excerpts

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Valentin harbors literary aspirations—we read excerpts of his unfinished memoir—but Mr. Bošković emphasizes the contrast between the power and “unequivocalness” of the state and the sensitivity of the artist.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

It began with Childs, who was dancer, choreographer and reciter in Glass’ “Einstein on the Beach,” sharing excerpts from that seminal Glass/Wilson music theater masterpiece.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

During his questioning on May 4, old journals he kept from years ago took center stage, with Musk's lawyer highlighting some of the most embarrassing excerpts.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

Here are four key excerpts from the near-1,000 word letter and what they may mean.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

By that time, however, stories about the dead hiker, including excerpts from his diary, had been given prominent play in newspapers across the country.

From "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer