LovelyMay
Stories
93
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Reading
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Chapter XVI: How Lazaro Decided to Marry Again begins with a glimpse into Lazaro’s renewed hope, sparked by an unexpected shift in his luck. After years of enduring hardship, he finds himself no longer driven solely by survival but by the idea that perhaps destiny has finally turned in his favor. He reflects on the ironies of life, where the undeserving seem to rise effortlessly while the thoughtful and cautious are often left with nothing. His belief that fate has wronged him repeatedly is a theme that…-
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Bibliography listings often reveal more than just sources—they map the intellectual landscape that surrounds a text. In the case of Lazarillo de Tormes, the bibliography reflects a century-long conversation across academic disciplines, national borders, and literary frameworks. From early 20th-century philological studies to mid-century cultural analyses, these works emphasize the novel’s transformation from a once-censored book to a celebrated cornerstone of Spanish literature. Scholars such as…
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Preface introduces the life and spirit of Saint Stanislaus Kostka not with dry reverence, but with energetic admiration. William T. Kane speaks not only to theologians or scholars but to anyone willing to consider that sanctity can take root even in the heart of youth. Unlike those who see holiness as the slow work of old age and suffering, Kane boldly defends the idea that a teenager—filled with life, energy, and clarity of purpose—can reach extraordinary spiritual heights. He acknowledges the rarity…-
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Chapter IV – Derrick Vaughan–Novelist begins with the narrator reflecting on the idea that art should be pursued for the sake of humanity, not self. Drawing from the ideals of Goethe and Schiller, he questions his own motives and confesses to an inner selfishness that has shaped his view of the world. Derrick, in contrast, stands as a quiet example of selfless dedication. Though the narrator has often dismissed Derrick's concerns as unimportant, he now begins to see that they arise not from weakness,…-
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Chapter III – Derrick Vaughan–Novelist follows Derrick as he prepares for the long-awaited return of his father, Major Vaughan, from India. Though years have passed, Derrick clings to an idealized memory of the Major—disciplined, refined, and commanding respect. That illusion is destroyed when Major Vaughan stumbles off the ship in a drunken state, loud and unsteady, leaving Derrick stunned and humiliated. Witnessing this public display, especially in front of Wharncliffe and the sympathetic ship's…
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Chapter II – Derrick Vaughan–Novelist begins with the bright anticipation of summer and an invitation that would change the course of Derrick’s life. Calverley of Exeter organizes a two-week cruise aboard the Aurora, and among the select guests is Freda Merrifield—a recent school-leaver with a freshness that captivates instantly. Derrick, though accustomed to social ease, is struck not by Freda's beauty alone but by the sincerity of her manner and the ease with which she engages the world around…
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Chapter I – Derrick Vaughan–Novelist opens with Sydney Wharncliffe’s personal account of a man the world sees as an overnight literary success. Wharncliffe aims to correct this misconception, explaining that Derrick Vaughan’s path was not marked by sudden fame, but by years of steady, passionate work. Public admiration, though sincere, often misses the quiet perseverance behind his rise. Newspaper sketches and magazine features may capture his likeness, but they fail to convey the depth of…
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Chapter VI – Derrick Vaughan–Novelist begins with a surge of pride and discomfort as Derrick reads an article lauding his brother Lawrence's gallantry in battle. The report describes Lawrence’s rescue of a fellow officer with vivid praise, capturing the attention of the nation and elevating him to sudden fame. Sydney shares the article enthusiastically, while Derrick listens quietly, caught between admiration and a subtle pang of inadequacy. Though proud, he feels increasingly overshadowed. Their…
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Chapter V – Derrick Vaughan–Novelist begins as Lawrence departs for war, leaving Derrick in Bath to continue managing the fragile peace between himself and their difficult father, Major Vaughan. The atmosphere at home slightly improves at first—thanks to the medicinal effects of Bath’s waters and the Major’s temporary restraint from alcohol. However, this fragile stability unravels when Derrick’s friend visits unexpectedly and finds him injured, his arm broken under suspicious circumstances.…
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