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Regular maps have few surprises: their contour lines reveal where the Andes are, and are reasonably clear. More precious, though, are the unpublished ...more

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The previously unloved may find it hard to believe that they are now loved; that is such a miracle, they feel; such a miracle.

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It was time to take the pumpkin out of the pot and eat it. In the final analysis, that was what solved these big problems of life. You could think and...more

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We act out our lives to a soundtrack, thought Isabel, the music that becomes, for a spell, out favourite and is listened to again and again until it s...more

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There was a great deal of progress being made, right under their noses, particularly in Africa, and this progress was good. Life was much harder for t...more

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No plaque reminds the passer-by of these glories, although there should be one; for those who invent biscuits bring great pleasure to many.