In "Pilgrim at Tinker Creek," Annie Dillard explores the transition from innocence to awareness, emphasizing how this shift profoundly alters our perception of the world. As we grow, we become increasingly conscious of the harsh realities surrounding us, such as the presence of mortality and the complexities of life. This awakening can feel overwhelming, as it replaces the simplicity of childhood with a more nuanced understanding of existence.
Dillard suggests that...