Symbols

D.H. Lawrence's "The Rocking-Horse Winner" uses symbols to illustrate the main themes of the story.

The rocking-horse, which gives the story its title, is one of the most important symbols of the narrative. For Paul, the horse symbolizes a companion that is close to him and that replaces the affection that he lacks from his parents: “ ‘Oh yes! He’s very good, he always keeps me company, when I’m there,’ said Paul”.

At the same time, the rocking-horse is a symbol of Hester’s greed and materialism. Even though the family does not have money, the parents offer Paul an expensive rocking-horse for Christmas. The horse also symbolizes Paul’s obsession to get money to make his parents happy. 

Finally,, the horse symbolizes the bridge between the natural and the supernatural. When he rides the rocking-...

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