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Themes Top Common Themes

What is a Theme? Theme is an overall idea that an author communicates in a work. Themes are abstract ideas that an author explores through concrete means such as characters and settings. Many literary works may have multiple themes.

Common Literary Themes: Good vs. Evil

Common Literary Themes: The Journey

Common Literary Themes: Coming of age

Common Literary Themes: role of fate

Common Literary Themes: sacrifice

Common Literary Themes: Overcoming Adversity

Common Literary Themes: cost of revenge

Common Literary Themes: friendship

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