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Common Sense

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Common Sense vs. Ideals: A Cultural Reflection

This chapter examines the interplay between common sense and theoretical ideals, critiquing the belief that common sense rejects theory. It further explores how individualism shapes perceptions of sacrifice and activism, using comparisons of narrative styles in Western and Japanese video games to illustrate differing cultural attitudes towards these themes.

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