In "The Forgotten Affairs of Youth," Alexander McCall Smith explores how a city's skyline reflects its identity and essence. He emphasizes that the architectural features of cities such as Oxford, Manhattan, and Edinburgh encapsulate their unique characteristics and aspirations. The dreaming spires of Oxford symbolize scholarly pursuits, while Manhattan's glittering towers represent ambition and modernity. Edinburgh's eccentric spikes convey its rich history and cultural quirks.
Through this lens, the author argues...