
The City & The City - ft. RevLeft Radio
The Socialist Shelf
Dual Realities: Exploring 'The City & The City'
This chapter examines the unique premise of two cities existing simultaneously yet ignored by their residents, as presented in the novel 'The City & The City.' The discussion highlights themes of perception, societal conditioning, and the absurdity of enforced ignorance amidst urban life, drawing parallels to real-world issues of class and political dissent. By analyzing the contrasting worlds of Bezel and Ulcoma, the speakers underscore the importance of acknowledging unseen societal struggles to inspire meaningful change.
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