Goodbye to All That

In "Goodbye to All That," Didion compares her familiarity in New York to the occurrences at a fair. This metaphor is considered in a very roundabout way. Ultimately, though, Didion (like anybody) increased tired and dissatisfied with the fair (in her case NYC).

Fairs lure persons in through the gates with bright lights, blaring buzzers, and exhilarating games. These identical methods help to appeal tourists to New York City. Like a child at a equitable, Didion becomes enticed by such disruptions and cannot draw herself away from her fair, the city. Her outlook on this new city is ...