The reading with the most meaning was definitely “Araby” by James Joyce because of the epiphany that the protagonist discovered. This short story intrigued me since it can be relatable, and it comes with a lesson. There was extreme desperation from the boy to be liked by his friend’s sister which he was extremely infatuated with. There were obsessive moments of lust and vanity which is something many readers can relate to. The boy was seeking fulfillment in Mangan’s sister since his life was described as mundane. I truly admired the accountability and maturity that the narrator manifested towards the end of the story. It takes a lot of growth and courage to be able to own up to unhealthy behaviors.
