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Contemplating New York: In a City With Everything, What Do You Want?

Arjun’s Newsletter • 1 HN point • 22 Sep 23
📚 Literature Book review City life Character analysis Themes Narrative style
  1. Moving to New York can be overwhelming with temptations and responsibilities, especially for young adults.
  2. The novel 'Bright Lights, Big City' captures the essence of New York City through the protagonist's struggles and temptations.
  3. The book highlights the conflict between who the protagonist wants to be and who he really is, showcasing the allure, challenges, and self-discovery in the city.
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A matter of no importance

Logos • 0 implied HN points • 29 Dec 20
📚 Literature Fiction Narrative Characters Themes Prose
  1. The narrator feels sad because he pushed away a woman who cared for him, showing that sometimes we hurt those we care about without even realizing it.
  2. He struggles with societal expectations of being tough and uncaring, believing that vulnerability makes him weak, which only increases his feelings of loneliness and sorrow.
  3. Eveline, the woman he pushed away, represents kindness and dignity, showing that true sophistication comes from being caring rather than callous.

Stories with three characters

do clouds feel vertigo? • 0 implied HN points • 28 Jan 24
📚 Literature Fiction Storytelling Character analysis Themes Narrative structure
  1. Stories with three characters often have a dynamic structure. They allow for different interactions and conflicts.
  2. The concept of three can be found in various cultural references, like the Greek Fates or the division of regions in France.
  3. In mathematics, three basic components, like an origin and two signs, can represent crucial ideas. This highlights the simplicity and versatility of the number three.

Stories with two characters

do clouds feel vertigo? • 0 implied HN points • 15 Jan 24
📚 Literature Narrative Themes Characterization Philosophy Storytelling
  1. Stories often use two characters to create interesting conflicts, like a hero and a villain. These relationships help drive the story forward and keep readers engaged.
  2. Dualities like good vs. evil or supply vs. demand help us understand complex ideas. They let us see different sides of a situation and how they relate to each other.
  3. Using duality in storytelling helps break down chaos and build clear relationships. This makes it easier to communicate deeper messages within the story.