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NIGHT FOLK

by V.B Darkness

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Saint Anthony

"Saint Anthony" is a novella by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of love, longing, and the human condition through the story of a man named Anthony. Set in the picturesque countryside, the na...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Saint Patrick’s Day

"Saint Patrick’s Day" by Elizabeth Gordon is a charming children's book that explores the history and traditions surrounding this festive holiday. Through delightful illustrations an...

by Elizabeth Gordon

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Salomy Jane's Kiss

"Salomy Jane's Kiss" is a short story by Bret Harte that explores themes of love, identity, and social dynamics in the American West during the Gold Rush era. The narrative centers o...

by Bret Harte

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Sara's Way

"Sara's Way" by Lucy Maud Montgomery is a poignant tale that follows the journey of Sara, a spirited and imaginative young girl navigating the challenges of growing up. Set against the backdrop of ...

by Lucy Maud Montgomery

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Saved

"Saved" is a poignant short story by Rabindranath Tagore that explores themes of human connection, redemption, and the complexities of love. The narrative revolves around a chance encounter between...

by Rabindranath Tagore

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Saved by a Dolphin

"Saved by a Dolphin" is a captivating children’s book by James Baldwin that intertwines themes of adventure, friendship, and the wonders of nature. The story follows a young protagonist who, during...

by James Baldwin

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Saving the Birds

"Saving the Birds" is a poignant exploration of humanity's relationship with nature, penned by the renowned author James Baldwin. Through vivid storytelling and lyrical prose, Baldwin delves into t...

by James Baldwin

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Schalken the Painter

"Schalken the Painter" is a gothic novella by Joseph Thomas Sheridan Le Fanu, first published in 1839. The story weaves a haunting narrative centered around the life of a fictionalized version of t...

by Joseph Thomas Sheridan Le Fanu

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Scout

Broken soldier

by Steve Merson

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Scraps of Hibernian Ballads

"Scraps of Hibernian Ballads" is a collection of folk ballads and poems by Joseph Thomas Sheridan Le Fanu, an influential Irish writer known for his ghost stories and supernatural fiction. The work...

by Joseph Thomas Sheridan Le Fanu

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See Yup

"See Yup" is a short story by Bret Harte that captures the essence of life during the Gold Rush era in California. The narrative revolves around a Chinese immigrant, See Yup, who faces di...

by Bret Harte

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See, saw, seen

The bird I became.

by Feb Kirsten P Acierto

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Seeds of Love

He risked his freedom for the impossible love for an Egyptian woman. He smuggled forbidden seeds from Israel to a country where human life isn’t worth no more than a pack of cigarettes. Through Eri...

by Uri Jerzy Nachimson

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Selected problems in the theory of classical cellular automata

In the book we present certain results of the work we have done in the theory of Classical Cellular Automata (CA). At present, these results form an essential constituent of the CA problematics. In...

by V. Aladjev, M. Shishakov, V. Vaganov

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Self-Help

"Self-Help" by W. W. Jacobs is a humorous novella that explores the misadventures of its protagonist, a well-meaning but hapless character who navigates various challenges in his quest fo...

by W. W. Jacobs

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Semper Idem

"Semper Idem" by Jack London is a thought-provoking novella that explores the themes of identity, fate, and moral choice. Set against the backdrop of a changing society, the story delves into the c...

by Jack London

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Sentence Deferred

"Sentence Deferred" by W. W. Jacobs is a humorous short story that revolves around a witty and suspenseful plot involving mistaken identities and legal entanglements. The narrative follow...

by W. W. Jacobs

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Seraphed

I wonder from time to time what the future will bring-I sure hope this sin't our fate.

by Eloise Gibbens

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Serenity

This is my first short story and it comes from personal struggles and experience.

by Adrian Malcolm

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Shadows and Light

What if you were a vampire alone in the world, drifting through life after a couple decades of uncertainty. You aren't sure what you are looking for anymore. On a whim, you apply to volunteer ...

