Behind him, the sheep, left to their own devices, decide to wander through the open gate into the field beyond

Behind him, the sheep, left to their own devices, decide to wander through the open gate into the field beyond

In Erin Morgenstern's enchanting novel, "The Night Circus," the line "Behind him, the sheep, left to their own devices, decide to wander through the open gate into the field beyond" could symbolize the idea of freedom and exploration. The sheep, typically seen as docile and obedient animals, are given the opportunity to make their own choices and venture into the unknown.