It was a rebus of heartbreak, misfortune a dog could parse.
In "Chronic City," author Jonathan Lethem explores themes of heartbreak and misfortune through a unique narrative style. The phrase "It was a rebus of heartbreak, misfortune a dog could parse" suggests that the complexities of life and emotions can be interpreted and understood, even by a simple creature like a dog. This implies that the pain and struggles of life are universally recognizable, transcending human intellect.
The book delves into the...