by Kaley Boddy

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Shadows of Exile

by Isaiah Torrence

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Shadows of the Heart

by Bridget Burt

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Shadows Of The Past

by Maseera and Nuha

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Shards of the Same Shattered Mirror

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Share and Share Alike

"Share and Share Alike" by Robert Barr is a comedic novel that explores themes of friendship, competition, and the intricacies of human relationships. The story revolves around a group of character...

by Robert Barr

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She left in the night

What happened to Alissa? Maria can't find an answer to that question. Years have passed since she met Alissa and Simone for the first time: on a party weekend in Turkey. Looking back to that trip,...

by V.M. Hill

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She Was Good for Nothing

She Was Good for Nothing is a touching novella by Hans Christian Andersen that focuses on the theme of societal class and unrequited love. It tells the story of a poor girl who is constantly belitt...

by Hans Christian Andersen

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She, her and I

An outlook on the different perceptions of ourselves and all the conversations that take place with in our heads.

by Bethel

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Shearing the Wolf

"Shearing the Wolf" is a short story by O. Henry that explores themes of deception and cleverness. Set against the backdrop of the American West, the tale revolves around a con man who de...

by O. Henry

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She’s finding peace

by La’shay Williams

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Shivi And Satty: And The Warriors Of Death

Satya, a 22-year-old boy, in the final year of his graduation gets anxiety attacks every time he thinks about his mother 's death until one day he finds himself in the company of Niru, a strange be...

by Anupama Gupta

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Shock Tatics

"Shock Tactics" by Hector Hugh Munro, also known by his pen name Saki, is a collection of intricate short stories that explore dark humor and the absurdities of Edwardian society. Munro's sharp wit...

by Hector Hugh Munro

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Shooting an Elephant

"Shooting an Elephant" is an essay by George Orwell, first published in the literary magazine New Writing in late 1936 and broadcast by the BBC Home Service on 12 October 1948.

by George Orwell

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Shrove Tuesday

"Shrove Tuesday" is a short story by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov that delves into the lives of its characters during the celebratory season leading up to Lent. The narrative centers around a group of f...

by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov

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Siddhartha

Siddhartha is a novel by Hermann Hesse that deals with the spiritual journey of self-discovery of a man named Siddhartha during the time of the Gautama Buddha. The book, Hesse's ninth novel, was wr...

by Hermann Hesse

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Sidewalkings

"Sidewalkings" is a collection of stories by Bret Harte that explores the diverse lives and vibrant characters of the American West during the 19th century. Known for his keen observation and rich ...

by Bret Harte

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Silence

by Amelia Davies

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Silent Betrayal

by M.N

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Silent Whispers of the Forest

A Tale of Love Beyond Sound

by Demonicfairy

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Simon's Papa

"Simon's Papa" by Guy de Maupassant is a poignant short story that explores themes of parental love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships. It narrates the story of Simon, a young boy w...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Simonides Rescued by the Gods

In Simonides Rescued by the Gods, Jean de La Fontaine presents an intriguing narrative about Simonides, a renowned poet from ancient Greece. The story revolves around a miraculous incident where Si...

by Jean de La Fontaine

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Sir Humphrey Gilbert

"Sir Humphrey Gilbert" by James Baldwin is a historical biography that explores the life and accomplishments of the English explorer and colonizer, Sir Humphrey Gilbert. Serving in the late 16th ce...

by James Baldwin

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Sir Philip Sidney

"Sir Philip Sidney" by James Baldwin is a biographical sketch that explores the life and literary contributions of the English poet and courtier Philip Sidney, a prominent figure of the Elizabethan...

by James Baldwin

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Sir Walter Raleigh

"Sir Walter Raleigh" by James Baldwin is a biographical account that explores the life and achievements of the English explorer, soldier, and writer Sir Walter Raleigh. The book delves into Raleigh...

by James Baldwin

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Skeletons

by Atlas Leslie Rose Parsons

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Skeletons

by Atlas Leslie Reo Parsons

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Skilled Assistance

"Skilled Assistance" by W. W. Jacobs is a humorous short story that explores the theme of miscommunication and unexpected consequences. Centered around the antics of a group of characters...

