44 Results in the "Non-Fiction" category
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Merci
Merci is an emotional and reflective dedication chapter in Merci, The Art Thief, in which the author expresses heartfelt gratitude to a variety of individuals and groups who have been instrumental in shaping their creative journey. The chapter, rich in appreciation, provides insight into the strong community of people who supported and influenced the author’s artistic development, as well as the individuals who inspired their understanding of the complex world of art. The tone is respectful and…-
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A Note About the Author
Author Michael Finkel is widely recognized for his outstanding contributions to nonfiction writing, with his work delving deep into human nature, survival, and morality. He is perhaps best known for his bestselling books The Stranger in the Woods and True Story: Murder, Memoir, Mea Culpa, the latter of which was adapted into a major motion picture in 2015. These works, along with his extensive contributions to leading publications, solidify Finkel as a master of both investigative journalism and narrative…-
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Image Credits
Image Credits serves as an indispensable reference for the artworks mentioned throughout The Art Thief, offering readers an invaluable opportunity to explore the vast history of the visual art world. This chapter not only provides essential details about each work, such as the artist’s name, title, year of creation, and the artwork’s current location or collection, but also creates a deeper connection between the narrative and the artistic pieces that are central to the story. Through this meticulous…-
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Martyr!: A novel
Martyr! by Ryan J. Lee follows Aaron, a young man driven by religious zeal and a desire for martyrdom, as his intense beliefs lead him to radical choices that strain his relationships. The novel explores themes of faith, identity, and the cost of extreme devotion.-
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Monday
Monday arrives with a heavy atmosphere for Cyrus as he reflects on his work at Keady University Hospital, where he has been employed as a medical actor for the past two years. His role requires him to portray various patients with different ailments, immersing himself in the lives of individuals facing a wide array of health challenges. In this capacity, he becomes an actor who wears many faces: a grieving mother, a comatose wife, a terminally ill man—all different personas that serve as practice for…-
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Cyrus Shams
Cyrus Shams lies in his unkempt room, consumed by a mixture of desperation and frustration. His space is filled with the remnants of his chaotic existence: an old mattress stained with the marks of countless sleepless nights, and the musty scent of cigarette smoke that refuses to dissipate. Despite his efforts to mask the smell with a cheap air freshener, the room feels more like a reflection of his inner turmoil, a place where dreams and aspirations have been buried under the weight of addiction and…-
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[From: Rear Admiral…]
Rear Admiral William M. Fogarty, USN, initiated a formal investigation into the tragic downing of a commercial airliner by the USS Vincennes (CG. 49) on July 3, 1988. The investigation report, addressed to the Commander in Chief of U.S. Central Command, aims to dissect the events surrounding the incident, providing a comprehensive account of the circumstances that led to the loss of 290 lives. In the aftermath of the tragedy, the report outlines various findings and conclusions that seek to clarify the…-
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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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[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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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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