What are the themes often explored in polio fiction stories?

Identity is a major theme. Transgender fiction often focuses on how the characters come to terms with their true gender identity. For example, in many stories, the character may initially struggle with the gender they were assigned at birth and gradually discover their true self.

One common theme is rebellion. Smoking can be a symbol of characters going against the norms of society. For example, in some coming - of - age stories, a young character starts smoking as a way to show their independence from parental or social control.

Another theme is the clash of cultures. Vietnam has a long history of being influenced by different foreign cultures, like the French and the Americans. Fiction stories often explore how the Vietnamese people adapt, resist, or are changed by these foreign influences. 'The Quiet American' is a good example of this, showing how the Western ideas and actions impact the local people in Vietnam.

Cultural identity. Food is often a big part of a culture. In food fiction, it can show the cultural identity of the characters. 'Chocolat' has elements of French culture, and the chocolates are a symbol of that. The way the villagers react to the new - style chocolates also reflects the clash and merge of different cultural concepts.

One common theme is the struggle against the disease. Characters in these stories often have to battle the physical and mental challenges that polio brings.

Identity is another big theme. Lesbian characters often struggle to come to terms with their sexual identity, especially in a society that may not be fully accepting. They might question themselves, face internalized homophobia, and then gradually accept and embrace who they are. Take stories where a young lesbian is trying to figure out her place in the world while hiding her identity from her peers at first.

One common theme is memory. Food often has the power to bring back memories. For example, a character might taste a certain pastry and be instantly transported back to their childhood.

Survival is another theme. Characters in these stories are often faced with difficult choices in order to stay alive during the chaos of the war. They might have to scavenge for food, find shelter, or even betray others. Also, the theme of heroism is explored, not just in the traditional sense of soldiers fighting bravely, but also in the acts of ordinary people who show courage in the face of danger, like hiding Jews from the Nazis.

One common theme is the impact of technology on humanity. For example, how new inventions can change the way we live, think, and interact with each other.

Love and family relationships are also explored. Akhenaten was married to Nefertiti, and their relationship, as well as their relationships with their children, can be a focus. Novels may depict how their personal relationships were influenced by the larger political and religious changes happening around them. For instance, the love between Akhenaten and Nefertiti might be tested by the political unrest or the religious reforms.