Lolita - Thug Notes Summary and Analysis

The transcript narrates the story of Humbert Humbert, who becomes obsessed with young girls, particularly a 12-year-old named Dolores, whom he calls Lolita. After marrying her mother Charlotte to stay close to Lolita, Charlotte discovers Humbert's true feelings and dies in an accident. Humbert and Lolita travel across the country, but she eventually disappears. Humbert later learns she was taken by Clare Quilty, whom he confronts and kills. Humbert ends up in prison, writing his memoirs, which reveal his unreliable narration. The story includes mythological references and explores themes of obsession and manipulation.

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