On the floor in front of him lay the knapsack.
Theo’s narration on this page is marked by a "murky" confusion. Analysts note that this internal conflict is later reflected in Theo’s intense jealousy when Boris begins dating a girl named Kotku. The "Boreo" Phenomenon: the goldfinch book page 300 new
On , the narrative delves into the "murky" and "confusing" nights shared between the two boys. Theo reflects on their physical intimacy, describing it as "hands on each other, rough and fast" in the haloed, unstable light of their shared isolation. This passage is crucial for several reasons: On the floor in front of him lay the knapsack