In this quote, Wagamese is describing how Saul’s feeling by using symbolism. The light symbolizes happiness, hope, and life. As Saul arrives at the residential school, he might feel his life, happiness, hope, and family will disappear in the hole. Wagamese uses the image “…there are holes in the universe that swallow all light…” to help the reader understand Saul’s feeling easily and deeply. The word “swallow” makes the image so powerful. The image creates a dark mood. Wagamese also uses a metaphor to compare holes to St. Jerome’s. The quote “St, Jerome’s took all the light from my world.” means that the residential school took away his light as black holes swallow the light in the universe. In this quote, the readers can know how Saul feels about the residential school.