Because two propositions can be true at once," he said. "Because the world is imperfect. Because we are imperfect. Because sometimes we're called upon to do terrible things. And because we define ourselves in dying, which is," he indicated by motioning with his head toward the arena, "what this is. Give us at least that.
In "In Sunlight and in Shadow," Mark Helprin explores the complexity of human existence and the conflicting truths that people face. The narrator reflects on the idea that both seemingly contradictory propositions can coexist, acknowledging the imperfections of the world and humanity. This duality illustrates the moral dilemmas individuals encounter, suggesting that sometimes, circumstances compel them to act in ways that may be seen as terrible or unjust.
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