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14.24: Political Intrigue

Writing Excuses

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The importance of metaphorical chess and limited information in political intrigue

Exploring the concept of metaphorical chess in storytelling and its connection to political intrigue, the speakers discuss how the audience's investment in the story doesn't require complete visibility of the entire board. They also delve into the idea of political intrigue involving limited movement while others possess the full picture, concluding with a book recommendation set in a fantastical world inspired by Indian history and mythology.

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