Pierre Loti incorporates Christian subtexts throughout his 1886 novel Pêcheur d’Islande. The symbolic representation of Christian figures and imagery helps both to reflect and foreshadow plot points as well as the events and emotions experienced by the characters. This subtext allows for an understanding of the characters’ suffering by comparing them and plot points to Christian figures and biblical events, adding another layer of meaning to their characterizations. Loti also argues for larger ideas through his imagery, such as the ethicality of the draft. The overall effect of this style allows the reader to connect more deeply with the characters and plot, in addition to creating broader ideas and perspectives on events in the novel and their applications in the real world.