
The Rest of The Story - Redux
The Constant: A History of Getting Things Wrong
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The Great Wall Hoax
This chapter recounts the strange true story of Frank C. Lewis, who, while drunk, unintentionally revealed a plan to buy and demolish part of the Great Wall of China, triggering outrage and historical repercussions. It also examines the sensationalism of 19th-century journalism, highlighting how competition among newspapers led to fabrications that shaped public perception and history.
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