Parable Of The Sower Analysis

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Lauren’s attachment to Earthseed in spite of evident danger and internal conflict displays her dying desire to see Earthseed succeed and find happiness. In Parable of the Sower, as Lauren family contemplates staying on Robledo, Lauren says, “To begin Earthseed, I’ll have to go outside. I’ve known that for a long time, but the idea scares me just as much as it always has… That means now I have to begin how to handle it”(124). Lauren’s long-time decision of leaving Robledo, a safer alternative to the streets, shows not only her bravery, but her strong desire to eventually make Earthseed more widespread. Additionally, as Lauren prepares to “handle it,” she displays her drive to endure the danger for the better of Earthseed. Ultimately, Lauren’s

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