Asked by T.J And the Vibe

what is the key difference between the subject and the theme of a story?
Answered by Writeacher
Here's an example:

Subject of the play <i>Hamlet</i>: A prince discovers his father was murdered and his uncle has taken over the throne.

Themes: the mystery of death; indecisiveness leads to further problems; and others...
Answered by T.J And the Vibe
Ok thanks this helped alot
Answered by Writeacher
You're welcome.
Answered by T.J And the Vibe
so would it be, the subject is what the story is about and the theme is what it means?
Answered by Writeacher
Right. That's a good way to phrase it.

Plus ... there can be (and usually are) several themes in a good story.
Answered by T.J And the Vibe
ok thanks this was the question and one of the answers
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