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The chapter consists solely of endnotes providing brief explanations: one identifies a fortress for political prisoners, and another defines a slang term for St.

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The chapter consists solely of endnotes providing brief explanations: one identifies a fortress for political prisoners, and another defines a slang term for St. Petersburg.

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Key passages

  • “A fortress for political prisoners.”

    A prison fortress used to detain individuals imprisoned for political reasons.

    Clarifies the purpose of the fortress mentioned in the text.

  • “A slang term for St. Petersburg.”

    An informal or colloquial name for the city of St. Petersburg.

    Defines a local slang term for the city.