This need for accuracy appears to stem from his interest and knowledge of science, comparing his own detailed account of this particular half minute to the idea that "Whole books, whole research departments are dedicated to the first half minute in the history of the universe." ... This analysing through rational explanations serves to detach Joe emotionally from the events, making him a slightly more reliable narrator because his narrative isn't dominated by emotional perceptions early in the novel. ...

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