How does the use of sparse, poetic language deepen the emotional impact of the story?
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The Crossing

The Crossing
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How does the use of sparse, poetic language deepen the emotional impact of the story?
Did anyone else feel the sense of moral ambiguity in the protagonist's decisions?
What inspired the author to set this story against the backdrop of American history?