0 short-story-blue-gray-hope-sadness-book-cover-ideas-with-cityscape-soldier-twilight-sky-military-base-cash-note-b9a08806a3 The visual composition uses the solitary soldier to symbolize individual struggle against a world in flux, with the twilight sky suggesting a blend of endings and beginnings—a perfect representation of the book's themes of sadness and hope. The choice of a distressed typeface for the title underscores themes of hardship and perseverance, complementing the soldier’s imagery. Meanwhile, the transition from city to military base in the background illustrates the narrative journey, avoiding abrupt sectional transitions. Utilizing soft matte material with light texture adds an inviting warmth and depth, encouraging a tactile connection with readers that mirrors the emotional engagement intended by the story.