The title, "The Third Bank of the River," symbolizes isolation and detachment. In the story, the protagonist's father leaves his family to live alone on a small boat in the middle of the river. The river represents the flow of life and the banks symbolize stability and connection. By choosing to live on the third bank, the father disconnects himself completely from his family and society, embracing a solitary existence.
The title "The Third Bank of the River" symbolizes the protagonist's withdrawal from society and conventional life. The river serves as a transformative element, representing both freedom and isolation. The "third bank" suggests a liminal space, neither fully within the confines of society nor completely detached from it, highlighting the protagonist's ambiguous state and his journey into self-discovery and self-imposed exile.
