One of the prominent themes of the first part of the text is particularly relevant to the title, and highlights the way in which history tends to repeat itself over time. We have seen similar actions and themes from the Rowan family over three different generations (killing others, property disputes, etc.), and the play suggests that their actions represent an entire region of people. Another common theme throughout the play is the centrality of the Rowan land to the plot of the film. The land, first secured by Michael Rowan, becomes the only possession of the Rowan family over the years, and is the only true asset of the Rowan family. This theme is significant because nature is one of the primary characteristics about the Appalachian region, and many people think the land is most valuable things in the region. This play appears to confirm that notion, as the land is the most coveted asset by the Talbert Family in part 1, as well as JT at the beginning of part 2. This theme can also be seen in the movie Deliverance, as the only reason why the main characters went to the region was to enjoy the landscape and nature before it ceased to exist.