It was a destructive novel of acquired ideas. To finally wake up in a state of creative anguish, to lose oneself in order to find oneself again, to sleep in the arms of a beautiful student whose name one didn't know, to fall back to sleep over a love poem-that was called existence. The harmonics of artistic creation, of fertile sensibility, of anticipated events-history in movement-that was called a privilege.
The novel "Hostage" by Elie Wiesel delves into the complex nature of existence through the lens of acquired ideas. It portrays the journey of self-discovery, suggesting that one must often lose themselves to truly find meaning and creativity in life. The imagery of sleeping beside an unknown yet captivating person and the act of falling back to sleep over a poem encapsulates the deep, often chaotic emotions that accompany human experience.
Wiesel highlights the profound beauty of artistic creation and the sensibility that allows individuals to anticipate and navigate the unfolding of history. He frames this journey as a privilege, emphasizing the richness of creative engagement and the emotional depths one can encounter while exploring the world within and around them.
