The quote about literature that I have chosen is from C.S. Lewis, “Literature adds to reality, it does not simply describe it. This means that books don’t just reflect the world around us, but enrich it. In Guy De Maupassant’s “The Necklace,” this circles correctly with Madame Loisel’s journey. She desires a luxurious life but faces the consequences of her desires. The story goes beyond its 19th-century French setting and explores universal themes such as human longing, societal pressures, and the purpose of happiness. Through Madame Loisel’s experiences, readers are encouraged to reflect on these timeless concepts. “The Necklace” isn’t just about social classes; it’s an in-depth search for identity, ambition, and the fragility of joy. Maupassant’s narrative challenges readers to look past shallow realities, offering deep insights into life. This shows literature’s ability to expand our understanding of reality by uncovering profound truths.
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Amen, you state well how the C.S. Lewis quote can be applied to “The Necklace.” However, please consider last week’s prompt about the avoidance of abstract, general language. If you are going to use terms like “human longing,” “the fragility of joy,” and “profound truths,” you need to tie them to specific scenes/images in the story. What profound truths? What fragile joy? Also, please do not assume the author’s intentions (. . . “readers are encouraged to reflect on these timeless concepts”).