44 Results in the "Non-Fiction" category
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Tea and Angst
In Charleston on Saturday, April 13, anxiety hung heavy in the air, rendering even routine tasks impossible. The morning's relentless rain yielded to brilliant sunlight, illuminating the Mills House hotel while shadows danced along Meeting Street. Amidst this, cannon fire from across the bay intensified, signaling the commencement of a new battle. The Union fleet remained inactive, perceived as cowards by spectators, especially as Fort Sumter burned. The previous night had brought relief when news broke…-
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Suspicion
On Tuesday, April 9, Edmund Ruffin checked out of his hotel and headed to the Charleston wharf. He carried a small carpet bag and a borrowed training musket from the Citadel Military Academy, boarding a steamer to Morris Island, where he aimed to join in its defense. Ruffin, a known secessionist, relished the attention he garnered upon his arrival. Compliments and praise from unfamiliar individuals made him feel both proud and a bit ashamed of the exaggerated recognition for what he considered a small…-
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Suspense
In the chapter titled "Montgomery and Richmond," the tension mounts in early April as Confederate President Jefferson Davis and his cabinet grow increasingly anxious about the situation. Their confidence relies solely on the assurances from their intermediary, Justice Campbell. The Confederate commissioners in Washington—who were accustomed to power and command—struggle with feelings of disrespect, particularly due to Secretary of State Seward's refusal to meet them. They anticipated being treated as…-
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Surrounding the Lightning Bolt
In Surrounding the Lightning Bolt, the text examines the dynamic interplay between fleeting moments of inspiration and the sustained effort required for artistic creation. Inspiration is likened to a lightning bolt—sudden, electrifying, and capable of igniting a powerful creative impulse. However, rather than glorifying these unpredictable flashes, the chapter shifts focus to the groundwork laid before inspiration strikes and the disciplined execution required to transform an idea into something…-
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Sunrise
**Sunrise, The Demon of Unrest - Chapter Summary** On the morning of April 12, Captain Doubleday commenced his day at Fort Sumter with breakfast alongside other officers. Following a meager meal of salt pork, farina, and rice salvaged from the fort, they readied themselves for the day’s imminent conflict. The officers organized the garrison into gunnery squads to ensure a sustained firing effort once fatigue set in. Doubleday led the first group to the guns facing the Iron Battery on Morris Island. He…-
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Sunday
Sunday finds Cyrus Shams in Brooklyn on the third day of his visit, with the intention of visiting the museum before it opens. His aim is to engage in a meaningful conversation with Orkideh, a talented artist currently facing the challenges of cancer. On his way, he picks up two coffees, planning to offer one to Orkideh as a gesture of thoughtfulness, which sparks a moment of introspection for him. The act of giving the coffee reminds Cyrus of the term "sonder," the realization that everyone has a complex…-
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Sunday
Sunday arrives, and Cyrus Shams sits in the outdoor café named Daylight in Brooklyn, wrapped in a cold breeze as he waits for his friend Zee Novak. His mind is preoccupied with a conversation he had with Orkideh, a complex figure from his past. Orkideh had mentioned a plane crash that was somehow connected to Cyrus’s mother, a revelation he had never heard before and which lingered in his thoughts. Pulling out his phone, Cyrus exchanges a brief text with his sponsor, Gabe, who reassures him that he is…-
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Sunday
Sunday was a day filled with reflection and connection for Cyrus Shams and Zee Novak as they found themselves at ease in Brooklyn, sharing a casual evening together. Sitting side by side, eating pizza and watching TV, the two friends exchanged lighthearted banter and engaged in deeper conversations about life’s complexities. Zee brought up the ironic nature of being in a city teeming with opportunities, yet still choosing to do nothing, tying it to the concept of "opportunity cost." In a humorous debate,…-
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Sunday
Sunday arrives, and Cyrus Shams finds himself trapped in the tumult of his own emotions as he navigates his third day in Brooklyn. The weight of his recent loss looms large, as the funeral of his father still lingers in his thoughts. Seeking some semblance of connection, Cyrus tries to reach out to Zee, though his heart feels hesitant, unsure if he should burden others with his grief. He ultimately decides against leaving a message, instead choosing to reflect on the stark reality of his father’s burial,…-
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