by W. W. Jacobs

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Sleepy

"Sleepy" is a poignant short story by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov that explores themes of isolation, fatigue, and the burden of mundane existence. Set in a rural setting, the narrative follows the expe...

by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov

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Small Fry

"Small Fry" is a short story by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov that delves into the complexities of human relationships and the nuances of childhood. The narrative follows a young boy who reflects on his ...

by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov

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Smoked Skipper

"Smoked Skipper" is a humorous short story by W. W. Jacobs that captures the essence of British humor and wit. It revolves around the entertaining misadventures of a group of fishing enthusiasts wh...

by W. W. Jacobs

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Snake Skins

Do Not Dilly-Dally

by Hellen Lam

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Snow-White and Rose-Red

"Snow-White and Rose-Red" is a German fairy tale from the Brothers Grimm that tells the story of two little girls living with their mother, a poor widow who had a little cottage full of love. One d...

by The Brothers Grimm

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Snowdrop

Snowdrop is a classic fairytale, known to many as Snow White, by The Brothers Grimm that tells the story of a beautiful young princess named Snowdrop. After her vain and wicked stepmother, the Quee...

by The Brothers Grimm

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Socrates and His House

"Socrates and His House" is a thought-provoking short story by James Baldwin that explores themes of identity, race, and the search for truth through the lens of a dialogue between characters refle...

by James Baldwin

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Software Etudes in the Mathematica

Systems of computer mathematics find more and more broad use in a number of natural, economical and social fields. One of leaders among means of this class undoubtedly is the Mathematica system. Th...

by V.Z. Aladjev, M.L. Shishakov

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SOLDIER CHIRPS

IT IS COLLECTION OF ABOUT 200 POEMS

by Hasmukh A.Mehta

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Sombras Blancas

This is a compilation of poems written during my high school course until today, in the deposit my wounds and demons leaving my deepest feelings or a madness alien to reality in the open air. These...

by Jorge Luis Diaz Granados Lugo

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Some Particulars Concerning a Lion

"Some Particulars Concerning a Lion" is a short story by Charles Dickens that presents a whimsical and humorous narrative centered around a lion who escapes from captivity and roams through the str...

by Charles Dickens

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Something

As a prolific writer of plays, travelogues, novels, and poems, Hans Christian Andersen is most renowned for his fairy tales. These include classics such as "The Little Mermaid," "The Ugly Duckling,...

by Hans Christian Andersen

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Sorrow

"Sorrow" is a poignant short story by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov that explores the themes of grief, isolation, and the human condition. The narrative follows a cart driver named Ivan, who is haunted b...

by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov

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Sound

by Kristin Andrews

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Soup From a Sausage Skewer

"Soup From a Sausage Skewer" by Hans Christian Andersen is a charming tale that showcases the author's talent for transforming ordinary items into magical objects. The book follows the adventures o...

by Hans Christian Andersen

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Speaking a Piece

"Speaking a Piece" is a compelling collection of essays and lectures by James Baldwin that explores the complexities of race, identity, and the human experience. Through his eloquent and powerful p...

by James Baldwin

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Spilled Milk

Whay happens when a villain finally achieves his end goal but can't finish the hero?

by Keona DOOLEY

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Spirits in the Sky

by W. P. Bergling

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Sredni Vashtar

"Sredni Vashtar" is a short story by Hector Hugh Munro, better known by his pen name Saki. It follows the tale of a young boy named Conradin, who lives with his tyrannical guardian, Mrs. de Ropp. T...

by Hector Hugh Munro

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St. Peter Inc.

by Cash Whitney

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Stable Perfume

"Stable Perfume," originally titled "Le Parfum de l'écurie," is a short story by the renowned French writer Guy de Maupassant. The narrative explores themes of love, desire, and societal norms thro...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Stairs

by Kristin Andrews

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Star Island

Star Island is a 2010 novel by Carl Hiaasen, released on Tuesday, July 27, 2010. The novel takes its name from Star Island in Miami Beach, Florida, where part of the story takes place. Ann DeLusia...

by Carl Hiaasen

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Starlings and the heron

I wrote this story, to make the reader feel something through my storytelling, this is actually the prologue to a larger more in-depth novel I am currently in the process of writing.

by Kamsi Boghean

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Steve: The Adventure Bear

It is a short story about an Adventurous Bear named who overcomes moving on.

by Matthew Aaron Hickok Jr.

