Hollywood: A Novel

What metaphors are used in Hollywood: A Novel by Charles Bukowski?

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In Part IV, the motif of "home" appears in Jon's life, specifically, in the way he leaves his home and moves into a new one. The circumstances of that new life metaphorically highlight and reflect the sort of life Jon feels comfortable living - a life of danger and uncertainty. As such, Jon's life forms a clear and defining contrast to the sort of life that Hank, in moving into the house, seems to becoming increasingly comfortable living - one of settled-ness, domesticity, and solitude when required.

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Hollywood: A Novel