To Build a Fire What does the man's failure to "build a fire" symbolize? To Build a Fire. Asked by Jonathan D #791717 on 5/10/2018 11:24 PM Last updated by Aslan on 5/11/2018 1:01 AM
It symbolizes his hubris and stubbornness. He refused to heed naturre's signs that it was too cold until it was too late.