Time and Faulkner || The Sound and the Fury Chapter 2 + 3 by William Faulkner - Summary, Analysis

In this episode of The CodeX Cantina, Una and OutOfTimeCrypto delve into William Faulkner's "The Sound and the Fury," specifically focusing on the theme of time as portrayed through the Compson brothers. They challenge conventional views of past, present, and future, suggesting that Faulkner presents a more complex interplay where the past constantly influences the present. The hosts analyze each brother's relationship with time: Benji embodies the past, Quentin grapples with the present's assault by the past, and Jason attempts to control the future, while Caddy represents lost innocence and haunts the present. They explore how Faulkner uses literary devices and symbolism to illustrate these concepts, connecting them to the decay of the South and the characters' struggles with innocence, sexuality, and control. The discussion sets the stage for the next episode, which will further explore the themes of the Old South and the New South within the novel.