The Plow That Broke the Plains

A gloomy short story I wrote for a fiction class at my college, inspired by the works of musicians Dan Barrett & Tim Macuga (Have A Nice Life, Giles Corey, Planning for Burial, etc.), and soon to be published in said college's annual literary journal. Prior knowledge of Dan & Tim's work isn't necessary for understanding or enjoying the story, though I tend to think that it enhances some of the symbolism seen throughout.

All four "chapters" were originally written as a single work, and are intended to be experienced as such. Although there are still minor aspects I would like to go back and change, I've decided to preserve this story (faults and all) in the state it was when it was accepted for publication.