In "Cloud Atlas" by David Mitchell, Luisa reflects on the relationship between bluster and duplicity. She observes that when people are overly boastful or aggressive in their proclamations, it often masks hidden motives or dishonesty. This insight reveals a deeper understanding of human behavior, suggesting that confidence is sometimes a facade for less admirable intentions.
Luisa's contemplations highlight a theme prevalent throughout the novel: the complexity of truth in social interactions....