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Steve: The Adventure Bear

A story of friendship, acceptance, and moving on.

by Matthew Aaron Hickok Jr.

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Sticks, Stones and Pulpits

Join Eli Coleman on a heartwarming journey of faith, forgiveness, and redemption in "Sticks, Stones and Pulpits." Delve into a gripping tale of a young black man's struggle with doub...

by Anna Dau

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Stories of Lough Guir

"Stories of Lough Guir" is a captivating collection of supernatural tales by Joseph Thomas Sheridan Le Fanu, a prominent Irish writer known for his mastery of Gothic fiction. Set against the eerie ...

by Joseph Thomas Sheridan Le Fanu

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Story about a sentient being..

by Hrithika pal

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Story about “dramatisation and how this quality can ruin your summer”

In this essay i would like to admit, that every person should catch themselves by the thought , that includes dramatically including in it, while the situation seems to strangers like something not...

by Sophie Korneeva

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Story of a Victim of Human Trafficking

I am my family saviour, so I thought

by Sobaloju Adedunmola

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Story of the Humming Bird

"Story of the Humming Bird" by Julia Darrow Cowles is a beautifully illustrated children's book that explores the fascinating life and characteristics of hummingbirds. Through poetic...

by Julia Darrow Cowles

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Stranded

by Ellia Barton

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Stranded

by Maddie Farewell

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Strange Event in the Life of Schalken the Painter

"Strange Event in the Life of Schalken the Painter" is a haunting short story by Joseph Thomas Sheridan Le Fanu, first published in 1839. The tale revolves around the life of the fictitio...

by Joseph Thomas Sheridan Le Fanu

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Stressful Bliss

by Scott Davis

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Strong Impressions

"Strong Impressions" is a collection of short stories by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov that showcases the author's masterful ability to capture the complexities of human emotions and relationships. Throu...

by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov

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Subha

"Subha" is a poignant short story by Rabindranath Tagore that explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the complexities of human emotions. The narrative centers around the life of a young girl named...

by Rabindranath Tagore

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Suicides

"Suicides" is a collection of short stories by French author Guy de Maupassant, known for his keen psychological insights and masterful storytelling. In these tales, Maupassant delves into themes o...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Sundays of a Bourgeois

"Sundays of a Bourgeois" by Guy de Maupassant is a short story that explores the life of a wealthy bourgeois family in 19th-century France. The narrative delves into the monotony and superficiality...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Sunset's Gentle Glow

Sunset's Gentle Glow: A Serene Twilight's Embrace This captures the peaceful and calming atmosphere of the poem, emphasizing the soothing qualities of a beautiful sunset.

by Diane Benjamin

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Surprising Adventures of Master Charles Summerton

"The Surprising Adventures of Master Charles Summerton" by Bret Harte is a captivating tale centered on the young and imaginative Charles Summerton, who embarks on a series of unexpected escapades ...

by Bret Harte

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Sweetheart Roland

"Sweetheart Roland" by The Brothers Grimm is a dark fairy tale that depicts a classic struggle between good and evil. A wicked witch desires to kill her stepdaughter in jealousy, but the ...

by The Brothers Grimm

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Swing

Following a young boy building a tire swing

by Nasen Slivers

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Symbolism of the Red Fern

A Grandmother’s Legacy

by Hailey Richards

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Symphony of Seasons

by Brittany Waller

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Synthetic Biology and Genetic Engineering: Towards the Creation of a Living Insect.

The creation of a living insect involves intricate knowledge of genetics, molecular biology, developmental biology, and synthetic biology. These fields collectively provide the tools and understand...

by Jeremy Miller

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