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Chapter 2: Alice
The chapter explores the remarkable memory and cognitive abilities of elephants, challenging the common perception of the phrase "memory like an elephant" as mere cliché. It begins with an anecdote about an Asian elephant in Thailand that accurately returned shoes to the correct children, demonstrating their ability to recognize and remember individual items. This example sets the stage for a deeper discussion on how elephants retain complex information, suggesting their memory is not just a myth but a…-
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Chapter 19: Virgil
The chapter opens with Virgil reflecting on a pivotal moment when Thomas Metcalf's violent reaction to a pebble necklace revealed a rare clarity in his otherwise unstable demeanor. Virgil, now in his office, grapples with physical discomfort—initially dismissed as heartburn but possibly linked to a growing intuition about the case. His workspace is cluttered with meticulously arranged evidence from old police files, suggesting his renewed dedication to uncovering the truth behind Nevvie Ruehl's death,…-
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Chapter 18: Alice
The chapter follows Alice, an elephant researcher, as she observes Kagiso, a pregnant elephant whose impending birth becomes a focal point in her life. Alice reflects on her own unnoticed pregnancy, drawing parallels between her emotional state and the elephants she studies. Her work, once energizing, now feels routine, and she finds herself constantly thinking of Thomas, a colleague who left for another continent. Their connection, though distant, persists through scholarly exchanges, with unspoken…-
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Chapter 17: Jenna
Jenna is walking along a state highway when Serenity pulls up in her car, offering her a ride home. Jenna hesitates, reluctant to engage in a conversation about Virgil, whose presence or opinions she clearly resents. Their interaction is interrupted by a police officer, leading to a tense but brief exchange. Jenna eventually gets into Serenity’s cluttered car, where she folds a dollar bill into an elephant—a skill her mother taught her. This act sparks a reflection on her complicated feelings about her…-
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Chapter 16: Alice
The chapter "Alice" from *Leaving Time* explores the profound maternal instincts and communal care systems of elephants, drawing parallels to human parenting. The narrator reflects that elephants might be the best mothers in nature, attributing their patience and devotion to the extended two-year pregnancy period. Elephant calves are cherished and indulged, allowed to behave mischievously without reprimand, highlighting the unconditional love and protection they receive. The bond between mother and calf is…-
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Chapter 15: Serenity
The chapter "Serenity" explores themes of protective instinct and hidden violence through a tense confrontation. The narrator reflects on hysterical strength—extraordinary acts of power triggered by adrenaline in life-threatening situations—citing examples like a mother lifting a car to save her child. This concept becomes reality when Thomas Metcalf strikes his daughter Jenna, prompting the narrator to instinctively shield her. The moment reveals a maternal protectiveness the narrator didn’t know…-
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Chapter 14: Alice
The chapter begins with Alice recounting a story told to her by Owen the bush vet about researchers attempting to collar a female elephant. After darting the elephant, the herd formed two concentric circles around her, with the outer circle facing outward protectively. The inner circle, hidden from view, was heard rustling and snapping branches. When the herd eventually stepped away, the darted elephant was found covered in soil and branches, a behavior typically seen in elephants masking the scent of…-
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Chapter 13: Jenna
Jenna visits her father, Thomas Metcalf, at a mental health institution with purple walls, accompanied by Serenity and Virgil. Upon arrival, they encounter an unfamiliar nurse and hear Thomas shouting in distress. Jenna rushes to his room, where he is being restrained by orderlies for aggressively protecting an empty cereal box he believes contains vital research. Jenna calms him by validating his delusion, and the orderlies release him once he complies. The chaotic scene reveals Thomas’s unstable mental…-
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Chapter 12: Alice
The chapter opens with the death of Mmaabo, a matriarch elephant, observed by the researcher Alice. Mmaabo's herd, particularly her daughter Onalenna, attempts to revive her, displaying behaviors that suggest grief, such as prodding her body and vocalizing distress. Another unrelated elephant, Sethunya, arrives and performs a solemn, swaying ritual over Mmaabo’s body, further hinting at cross-herd mourning. Alice meticulously documents these interactions, noting the elephants' unique identifiers and…-
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Chapter 11: Serenity
The chapter "Serenity" explores the narrator's complex relationship with her psychic abilities and the profound grief following her mother's death. Despite achieving fame and success as a psychic, the narrator couldn't foresee her mother's terminal illness. She describes showering her mother with luxuries—a Malibu bungalow, celebrity encounters, and extravagant gifts—yet these couldn't shield her from the pain of watching her mother wither away. The loss left her emotionally shattered, forcing her to…-
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