"There is one kind of prison where the man is behind bars, and everything that he desires is outside; and there is another kind where the things are behind the bars, and the man is outside."
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With this poignant metaphor, Sinclair explores themes of desire, deprivation, and freedom. The 'prison' where desires are unattainable symbolizes the crushing effect of poverty. It's a vivid illustration of how societal structures can confine individuals just as surely as physical walls.