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142. Florian
Themes
Key
LitCharts assigns a color and icon to each theme in Salt to the Sea, which you can use to track the themes throughout the work.
Agency, Willpower, and Fate
Storytelling and Fantasy
Memory and Survival
Family and Community vs. Selfishness
Summary
Analysis
The ship immediately tilts and the room begins to slide. Joana wants to wait for orders from Dr. Wendt and Dr. Richter, but Emilia, with Halinka in her arms, insists they get their coats and evacuate. Emilia knows the ship is sinking and wants to make sure they get to the deck safely.
Even in an emergency, Joana is committed to her role as a nurse. Emilia, meanwhile is more concerned with guaranteeing the safety of her friends and family.
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