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The Last White Man, with Mohsin Hamid

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Navigating Grief and Identity in Contemporary Society

This chapter explores the profound themes of grief and loss in a novel, highlighting the societal reluctance to face these emotions against cultures that integrate death more openly. It reflects on the protagonist's journey towards accepting mortality as a catalyst for personal transformation and deeper understanding of identity and human experience.

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