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How Losing Everything In A Wildfire Led Pico Iyer To Seek Silence

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This chapter reflects on the journey of an individual who embarks on a quest for silence and contemplation in a Benedictine monastery, only to be confronted by the devastation of a wildfire. Through their memoir, the narrative explores the balance between spiritual resilience and the impact of personal tragedy.

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