Chapter 93
Pi reaches his lowest point yet and turns to God.
Chapter 94
This chapter brings an end to Pi's journey. He finally reaches land in Mexico. Richard Parker leaves unceremoniously, running into the forest almost as soon as they hit land. Pi deeply regrets not saying a proper goodbye to Richard Parker.
It is interesting that the story ends so abruptly. There is very little build up to the landing in Mexico, nor is there very much description of the landscape once they get there. This is strange for this novel. I believe it may be because Pi was so weak at the time, he wasn't absorbing as much information, and so couldn't recall as much to recant it to the author.
To the very end, communication has failed Pi. From the journal, to the message in the bottle and the other castaway, communication hasn't been on Pi's side for the journey. It is fitting that even at the end, Pi is unable to communicate in the way he wants. He is unable to say goodbye to Richard Parker, his only companion on the trip.
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