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Front Matter and One

· The following version of this novel was used to create this Lesson Plan: Clark, P. Djèlí. Ring Shout, or Hunting Ku Kluxes in the End Times. E-book, Tor, 2020.

· Following dedications and an epigraph, One begins with Maryse looking down at a Klan rally, describing it in detail and musing on its openness: “I hear them first Klans after the Civil War hid behind pillowcases and flour sacks to do their mischief” (11).

· The festive trappings of the Klan rally are detailed, as is the presence of monsters among the people.

· Maryse starts as Sadie settles in to open fire from the rooftop, and she assesses her position.

· Chef opines about her wartime experiences, and discussion ensues of how the three will proceed.

· Descriptions of the three follow as they confer and wait to enact their plan, which involves baiting Ku Kluxes—the monsters, distinct...

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