What inspired the choice to set this story during a specific historical period?
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Death and the Dervish

Death and the Dervish
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What inspired the choice to set this story during a specific historical period?
Did anyone else feel the protagonist's internal struggle was so intense it felt almost spiritual?
How do you interpret the symbolism of death in the story — is it more about literal death or a metaphor for loss of faith or identity?