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The Drunken Odyssey with John King: A Podcast About the Writing Life

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Memory and Mourning in Istanbul

This chapter delves into the emotional landscape of a narrative focused on the final moments of a murdered woman in Istanbul, highlighting the power of memory and chosen relationships. It intertwines themes of isolation, the significance of companionship, and the complex realities faced by marginalized individuals, framed against the poignant backdrop of a unique cemetery for the forgotten.

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