The Pearl The story of The Pearl is about the life of an indigenous man and his people, and his struggles with the pearl of the world. There are three objects that are used as symbols, the scorpion, the pearl, and the canoe. Each represents a specific way of life that was experienced throughout the book. The scorpion represents the song of evil. It endangers the family, and it is a foe. "...the Song of …showed first 75 words of 524 total…

…showed last 75 words of 524 total…well as their culture and life. The story of The Pearl, is a complex yet symbolic story. The main parts of the story can be defined by symbols. First is the scorpion, which represents evil and misfortune. The Pearl represents their journey and their story. The canoe represents their history and their life style. Although each symbol is different, all come together to bring us a story of morals, and that which can be done.