He is unable to communicate and process his thoughts into actions because of the social taboos. Here he is a representation of the male mentality as a whole. Though males have always considered themselves superior to women, they take it as a self-implicated right to appreciate female nudity whenever they get a chance. This can be done either in a bold or discreet manner, but every male does it. In this situation, the protagonist Palomar switches from boldness to shyness and his conscious overwhelms him. The social taboos cloud his mind, though a silver lining always shines bright in his mind through an on and off manner. Hence, he is unable to communicate, clearly develop his thoughts and express his token of appreciation towards the nude
He is unable to communicate and process his thoughts into actions because of the social taboos. Here he is a representation of the male mentality as a whole. Though males have always considered themselves superior to women, they take it as a self-implicated right to appreciate female nudity whenever they get a chance. This can be done either in a bold or discreet manner, but every male does it. In this situation, the protagonist Palomar switches from boldness to shyness and his conscious overwhelms him. The social taboos cloud his mind, though a silver lining always shines bright in his mind through an on and off manner. Hence, he is unable to communicate, clearly develop his thoughts and express his token of appreciation towards the nude