he was disappointed that he'd never quite added up to as much as the results of his own calculations. The trouble was that he'd got his sums all wrong, but she didn't want to be the one to tell him that.
The character in Nick Hornby's "Funny Girl" grapples with feelings of inadequacy, realizing that he hasn't reached his personal expectations despite his efforts. His disappointment stems from an internal conflict where his self-assessment doesn't align with his actual achievements, leading to a sense of failure. This reflects a common struggle to reconcile one's ambitions with reality.
Interestingly, there is a hesitance in the narrative, as another character recognizes that the man's...
