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    • Chapter X – The Compleat Angler Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter X – The Compleat Angler opens with Piscator exploring the intriguing nature of the bream, a fish noted for its breadth and gentleness, often seen in still ponds where it can grow remarkably fat and large. Its wide body and slow movements make it less challenging to catch, yet its appearance in large numbers brings an added thrill to the angler’s experience. Though not praised for flavor, its role in pond ecosystems and its visual elegance are highlighted. A remarkable anecdote from Gesner…
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      Chapter X

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter depicts the passage of time on Animal Farm, where most original Rebellion participants have died or been forgotten. Only Clover, Benjamin, Moses, and the pigs remain as living links to the past. The farm has expanded with new animals who know little of the Rebellion's history, while the original ideals have eroded. Napoleon and the pigs live luxuriously, contrasting sharply with the other animals' hard lives. The windmill, once promised to bring modern comforts, now serves only to enrich the…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter VIII – The Compleat Angler begins with a lively discussion between Piscator and Venator about the Pike, a fish considered both fearsome and fascinating. This predatory creature is likened to a tyrant ruling the still waters, a stark contrast to the noble and widely admired Salmon. Unlike many other fish, the Pike leads a solitary existence, preferring isolation over company, and exhibits a brutal hunger that knows few limits. It devours not only smaller fish but also those of its own kind,…
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      Chapter VIII

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the animals grappling with the aftermath of the executions, as some recall the Sixth Commandment's prohibition against killing. Clover seeks clarification and discovers the commandment now includes the phrase "without cause," justifying the pigs' actions against alleged traitors. This manipulation of memory highlights the erosion of the original revolutionary principles, as the pigs rewrite history to maintain control. The animals' confusion underscores their vulnerability to…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter VII – The Compleat Angler introduces a fascinating exploration of the salmon, a fish revered not only for its strength but for the remarkable patterns it follows through life. Known to inhabit rivers far enough from the sea to avoid the influence of salt, the salmon embodies an incredible sense of timing and place. Each year, as summer matures into late August, these fish instinctively begin their journey upstream. With careful precision, female salmon create small nests in gravel beds, where…
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      Chapter VII

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter depicts a harsh winter on Animal Farm, where the animals struggle to rebuild the windmill amid freezing conditions and food shortages. Despite the humans' claims that the mill collapsed due to poor construction, the animals know Snowball was blamed unfairly. They work tirelessly, with Boxer's determination inspiring them, but progress is slow. The bitter cold and hunger take a toll, and the discovery of frost-ruined potatoes worsens their plight. Squealer's speeches about labor's dignity offer…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter VI – The Compleat Angler continues with a thoughtful discussion on the grayling, also known as the umber. This fish, often debated over in terms of classification, is closely compared to trout for its value and elegance in the water. Some believe the umber and grayling are separate species, much like the herring differs from the pilchard. Piscator leans toward considering them as one, largely because of their shared characteristics and praise from naturalists. The admiration for this fish spans…
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      Chapter VI

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The animals toiled relentlessly throughout the year, driven by the belief that their labor benefited their own community rather than exploitative humans. Despite grueling hours, including voluntary Sunday work enforced by ration cuts, they fell behind on tasks like sowing crops, foreshadowing a harsh winter. The windmill construction posed unexpected challenges, particularly breaking limestone boulders without human tools. Through collective ingenuity, they devised a method using gravity—dragging…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter V – The Compleat Angler welcomes readers into an evening scene by the riverside, where the delight of angling blends seamlessly with companionship. Piscator introduces Venator to Peter, while Coridon, a cheerful countryman, joins the group, representing the warmth and inclusivity of those who share a love for fishing. The conversation, filled with kindness and laughter, sets a mood of unity, where newcomers are embraced, and old friends are greeted with genuine joy. They gather not only to share…
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      Chapter V

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Mollie, the vain mare, becoming increasingly unreliable as winter approaches. She neglects her duties, admires her reflection, and is eventually confronted by Clover about consorting with a human from a neighboring farm. When Clover discovers hidden sugar and ribbons in Mollie's stall, it confirms her suspicions of betrayal. Mollie soon abandons Animal Farm altogether, choosing a life of comfort under human care, symbolized by her appearance pulling a dogcart with a red ribbon—a…
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