What enlightenment does the writer seek from his wife? What does it suggest about the plight of the modern man ?


The writer seeks his wife’s assistance in finding out the difference between the female artists of a film. He has gone to see the cinema. The writer is a slow’ thinker. As such he thinks that all the three female artists are the same and one. His wife narrates the differences among them telling him about their complexion, and appearance.
It very well suggests the plight of the modem man. First, it throws light on the mental ability of men who cannot make difference between right or wrong, who are unable to experience the reality of life. Secondly, it throws light on the plight of the modem society. Many people fail to understand the main objective of life and as such they deeds indulge in the wrong. Thirdly, it suggests that an intelligent person possesses fast thinking. The pace for living will enable to achieve business to earn a living. But it will not provide the practical use of one’s mind to be utilized for enjoyment.