Question

What is a theme statement of the short story "Freeing the Pike" by Richard Wagamese

Answer 1

Answer:

Childhood memories.

Explanation:

The theme of the poem “Freeing the Pike,” that is written by Richard Wagamese is the beautiful memories of childhood. The poet takes us on a spiritual journey in his lonely childhood in the summer season. He belongs to aboriginal i.e.  Indigenous people, but adopted into a white family. He describes the powerful connection which he feels to the large fish when he catches and releases back into the river.