54 Results in the "Non-Fiction" category


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      Warrior Women

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Warrior women have been part of human history, demonstrating immense courage and strength in times of conflict. One of the most famous women in American history, Molly Pitcher, is known for her heroic actions during the American Revolution. Legend has it that Molly, believed to be either Mary Ludwig Hays McCauley or Margaret Hays, carried pitchers of water to the troops to cool the cannons during battle. Her quick thinking and courage in the heat of battle earned her a place in history, despite the unclear…
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      by LovelyMay In the chapter "Old Mortality" from "Memories and Portraits," the narrator reflects on his youthful experiences in a graveyard that sits juxtaposed between a prison and a quiet hotel, overshadowed by the bustling sounds of nearby rail traffic. This somber setting serves as a backdrop for his introspections on life, death, and the fleeting nature of human existence as he wanders among the graves, contemplating the lives of those remembered only by simple epitaphs. This graveyard becomes a place where the…
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      by LovelyMay In "Memories and Portraits," the narrative delves deeply into the nature of happiness, self-awareness, and the value of friendships. The text begins by reflecting on the concept of self-forgetfulness as the essence of happiness, contrasting it with the metaphorical image of Prometheus still chained to the Caucasus, symbolizing the struggle of the individual with their own limitations and pains. The passage suggests a journey toward recognizing one's own fallibility and the deep, humbling process of…
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      by LovelyMay In "A College Magazine," the writer shares a candid reflection on his boyhood to youth, marked by an incessant drive to master the craft of writing despite being labeled an idler. He describes a life immersed in words, carrying two books at all times—one for reading and one for writing. His days were filled with the quest to precisely capture the scenes around him through descriptive writing and poetry, not for any external purpose but as a self-imposed challenge to hone his skills in writing. The…
    • VERSE: Two Worlds Cover
      by LovelyMay Two Worlds begins by immersing the reader in a vision of creation unspoiled—a realm where everything sings in harmony with the divine. God’s world, as depicted, pulses with beauty that transcends form: light glides over valleys, stars dance in ordered rhythm, and every breeze carries the tone of affection. There, strength is not harsh but gentle, and beauty is not vain but noble, shaped by the balance only divine intention can bestow. Light, more than mere illumination, becomes a tender garment draped…
    • VERSE: The Story of the Faithful Soul Cover
      by LovelyMay The Story of the Faithful Soul begins with a legend born from sacred lore, where unseen worlds intertwine with lingering human emotion. It follows a spirit caught not by sin, but by sorrow—hovering between salvation and memory. During the holy time known as Our Lady’s Peace, most spirits bask in a gentle reprieve, released briefly from their pain. Yet one cry echoes louder than the rest, piercing the stillness of the blessed pause. This cry belongs to a soul unable to surrender to peace, tethered not…
    • VERSE: The Carver’s Lesson Cover
      by LovelyMay The Carver’s Lesson speaks to those who create not with their hands alone, but with their hearts and convictions woven into every detail. The speaker urges that skill, while essential, is not the highest virtue of art. What truly matters is the message that breathes quietly through each carved form—a whisper of peace, kindness, or truth hidden in wood or stone. A carved rose should carry more than beauty; it should soften a heart or inspire a thought. This lesson isn’t just for sculptors—it’s for…
    • VERSE: Philip and Mildred Cover
      by LovelyMay Philip and Mildred opens in a moment marked not by celebration, but by sorrow cloaked in tenderness. In the hush of early evening, the two lovers walk slowly through a valley that once echoed with the laughter of their shared dreams. This was to be their wedding day, yet instead of vows before family, they exchange promises beneath a darkening sky. Philip, drawn away by recognition he never sought but cannot refuse, leaves not for glory but for purpose. Mildred, though aching with loss, urges him forward,…
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      VERSE: Optimus

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      by LovelyMay Optimus opens with a caution that speaks directly to the well-meaning heart—the kind of person stirred by the sight of undone work, by silence when action is needed, and by the weight of tasks that seem to have been abandoned. A voice, noble in tone but dangerous in intent, whispers that it is right to step in and take on what others have left behind. It presents itself as a call to heroism, dressed in selflessness, yet it carries within it the seed of imbalance. The poem reveals this temptation as…
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      VERSE: My Will

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      by LovelyMay My Will begins not with possessions, but with presence—the kind of presence that lingers even after parting. The speaker, without land or riches to leave behind, chooses instead to pass on pieces of their spirit. These are not grand inheritances of gold, but memories, encouragement, and affection sculpted by time and care. Each recipient is offered something deeply personal: a name carried with tenderness, a task that echoes shared conviction, or a love untouched by bitterness. These gifts are quiet, yet…
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