Gershon had never seen him so transformed, so possessed of open radiance, so easily moved by all around him, so hungry, so eager. The city was a woman, and he embraced it with all the tender and gentle adoration one brings to a first love.
by Chaim Potok (0 Reviews)
In Chaim Potok's "The Book of Lights," Gershon observes a profound change in someone dear to him. This person is filled with a newfound light and energy, displaying a vibrant eagerness to engage with the world around him. He is emotionally open and deeply appreciative, embodying a sense of wonder that captivates Gershon. This transformation is illustrated through the metaphor of the city as a woman, reflecting the idea of love...
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