Hearts and Hands Themes
Theme
Appearances can be deceptive
The main theme of the story is centred on the fact that appearances can be deceptive. People don't often 'look' a certain part. We see this clearly in all the three main characters. Mr Easton looked pleasant and honest, but was in fact a prisoner. Miss Fairchild looked well bred, worldly and educated, but was easily duped. Lastly, the marshal looked glum and unsophisticated compared to the other two characters. However, by the end of the story it was he who had the most honour, wit and class, clearly outstripping the other two.
Kindness
Kindness is another theme seen across the story. The most obvious form of kindness came from the marshal who understood Mr Easton's embarrassment in meeting his lady friend. He helped Easton out of a tough spot by taking on the role of the prisoner. Another incident in the story that could be seen as an act of implied kindness is revealed in the conversation between the two passengers. Though one of the passengers was aware of the deception from beginning, he did not say or do anything to expose it.
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