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The New Coming-of-Age Story

Critics at Large | The New Yorker

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Reflections on Hope and Historical Narratives

Exploring the transformative power of political figures like Obama, this chapter reflects on a moment of hope and unity contrasting with the current apocalyptic outlook. It intertwines personal experiences with literary works to discuss the unpredictability of the future amidst a prevailing sense of doom.

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