…it's occurred to her that there are millions, billions, of other men and women in the world who wake up early in their separate beds, greedy for the substance of their own lives, but obliged every day to reinvent themselves.
In "The Stone Diaries" by Carol Shields, the protagonist reflects on the vast number of individuals around the globe who, like her, awaken each day with their own aspirations. These people are eager to experience the richness of life but face the challenge of having to recreate their identities daily. This observation highlights the universal struggle and desire for authenticity amidst life’s routine.
This realization underscores a common human experience—each person...
