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Chapter Twenty-seven [When asked about…], Martyr!

by testsuphomeAdmin — The chapter opens with a reflection on Michelangelo's approach to sculpture—removing excess stone to reveal the masterpiece within. This metaphor extends to life, where eliminating negative elements (toxic relationships, bad habits) is often mistaken for creating goodness. The author critiques the Abrahamic moral framework, arguing that avoiding wrongdoing doesn't equate to active virtue. A rich man, for instance, may pride himself on not harming others while neglecting positive action, exposing the…
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Records of A Family of Engineers

by LovelyMay — Records of a Family of Engineers by George H. B. Ward is a memoir detailing the history and accomplishments of the Ward family, focusing on their contributions to engineering and their involvement in significant projects, while also offering insights into their personal lives and values across generations.
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Chapter XII-For Greater Things

by LovelyMay — Chapter XII – For Greater Things begins with a pivotal decision: Peter Canisius, seeing both Stanislaus’s maturity and the looming threat of further interference from his family, recommends that the young aspirant continue his journey to Rome. There, far from the reach of his disapproving relatives, he would be safe to pursue his calling within the Jesuit Novitiate. He is promised a letter of introduction to the Father General, Francis Borgia, and is assigned two companions already traveling in that…
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Chapter 28

by testsuphomeAdmin — Chapter 28 captures a moment that marks one of the lowest points in my life, a moment of sheer desperation. It was early January 2008, and after spending some time with my sons, I was confronted with the crushing realization that I might never see them again. The security guard, who had previously worked for me but was now working for Kevin, arrived to pick up my children at the end of the visit. He first placed Preston in the car, and as he came to take Jayden, an overwhelming fear gripped me. My mind…
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Prologue – Muse of fire

by testsuphomeAdmin — Prologue offers a glimpse into Elon Musk's challenging early life, shaped by adversity and hardship, which would go on to form the backbone of his character and future ambitions. Raised in South Africa, Musk faced considerable bullying from a young age, both at school and in a survival camp he attended, often referred to as a "paramilitary Lord of the Flies." His time at the veldskool, where he was physically beaten and learned to defend himself, reflects the harsh and violent environment that defined…
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48. Fallout

by testsuphomeAdmin — Fallout from 2018 proved to be one of the most tumultuous periods in Elon Musk’s career, marked by personal struggles, corporate instability, and intense public scrutiny. As the pressure to keep Tesla afloat mounted, Musk found himself caught in a whirlwind of controversies that took a toll on both his mental well-being and the company’s market value. During a revealing interview with David Gelles of The New York Times, Musk admitted to experiencing extreme exhaustion, spending long nights on Tesla’s…
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Dedication

by testsuphomeAdmin — The provided text is a dedication page from the book "The Demon of Unrest." --- **Summary:** The dedication page succinctly acknowledges C.A.G. as the recipient of the dedication. It is presented in a formal structure, adhering to the conventions typical of literary dedications. The text is brief and straightforward, encapsulating a significant emotional aspect of connection to the named individual. This dedication serves as a tribute, setting a personal tone that highlights the author's appreciation…
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Dorothea’s Warning

by testsuphomeAdmin — Dorothea’s Warning began on a January Saturday in 1861 when Dorothea Dix arrived at the Philadelphia office of Samuel M. Felton, Sr., the president of the Philadelphia, Wilmington, and Baltimore Railroad. While Dix’s original mission was to advocate for humane treatment in asylums, she brought a far more alarming piece of information with her. Having traveled through the South, she shared her troubling discoveries, revealing the growing political unrest and the secessionist movement. Felton, who had…
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Sickened

by testsuphomeAdmin — Sickened by the unfolding events in Charleston, Edmund Ruffin read Lincoln’s inaugural address, which had been telegraphed to the Mercury on March 4. As the public gathered to listen to Lincoln’s address, Ruffin found his belief in the inevitability of war becoming even stronger. The speech, he believed, only confirmed what he had long suspected—that a direct confrontation was imminent. The possibility that Confederate General Beauregard might move to strike Fort Sumter soon felt like an unavoidable…
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Four Telegrams

by testsuphomeAdmin — The chapter titled "Four Telegrams" represents a critical moment in the historical buildup to the Civil War, offering a glimpse into the tense communications that shaped the early decisions of Confederate leadership. Dated April 10, 1861, the telegrams exchanged between Confederate General Pierre Gustave Toutant Beauregard and L. P. Walker, the Confederate Secretary of War, reveal a pivotal moment of military strategy. These exchanges, beginning with a telegram from Montgomery, urged immediate action…
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