The term “convalescence” in literature has been employed to capture not only the physical recovery following illness or fatigue but also a broader, often symbolic rejuvenation of spirit and circumstance. In Mary Shelley's works, for instance, the onset of convalescence is depicted as a natural, almost rhythmic return to balance after exertion and distress ([1], [2], [3], [4], [5]), suggesting both healing and a pause for introspection. Meanwhile, in novels like Anne's House of Dreams and The Last Man, convalescence is portrayed as a period of restorative calm that may be drawn out by life's trials yet holds the promise of renewed peace or union ([6], [7], [8], [9]). Authors such as F. Scott Fitzgerald and Mark Twain extend the idea to experimental or nurturing settings, with the term marking both literal recovery and a metaphorical rebirth in character or circumstance ([10], [11], [12]). Even in scientific and philosophical contexts—as seen in Darwin’s natural history and Santayana’s reflections—convalescence denotes a return to natural order or a fresh breath amid prevailing hardships ([13], [14]). Thus, across genres and eras, “convalescence” serves as a multifaceted symbol of healing, transformation, and hope in the human experience ([15], [16]).