If it had been easy for Romeo to get to Juliet, nobody would have cared. Same goes for Cyrano and Don Quixote and Gatsby and their respective paramours. What captures the imagination is watching men throw themselves at a brick wall over and over again, and wondering if this is the time that they won't be able to get back up.
The quote suggests that the intrigue of love stories lies in the struggle and obstacles faced by characters. If obtaining love were straightforward, it wouldn’t capture our interest. The narratives of Romeo, Cyrano, Don Quixote, and Gatsby highlight the relentless pursuit of unattainable love, drawing readers into their emotional journeys. The tension arises from the continuous effort against adversity.
This persistent struggle in the face of challenges evokes wonder about resilience and hope. Each character's determination to overcome the barriers to love adds depth to their stories, capturing the imagination and compelling audiences to engage with their fates. The underlying question is whether, despite repeated failures, these characters will persist or finally succeed in their quests for love.
