[s1e9] 'faith' Is A Fine Invention -

: When things are going well, it’s easy to have faith in the grander scheme of things.

: Adding to the episode's heavy stakes, Sue discovers she is pregnant, further complicating her upcoming marriage to Austin. Why This Episode Matters [S1E9] 'Faith' Is a Fine Invention

: While Emily faces tragedy, we see Lavinia embracing her own form of rebellion—giving Joseph a "19th-century naked selfie" (a nude sketch of herself). : When things are going well, it’s easy

: When a crisis hits, blind faith often feels insufficient compared to the "prudence" of tangible, scientific evidence. Key Moments & Takeaways : When things are going well

However, the beauty of the eclipse is quickly eclipsed by Ben’s deteriorating health. As he grows worse, Emily is forced to confront the central tension of her poem: