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A Ball at Sunrise
A Ball at Sunrise began on the morning of March 8, with Confederate artillery stationed at Fort Moultrie and Cummings Point firing their guns, initially seeming to be part of a routine practice drill. The first three shots fired were blanks, creating no harm or concern, but the subsequent rounds unexpectedly included a live cannonball. This shot traveled dangerously close to Fort Sumter, striking the water about thirty yards away and ricocheting off the surface, causing damage to the fort's wharf. This…-
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Sunrise
As the first light of Sunrise illuminated the battered walls of Fort Sumter on April 12, Captain Doubleday and his fellow officers braced themselves for the long-awaited confrontation. The men gathered in the mess hall, hastily consuming a meager breakfast of salt pork, farina, and rice, knowing it might be their last meal before exhaustion took over. Despite the tension, a quiet sense of duty filled the room as the officers finalized their strategies and prepared their men for the barrage that was sure to…-
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Chapter 8 takes place during the 1890s, a decade marked by a severe economic crisis known as the Great Depression. This period of societal unrest led to a rise in nativist sentiments, and anti-immigrant attitudes surged, especially toward Asian immigrants. As the country struggled economically and politically, corruption in Washington reached a peak. In response, Grover Cleveland was reelected as president, vowing to eliminate corruption and restore integrity to the government. However, the political…-
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Chapter 6: Open City
Chapter 6: Open City delves into the intense and transformative summer of 1961, exploring John Lewis's prominent role in the Civil Rights Movement, particularly in Nashville. After the Freedom Riders' release from Parchman Penitentiary, Lewis gained a newfound public visibility, receiving significant recognition for his courage. His invitation to speak at the “Freedom Jubilee” in Pittsburgh was a testament to his growing influence. Despite the accolades, Lewis remained humble, stating that he felt he…-
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A Note About the Author
Héctor Tobar is a Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist and acclaimed novelist known for his significant contributions to literature and journalism. He is the author of several notable works, including the best-selling book, Deep Down Dark, which has garnered critical acclaim, along with The Last Great Road Bum, The Barbarian Nurseries, Translation Nation, and The Tattooed Soldier. In addition to his novels, Tobar serves as a contributing writer for the opinion section of The New York Times and is an…-
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Chapter II begins with Robert Stevenson stepping fully into his role as the singular engineer of the Northern Lighthouse Board after parting from his earlier partnership with Thomas Smith. From 1807 onward, Stevenson not only supervised the technical aspects of lighthouse design and construction but also assumed a quasi-familial responsibility for the well-being of the lighthouse staff. Isolated and often stationed far from society, lightkeepers lived in conditions that tested both their discipline and…-
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Chapter I - Memoir of Fleeming Jenkin begins with a detailed exploration of the Jenkin family’s rich historical roots in Kent, England, tracing their lineage back to the Tudor era. Their ancestry, extending through Welsh and Yorkshire branches, reveals a longstanding connection with civic responsibility and local leadership. William Jenkin, who served multiple times as Mayor of Folkestone, symbolizes the family’s influence, further demonstrated by their acquisition of Stowting Court—a manor that…-
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Chapter XV-For Greater Things
Chapter XV – For Greater Things captures the lasting influence of Stanislaus Kostka, whose brief yet extraordinary life stirred the spiritual imagination of Europe. Just weeks before reaching his eighteenth birthday, he passed away, and the news of his death spread quickly across Rome. Despite his obscurity in life—having held no public office, authored no theological texts, nor delivered great sermons—his sanctity was immediately evident to those who encountered him. The reverence he received after…-
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26. Divorce
Divorce became an unavoidable chapter in the lives of Justine and Elon Musk in 2008, as the foundation of their marriage crumbled under the immense pressure of personal loss, professional struggles, and fundamental differences in emotional needs. Their union had once thrived on ambition and shared dreams, but after the heartbreaking death of their first child, Nevada, their paths began to diverge. Seeking solace in expanding their family, they welcomed twins Griffin and Xavier, followed by triplets Kai,…-
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