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Windows on the world

Frédéric Beigbeder
fr. Windows on the World · 2003
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Main Ideas

Main Ideas

  • Exploration of human nature and everyday life through the lens of the September 11, 2001 tragedy.
  • Parallel storytelling of events in the Windows on the World restaurant and the author's reflections on life, death, and the meaning of existence.
  • Critique of modern society, its values and priorities, and contemplation of the impact of catastrophes on personal perception.
  • Psychological analysis of fear, love, and loss in extreme situations.
  • Juxtaposition of personal experiences and historical events to highlight the fragility of human life and the inevitability of fate.
Windows on the world
Date of publication: 26 February 2025
Updated: 4 July 2025
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Frédéric Beigbeder
Original title: fr. Windows on the World · 2003
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