"4 3 2 1" is a novel by Paul Auster that presents the life of a single character, Archie Ferguson, through four distinct, parallel narratives. Each narrative portrays different choices and circumstances that shape Ferguson's life from childhood to adulthood, allowing readers to explore the concept of fate and the impact of decisions on a person’s trajectory. This unique structure invites readers to contemplate how various aspects of life might unfold differently under alternate...