And I said to myself that unless you conceive Death to be a violent guerrilla and kidnaper who snatches those you love, and if you are not cowardly and cannot submit to such terrorism as civilized people now do in every department of life, you must pursue and inquire and explore every possibility and seek everywhere and try everything.
In Saul Bellow's "Humboldt's Gift," the protagonist reflects on the nature of death and its impact on life. He perceives death not as a natural part of existence but rather as a violent force that disrupts the lives of those we care about. This perspective challenges the passive acceptance that many people have towards mortality, suggesting instead that one must actively confront and understand it.
The protagonist urges himself and others...
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