Gargoyles

Gargoyles

Ben Hecht

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Repro India Limited
Año de edición:
2025
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ISBN:
9789370813618
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Gargoyles explores the internal conflict of morality, self-deception, and the complexities of human behavior in a morally ambiguous society. The narrative centers on an individual’s struggle to reconcile personal actions with societal expectations, creating a tension between virtue and vice. The protagonist, caught between his outward bravado and internal guilt, grapples with the pressure of living up to external standards while navigating his own moral turmoil. As the story progresses, the novel dissects the idea of self-deception, showing how individuals often create facades to mask their true selves. This exploration of character dynamics emphasizes the difficulty of living authentically in a world rife with contradictions. Through its critical portrayal of societal norms and personal choices, the story forces readers to question the nature of sin, morality, and the pursuit of redemption. The narrative captures the struggle for identity within a complex social structure, where personal desires and societal expectations clash.

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