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Hello :) So, what is the mataphor of the underground? Is it all the circumstances he is in and the position from which he sees the world? Everyone out there , above him , and he's under them, like watching life appart from them and feeling all those bad and angry feelings that make him happy at the same time? Thank you :)
Robert Underground is referring to the depth at which he confronts each and every thought or critique of society that flows into his mind. Today we brush off…moreUnderground is referring to the depth at which he confronts each and every thought or critique of society that flows into his mind. Today we brush off far too much, and don't introspect enough. We accept what we must value, and are told to reject human nature. He sees this as the main issue facing society, and as a result, dives deep into dealing with this issue head on.(less)
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Notes from Underground
by Fyodor Dostoevsky
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