“Suicide creates his own society: to shut yourself off from other people in some dingy, rented box and stare, like Melville's Bartleby, day in and day out at the dead wall outside your window is in itself a rejection of the world which is said to be rejecting you. It is a way of saying, like Bartleby, 'I prefer not to' to every offer and every possibility, which is a condition no amount of social engineering will cure.”
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The Savage God: A Study of Suicide
This book delves into the profound and multifaceted phenomenon of suicide, analyzing its causes, consequences, and societal implications. It explores various theories and perspectives on the subject, offering a comprehensive look at the psychological, social, and historical factors that contribute to this tragic act. more
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