In the most recent reading of Sophie's World, her entire world began to unravel as both her and Alberto learn more about Mr. Knag and his role is there world, as the storyteller, the prime mover. Amazingly enough, Sophie appears to be able to interact with this other world, taking Hilde's cross back with her. Alberto however, seeks solace from this unfortunate reality in philosophy, playing along with “God's Plan”, as if seeking some proof of his own existence. This really calls into mind how one should interact with “God” or “gods” were they to suddenly appear in todays world. Should one just play along with their plans and just give in to fate or should one attempt to force their own will upon the world no matter what gods may do, as Norris does in the Adjustment bureau. Living in fear of what may happen is Alberto's entire life while Sophie refuses to accept Albert's plans. How would the average man react in case of a sudden and undeniable proof of God's existence? Not only that but that he's merely a delegate to a UN meeting, writing a story to keep his daughter happy while he's gone.
However, now that Sophie is aware of his existence, she appears to be able to do whatever she may desire, rather than having to conform to his plans. Like with Plato's cave, now that she is aware that the shadows are merely shadows and nothing more, they no longer have a hold on her. She seems to be on the edge of being capable of reaching the exit of the cave, able to move out of Albert's fantasy world and into his.
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