Kaveh Akbar, once a 23-year-old alcoholic, recounts a life-altering incident where he shattered his pelvis while riding a bicycle drunk. After this near-death experience, he considers it a minor miracle that he survived, which instilled a sense of purpose in him. Thirteen years later, despite his success as a poet and the recent publication of his debut novel, 'Martyr!', he continues to deal with the physical repercussions of that day. Akbar reflects on the interplay between pain and creativity in his life, emphasizing the importance of resilience and deeper meaning in survival.
Akbar recalls the moment he shattered his pelvis, emphasizing the minor miracles that indicate his survival, yet acknowledging that pain continues to define his life.
Reflecting on his life, Akbar believes he owes his existence to something beyond control, illustrated by his journey from alcoholism to publishing his first novel.
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