Yet there are several exceptions, lengthy digressions inserted into the narrative. The work is full of lyrical digressions and autobiographic passages. Aside from the narrative of the historical events, Polybius also included three books of digressions. Unintentional digressions in informal conversation and discussion are common. Several plot digressions provide insight into other apparently minor characters. Besides the bawdiness there are several digressions into philosophy, music, and literature in the book. Lewis believed that Meun provided little more than a lengthy series of digressions. Ray pioneered other effects such as the photo-negative flashbacks and X-ray digressions in "Pratidwandi" (1972). The digressions individually frustrate readers who expect a clear purpose. In December 2018, Cleopatra Press published his self-penned memoir, "The Individualist&colon; Digressions, Dreams, and Dissertations". Forgive Us Our Digressions&colon; An Autobiography", and "What Are You Doing After the Orgy? The lecture is loaded with digressions. Gomez also attempted to get followers to report on each others' perceived digressions. After several mental digressions he decides to visit Mina Purefoy at the maternity hospital.