While the father may have some signs of PTSD, I don’t think that the son has or will have any signs of it. The mere fact that the boy was born after the destruction of the world removes him from our current labels that we associate with different things. Though he understands that things have… Continue reading Would it really be traumatic?
Author: genevieve
Hyperempathy?
So unnaturalising the “natural”. We touched on this in class for probably more than half an hour if any of you remember. And also hyperempathy. I don’t see it necessarily as a “delusion” although it’s been described as one by Butler, herself. I see it as part of Lauren’s strength. I don’t see it as… Continue reading Hyperempathy?
Conversational Intentions?
On our “Socratic Walk” we briefly touched on the question if Murray was intentional in placing somewhat sinister, or what-have-you, thoughts into Jack’s head. I think that Murray is incredibly dynamic in his thought process and how he conveys them to Jack, which later makes Jack recall and ponder them in real depth. It makes… Continue reading Conversational Intentions?
Slavery Versus Prisoner Labor
On page 606, Maureen has a moral and ethical dilemma about slavery. She says, “If all we can afford is slavery, then keep them as slaves. And put them to work so we can afford something more. Only we don’t call them slaves, either, because that makes it too easy to think like a slavemaster.… Continue reading Slavery Versus Prisoner Labor
You Betta’ Recognize.
Memory and senses alert you to the familiar. You “recognize” something when you have had previous experience of knowledge with a thing or a situation. In an unfamiliar situation, you know, such as a comet destroying half of the world, recognizing familiar people and situations could be a key to survival. The word “recognize” appears… Continue reading You Betta’ Recognize.
Personal Ad for Alim Nassor
Before: Tough, but caring man looking for an abandoned house free of pigs and honkies. Better if you have a safe full of weed to crack, and a pool for some light recreation. A Cadillac or even a Porsche in the garage is not necessary, but would be nice. Must not mind rowdy parties for… Continue reading Personal Ad for Alim Nassor