Navigating societal norms from "summary" of On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong
In this world, where the rules are always changing, it can be a daunting task to find your way. Society has a way of dictating what is acceptable and what is not, creating a maze of expectations that we are expected to navigate. These societal norms can be suffocating, forcing you to conform to a mold that may not fit. As a young boy growing up in a world that sees him as "other," the protagonist in 'On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous' finds himself constantly at odds with the expectations placed upon him. He is forced to grapple with his identity, his desires, and his place in a world that often feels foreign. Throughout the novel, we see him struggle to find his voice, to assert his own agency in a world that seeks to silence him. He is torn between the desire to please others and the need to stay true to himself. This internal conflict is mirrored in his external rela...
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