Conflict In Giovanni's Room

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The book Giovanni’s Room by James Baldwin was published in 1956 a time where homosexuality was being encountered in the novel and in the real world. During that time nobody dared themselves to talk about the gender topic however, James Baldwin thought it will be a pretty good idea to be open minded about it. His book introduces the main character which is an American named David that goes to Paris and meets an Italian bartender named Giovanni whom he ends up falling for. However, both characters go through a lot of conflict towards themselves such as David being in denial towards his sexuality, bad decision making, and Giovanni’s anger towards women and god. David has been conflicted with himself as to who he is, and the best way for him

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