Book CLXXVII
The Allegory
On extended metaphor, stories that signify throughout, layered meaning sustained
Chapters
1
The Sustained Metaphor
On comparison extended
“Allegory extends metaphor. The comparison runs throughout. Sustained signification.”
2
The Symbolic Layer
On meaning upon meaning
“Allegory has symbolic layers. Surface and depth, letter and spirit. Multiple readings possible.”
3
The Interpretation
On decoding allegory
“Allegory demands interpretation. What does this really mean? The reader's work.”