This essay provides a comparative analysis of N. Scott Momaday's novel 'A House of Dawn' in relation to T.S. Eliot's poem 'Little Gidding'. The essay explores the themes of exploration, identity, and belonging in the novel, focusing on the protagonist Abel's journey and his connection to his native American culture. The analysis highlights the impact of war, relationships, and cultural myths on Abel's sense of self and his search for belonging. The essay concludes by discussing the universal internal conflict individuals face when alienated from their land.