They appeared to me to denizens of the brilliant existence. ("The Bass ,the River,and Sheila Mant")

Answer 1

In the story "The Bass, the River, and Sheila Mant," the line "They appeared to me as denizens of the brilliant existence" refers to the bass fish in the river. The narrator, a young boy, sees the bass as majestic creatures, symbolizing a vibrant and extraordinary world. The bass represents a captivating life that the boy aspires to be a part of, contrasting with his own mundane and ordinary existence. Their appearance to him adds to their allure and fascination.