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Orkideh and President Invective
Orkideh and President Invective, Martyr! unfolds in a surreal mall setting, where two characters, Orkideh and President Invective, experience a strange interaction in the midst of consumerism. The mall, with its gleaming fluorescent lights and luxury stores, becomes a backdrop for their exploration of personal identity and art. Orkideh, strikingly bald but full of life, stands out in her oversized sunglasses and expressive eyebrows, drawing attention and curiosity from those around her. Accompanied by…-
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Orkideh
Orkideh's story is a deeply emotional exploration of grace, death, and identity through the lens of Roya Shams, who reflects on both her painful past and the unearned gift of life she finds herself carrying after surviving a tragic plane crash. The crash, caused by the USS Vincennes misidentifying her flight as a threat, took away so many lives, including that of her lover, Leila. In the aftermath, Roya is left to reckon with her survival and the sense of grace she feels, wondering why she was granted life…-
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Orkideh
Orkideh begins with the narrator deeply contemplating their relationship with happiness and its fleeting nature. They candidly admit that joy has not been a constant or abundant presence in their life. Instead, the narrator notes that there were isolated moments of genuine joy, but these moments were brief and seemed to pass more quickly than expected. Reflecting on this, the narrator considers the idea that each person may only have a limited amount of joy to experience throughout their lives. In their…-
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Orkideh
Orkideh, the protagonist in this chapter, embarks on a profound reflection of death and the role of art in navigating the complexities of grief. The narrative unfolds with an intense exploration of personal loss and the sense of emptiness that follows, portraying a moment of profound detachment from reality. The narrator's introspection leads to the creation of an installation titled "Death-Speak," which serves as both an artistic expression and a confrontation with mortality. This piece aims to engage…-
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Openness
Openness challenges the natural human tendency to seek certainty, emphasizing the value of flexibility and curiosity, particularly in creative endeavors. Throughout history, the ability to make quick assessments and form immediate judgments was essential for survival in an unpredictable world. This instinct for categorization has carried into modern life, where people often rely on established patterns and mental shortcuts to process an overwhelming influx of information efficiently. However, while these…-
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One Very Dark Night
On February 22, Lincoln made a stop in Leaman Place, Pennsylvania, en route to Harrisburg, where a large crowd awaited him. Despite being too hoarse to speak, he humorously introduced his wife, triggering laughter from the audience. This last public appearance prior to Lincoln's secretive journey toward Washington heightened anxieties about his safety, especially regarding potential danger in Baltimore, which Secretary Hay ominously hinted at. The atmosphere was heavy with tension as people worried about…-
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On the Scent
In the chapter titled "On the Scent," dated March 3, John Delane, the editor of the *Times* of London, perceives that political tension in America is escalating to a point where violence might erupt. This conflict, particularly between the Southern States and the Union following Lincoln’s election, could make for captivating news for his readership, particularly those in England who might take some satisfaction in America's strife. To grasp the situation firsthand, he decides to send Sir William Howard…-
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Ominous Doings
**Chapter Summary: "Ominous Doings"** From December 28 to 31, South Carolina exhibited ominous signs of preparing for war as tensions escalated around Fort Sumter. Governor Pickens emphasized the need for local planters to construct gun batteries along the Santee River and Winyah Bay, evoking a sense of patriotism reminiscent of their forefathers from the Revolutionary War. On December 28, he imposed a prohibition on all arms shipments to Fort Sumter, while allowing mail delivery, stating that the ban…-
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Of Spiders and Entrails
In Montgomery, Mary Chesnut immersed herself in the social scene, hosting delegates and their families at her boarding house. On the evening of March 11, she noted a gathering of “judges, governors, senators, generals, congressmen” in her drawing room, where lively stories and gossip circulated. One anecdote shared by her uncle, Judge Withers, was particularly striking: a married couple's quarrel on a bridge escalated to a dramatic point where the man offered to drown himself if his wife didn’t take…-
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