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Ghostroots

by testsuphomeAdmin — “Ghostroots” by ‘Pemi Aguda is a debut short story collection set in Lagos, Nigeria, blending the mundane with the supernatural. The twelve stories explore themes of inheritance, maternal lineage, and haunting legacies, often focusing on women grappling with familial and societal burdens. Aguda’s prose weaves unsettling yet deeply human narratives, where everyday life intersects with spectral presences. Notable stories include “Breastmilk,” which delves into…
1. The Wonders of the World
  
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2. The Dusk Market
  
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3. Masquerade Season
  
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Fiction • Gothic Fiction • Historical Fiction • Horror

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Further Adventures of Lad

by LovelyMay — Further Adventures of Lad by Albert Payson Terhune is a sequel to Lad: A Dog. It continues the heartwarming tales of Lad, a courageous and intelligent collie, as he faces new challenges and adventures, showcasing his loyalty and heroism.
1. Chapter IX: Old Dog; New Tricks
  
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2. Chapter X: The Intruders
  
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3. Chapter XI: The Guard
  
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Forty-Two Years

by testsuphomeAdmin — Forty-Two Years had passed since Werryck last experienced the restfulness of sleep, a fact the protagonist learned during a series of late-night conversations. Werryck revealed that his choice to forgo sleep was motivated by an insatiable desire for revenge and control, a decision that had cost him his peace. This unsettling admission forced the protagonist to reflect on Lark's beliefs regarding redemption, specifically for those who had wronged her—like Large Beef, a man who once attempted to firebomb…
1. I Cheerfully Refuse
  
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Foreword by Mary Helen Washington

by testsuphomeAdmin — Foreword by Mary Helen Washington offers a reflection on the significant transformation in how Zora Neale Hurston’s Their Eyes Were Watching God has been perceived since its original publication in 1937. Upon its release, the novel struggled to find its place in the literary world, especially among critics who emphasized works that focused on the hardships and suffering of African Americans. Prominent male critics like Richard Wright dismissed Hurston’s work, calling it superficial and accusing it of…
1. Their Eyes Were Watching God
  
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For Greater Things: The Story of Saint Stanislaus

by LovelyMay — For Greater Things: The Story of Saint Stanislaus Kostka is a biographical work by William T. Kane, S.J., that narrates the inspiring life of Saint Stanislaus Kostka, a young Polish Jesuit. The book highlights his deep faith, unyielding devotion, and remarkable courage in pursuing his vocation despite significant challenges, including familial opposition and physical hardships. Through vivid storytelling, the work captures Stanislaus’s spiritual journey and his unwavering commitment to a life of holiness, making it a compelling read for those interested in the lives of saints and Christian spirituality.
1. Chapter XIII-For Greater Things
  
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2. Chapter XIV-For Greater Things
  
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3. Chapter XV-For Greater Things
  
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First Do No Harm

by testsuphomeAdmin — First Do No Harm opens with the protagonist, Rainier, reflecting on the unusual visit of his friend Labrino, who appeared at his doorstep one stormy spring evening. Labrino, a familiar presence in his life, had been coming to him more frequently, often without warning, bringing an air of unease with him. He had a tendency to arrive at the most unexpected times, usually at the back step, where he could quietly slip in without knocking, creating a subtle but undeniable tension. On this particular night,…
1. I Cheerfully Refuse
  
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Farmer in the Dell [1919]

by LovelyMay — Farmer in the Dell opens with Ben Westerveld quietly enduring a life he never wanted. Once a prosperous and hard-working farmer in southern Illinois, Ben has now retired to the city, pushed by his wife Bella's desire for a more modern lifestyle. In Chicago, surrounded by brick and noise, he finds himself restless and increasingly out of place. Though financially secure, his days are empty, stripped of the purpose and pride that came with managing his own land. While Bella thrives on shopping trips and…
1. One Basket
  
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Fantastic Fables

by LovelyMay — Fantastic Fables by Ambrose Bierce is a collection of sharp, satirical, and darkly humorous fables that offer biting commentary on human nature, politics, and societal norms through clever, allegorical tales filled with irony and wit.
1. Aesopus Emendatus
  
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2. The Ingenious Patriot
  
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3. The City of Political Distinction
  
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Excerpt: Hidden Pictures

by testsuphomeAdmin — I'm sorry, but it seems the content you provided does not contain a chapter from the book. Please provide the actual text of the chapter you would like me to summarize, and I will be happy to assist…
1. The Last One at the Wedding
  
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Epilogue

by testsuphomeAdmin — Epilogue opens with a vivid image of a man laboring under the soft glow of dawn, tirelessly working across a desolate, empty plain. Armed with a two-handled digging tool, he strikes the ground with great force, causing sparks to fly and igniting the stones buried within the earth. As the man works, figures can be seen moving behind him, their mechanical and monotonous pace giving off an eerie sense of detachment. These figures wander aimlessly, some actively searching for bones while others simply move…
1. Blood Meridian
  
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