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Decoding the Sunrise Title: David Hume’s Other Lesson

Posted on March 21, 2026 by Tom Paradis

More than a reference to a literal sunrise on reaping day, Collins’ brilliant title manages to tap into one of the most famous philosophical arguments from the Enlightenment Era. While the lion’s share of attention probably focuses on Scottish philosopher David Hume’s concept of… Continue Reading “Decoding the Sunrise Title: David Hume’s Other Lesson”

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The Mysterious Maysilee Donner: Unexpected Skills, Covey Connections, and that Orange Paint

Posted on May 12, 2025 by Tom Paradis

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WARNING: SPOILERS AHEAD for Sunrise on the Reaping If any character in Sunrise is going to steal the show, as they say, Maysilee is a likely contender. Part of Haymitch’s purpose in this story, it seems, is to help unfold Maysilee’s own backstory and… Continue Reading “The Mysterious Maysilee Donner: Unexpected Skills, Covey Connections, and that Orange Paint”

Category: Maysilee Donner, Sunrise on the ReapingTags: Covey, Donner Sweetshop, Hunger Games prequels, Lenore Dove, Maysilee Donner, Maysilee's grandmother, Sunrise on the Reaping