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Gelatin's Social History
- Gelatin was a high-class food in the late 1800s due to its complex production process.
- It later transitioned to a common food preservative before becoming a staple in jello salads.
The Duel and Avern
- Severian accepts a duel challenge from a masked figure via an avern seed.
- Avern, derived from Avernus, means "without birds," linking to the Lake of Birds in the story.
Severian's Characterization of Agia
- Severian's characterization of Agia is key to understanding his reliability and culpability.
- The relationship between Severian, Agia, and Agilus is a crucial aspect of the book.