The Mexican, as seen in the previous descriptions, does not transcend solitude. On the contrary, he shuts himself up in it. We inhabit our solitude like Philoctetes his island, not waiting but fearing to return to the world. We cannot bear the presence of our companions. Enclosed within ourselves, when not torn apart and alienated, we rush through a solitude with no references to a redeeming beyond or a creating here and now. We oscillate between surrender and reserve, between the cry and the silence, between the party and the wake, never truly surrendering. Our impassivity covers life with the mask of death; our cry tears that mask and ascends to the sky until it relaxes, breaks, and falls like defeat and silence. By both paths, the Mexican closes himself off from the world: from life and from death.

This self-imposed isolation seems to be a defining characteristic of the Mexican psyche. It is as if they are trapped in a cycle of solitude, unable or unwilling to break free. The fear of returning to the world, the discomfort with the presence of others, and the oscillation between extremes all contribute to this sense of enclosure. The mask of death that covers life and the ultimately futile cry that attempts to break through it further emphasize the Mexican's detachment from both life and death.

Perhaps this is a result of the unique history and culture of Mexico, which have shaped the Mexican people in profound ways. Or maybe it is a more universal human trait that is simply more pronounced in the Mexican context. Whatever the cause, the Mexican's relationship with solitude is a complex and fascinating one that值得 further exploration.

I don't know if it's because I don't give the book to itself, or because the translation of Khashayar Dehghani is not good, or because I'm not a good reader for this book. But whatever it is, I couldn't establish a connection with it.

Except for the poetic sentences that are sometimes found between the paragraphs of the book (which most other readers wrote about in their reviews), the overall tone of the book was very tiring and overly abstract for me.

I found it difficult to engage with the content and often felt lost in its complex and esoteric nature.

Perhaps with a different translation or a more in-depth understanding of the subject matter, I might have been able to appreciate the book more fully.

However, as it stands, my experience with this book was less than satisfactory.

Love pain is the pain of loneliness. Addiction and loneliness are both opposite and complementary. The power of freedom that loneliness gives makes us feel the lack of peace and at the same time brings light to our lives: Man is only "deprived by the hand of God". Loneliness is both our sin and our salvation. It is our right but at the same time it is conditional that our exile is eternal. This dialectic governs all of human life.

Loneliness is an inescapable part of the human experience. It can be a source of great pain and longing, but it can also be a catalyst for growth and self-discovery. When we are alone, we are forced to confront our inner selves and face the reality of our lives. We may feel a sense of emptiness or a longing for connection, but it is in these moments that we have the opportunity to truly understand ourselves and what we truly desire.

Addiction, on the other hand, is often a way for us to逃避the pain of loneliness. We may turn to drugs, alcohol, or other substances in an attempt to numb the pain and fill the void. However, addiction only serves to compound our problems and lead us further away from the true source of our happiness. It is only when we learn to face our loneliness and deal with it in a healthy way that we can begin to break free from the cycle of addiction and find true peace and fulfillment.

This work is actually an article that is the final chapter of the book "A Thousand Solitudes."

It points out with a thoughtful gaze at the human's loneliness after separation from the mother's womb and the creation of a gap between demand and response. The difference between the first and today's human loneliness and the role of myths, love, the definition of woman as "the other" and even when with the creation of "seconds" in human life, another form is given to human life. I prefer to present a few lines of this small book instead of more explanations.

We are condemned to live alone, but we are condemned to pass through our own loneliness and re-establish the bonds that related us to life in the past paradise. We use all our strength to get rid of the bond of loneliness. Our feeling of loneliness has a twofold importance: on the one hand, it is an awareness of ourselves, and on the other hand, it is a desire to escape from ourselves. Loneliness, in our view, is a kind of test and purification, and at the end of it, our pain and instability are eliminated.

Loneliness is both our sin and our salvation. It is our right and at the same time a blessing that our exile has an end.

Work, this new unique god, is not creative anymore. It is endless, boundless, and just like life in the new unfinished era, and the loneliness that arises from it is not a burden that strengthens the soul. It is just a human severity that shows a world without a way out.

The modern human likes to pretend that his thinking is awake. But this awake thinking has led us to the tortuous and nightmarish paths where the fragmented rooms are found in the endless repetition of the wise mirror. Maybe we will realize that we are dreaming with our eyes open, and then maybe we will want to dream again with our eyes closed.

Todo mexicano que tenga la capacidad y la disposición de soportar una crítica a nuestra rica cultura, a nuestro modo de pensar único y a todo aquello a lo que nos aferramos con pasión, definitivamente debe darse el privilegio de leer este libro. Es más que bueno, es una obra maestra que desafía nuestras percepciones y nos invita a reflexionar.

