Synopsis

Professor Eldridge possessed a peculiar way of encouraging participation. He’d often cite Plato, subtly suggesting that a little strategic interpretation could be a virtue. For Ivan, a student burdened by agoraphobia, this was particularly helpful; the abstract nature of philosophy offered a safe distance from the pressure of the classroom. And yet, Eldridge seemed to find an unexpected interest in the mother of another student, a quiet observation that hinted at something more. Elsewhere, Br