
Ham’s Heaven with Ori Gersht
New Books Network
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Exploring Identity and Fame Through Transformation and Captivity
This chapter explores the character Ham's journey of transformation into an ape, reflecting on identity, disenchantment, and existential themes. It uses the metaphor of animals in captivity to examine societal views on fame and the fleeting nature of celebrity, drawing connections to Kafka's insights and modern discussions on social media.
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