Silence in the Novel Here We Are by Graham Swift
Silence in the Novel Here We Are by Graham Swift

Summary/Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to show the competing sides of silence in the novel Here We Are, recently published, in 2020, by Graham Swift, such as: isolation vs trust, thrill of magic vs loss, and the relationship between silence and respect for rules. Swift challenges the usual one-side associations with silence, positive or negative, by showing that silence can be sometimes negative, and sometimes positive. Sometimes it can be used to communicate even more than by using words. The conclusion is that silence can reveal trust and emotional connection, ensuring protection for Swift’s characters in this novel.

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