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Prof. Michael Katz - Crime and Punishment (6) - The empty glass

  Do you remember what he does right at the end of his speech?   just before he collapses, sort of collapses..  Anybody remember that part of his speech? That's the part I'm gonna read, so I don't want you to remember because you inherit in my version.    Here's where it starts., marmaladov  wanted to refill his glass but there was nothing left in the bottle, the bottle was empty.    Why should anyone feel sorry for you?  demanded The Tavern keeper who turned up next to them  Once again then there was a burst of laughter and even some cursing.  The listeners laughed and cursed.   And even those who weren't listening joined in, simply looking at the sorry sight of the former civil servant.    Sorry.....? why feel sorry for me? marmalad cried suddenly standing up his arms outstretched. Now genuinely inspired as if he'd been waiting for those words.  Why feel sorry for me you ask. No......