the roamerLikewise, few know that shadows can be detached. Not surprisingly, money is involved. Here's the key moment in what is known as the Schlemil transaction:
"I have beheld with admiration your most beautiful shadow, and remarked the air of noble indifference with which you turn from the glorious picture at your feet. Excuse the boldness of my proposal; but perhaps you would have no objection to sell me your shadow?"
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