Death is the dark backing that a mirror needs if we are to see anything.
In "Humboldt's Gift," Saul Bellow explores the profound relationship between life and death, suggesting that mortality gives life its meaning and depth. Just as a mirror requires a dark background to reflect images clearly, our awareness of death enhances our appreciation of existence. Without the acknowledgment of our finite lives, the vibrant moments we experience might go unnoticed or undervalued.
This concept emphasizes that the inevitability of death can intensify our...
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