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Connection is key to overcoming marginalization from "summary" of In the Margins by Elena Ferrante
In the complex web of society, those on the margins often find themselves isolated and disconnected from the mainstream. This lack of connection only serves to deepen their sense of marginalization, trapping them in a cycle of exclusion and invisibility. However, as we see in the lives of the characters in "In the Margins," it is through the forging of meaningful connections that individuals can begin to break free from the constraints of marginalization. The power of connection lies in its ability to bridge the divide between the marginalized and the dominant group. By establishing relationships with others, individuals on the margins are able to challenge prevailing stereotypes and misconceptions, humanizing themselves in the eyes of those who would otherwise overlook them. Through these connections, they are able to assert their presence and demand recognition, no longer content to remain on ...
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