I believe Professor Conway chose this as the first narrative in the course to help us grasp what individuals are capable of and what they can accomplish for our future. According to the final line, “men and women became aware for the first time of the desolation of their streets, the dryness of their courtyards, the narrowness of their dreams as they faced the splendor and beauty of their drowned man.” It shifts from sadness at the man’s death to excitement and admiration for his looks. After visualizing how their environment has changed, the villagers discuss what they would do differently in the future.
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