Sin embargo, cabe destacar que este libro no es apto para aquellos mexicanos que sean demasiado sensibles. Puede que encuentren algunas ideas y perspectivas demasiado radicales o desconcertantes. Pero para aquellos que estén dispuestos a abrir sus mentes y explorar nuevas formas de ver el mundo, este libro es una verdadera joya.

Extraordinario análisis de la historia, cultura y personalidad mexicana, planteado magistralmente desde dentro y también desde el contexto histórico-internacional. Octavio Paz, a renowned Mexican writer, presents a comprehensive exploration of his country's rich heritage. The various essays that compose this work showcase his profound insights and remarkable genius.

His empathy and understanding of the Mexican people are palpable in every word. Through his writing, he delves into the search for identity, not just of an individual but of an entire nation. The hope is that this identity will serve as the foundation for a just and free society.

One of the book's greatest contributions is that it allows a worthy compatriot to maintain a healthy sense of pride and the ability to strengthen the nation's virtues, even in the face of recognizing its wounds and weaknesses. This work is a testament to the power of literature to illuminate and inspire.

Modern man likes to pretend that his thinking is awake.

However, this awake thinking has led us to the complex and nightmarish paths where the broken rooms repeat endlessly in the mirror of wisdom.

When we wake up, perhaps we will realize that we have been seeing dreams with our eyes open, and the dreams and illusions of the individual are unbearable.

And then perhaps we will want to see dreams again with our eyes closed.

The dialectic of loneliness, the last chapter of the book "A Thousand and One Solitudes", and this short section was so fascinating that I decided to read the whole book as well.

If you have a desire to embark on a journey of learning more about Mexico, then this is the book you must read.

I have had the privilege of residing in this remarkable country for a full five years. Looking back, I deeply regret that I postponed reading this book for such a long time.

It is truly an outstanding and great book. It offers a wealth of insights into the rich culture, history, traditions, and way of life of Mexico.

From the vibrant cities to the charming villages, from the ancient civilizations to the modern-day society, this book covers it all.

It is a captivating read that will transport you to the heart of Mexico and make you fall in love with this beautiful country all over again.

The book is heavy, very heavy.

However, it has a lot of truth in everything it says, although it is seen from a rather negative perspective by the writer.

If you want to get to know the Mexicans and the reason behind all our culture, this is the book for you to really soak up what we are like.

It offers a unique insight into the Mexican way of life, with all its flaws and virtues.

Despite the negative slant, it still manages to capture the essence of our people and our traditions.

Reading this book can be a challenging but rewarding experience, as it forces you to confront some uncomfortable truths about our society.

Nevertheless, it is an important work that should not be overlooked by anyone interested in understanding Mexico and its people.

It was a strange and wonderful thing. It adhered to me so much that I decided to read it again tomorrow and adjust it for my friends.

I want to write a review on this type of books in general. The content really can't be fully expressed. You should get it yourself and read it.

It's truly an amazing experience. The way it engages the reader is remarkable. I can't wait to share it with my friends and see their reactions.

I'm sure they'll be as intrigued as I am. This kind of book has a unique charm that draws you in and keeps you hooked until the very end.

I highly recommend it to anyone who loves a good read. You won't be disappointed.

It is so common that when we start to reflect on the social, economic, and cultural problems in our very dear country, such as corruption, oppression, abuse of power, the banalization of sexuality, machismo, loneliness, death, falsehood, and the use of masks to cover our true identity, we run the risk of going crazy trying to find a solution to all these problems, treating them as if they were mathematical problems when in reality they are human problems.

Octavio Paz, through this magnificent book, invites us to abandon this rationalist perspective and adopt a humanistic vision, thus challenging us to think beyond our rigid thought structures, immersing us in a deep reflection on our identity, our relationships, and our way of perceiving the world.

"The Labyrinth of Solitude" has been a book that has shaken and awakened me, and the best thing of all is that it does not present us with any solution nor does it try to impose any point of view, but simply makes us think and leaves us the tools to search for and build not only a Mexico but a society that dares to defend the value of human dignity.

Industrial societies, regardless of any kind of "ideology," politics, or economy, strive to convert qualitative differences - that is, human differences - into quantitative sameness. Mass production methods are also employed in matters of ethics, art, emotions, and feelings. Contradictions and exceptions are eliminated, and this makes it impossible for us to obtain the deepest experiences that life can offer, that is, the discovery of reality in a unique form where contradictions have come together. New forces, based on the official decree, prevent loneliness and thus prevent love and transform it into a heroic and secret union. Defending love has always been a dangerous and anti-social act. Today, defending love is also a revolutionary act. The problem and issue of love in our world show how society dialectically blinds its blindest face with the dialectic of loneliness. Social life eliminates any possibility of a true loving union.

Love is one of the most prominent examples of the dual mystery that makes us seek self-discovery more deeply, and at the same time, move away from ourselves and realize ourselves in another: death and rebirth, loneliness and union.