Bartleby the Scrivener
توسط
Herman Melville
5.0 (1
رتبهبندیها)
Science Fiction
فرمت
جلد نرم
صفحات
64
زبان
انگلیسی
منتشر شده
May 1, 2004
ناشر
Melville House
ISBN-10
0974607800
ISBN-13
9780974607801
توضیحات
Herman Melville's narrative unfolds in a Wall Street law office, where the protagonist, Bartleby, takes up the role of a scrivener. Initially efficient and compliant, Bartleby gradually becomes the embodiment of passive resistance, refusing to perform tasks with the simple phrase, "I would prefer not to." This repetition not only challenges the expectations of his employer but also invites deeper reflection on the nature of work and individual autonomy in a rapidly industrializing society.
As Bartleby detaches himself from conventional responsibilities, the story sheds light on the complexities of human existence and the struggle between societal demands and personal desire. The unnamed narrator, perplexed by Bartleby’s behavior, is forced to confront his own feelings of helplessness and frustration, leading to an exploration of compassion and isolation in a world that often values productivity over humanity.
By capturing the tension between conformity and rebellion, Melville craftily illustrates the conflicts of modern existence. The narrative invites readers to ponder the moral implications of Bartleby's choices, inspiring a dialogue about the human condition that resonates with audiences long after the story has concluded.
As Bartleby detaches himself from conventional responsibilities, the story sheds light on the complexities of human existence and the struggle between societal demands and personal desire. The unnamed narrator, perplexed by Bartleby’s behavior, is forced to confront his own feelings of helplessness and frustration, leading to an exploration of compassion and isolation in a world that often values productivity over humanity.
By capturing the tension between conformity and rebellion, Melville craftily illustrates the conflicts of modern existence. The narrative invites readers to ponder the moral implications of Bartleby's choices, inspiring a dialogue about the human condition that resonates with audiences long after the story has concluded.
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