Pi lists survival tips from the manual he found in the locker. There are many practical and very specific recommendations, not the least of which assures If you have the will to live, you will. There is, however, no information on the training of a.......

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The chapter illustrates how crude reality is not enough. Even though Pi knows what must be done, he has not .......

CHAPTER 59

Summary

Pi takes note of the relationships between the lifeboat, the raft, and the sea. When Pi pulls the raft in close to the boat, the boat turns sideways to the waves and rocks, causing Richard Parker distress. In response to the tiger's growls, previously .......

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Pi is becoming more adept in his perilous environment. Here, Martel reminds the reader of the name of the.......

CHAPTER 60

Summary

Pi awakens during the night in wonder of the beauty and vastness of the ocean and sky. He compares himself to Markandeya, who catches a glimpse of the overwhelming universe when he drops out of Vishnu's mouth, and nearly dies of fright before........

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Pi's situation is looking up. Having rediscovered his faith, as evidenced by his reminiscence of a Hindu story and his Muslim prayer, Pi now has the spirit to survive. This is the first time prayer or God has been mentioned in several chapters. In the chapters without.......

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