Literary notes about Convergence (AI summary)
The term "convergence" is employed with a remarkable range of meanings, often capturing moments when divergent elements unite into a single, unified force. In some works it underscores a shift toward political or social unity, as in the gradual movement toward moderate socialism [1] or the formation of political coalitions [2], [3]. In more literal spatial or natural contexts, convergence shapes imagery: streets meeting at a common point [4], beams of light coming together in perspective [5], and even the physiological alignment of the eyes [6]. The word also plays a metaphorical role in uniting historical currents [7] and abstract forces of nature [8], reinforcing its versatility as both a visual tool and a conceptual device in literature.