In reality I said nothing at all, but I heard a murmur, something gone wrong with the silence, and I pricked up my ears, like an animal I imagine, which gives a start and pretends to be dead.
In Samuel Beckett's "Molloy," the protagonist finds himself amidst a perplexing silence that hints at underlying tension. Although he remains outwardly quiet, he senses something out of place. This awareness prompts a heightened alertness, reminiscent of an animal's instinctual behavior when sensing danger.
The metaphor of pretending to be dead illustrates the character's struggle with communication and perception. It suggests a deeper commentary on the nature of existence and how often people remain silent while being acutely aware of the world around them, grappling with their thoughts and emotions in the process.
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