Blindness (Theme)

Definition

Blindness as a theme refers to willful ignorance or the inability to see things clearly. It often symbolizes characters' lack of insight into themselves or their surroundings.

Related terms

Ignorance: Lack of knowledge or awareness about something.

Symbolism: The use of objects, actions, or characters to represent abstract ideas in literature.

Self-deception: Deliberately deceiving oneself about one's own thoughts, feelings, or actions.