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The Lady of Lyons

by LovelyMay — The Lady of Lyons by Edward Bulwer-Lytton is a romantic melodrama set in 19th-century France, telling the story of a young woman, Pauline, who is torn between the affections of two men, while themes of love, honor, and social expectations unfold amidst moments of high emotion and tragic misunderstandings.
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2. Scene III — The Lady of Lyons
  
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3. Scene I — The Lady of Lyons
  
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Romantic Melodrama

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The Circus Boys Across the Continent

by LovelyMay — The Circus Boys Across the Continent by Edgar B. P. Darlington is an adventurous novel that follows the journey of two young men working in a circus as they travel across America, facing thrilling challenges and uncovering excitement along the way.
1. CHAPTER VI ‑The Circus Boys Across the Continent
  
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2. CHAPTER VII — The Circus Boys Across the Continent
  
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3. CHAPTER XXIV — The Circus Boys Across the Continent
  
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The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse (Charlie Mackesy)

by testsuphomeAdmin — The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy is a heartwarming, illustrated book about friendship, kindness, and self-discovery, offering simple yet profound life lessons for readers of all ages.

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The Autobiography of A Slander

by LovelyMay — The Autobiography of a Slander by Ambrose Bierce is a satirical short story in which slander narrates its own life, reflecting on how it spreads and causes harm, offering a biting commentary on human nature and the consequences of false accusations.
1. My Sixth Stage
  
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2. My Seventh Stage
  
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3. My Triumphant Finale
  
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The Autobiography of a Quack and the Case of George

by LovelyMay — The Autobiography of a Quack and The Case of George Dedlow by S. Weir Mitchell is a collection of satirical and poignant tales that explore medical and psychological themes through the experiences of their protagonists. *The Autobiography of a Quack* offers a humorous yet critical look at the fraudulent practices of a self-serving, morally dubious physician, exposing the dangers of medical charlatanism in 19th-century America. *The Case of George Dedlow* tells the haunting story of a Civil War soldier grappling with the traumatic loss of his limbs, delving into themes of identity, resilience, and the psychological effects of amputation. Together, these stories showcase Mitchell’s insights as a neurologist and his critique of both the medical profession and the human psyche.
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Small Great Things

by testsuphomeAdmin — Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult (2016) is a gripping novel that explores racism, privilege, and justice in modern America. The story follows Ruth Jefferson, an experienced Black labor and delivery nurse, who is forbidden from caring for a newborn after the white supremacist parents request “no African American staff.” When the baby goes into cardiac arrest and Ruth hesitates to intervene, she is charged…
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2. Stage Two: Pushing — Ruth 5
  
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3. Stage Three: Afterbirth — Turk
  
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She Stoops to Conquer

by LovelyMay — She Stoops to Conquer by Oliver Goldsmith is a celebrated 18th-century comedy of manners that masterfully intertwines romance, humor, and satire. The play revolves around the schemes and misunderstandings that arise when young Charles Marlow, awkward around high-born women but confident with those of lower status, mistakes the home of his intended bride, Kate Hardcastle, for an inn. Taking advantage of the confusion, Kate pretends to be a barmaid to win his affection in her own clever way. With its engaging plot, sharp wit, and commentary on social conventions, the play remains a timeless exploration of love, identity, and the follies of human behavior.
1. ACT THE THIRD.
  
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2. ACT THE FOURTH.
  
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Riders to the Sea

by LovelyMay — *Riders to the Sea* by John Millington Synge is a poignant one-act play that portrays a mother's struggle with the relentless loss of family members to the sea, highlighting themes of fate, grief, and the harshness of nature.
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One Basket

by LovelyMay — One Basket is a collection of short stories by Edna Ferber, published in 1912. The stories explore themes of love, ambition, and human resilience, often set in small-town America. Ferber's sharp wit and keen observations of everyday life shine through in these character-driven narratives.
1. Un Morso doo Pang [1919]
  
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2. Long Distance [1919]
  
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3. The Maternal Feminine [1919]
  
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Never Let Me Go

by testsuphomeAdmin — In Never Let Me Go, Kazuo Ishiguro weaves a haunting and introspective tale set in an alternate-reality 1990s England, where Kathy H., a carer, reflects on her childhood at Hailsham, an idyllic yet unsettling boarding school. As Kathy reunites with her former classmates Ruth and Tommy, she confronts the dark truth about their existence: they are clones, created solely to provide organ donations for “normal”…
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2. Chapter 22: Twenty-Two
  
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3. Chapter 23: Twenty-Three
  
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Dystopian • Fiction • Literary Fiction • Philosophical • Science Fiction

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