44 Results in the "Non-Fiction" category
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[I am setting…]
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I am setting out on an ambitious and deeply personal literary journey, one that challenges me to write elegies for individuals I have never met. This endeavor feels audacious, as I am tasked with capturing the essence of lives I cannot truly know or experience firsthand. The project itself is marked by a certain level of humility and hubris, as I wrestle with the paradox of trying to honor people whose experiences and stories are unknown to me. Through this process, I confront the complexities of writing…-
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Roya and Arash Shirazi
Roya and Arash Shirazi’s relationship in 1973 Tehran serves as a poignant depiction of the emotional and psychological toll that familial dynamics, shame, and societal expectations can have on a young child. Roya, at just ten years old, is confronted with the humiliation of bedwetting, an issue that she desperately tries to hide. Her attempts to manage this problem—by limiting her water intake and avoiding meals—fail, as the smell clings to her, and her brother Arash ridicules her for it. This…-
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[From: Rear Admiral…]
Rear Admiral William M. Fogarty, USN, begins the chapter with an official communication directed to the Commander in Chief of U.S. Central Command, marking the initiation of a formal investigation into a tragic incident involving the USS Vincennes (CG-49). This event occurred on July 3, 1988, when the U.S. Navy ship mistakenly shot down Iran Air Flight 655, a commercial airliner, killing all 290 passengers aboard. The downing of the civilian plane, an avoidable tragedy, sparked widespread controversy and…-
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Tuesday
Tuesday arrived with an air of contemplation for Cyrus Shams, Zee Novak, and Sad James as they gathered at the Naples Café, a local hangout known for its easygoing vibe that catered to the counterculture community. The cozy atmosphere of the café, with its mismatched furniture and the hum of conversation in the background, set the stage for a deeply reflective evening. As the trio settled in, Cyrus shared his new creative project, a work centered on the theme of martyrdom that was influenced by both his…-
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Lisa Simpson and Roya Shams
Lisa Simpson and Roya Shams find themselves in a surreal and almost otherworldly space—a stark, white room that stretches out indefinitely, making their colorful presence seem even more striking. Roya, dressed in a soft, ocean-blue gown, greets Lisa with a mixture of intrigue and quiet recognition, despite having never met her before. Lisa introduces herself as Cyrus’s friend, yet Roya’s reaction reveals a deeper connection to the conversation at hand. She then hints at the many years since she last…-
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[WASHINGTON, July 3…]
Washington, D.C., experienced a devastating tragedy on July 3, when a United States Navy warship mistakenly shot down an Iranian commercial airliner in the Persian Gulf. The Navy reported that the aircraft was misidentified as an enemy fighter jet, resulting in the tragic loss of all 290 passengers aboard. The Iranian government swiftly condemned the attack, and the widespread outrage over the loss of so many lives raised serious questions about the circumstances surrounding the incident. Speculation…-
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Cyrus and Ali Shams
Cyrus and Ali Shams are central figures in a deeply moving narrative set in Indiana, USA. The story revolves around the father-son relationship between Cyrus and Ali, which is marked by emotional distance, personal challenges, and a profound understanding of each other. From his early childhood, Cyrus faces immense difficulties, especially when it comes to understanding his identity as an Iranian-American living in a foreign land. Growing up in the shadow of his father, Cyrus often struggles with questions…-
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[That evening, Cyrus…]
That evening, Cyrus made his way to the Camp5 Center, a local AA recovery clubhouse, for what was becoming a familiar weekly ritual. The room was modest, with a worn atmosphere that felt both comforting and unsettling, filled with a mix of veterans in recovery and newcomers, each person seeking solace in the shared space. Among the attendees was his sponsor, Gabe B., a man who had spent decades maintaining his sobriety and who also pursued a passion for playwriting. As Cyrus settled into the meeting, he…-
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[For as long…]
For as long as Cyrus could remember, sleep had always been an elusive and puzzling necessity. It was not something that his body naturally craved like other basic functions; rather, it felt more like a performance, something that he had to engage in despite not fully understanding or accepting it. Unlike eating, drinking, or breathing—actions that occurred seamlessly without thought—sleep seemed to demand an artificial submission, an act of pretending that he could fall into rest when his body and mind…-
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Bandar Abbas, Iran
In the chapter set in Bandar Abbas, Iran, a woman embarks on a life-changing journey on Sunday, July 3, 1988. This marks her first experience on a plane, an event not driven by a desire for luxury but rather by the difficult circumstances surrounding her life. She had never flown before, not due to financial constraints, but because her life had always been consumed by the ever-present hardships of her home country. In Tehran, where she once lived, families struggle to make ends meet. Many of them are…-
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