An Analysis of the Dream Visions Depicted in Pearl and Solaris The medieval poem, Pearl, and the science fiction drama, Solaris, offer two uniquely similar takes on the "dream vision" genre. ... Comparing the two works not only enhances our appreciation for them, but it also allows us to form new and significant interpretations about the notions of divinity and mortality. ... Kelvin is depicted walking amongst a city of tombstone-like skyscrapers; Pearl's narrator, prior to falling asleep, is resting atop his pearl's grave. ... I saw the city beyond the stream, Jerusal...

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