# How does Bashan and I develop the theme of Loyalty and Devotion?

> Bashan and I by Thomas Mann

## Answer

Bashan and I by Thomas Mann develops Loyalty and Devotion across the chapters the companion marks for this theme.

Bashan's unwavering loyalty to the narrator is a central theme, manifesting in his constant presence, his waiting, and his submissive yet affectionate behavior, which reflects a profound, almost patriarchal bond of vassal-friendship.

Bashan's instinctive return to his birthplace and later his gradual loyalty to the narrator's household illustrate the theme of devotion and belonging.

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- [ii-how-we-acquired-bashan](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bashan_and_i_se/chapters/ii-how-we-acquired-bashan.md): Bashan's instinctive return to his birthplace and later his gradual loyalty to the narrator's household illustrate the theme of devotion and belonging.

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