44 Results in the "Non-Fiction" category
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Zee Novak
Zee Novak reflects on the early spring of 2014, when he and Cyrus Shams were sharing a modest apartment in Indiana, just a year removed from their graduation. During this time, their relationship was defined by casual dating, excessive drinking, and routine activities that, despite their chaotic nature, brought a sense of stability. However, Cyrus eventually decided to make a drastic change by embracing sobriety, marking the beginning of a shift in their shared experiences. One such shift involved their…-
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Yard Sale
**Yard Sale** On February 9, 1861, to finance his trip to Washington, Lincoln sold furniture from his home in Springfield. One of the buyers was Samuel H. Melvin, a local dealer in medicinal drugs and supplies. A receipt, personally signed by Lincoln, detailed the sale which totaled $82.25. This included: - 6 chairs - 1 spring mattress - 1 wardrobe - 1 whatnot (a cabinet with open shelves) - 1 stand - 9.5 yards of stair carpet - 4 comforters Faced with the impending move and new responsibilities,…-
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Wigfall
**Wigfall, The Demon of Unrest: Chapter Summary** On Saturday, April 13, from Edmund Ruffin’s perspective, the flag at Fort Sumter appeared to be missing, prompting concern among the officers at Moultrie who speculated that Major Anderson might be prepared to surrender. Brig. Gen. James Simons decided to cease fire and instructed former U.S. senator Col. Louis T. Wigfall, a boisterous and hefty Texan, to row to Sumter to ascertain the situation. Despite Wigfall's reputation for heavy drinking and…-
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What Works for You (Believing)
In this chapter "What Works for You", a songwriter once claimed that the key to her creative success lay in a cluttered, untouched room in an old office building where she had written all of her music. For thirty years, she refused to let it be cleaned, believing that the space itself held the essence of her inspiration. Whether it was the environment, the nostalgia, or simply the confidence her belief instilled, the ritual worked for her, reinforcing the idea that creative habits, no matter how…-
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What Goes in Early Goes in Deep
In "What Goes in Early Goes in Deep," the author, at thirty years old, makes an impulsive decision to leave a stable job in Washington to buy a food store, sparking a mix of excitement and anxiety. Her parents are horrified and perceive her shift from a promising government career to that of a shopkeeper as a downgrade, reflecting a long-standing disconnect between her aspirations and their expectations. Growing up, she felt alienated from their ideals, which revolved around social appearances and…-
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Under Fire
In the chapter "Under Fire" from *Star of the West*, the tension surrounding the ship's approach to Fort Sumter escalates as it comes under fire from a hidden battery. Captain McGowan documents the precarious situation, noting how cannonballs ricochet around the vessel, with one narrowly missing the pilot-house and another striking the ship's hull. The *Star of the West*, being a large target, is an easy mark for the inexperience of the fifty cadets manning the cannons, who seem to fire wildly during the…-
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Turmoil
In Charleston on December 27, 1860, following Major Anderson's occupation of Fort Sumter, newly elected Governor Francis W. Pickens ordered the South Carolina militia to seize remaining federal properties in Charleston Harbor. Although the governorship was mainly ceremonial, Pickens acted against the state legislature's objections. The first target was Castle Pinckney, taken by around 150 militia members who, after scaling the fort's walls, found it nearly empty, occupied only by a lieutenant and some…-
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Tuning Out (Undermining Voices)
Tuning Out from Undermining Voices examines the shift artists experience as they transition from the solitary nature of their early work to the overwhelming influence of external expectations. In the beginning, creative expression is deeply personal, often evolving in isolation where an artist’s only audience is themselves. This period of artistic incubation allows for uninhibited exploration, with no concern for public reception, financial viability, or critical judgment. However, once the work is…-
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Tuning In
The chapter "Tuning In" delves into the idea that creativity is not an isolated human endeavor but a universal force that permeates all aspects of existence. Just as rivers carve landscapes and trees sprout leaves in accordance with nature’s cycles, human beings create in alignment with an unseen, yet omnipresent, creative energy. The text suggests that this energy, often perceived as inspiration, is not something individuals generate on their own but something they tune into—much like radio antennas…-
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Tuesday
In the chapter "Tuesday," the characters Cyrus Shams, Zee Novak, and Sad James gather at the Naples Café, a gathering place known for its relaxed ambiance among local counterculturalists. Cyrus shares a new creative project focused on the theme of martyrdom, having been inspired by both personal experiences and readings about historical martyrs. He reflects on his mother's meaningless death and contemplates if she can be regarded as a martyr, expressing a deep-seated desire to find significance in…-
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