LovelyMay
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To him, as to the child, the romance which he contemplated sufficed for its own delight; words were but an instrument to call it up; if the words were true enough to bring him face to face with what he knew and saw, he cared not if they were inept, nor did he pause to seek the happiest phraseology. And hence it is that, while there are pages in his novels compared with which much of Homer and Shakespeare is spiritless and cold; while the scene at the spring in GUY MANNERING, and the nocturnal…-
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In the chapter "A Humble Remonstrance," the author contemplates the intriguing perspectives of Mr. Walter Besant and Mr. Henry James on the art of fiction, despite their distinct differences as writers—James being meticulous and Besant more genially whimsical. Their agreement on discussing the "art of fiction" as a distinct entity from the "art of poetry" prompts a reflection on the true nature of fiction and its broader application across various art forms, suggesting that fiction permeates all arts,…
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In "A Gossip on a Novel of Dumas's," the author explores the enduring appeal and personal significance of re-reading favorite books, likening them to cherished friendships revisited for various reasons. Among his most revisited works are novels by Scott, Shakespeare, Moliere, Montaigne, "The Egoist," and "The Vicomte de Bragelonne" by Alexandre Dumas. He candidly shares his estrangement from once familiar authors like Wordsworth and Burns, and his fluctuating relationship with the works of Virgil and…
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In the poem "A Dome of Many-Coloured Glass," the chapter consisting of "Wind" and "The Pleiades" presents a vivid, whimsical exploration of nature and the cosmos through the eyes of a child-like perspective. "Wind" personifies the wind as a playful, elusive force, engaging with the world in a dance of both creation and mild chaos. The wind's interactions are multifaceted; it shouts in the sails of ships, steals down from honeybees, causes forests to sing, and plays with a child's kite until it breaks.…
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The Boston Athenaeum, a well-beloved sanctuary for those seeking solace and inspiration among books, stands as a testament to the profound connection between a reader and the world of literature. Within its walls, one finds themselves ascending a narrow spiral staircase to a secluded gallery far removed from the bustling corridors frequented by casual readers. Here, in a quiet nook brimming with volumes, peace and introspection reign. Surrounded by books placed just out of casual reach or nestled in…
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In "A Dome of Many-Coloured Glass," the narrative begins with a series of lyrical exclamations that celebrate the beauty and transience of the natural world. Each stanza is an invocation of being—in turn—a flower basking in the relentless sun, a butterfly reposing serenely on a bloom, a cloud sailing across the sky, or a wave crashing onto the shore. These vivid scenes are suffused with a sense of joy and an acute awareness of nature's cyclic life, from the ephemeral existence of flowers and insects to…
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As Sylvestre Bonnard alights from the train at Melun station, he enters a peaceful, night-draped countryside, his senses alive with the warm scents of sun-baked earth and lush grasses. Carrying a light traveling bag filled with essentials prepared by his housekeeper, Bonnard's thoughts drift nostalgically to his schoolboy days, evoking a longing for the innocence and simplicity of youth. He reminisces about his schoolmaster, the stern Monsieur Douloir, and the tender memories of his mother, contrasted…
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Chapter III of "The Crime of Sylvestre Bonnard" unfolds with Sylvestre recalling an odd dream where fairy-like figures accost him, before shifting back to his reality as a scholar. Ignoring his housekeeper's potential fretting, Bonnard chooses to share his intriguing vision with Madame de Gabry, who delightfully acknowledges the dream's charm, suggesting a hidden genius within him, especially during his sleep. This interaction reveals a warm, gentle camaraderie between Bonnard and Madame de Gabry,…
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In the second chapter of "The Crime of Sylvestre Bonnard," the narrator reflects further on the concept of time and life, emphasising the preciousness of time allotted to us and his desire to accomplish his work before death. He introduces Madame de Gabry, who enlivens breakfast with tales of the chateau's ghosts, notably the "Lady-with-three-wrinkles-in-her-back." The setting provides a glimpse into the decay and resilience of the chateau, juxtaposed with the narrator’s efforts to catalog manuscripts in…
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