Easterners didn't really care? Niceness for its own sake wasn't a virtue to them.
In "Prep" by Curtis Sittenfeld, the narrative explores the differences in attitudes and values between Eastern and Western cultures. It highlights how some individuals from the East may view social niceties as superficial, emphasizing their tendency to prioritize authenticity over mere politeness. This perspective suggests that emotional honesty carries more weight than the traditional insistence on being nice for the sake of appearances. Moreover, the story reflects on the implications of...