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Chapter 14 opens with Campbell reflecting on an unsettling chain of events that follows the arrival of disturbing letters, drawing unwanted attention to his past. It’s a week after he first received the correspondence, and Campbell, uneasy and agitated, attempts to visit Jones, the publisher of a controversial newspaper, in hopes of persuading him to retract a story about him that had been causing significant distress. However, upon arriving at Jones’ location, Campbell finds that Jones is not present,…-
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Part 1 of Blood Meridian introduces the protagonist, a young boy, who is already burdened by loss and violence before he even embarks on his journey. Born under the dramatic spectacle of a meteor shower, the boy’s early years are marked by tragedy, especially the death of his mother, which leaves a deep emotional scar. Raised by a neglectful father—a former schoolteacher who now spends his days drowning in alcohol—the boy’s formative years are devoid of nurturing or stability. His father, a…-
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Part 22 begins with the protagonist walking through the shadowed streets, his eyes drawn to a lonely and decaying tavern. The scene is quiet and unsettling, and before he knows it, soldiers arrive and seize him. He is soon locked in a cell, where his thoughts grow restless and consumed by the memories of the violent past that have led him here. The actions of his life, filled with bloodshed and loss, are haunting him, and his jailers take notice of his increasingly agitated state. Just as his mind is…-
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Chapter 17: The Bullfrog
Chapter 17: The Bullfrog delves into the challenges faced by the Ahavat Achim congregation in Pottstown, especially in the wake of Chona's hospitalization. The temple, a historical structure built by Chona's father, begins to unravel with the arrival of new Hungarian members, one of whom, Mr. Hudson, discovers a giant bullfrog in the mikvah. Infuriated, he promises a significant donation for the construction of a new mikvah, demanding that it be twice the size of the original and made of Carrara marble.…-
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Narin is introduced in the year 2014, near the River Tigris, where she eagerly anticipates the arrival of her cousins from Germany. Her family, originally from Turkey, is filled with joy as they prepare to welcome them. Narin, while impressed by her cousins’ fluent German, takes pride in her unique heritage and the special talents passed down through her grandmother. Her grandmother, an esteemed member of their community, has inherited the rare skill of dowsing, using her connection with the earth to…-
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Narin’s journey takes a dark and painful turn in 2014, as she is forcefully taken from her home and transported along with other women and children in a truck heading toward Mosul. Overcome by an overwhelming sense of fear, helplessness, and confusion, Narin finds herself struggling to cope with the chaotic and brutal situation unfolding around her. However, as they journey through unfamiliar lands, memories of her grandmother’s teachings about wild herbs begin to surface, offering her a brief but…
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Chapter 17: Ruthie
Chapter 17: Ruthie begins with the serene passing of Joe on a Sunday morning, his final moments marked by peace and quietude. Surrounded by the love of his family, Joe’s departure, though heavy with sorrow, was filled with the warmth of those he held dear. Leah, struck by the profound sense of loss, clung to Joe’s hand, tears streaming down her face as she kissed his hand, mourning the brother she would never again share her life with. Mae and the narrator, well-versed in the hardships of life and…-
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About the Author: Kaliane Bradley is a British-Cambodian writer and editor who has gained significant attention for her insightful and evocative storytelling. Based in London, she has built a reputation for crafting engaging short fiction that explores the intricacies of human experience, identity, and culture. Bradley’s literary work has appeared in a variety of well-regarded platforms, including Somesuch Stories, The Willowherb Review, Electric Literature, Catapult, and Extra Teeth. Her stories…-
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Chapter 25 begins with the protagonist and Resi casually making their way back toward their attic after a long evening. Their walk is aimless and filled with small interactions, as they take their time to talk and occasionally stop for drinks, allowing the night to unfold without much haste or urgency. In a local bar, Resi steps away to the ladies’ room, leaving the protagonist alone with a local barfly who, noticing his quiet demeanor, decides to engage him in conversation. The barfly, with a certain…
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Part 7
Part 7 of Blood Meridian delves into the complex and tense relationships among the men in the group as they navigate the barren mountain landscapes. Among them, two men named Jackson, one black and one white, are at the center of an uncomfortable dynamic. The white man attempts to engage with the black man, but his efforts are met with clear resistance, highlighting the racial tensions that seem to shadow their interactions. The black man’s discomfort is palpable, and the white man, seeking some relief…-
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