Prince Caspian

Prince Caspian Metaphors

what metaphors are in prince caspian

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By The Lion's Mane Metaphor

The phrase "By The Lion's Mane" is a metaphor for something that is being sworn by. It metaphor for something that can be trusted, and for an oath that is sworn to show sincerity. It is also a metaphor for a member of the Old Narnian races who swear by the power and the way of Aslan.

Wet Blanket Metaphor

A wet blanket is a British metaphor for someone who is putting a dampner on things and putting out the joy and spark in things. A web blanket is placed ove a fire to put it out and this moniker directed at someone is a metaphor for the effect that they have on joy and liveliness.

Wild Goose Chase Metaphor

A wild goose chase is a metaphor for an endeavor that is a complete waste of time and guaranteed to be fruitless. Chasing wild geese is guaranteed to be unsuccessful as they are impossible catch, and impossible to find in the first place. The metaphor is used to refer to exercises in futility that will never achieve their original goal.

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