To deprive the derelicts of hope is right, and to sustain them in their illusory pipe dreams is right also.
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Harold Bloom interprets the complexities of hope and illusion in Eugene O'Neill's works. He suggests that it is acceptable to both deprive individuals who are struggling of false hopes while simultaneously allowing them to cling to their dreams. This duality reflects the harsh reality of life and the necessity of navigating through both despair and aspiration.
This perspective highlights the tension between reality and fantasy, illustrating how individuals cope with their...
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