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Illustration by Karyna Piwowarska
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Chess

A short story—seemingly without sense, but full of meaning
Matthew Coachinger
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Even a supercomputer dreams of losing to someone smarter once in a while.

One night, I was wandering the corridors of the science institute where I worked as a porter, when I came across an unfamiliar door, from behind which shone a sapphire light. Enticed by the glow, I opened the door and went inside. The room was cool, air-conditioned, and very spacious, filled with rows of metal

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Hieronymus Bosch, “The Garden of Earthly Delights,” triptych, 220 x 390 cm. Prado Museum, Madrid
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Hieronymus on How to See in the New Year
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Many myths and contrived overinterpretations have sprung up around Hieronymus Bosch’s triptych “The Garden of Earthly Delights.” However, the latest research—conducted after hours by the editors of Przekrój—suggests that one shouldn’t seek sophisticated esoteric teachings in the Dutch master’s painting. Earthly delights mean just that, and more specifically, a rather successful New Year’s Eve party. With the help of simple symbols, Bosch conveys the basic principles of ensuring a carefree, happy transition into the next twelve-month cycle.

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