The Sound and the Fury

What is the theme in The Sound and the Fury by William Faulkner?

Asked by
Last updated by Cat
1 Answers
Log in to answer

Time is a central theme of the novel. Time slips back and forth throughout each section giving the reader a glimpse of the past as well as the present lives of the Compson family. Time is seen as ill relevant. The Compson family members make the same mistakes throughout time.