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Bach

This composer, whose work is regarded as standard repertoire for multiple instruments, is a key part of the traditional Euro-American musical canon.

Bees

Featuring prominently in the novel, these insects are often held up as models of cooperation, industry, and matriarchy.

Bozza

This composer, whose work allows particular agreement and closeness between two characters in the novel, is regarded as an underappreciated genius.

Cello

This instrument is noted for the richness of its sound and its broad playing range, as well as for an extensive repertoire.

Fencing

This sport serves as a major family-building focus for some characters in the text.

Hockey

This sport serves as a major community-building focus for several of the characters in the novel.

Mulligan

A “do-over,” this term speaks to second chances, offers of which pervade the novel.

New Hampshire

This New England state, primary milieu of the novel, is notable for...

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