Eric Stone answers “I read the first few pages, it is dark! ...”

Chris Ng asked this question about The Road:

I read the first few pages, it is dark! Would I commit suicide before the end of the book? Or are there any light in the ending?

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Eric Stone It is depressing, dark and full of feelings of hopelessness....but we should not limit our emotional experiences.

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sombia anthony I disagree, I don't feel like it feels hopeless at all. In fact, I find it to be inspiring in a way, more hopeful then naught. ...more
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