Theme Of Lucy In The Wild

The protagonist’s lonely life allowed them to understand the consequences of ignoring fear. The apartment that Lois lives in suggests that she is disconnected from nature or human interactions. After the disappearance of Lucy in the forest. Lois became afraid of the wilderness. Since the passing of her husband, Rob, Lois moved into a condominium apartment “building that has a security system, and the only plant life is in posts in the solarium.” (Atwood 1). Lois’s incompetence to cope with the loss of Lucy has led her to live a remote life. She finds comfort in the new home as it is secluded and prevents her having to socialize with other people. Lois’ level of contentment with her apartment hints that anywhere but her apartment is wild. Lois