This story can be read as a fairytale, where the children, the seasons. the tree, the corner of the garden, the snow, the wind and the frost are
all used as symbolism. Interpret those symbols in the selfish giant

Robert was not waiting for her in the little parlor. he was nowhere at hand. the house was empty. but he had scrawled on a piece of paper that lay in the lamplight: "i love you. good-by—because i love you." what significant idea, presented throughout the novel, does robert's final departure and note highlight? edna is ultimately alone in her rebirth. edna needs to find solace in her children. edna will never be truly loved by anyone. edna should not have forsaken her family.