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Review: Science Fiction Short Story: "A Scientist Rises" by Harry Bates and D. W. Hall

Siduri @msiduri (5687) • United States 5 Jan 17

It is a hot day in New York City, so hot that everyone has their windows open and the children play in the fountain in Washington Square. A man opens a door to one of the houses lining the square and steps out. Gray-haired, he...

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Ghost Story Review: "The Tale of the Porcelain God" by Lafcadio Hearn

Siduri @msiduri (5687) • United States 25 Jun 16

The language of the sad tale is beautiful and lyric. “Who first of men discovered the secret of the Kao-ling, of the Pe-tun-tse—the bones and the flesh, the skeletons and the skin, of the beauteous Vase? Who first...

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Science Fiction Short Story Review: "Cully" by Jack Egan

Siduri @msiduri (5687) • United States 19 Jun 16

Under 80 feet of black water, Cully is still breathing. It takes him a while to realize he can move. Gold sand sifts through the black water when he moves his arm. He finds the color pleasant. In addition to his breathing, he...

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reality vs perception

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Would you sacrifice your own happiness and freedom?

cheatedaphrodite @cheatedaphrodite (810) • Philippines 29 Jun 10

You found out that your partner cheated and you and you wanted to end your relationship because you lose trust, respect and love for him but you are uncertain since you have kids connecting both of you. What will you do? Will you...

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Have anyone seen Seven Pounds yet?

natuser28 @natuser28 (907) • United States 22 Dec 08

Can this be a reality where someone can self sacrifice themselves into helping others by donating their organs even in a situation like this is a suicide? What is your opinion?

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