Some people - and I am one of them - hate funny ending. We felt fooled. Damage is normal. The karma is enforced. The snowy battle stopped in the middle of the road with only a few steps on the cramped village that was not only Luan but also immoral.

📖 Vladimir Nabokov

🌍 American  |  👨‍💼 Novelist

🎂 April 22, 1899  –  ⚰️ July 2, 1977
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In Nabokov's book "Pnin," the narrator expresses a strong dislike for humorous endings, feeling deceived by them. This sense of betrayal resonates with those who prefer narratives to conclude seriously rather than whimsically. The idea of 'damage is normal' suggests the acceptance of life's imperfections and the enduring nature of karma, hinting that actions have inevitable consequences.

The narrative takes a turn in a cramped village where a confrontation, likened to a snowy battle, halts abruptly. This village represents not only a physical location but also a moral landscape, marked by complexity and contradictions. The character Luan embodies the tension between personal struggles and broader ethical concerns, enriching the story’s depth.

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