This common dichotomy of religion versus science is explored in a great extent in the novel, the "Life of Pi." ... Pi's life in Pondicherry reflects his extensive interest both for religion and science, even before the introduction of the lifeboat. ... The biologist develops the importance of reason, which proves to be greatly necessary in Pi's ordeal on the Pacific Sea later in his life. ... Amused and full of life, Pi then compliments the orangutan's "flaming hair" which looks "stunning in the rising sun behind her"" (111). ... "Life of Pi" is a story that illuminates the im...

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Pi Patel, the main character from Yann Martel's novel Life of Pi, was forced to suffer the challenge of survival which was caused by the sinking of the boat "Tsimtsum". ... He must take life the way it came at him and make the best of it (Martel, 91). ... Richard Parker was the image of God that saved his life. ... Pi's Hindu beliefs were shown when the orange life jackets reminded him of the Hindu color for survival. ... He realized that he had not been physically injured, and he had life support from the sea. ...

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