/lit/ - Literature

>>18467501
No, it was emotional detachment caused by the monotony and lack of meaning in modern life. Also, if you liked the Stranger you might like this one.

>>18467501
>Let me post a random take about work x which I didn't read so spergs arguing in the replies will give a general idea of tye work because I'm too lazy to read the wikipedia page
>>inb4 "MUCH PROJECTING!1!1"

sorta.

ITT: When Keeping It Real Goes Wrong

No, it was a personality disorder. Schizoid most likely

>>18467516
to be honest, youre the actual retard recc'ing wiki for interpretations.
the actual text really does make mersault seem kinda strange, spergy, and maybe autistic.
people tend to overlook this possibility because the theme is hyped up, but if you really think about it, it's kind of a shitty story that basically amounts to: shit happens, fuck you.
it's not that far-fetched.

>>18467516
but i did read it

>>18467501
It was the sun.

He had it coming

Read The Box Man instead

>>18467532
>Schizoid most likely
doesnt align with schizoid behaviour at all

>>18467510
I like Misaki, I love Misake, lets all love Misaki.

>>18467501
Yes.

>>18467510
ive seen you in 5 threads already

>>18467678
You'll see me in five more my friend.

>>18467501
Today? Probably (the reaction to his Mother's death and his response to the priest would signal ASD IRL).

Then? Possibly (Leo Kanner published in 1943, but the associated characteristics identifiable today wouldn't be obvious to lay-readers or the typical author then).

>>18467501
it was psychopathy