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The protagonist, Halbert, experiences a profound moment of frustration and disillusionment, leading him to reject literature and its creators. This emotional outburst signifies a deeper conflict within him, possibly reflecting themes of existential despair or a struggle against the escapism that books provide. His dramatic dismissal of both literature and dreamers hints at a pivotal turning point in his character's journey, suggesting a quest for authenticity in a world he perceives as filled with illusions.
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The Monastery, Walter Scott
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- Released
- 2005
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- Title
- The Monastery
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Walter Scott
- Publisher
- Cosimo Classics
- Released
- 2005
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 372
- ISBN13
- 9781596054271
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- The protagonist, Halbert, experiences a profound moment of frustration and disillusionment, leading him to reject literature and its creators. This emotional outburst signifies a deeper conflict within him, possibly reflecting themes of existential despair or a struggle against the escapism that books provide. His dramatic dismissal of both literature and dreamers hints at a pivotal turning point in his character's journey, suggesting a quest for authenticity in a world he perceives as filled with illusions.