In "The Mystery of Mercy Close" by Marian Keyes, the protagonist humorously recounts her mother's quirky habit of referring to the satellite navigation system as "the Talking Map." This whimsical nickname suggests a perspective unfamiliar with modern technology, portraying her mother as someone who views these devices with a sense of wonder rather than practicality. The comparison to a medieval peasant believing in witchcraft highlights the generational gap and the clash between traditional and modern views. It emphasizes how technology can sometimes seem magical or incomprehensible to those who are less accustomed to it, creating a light-hearted and relatable moment in the narrative.

In "The Mystery of Mercy Close" by Marian Keyes, the protagonist humorously recounts her mother's quirky habit of referring to the satellite navigation system as "the Talking Map." This whimsical nickname suggests a perspective unfamiliar with modern technology, portraying her mother as someone who views these devices with a sense of wonder rather than practicality.

The comparison to a medieval peasant believing in witchcraft highlights the generational gap and the clash between traditional and modern views. It emphasizes how technology can sometimes seem magical or incomprehensible to those who are less accustomed to it, creating a light-hearted and relatable moment in the narrative.