The Irony of it All
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A dark, foreboding tale told from the perspective of an intelligent slave on a wealthy merchants vessel that runs aground on a voyage home. Set during the ancient Roman/Greek era, this short story is a tragic recount of an imprisoned slaves death and the 'irony of it all'
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