The Day of the Triffids by John Wyndham explores the theme of vision, both in a literal and symbolic way. Literal Vision represents the Triffids and their ability to alter an individual's vision. Characters who know how to see must see this situation through which is the reflection of a symbolic vision. Although there are two meanings of vision, common vision must be established quickly and accurately in order to help visually impaired people. In the novel The Day of the Triffids, the absence of vision leads to the failure of society, the failure of small groups, and the ultimate failure of mutual support. Physical vision is impaired in the novel by two blinding viruses which lead to the failure of teamwork. The first didn't get much attention. “It’s a wonderful sight. “They say there’s never been anything like this before. It's a shame you can't see it, isn't it? (Wyndham, 12) Lack of knowledge to realize that the bright green lights were not only a wonderful sight but also a blinding virus. When this quote was mentioned in the novel, it was a coincidence that the protagonist Bill couldn't see because he had been in the hospital with bandages over his eyes from the Triffids' sting. Another blinding virus that has contributed to the failure of teamwork is the lack of knowledge towards the Triffids. “The largest specimen ever observed in the tropics was nearly ten feet tall. No European specimens longer than eight feet had been seen, and the average was just over seven feet. (Wyndham, 30 years old) Due to the lack of knowledge about this species, Bill and other characters in the novel were perplexed to see such a large Triffid. It was not just Bill but many other characters such as ...... middle of paper ...... new glasses. " (Wyndham, 19 years old) However, Bill has a completely different perspective on this subject. Throughout this novel Bill has an opposite view to that of the drunk man in the bar because throughout the novel Bill wants to find Josella after their separation. Bill's love for Josella influenced his outlook on life. This novel demonstrates many different outlooks. In The Day of the Triffids, there is a lack of consensus/unity of vision. both literal and symbolic that leads to failed states States include the lack of vision to lead a society, a small group or support each other the ability to not be physically able to see and the symbolic disappearance of the. symbolic vision leads to the ultimate failure of the civil structure Works Cited Wyndham, John The Day of the Triffids New York: np, 2003. Print...