you don't feel a mouth on you, you don't feel your mouth any more, no need of a mouth, the words are everywhere, inside me, outside me...
In Samuel Beckett's "Malone Dies," the character experiences a profound sense of disconnection from his physical self, particularly his mouth. This sense of detachment suggests an internal transformation where traditional forms of expression become unnecessary. The protagonist reflects on a reality where verbal communication is transcended, and words exist in a limitless space around and within him.
This idea illustrates a deeper existential theme, exploring the relationship between identity, embodiment, and the nature of language. By stating that words are "everywhere," the narrative implies that meaning can exist beyond conventional speech, allowing for a more nuanced understanding of one's existence as disconnected from the physical body.
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