Men grow cold as girls grow oldAnd we all lose our charms in the end.How prettily Lorelei Lee sang these mordant lyrics!
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In "Blonde," Joyce Carol Oates explores the complexities of beauty and the passage of time through the character of Lorelei Lee. The poignant lyrics highlight a universal truth: as women age, the allure of youth fades for everyone, including men. This stark realization reflects the societal pressure on women to maintain their charm and desirability, despite the inevitability of aging.
Oates captures the bittersweet nature of life and the often harsh...
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