Luck and Legends: Stories of Fortune and Misfortune

This chapter explores the lighthearted yet poignant tales of luck through the lens of the Spanish lottery El Gordo and the communal spirit of the town of Sodeto. It highlights the contrasting narratives of celebration and loss, including the heroism and subsequent tragedy surrounding Richard Jewell during the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. The discussion ultimately shifts to the extraordinary claims of a man labeled 'the luckiest man in the world,' raising questions about media sensationalism and the nature of truth in storytelling.