Post by Marshall on Sept 4, 2013 7:24:04 GMT
The conflict between ideologies causes unmistakable turmoil in Grendel. He is attracted to the Shaper even when aware what information is lies, and quickly disillusioned. But the Dragon presents a reality that is cold and apathetic. In the universe Gardner has created, it seems that the Dragon is correct. There are plenty of modern Shapers today, who present lies in a seemingly irresistible way. My question is only whether or not they're necessary. If the humans in Gardner's tale never had the Shaper, would they have survived? Do we need people who connect ideas and sometimes lies in abstract ways in order combat a reality that may be too much?