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An epidemic of hunger: covid-19 and poverty

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Finding Solace in Diaries

This chapter examines the therapeutic power of reading diaries during difficult times, using historical examples like Samuel Pepys' writings during the plague. It reveals how personal reflections can highlight both the struggles of living through crises and the small joys that persist, offering readers a sense of connection and hope.

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