Neither was prepared to recognize that he would like to protect the other. It would have been like allowing fear to enter the room.
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In Penelope Fitzgerald's "The Bookshop," the characters struggle with the acknowledgment of their mutual desire to protect one another. Their reluctance stems from their fear of vulnerability, which prevents them from fully confronting their feelings and supporting each other. This emotional barrier reflects a broader theme in the narrative about the impact of fear on personal relationships.
The quote emphasizes the internal conflict that both characters face, illustrating how fear can...
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