LovelyMay
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After witnessing a performance of "Yevgeny Onyegin," Nadya Zelenin, a 16-year-old girl, is swept up in the romantic and tragic elements of the story. Inspired by the character Tatyana, she hastily sets about writing a dramatic and heartfelt letter, pretending to address it to a loved one as Tatyana did, professing unrequited love and the turmoil it brings. She imagines the letter is directed at Gorny, an officer, and Gruzdev, a student, both of whom are purported to love her. However, Nadya is caught up in…-
43.4 K • Ongoing
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Nine years prior, during a hay-making season, the narrator and Pyotr Sergeyitch, the deputy prosecutor, journeyed to collect letters. Their return was marked by an approaching storm, setting a dramatic backdrop that heightened the allure of their surroundings and their spirits. Pyotr Sergeyitch, caught up in the moment's exhilaration, whimsically mused about finding shelter in a medieval castle, only to be caught in the rain and joke about being struck by lightning. This shared adventure drew them closer,…
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In the stark and unforgiving expanse of Siberia, by a riverbank and the flickering light of a campfire, Old Semyon, known as Canny, converses with a young Tatar, revealing the profound isolation and despair of exile. The narrative unfolds through their dialogue, contrasting experiences, and contemplations of life in a remote, desolate environment. Semyon, hardened by twenty-two years as a ferryman, claims contentment with his simple existence, devoid of desire or ambition, preaching a philosophy of…
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In "The Cattle-Dealers," a chapter from "The Schoolmistress and Other Stories," we are introduced to the arduous journey of Gavril Malahin and his son Yakov (Yasha) as they transport eight vanloads of cattle by train to the city. The narrative opens with them waiting in a cold, cramped van alongside their livestock, emphasizing the discomfort and harsh conditions of their trip. Malahin Senior is depicted as a grizzled, experienced cattle dealer, accustomed to the vagaries and corruption endemic to the…
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43.4 K • Ongoing
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In the bleak mid-winter of the Galtchinskoy district, Grigory Petrov, renowned for his craftsmanship yet infamous for his folly, embarks on a harrowing journey with his ailing wife, Matryona, to seek medical help from the esteemed Pavel Ivanitch. Battling against a fierce snowstorm that obfuscates the path ahead, Grigory drives his frail horse through the relentless blizzard, motivated by a mixture of hope and desperation. As the cold wind howls and snow engulfs them, Grigory engages in a one-sided…
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"It has all been according to the regulation," he said, smiling naively as he looked at the examining magistrate with his watery eyes, evidently wishing to suggest by that smile that now everything was satisfactory, that everything had turned out well. He helped the examining magistrate into the sledge, tucked the covering round him, and said: "I hope you will be comfortable." The sledge moved off. Lyzhin looked round for the last time to say good-by to Loshadin, but the latter was no longer by the…
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43.4 K • Ongoing
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In the dimly lit chamber of Mary Beaton, Chastelard waits, unsure if she will come, yet hopeful. He reflects on the last encounter with her, the subtleties of her gestures, and the lingering warmth of her hand, which fuels his anticipation. Even though he faces death, Chastelard finds solace in the end of his two-year wait, regardless of the outcome. His musings are interrupted when Mary Beaton enters. Their exchange is fraught with emotion and misunderstanding. Chastelard, mistaking Mary for another in…
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20.7 K • Ongoing
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In Act II, Scene I of Algernon Charles Swinburne's _Chastelard, a Tragedy_, the setting unfolds in the Great Chamber in Holyrood, encapsulating a tense and intimate dialogue between Queen Mary and Mary Seyton. The scene initiates with the Queen pressing Mary Seyton for a confirmation of an observed indiscretion, which subtly unveils the precarious balance of trust and scandal within the court. Further, the interaction reveals the Queen's disconcerted state over her reputation and her associates,…
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20.7 K • Ongoing
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Act III of Algernon Charles Swinburne’s tragedy “Chastelard” unfolds in the Queen's chamber, where the atmosphere is tense and charged with forbidden love and the anticipation of tragedy. Chastelard has surreptitiously entered the Queen's private space, signifying his willingness to risk everything for a moment with her. Mary Beaton, aware of the danger, attempts to dissuade him, highlighting the fatal consequences of his actions. Yet, Chastelard, driven by an overwhelming passion, likens his love to…
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In Act IV of Algernon Charles Swinburne's tragedy "Chastelard," the Queen, surrounded by her entourage at St. Andrew's, contends with the implications of mercy, justice, and reputation as she grapples with the decision of Chastelard's fate. Swinburne crafts a complex psychological and emotional landscape in which the Queen, pressured by her advisors and her own conscience, navigates the treacherous waters of royal authority and personal affection. The act opens with the Queen in dialogue with her…
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20.7 K • Ongoing
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