all the pretty horses themes and symbols

What do horses symbolize in the novel?

Freedom, identity, connection to nature, and masculinity.

What theme is explored through John Grady's changing ideals?

Loss of innocence and the collision of idealism with reality.

What does the Mexican landscape symbolize?

A beautiful yet dangerous backdrop reflecting internal change.

What does the prison represent in John Grady’s journey?

A moral test and a loss of purity; a crucible of manhood.

What theme arises from the conflict between old and new ways of life?

Tradition vs. modernization.