Topic > The Irony in "White Teeth" by Zadie Smith - 560

From the beginning of her novel "White Teeth", Zadie Smith presents the reader with realistic and current issues and humor, greatly complemented by a time-resistant setting . His choice of words brings out a unique and intriguing personality for each character introduced in the novel so far. One of the main themes of the novel so far is the theme of those who donate various trifles, whether tiny or gigantic, these trifles play a huge role in the story of the novel. The irony, cynicism, and idiosyncrasy of the novel's tone make the narrator quite relatable by being both witty and cynical. In the novel's opening quote, E. M. Foster observes that on certain days, especially the last day of one's life, every "nonsense" has a heavy meaning. This observation doesn't exactly apply to Archie's attempted suicide, it's more like Zadie Smith telling us how to approach the book. Archie may be looking for signs that he is right or wrong in his actions or idleness, or he may be trying to make his final moments count as much as possible. Yet it is right that Archie does it ...