Skellig Characters

David Almonds book “Skellig” is a mysterious and adventures heartfelt family story which explores life and relationships. The three main characters are Mina, Skellig, Michael. I am exploring the characters of Skellig and Mina and their role for changing Michael’s life. Skellig and Mina create positive changes in Michael’s life, however his family situation also contributes to his growth. As you move though the book Michael character changes, he no longer isolates himself and no longer hides his feelings. At the start of the book he was stressed and lonely, once he meets Skellig and Mina he comes out of himself and starts making friends with Skellig and Mina. His new friends then make him feel less lonely. Michael discusses his thoughts and problems with Skellig and Mina. Michael becomes more mature as you read through the book because of his relationship with Skellig. Michael wants to care and make sure that the old man is safe and heathy. Michael does this by bringing him food, asking the doctors about arthritis and moving Skellig to Mina’s where he will be safer in a cleaner place. “Keep on moving. That’s the thing. Keep the old bones moving. Don’t let everything seize up.”
This includes teaching Michael to learn from his surroundings and to open his eyes more often to other forms of education. Mina is home schooled she also has a different relationship with her parents compared to Michael. Mina teaches Michael to learn from his surroundings, Mina shows Michael how to listen to them as well as feed them. Mina helps Michael learn to see more meaning and to use his imagination. “They say that shoulder blades where were your wings were, when you were an angel” she said “They say they’re where your wings will grow again one day.” ** add more if