In Haruki Murakami's "Colorless Tsukuru Tazaki and His Years of Pilgrimage," the themes of alienation and loneliness are explored through a vivid metaphor. The comparison of these feelings to a long, tight cable emphasizes the tension and distance that can exist in human connections, illustrating how isolation can stretch an individual emotionally. The imagery of the cable suggests a struggle to maintain relationships while feeling disconnected, creating a powerful sense of...