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Chapter 29 — Husks
Chapter 29 – Husks begins by spotlighting how resourcefulness emerges when people are pushed into corners of necessity. It revisits a historical account of French Protestant artisans, expelled from their homeland by Louis XIV and forced into England’s Spitalfields neighborhood. These weavers, living in poverty, noticed that the English butchers discarded the tails of slaughtered cattle—what others considered trash, they saw as an opportunity. By simmering them into a flavorful broth, they introduced…-
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Chapter 51
Chapter 51 of If These Wings Could Fly opens with Leighton returning home to find her family gathered in the living room, where her father, burdened by guilt and stress, begins to apologize for his recent outburst. He attributes his actions to the overwhelming pressure of his failing business and his desire to protect his daughters from the harsh realities of his struggles. While his words are filled with remorse, the tension in the room is thick, as his apology doesn’t seem to fully address the root of…-
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Acknowledgments
Acknowledgments: In If These Wings Could Fly, the author takes a moment to extend heartfelt thanks to the many individuals and groups whose support and contributions were essential in bringing the book to life. The acknowledgments section is not only a tribute to those who played a direct role in the book’s creation but also serves as a reflection on the entire creative journey, from initial concept to finished manuscript. It underscores the importance of community, mentorship, and collaboration in the…-
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Chapter 8 — Slouch
Chapter 8 – Slouch delves into the troubling cultural habit of untidiness and lack of pride in appearance and environment that the author identifies as distinctly American. The narrative contrasts this with the more polished and meticulous nature of people and places in Europe, where attention to personal grooming and cleanliness is often considered a mark of respect and dignity. The author urges for a cultural shift toward tidiness, suggesting that this change should start in schools and extend to the…-
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Chapter 30
Chapter 30 begins by presenting a snapshot of the narrator's life, where normalcy is interwoven with the challenges she faces. After her father falls asleep, Leighton, along with her friend Sofia, heads to the mall for a much-needed distraction and some fun. The girls are on a mission to find the perfect dresses for an upcoming eighties-themed dance, where neon colors are in full swing. While Sofia slips into each dress with ease, Leighton finds herself struggling to feel comfortable in the bold colors…-
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Chapter 61
Chapter 61 of If These Wings Could Fly opens with the protagonist, Leighton, being summoned out of her art class by Mrs. Riley to discuss an important matter in the newsroom. As Leighton enters the space, Mrs. Riley reveals that the council has decided to award her a scholarship of five thousand dollars in recognition of her essay. This announcement initially fills Leighton with joy, but her happiness quickly turns to confusion when Mrs. Riley informs her that the council has also decided not to publish…-
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Chapter 19 — The Grand Prix
Chapter 19 – The Grand Prix captures Paris at its most theatrical, where society’s performance reaches its final act beneath the June sun. Held on the second Sunday of the month, the Grand Prix isn’t just a horse race—it’s a ceremonial finale to the Parisian spring season. Originating in 1862 through the collaboration of Napoleon III and prominent railway companies, the event was strategically designed to rival England’s Derby, offering substantial prizes to draw crowds and boost rail travel.…-
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Chapter 41
Chapter 41 begins with a cozy, intimate scene as the narrator and her sisters find comfort in each other’s presence, nestled under blankets on their bed. With their long hair cascading over the mattress, the atmosphere is warm and filled with the soft hum of conversation. The girls are all gathered together, taking refuge in this sacred moment of sisterly bonding. Campbell suggests the idea of a movie marathon for the upcoming weekend while their father is away on a work trip, and excitement quickly…-
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Chapter 69
Chapter 69 of If These Wings Could Fly is steeped in an atmosphere of tension and foreboding, as the house is plunged into darkness, the power abruptly cut off. The action unfolds with Leighton and her sisters, Juniper and Campbell, stuck in a dimly lit room, overwhelmed by a sense of fear and urgency that saturates the air. Despite the stillness, the panic within Leighton’s chest is palpable, growing with each passing moment as she listens to muffled voices and heated arguments drifting up from…-
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Chapter 30 – The Faubourg of St. Germain begins with a portrayal of Paris’s most guarded social enclave—a bastion of aristocracy that, much like the ancient Chinese elite, regards outsiders as unworthy of inclusion. The Faubourg of St. Germain, synonymous with old nobility and unyielding tradition, remains a stronghold where lineage trumps wealth and historical legacy overshadows personal achievement. Despite significant political shifts and even imperial efforts by Napoleon III and his consort…-
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