Dedicated to all my students

Who helped me build the class upon which this book is based.

Who challenged me when I was wrong,

And forgave me when I was right.

Who laughed with me at the endless insanity of the human condition,

And sat with me in “silent wonder” for a moment at the beauty of our predicament.

But most of all, who became the lifelong friends and colleagues I’ll cherish and admire

For the rest of my days.

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