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Dream Life and Real Life

by LovelyMay — Dream Life and Real Life is a novel by Olive Schreiner, published in 1893. It explores the inner thoughts and experiences of a woman torn between the idealized world of dreams and the harsh realities of life. The book addresses themes of self-discovery, societal expectations, and the search for meaning, offering a critique of the limitations placed on women in Victorian society.
1. I. Dream Life and Real Life; A Little African Story
  
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2. II. THE WOMAN’S ROSE
  
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3. III. “THE POLICY IN FAVOUR OF PROTECTION”
  
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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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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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Dolly Dialogues

by LovelyMay — Dolly Dialogues by Anthony Hope is a collection of witty and humorous vignettes, published in 1894, featuring sharp exchanges between the charming Dolly and her admirers. The book captures the nuances of Victorian society and relationships with clever dialogue and satire.
1. THE VERY LATEST THING
  
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2. THE OTHER LADY
  
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3. ONE WAY IN
  
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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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Angling Sketches

by LovelyMay — Angling Sketches by Thomas Tod Stoddart is a collection of charming and reflective essays that blend the art of fishing with vivid descriptions of nature, offering both practical advice and poetic musings on the joys and meditations of angling.
1. A TWEEDSIDE SKETCH
  
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2. THE DOUBLE ALIBI
  
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3. SCENE II. A BRIDGE
  
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Ivanoff

by LovelyMay — Ivanoff by Anton Chekhov is a tragic play that centers on the character of Ivanoff, a man overwhelmed by a sense of purposelessness, guilt, and emotional despair, leading to his strained relationships and ultimate confrontation with his own failures.
1. ACT I -Ivanoff
  
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2. ACT II -Ivanoff
  
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3. ACT IV -Ivanoff
  
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The Witchand Other Stories

by LovelyMay — The Witch and Other Stories by Anton Chekhov is a collection of short stories that showcases the author’s mastery in portraying the nuances of human emotions and relationships. The title story, *The Witch*, delves into themes of superstition and human folly, while the other tales explore a range of subjects, from love and loss to the absurdities of daily life, often with a mix of humor and poignant observation. Chekhov’s characteristic focus on ordinary people and their inner lives makes the collection both relatable and deeply insightful.
1. XVI —The witch and other Stories
  
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2. XI–The witch and other Stories
  
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3. IX -The Witchand Other Stories
  
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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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The Warden

by LovelyMay — The Warden by Anthony Trollope is the first novel in the *Barsetshire Chronicles*, focusing on the moral and legal dilemmas faced by Reverend Septimus Harding, the warden of an almshouse, as he is embroiled in a public scandal over the fairness of his salary and the institution’s finances.
1. CHAPTER XIX The Warden Resigns
  
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2. CHAPTER XX Farewell
  
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3. CHAPTER XXI Conclusion
  
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