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The Atlantic Out Loud

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Navigating Estrangement: Identity and Performance in Contemporary Fiction

This chapter delves into the themes of estrangement and self-discovery in contemporary literary fiction, focusing on the complexities of identity in the context of personal and societal relationships. It confronts the nature of art and the internal and external conflicts individuals face as they seek to understand their true selves.

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