In spite of all my efforts to create a neat, tidy, obedient, moderate, unexceptional persona, I was simplytoo weird for them; until that is, my first female tutor was hired.
In "The Moor's Last Sigh," Salman Rushdie explores the struggle of creating an acceptable identity within societal expectations. The protagonist feels their attempts to conform to a conventional persona fall short as they are perceived as too eccentric by others. This highlights the challenge of belonging while maintaining individuality.
The arrival of a female tutor marks a turning point, suggesting that this relationship provides a sense of understanding and connection. It...