It is occasionally necessary for me to tell Torontonians of the presence of the Atlantic and Pacific oceans; they tend to think of the Great Lakes as the waters of the world.
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The quote from John Irving's "A Prayer for Owen Meany" reflects a humorous yet insightful perspective on the mindset of some residents of Toronto regarding their geographical awareness. It suggests that many Torontonians are so focused on the local Great Lakes that they overlook the existence of the vast Atlantic and Pacific oceans that lie beyond their immediate environment. This indicates a certain insularity in their worldview, emphasizing a local attachment...
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