The parents' financial struggles create tension and conflict in their relationship, impacting their ability to communicate and support each other.
By the end of the story, the boy learns to gain independence and deal with his negative emotions, realizing that his parents cannot always protect him.
The boy's limited understanding signifies his innocence and the challenges of growing up, as he navigates complex emotions and family dynamics.
The story primarily focuses on the boy's limited understanding and feelings, showcasing his fears and emotions as a young child.
The dialogue provides insight into the characters' interactions and emotions, highlighting key scenes and conflicts.
Blackberries symbolize both happy memories shared between the boy and his father and serve as a catalyst for conflict between the parents.
The parents' thoughts and feelings are mostly outward and less accessible, while the boy's internal thoughts are explored to a limited extent.
The story is told from a limited third-person point of view, focusing mainly on the boy's perspective.
The father's character is portrayed as passive and somewhat detached, which limits the reader's access to his thoughts and feelings.
