"Travesty," by Lillian Fishman
Briefly

The article explores Prima's evolving perception of adulthood within the context of her peers at Hamilton Hall. While her classmates desire a carefree existence free from commitments and societal judgement, Prima relishes in the messy realities of growing up. She recognizes that true self-sufficiency requires navigating the complexities of relationships and responsibilities. Unlike her peers who wish to maintain a facade of innocence and neutrality, Prima is ready to confront the challenges of the adult world, understanding that complexity is integral to life and personal growth.
"She'd had a consciousness, since that first day in Hamilton Hall, of becoming increasingly entangled in the universe, of her name no longer being the name of an innocent..."
"They wanted more than anything to maintain their neutral goodness. They did not want to appear in articles online or in newspapers, unless they were cast in a glowing light."
Read at The New Yorker
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