The Windfairies · Theme
Transformation and Identity
How The Windfairies develops Transformation and Identity.
Characters undergo physical or spiritual transformations, such as the pool becoming a cloud, Lucilla gaining magical dancing abilities, and the gipsy girl's pots acquiring enchanted properties, reflecting changes in identity or purpose.
Where it surfaces
- The Pool and the Tree
The pool transforms into a cloud and later into underground water, changing its identity to reunite with the tree.
- Nanina's Sheep
The beech tree's roots hold Nanina's feet, causing her to walk lame, and scarlet flowers spring from her blood, marking her transformation and the lasting reminder of her lesson.
- The Story of a Cat
The old gentleman undergoes a subtle transformation from a cold-hearted miser to someone capable of pity and affection, mirrored by the grey cat's recovery after the stray's arrival.
- Dumb Othmar
Musical instruments transform into human dancers, and Othmar's voice is stolen and transferred to another, highlighting themes of identity and change.