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Narin and her Grandma had settled into a quiet routine by the River Tigris in 2014, finding peace in nature after their move to Zêrav to stay with relatives. The pair often sought solace by sitting on a large rock near the river, reflecting on the surroundings that had once been filled with life and prosperity. The area, once home to bustling eateries with the aroma of grilled fish, particularly masgouf, now appeared desolate, with buildings decaying and forgotten. Narin, as per her religious beliefs,…-
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Narin awakens to a devastating sight in the village of Zêrav—a sight that marks the beginning of an unthinkable nightmare. The sacred water sources that her people have relied on for generations have been poisoned overnight. Thousands of bags filled with pesticides and other harmful substances litter the landscape, making the water undrinkable and leaving the villagers without access to essential resources. Desperation sets in as several men from the village head to a nearby Yazidi settlement in search…
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Narin is caught in a desperate struggle for survival in the harsh landscape surrounding Sinjar Mountain, an area deeply sacred to the Yazidi people. The mountain, long considered a living entity in ancient Mesopotamian culture, is more than just a physical feature to the Yazidis; it is a symbol of their connection to the divine and their refuge from danger. The belief in the mountain’s sacredness stems from its role as a bridge between earth and the heavens, a place of shelter during times of great…
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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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Narin resides in a dilapidated cinderblock house beside the River Tigris in 2014, a place of despair where her daily life is steeped in violence and suffering. The militant group surrounding her has just suffered a major defeat, and their frustration is palpable. Among the chaos, Narin serves the commanders and their fellow militants, performing menial tasks like scrubbing pots while a palpable sense of frustration hangs in the air. Her thoughts are interrupted by the abuse of two newly acquired Yazidi…
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Epilogue: The Call Out
In the epilogue of The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store, the Koffler brothers, Hirshel and Yigel, find themselves adjusting to their new life in America. As Jewish refugees from Austria, their fresh start is marked by their work as brakemen on the Pennsylvania Railroad’s freight train, the Tanker Toad, which transports coal from Berwyn to the Pennhurst hospital. The year is 1936, and on Memorial Day weekend, they encounter a perplexing scene. A tall, lanky African American man holds a crying child in…-
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Epigraph
Epigraph begins with the timeless wisdom of Ovid, focusing on the theme of persistence and the transformative power of consistent effort. Ovid uses the image of water slowly wearing away stone, an enduring metaphor for how gradual, steady progress can achieve remarkable results over time. The concept of persistence is central here—suggesting that life’s challenges can often be surmounted not through sudden, forceful actions but through the quiet, unyielding march of time and effort. This wisdom reminds…-
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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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Dedication
The chapter provided is a dedication, which consists of a brief message acknowledging Sy Friend and his teachings on Tikkun Olam. Here's the shortened version, still adhering to the original style and content: --- To Sy Friend, who taught all of us the meaning of Tikkun Olam. --- This retains the original intention and significance of the dedication while meeting the specified…-
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Dedication
Dedication to understanding the intricate relationship between women and fiction marks the opening of this insightful chapter. The writer, when approached to comment on the topic, refuses to offer a standard or expected response. Instead, they find solace by the riverbank, taking time to reflect on the meaning of these words, allowing contemplation to take precedence over a hurried response. This thoughtful approach to the question of women and fiction introduces readers to the complex relationship between…-
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