Holes By Sachar

“A lot of people don't believe in curses. A lot of people don't believe in yellow-spotted lizards either, but if one bites you, it doesn't make a difference whether you believe in it or not” (Sachar 41). Holes is a humorous take on the classic ‘adventure’ genre in children’s literature. It seamlessly blends several different themes and moods into one riveting story. It carries heavy ideas and scenarios, but with a whimsical and goofy air that entrances readers of any age. The symbolism the story carries, the way the reader can relate to Stanley, and the unwavering moral compass the story passes to young readers make this a classic adventure novel. The unique symbolism in Holes rivals no other. One symbol that followed the plot the entire way is the weather. Not only does the dry and barren atmosphere represent Stanley’s outlook during his arrival at Camp Green Lake, it also symbolizes the despair and violence that poisoned the once lovely lake town. The fact that is began to rain just as Stanley and Zero were being released reversed the stain on the area caused by so much. Another unlikely symbol is the onions. Not only did the fragrant vegetables allow Stanley and Zero to survive on the mountaintop, they represent something to …show more content…
Stanley Yelnats is overweight, a pushover, and followed by a supposed curse. This type of character attracts the attention of many kinds of children. While everyone loves to hear about a brave hero, to follow the happenings of an unlucky, unassuming boy interests a great deal of children. “His backpack lay on the seat next to him. It contained his toothbrush, toothpaste, and a box of stationary his mother had given him. He’d promised to write to her at least once a week” (Sachar 6). Stanley is not concerned with looking cool or independent, he values his parents and wants to keep them updated during this time of turmoil. This is something most kids can relate