Change is not made without inconvenience, even from worse to better.
David Lodge – Changing Places
Inconvenience of Change
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Changing Places by David Lodge is a satirical novel set in the 1960s that explores the academic world and cultural differences. The story follows two professors, Morris Zapp and Philip Swallow, who participate in a faculty exchange program between the United States and England. As they switch positions, they experience a clash of cultures and a series of misadventures. The novel also includes subplots involving various characters, including Morris's wife, a feminist lecturer, and Philip's wife, who has an affair. The book is a commentary on academic politics, cultural stereotypes, and the human condition. It is a humorous and insightful read that offers a unique perspective on the academic world.