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The Great Political Fictions: Lea Ypi on The Wild Duck

Past Present Future

CHAPTER

Emotional Echoes: Childhood Reads and Their Haunting Impact

This chapter explores the emotional repercussions of reading a childhood book with dark themes, revealing personal anecdotes that highlight confusion and trauma. The discussion examines how the narrative challenges expectations of children's literature, emphasizing changing perceptions based on maturity and life experiences. Themes of identity, tragedy, and family complexities are woven through various literary works, enriching the conversation on the intricate interplay of innocence and moral dilemmas.

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