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Editor’s Note
Editor's Note provides insight into the American edition of Howard W. Campbell, Jr.'s confessions, diving deep into the complexities of Campbell’s dual identity as a writer and an individual accused of severe crimes. Campbell, a playwright with modest success, is depicted as a person adept at manipulating truth to serve his artistic purposes. This dynamic presents a profound dichotomy: while Campbell’s fabrications may deceive, they can also embody a unique form of truth that deeply resonates with…-
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In Chapter 31 of Mother Night, the protagonist reflects on a crucial gathering in the basement of Dr. Jones’ house, where a group called the Iron Guard of the White Sons of the American Constitution meets. The group consists of twenty young men, all blonde and tall, each of them wearing suits with a gold ribbon threaded through a buttonhole on their right lapels. This unique marker allows the group members to identify one another discreetly, creating an unspoken bond between them. Dr. Jones points out…
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Part 10
Part 10 of Blood Meridian details the continued journey of Glanton and his group as they make their way through the unforgiving terrain of the mountains. The harsh landscape is unforgiving as they gather around fires made from highland driftwood, seeking shelter from the cold of the vast wilderness. The kid, seated cross-legged, repairs his gear with a borrowed awl from Tobin, the expriest. Tobin, who notices the kid’s aptitude for such tasks, points out that while the kid may lack the worldly experience…-
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Part Two:ii
The chapter opens with Eilis at home, eagerly awaiting deliveries she ordered as a surprise for her mother. When the delivery men arrive with a fridge, washing machine, and cooker, the neighbors watch curiously. However, it quickly becomes apparent that Eilis did not consult her mother beforehand. The house remains unchanged after twenty years, lacking modern appliances, which motivated Eilis's gesture. Her mother, however, is taken aback and confused by the unexpected arrival of these large items,…-
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Radio
The chapter "Radio" follows young Werner and his sister Jutta as they discover a broken radio in the refuse behind a storage shed. Werner, an eight-year-old boy with a keen curiosity, recognizes the device despite never having touched one before. Together, they carefully clean and examine the radio, though it initially fails to function. Other children dismiss it as hopeless, but Werner remains determined, spending hours studying its components in his attic dormer. His persistence hints at his innate…-
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Etienne
The chapter opens with Marie-Laure, a blind girl, discovering a trail of seashells leading to her great-uncle Etienne's room on the fifth floor. The shells, carefully placed, guide her to his door, where she hears the faint sounds of multiple pianos playing. Upon entering, she finds his room surprisingly fresh, smelling of soap and books, unlike the expected mustiness of an elderly person's space. Etienne greets her warmly, his voice soft and comforting, and apologizes for not meeting her sooner, setting…-
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Proposal
The chapter "Proposal" depicts a gathering of women in Madame Manec's kitchen, where Marie-Laure listens as they vent their frustrations about life under occupation. The women complain about rationing, rising prices, and the oppressive presence of German soldiers, their grievances ranging from trivial inconveniences like poor-quality fingernail varnish to deeper injustices like exorbitant taxes on wedding rings. Their conversations oscillate between humor and despair, revealing the psychological toll of…-
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The chapter opens with Marie-Laure, a blind sixteen-year-old, receiving a birthday gift from her great-uncle Etienne. The present, wrapped in newsprint and twine, turns out to be two Braille books: Jules Verne's *Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea*, split into Part One and Part Two. This moment is particularly poignant, as it has been over three years since Marie-Laure last read Braille, yet she immediately recognizes the titles. Overwhelmed with emotion, she embraces Etienne, who explains that the…
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Visitor
The chapter "Visitor" depicts von Rumpel, a desperate and ailing German officer, reflecting on his futile search for the elusive Sea of Flames diamond. As he drinks spoiled wine in a ruined house, he berates himself for his mistakes, imagining scenarios where the diamond might have slipped through his grasp—hidden in a museum, stolen by a perfumer, or even discarded by the old man. His obsession with the gem is overshadowed by his deteriorating health, symbolized by the "murderous bloom" inside him,…-
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Chapter III begins with a curious tone, as the surreal remnants of a dream linger in the mind of a man who otherwise lives in the realm of logic and literature. What appears to be a whimsical figment—a fairy tale carried into wakefulness—becomes the opening thread of something unexpectedly meaningful. Sylvestre Bonnard, though a man of letters and rational thought, finds joy in recounting this strange dream to Madame de Gabry. Her lighthearted response doesn’t dismiss it, but embraces the idea that…-
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