Sometimes it seemed as if the world itself was broken, that there was something wrong with all of us, something broken in such a way that it might not be put together again; but the holding of hands, human hand in human hand, could help, could make the world seem less broken.
In "The Miracle at Speedy Motors," Alexander McCall Smith conveys a profound sense of despair about the state of the world. He suggests that there is an inherent flaw in humanity that makes it feel irrevocably damaged, as if we are all affected by some deep-seated issue. This sense of brokenness can be overwhelming and isolating, leading individuals to question the possibility of healing or restoration.
However, McCall Smith introduces a...
