English Literature GCSE
Self-preservation and returning to civilisation
What Self-preservation and returning to civilisation means in English Literature GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Self-preservation and returning to civilisation
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Sensing an overwhelming, possessive engulfment, the speaker retreats on foot toward the solid ground of the town, whereupon the sea bows politely and withdraws.
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