Actually, I can see one advantage to the Western way of thinking, which is that if someone has a name, you know what to call them, don't you? It's only one small advantage, and there are millions of big disadvantages, including the biggest one of all, which is that names are really fascist and don't allow us to express ourselves as human beings, and turn us into one thing.
The author reflects on the Western approach to naming individuals, highlighting that having a name allows for ease of communication. This, he notes, is a small benefit amidst numerous drawbacks. Naming can simplify interactions and provide a sense of identity; however, this is only a minor positive aspect in the grand scheme.
Hornby argues that names can be limiting and reductive, suggesting that they impose a rigid identity on individuals. This...
