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Fifteen Fictions for Summer re-release: The Line of Beauty
Past Present Future
Navigating Beauty and Identity in 1980s London
This chapter examines the societal shifts between the publication and setting of 'The Line of Beauty,' particularly reflecting on 1980s London during the Thatcher era. It contrasts the protagonist's affluent lifestyle with emerging technologies while exploring themes of identity, sexuality, and the complexities of gay relationships within a politically charged environment. Through literary references and personal narratives, it highlights the protagonist's obsession with beauty against the backdrop of significant societal change.
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