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W. H. Auden's Conclusion to For the Time Being

The Daily Poem

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Reflections on the Fleeting Nature of Joy and Faith

This chapter explores the fleeting joy of Christmas, juxtaposed with the somber realities of impending seasons like Lent and Good Friday. It delves into themes of nostalgia, guilt, and the struggle for faith amidst the challenges of adult life.

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