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===Explanation of the Work's Title=== | ===Explanation of the Work's Title=== | ||
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The title “to build a fire” can symbolize the building of hope. {{sfn|symbolism of fire}} The main character can be seen chasing this hope to escape the hell of the snowy Yukon territory with his repeated attempts to spark a fire. However, as we see that hope appears we also see that it does not take long for it to be destroyed by the environment around him. | |||
==Literary Significance and Reception== | ==Literary Significance and Reception== | ||