愤怒的玩偶

The novel vividly captures the hardships of marginalized youth. I'm curious what personal or societal influences shaped this intense portrayal.

His actions seem driven by deep frustration, but I wonder if readers see it more as defiance or a cry for help.

The Buenos Aires backdrop feels almost like a character itself. Do you think Arlt intentionally used the city to mirror the protagonist's inner turmoil?