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Veil: The veil represents withdrawal and concealment.
Specifically in the novel Priscilla, is the Veiled Lady, she ’ s private and hidden.
The image of the veil appears with almost every character.
Old Moodie with his alias and eye patch illustrates his use of concealment.
Westervelt's gold teeth, Hollingsworth ’ s philanthropic project are also examples of a withdrawal.
Additionally, the whole community is withdrawn from society, as it is a secluded Utopian community.
The veil is a constantly reoccurring theme throughout the novel.
Concealment and withdrawal continually surface through all the characters.
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