Character Relationships and Themes in Prose

In literary works, authors often develop complex themes through the nuanced use of character relationships, narrative structure, and stylistic elements. Choose a novel or short story that features a significant character whose relationships reveal important themes of the work. In a well-organized essay, analyze how the author uses this character's relationships to explore the themes in the text.

Be sure to utilize specific evidence from the text to support your analysis. Consider how the author’s techniques enhance the reader's understanding of these themes.