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Tom Ciorciari's avatar

Man, this is some damn fine writing. Compelling. I’m not big on the Civil War, but I do dig tales of how everyday life was once upon a time. The Americana of it. How our cities used to be nothing more than big towns. You paint such wonderfully vivid pictures. I was sitting right there on that train, looking out in the countryside. Thanks again for doing this. For sharing your words. Already looking forward to part III.

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Taryn Phillips-Quinn's avatar

Great continuation

from part one! I really like the switch from Deviney’s story in the past to your own experience with a thief in the present. Makes the exploration of thievery more relevant. I find this tale fascinating as I am obsessed with trying to find out personal details about my Civil War era ancestors. I’m really digging this piece as installments. Looking forward to the next one. Good work!

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