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How to Live on 24 Hours a Day

by LovelyMay — How to Live on 24 Hours a Day by Arnold Bennett is a practical and motivational book that encourages readers to make the most of their time. Written in 1910, the book offers timeless advice on how to use the 24 hours we all have each day to enrich our lives. Bennett argues that by dedicating even a small portion of our day to self-improvement—through reading, learning, or reflecting—we can achieve personal growth and fulfillment. Blending wit, wisdom, and actionable suggestions, the book inspires readers to rethink their daily routines and invest in their intellectual and spiritual well-being.
1. Chapter X — Nothing in Life is Humdrum
  
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2. Chapter XI — Serious Reading
  
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3. Chapter XII — Dangers to Avoid
  
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Hillbilly Elegy

by testsuphomeAdmin — Hillbilly Elegy is a deeply personal memoir by J.D. Vance that examines his upbringing in a poor Rust Belt town and offers a powerful insight into the struggles of America’s white working class. Raised in Middletown, Ohio, by a family with roots in the Appalachian region of Kentucky, Vance tells a story marked by instability, addiction, violence, and poverty. Despite these challenges, he eventually…
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2. Chapter 15
  
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3. Conclusion
  
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Non-fiction • Politics • Society

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Grass of Parnassus

by LovelyMay — Grass of Parnassus by Andrew Lang is a lyrical collection of poetry that captures the beauty of nature, the charm of mythology, and the poignancy of human emotion. Through elegant verse, Lang weaves themes of love, longing, and the fleeting nature of life into a timeless celebration of art and imagination.
1. THE LIMIT OF LANDS.
  
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2. THE SHADE OF HELEN
  
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3. Pontus De Tyard, 1570
  
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Comics

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Elon Musk (Walter Isaacson)

by testsuphomeAdmin — Elon Musk*= by Walter Isaacson is a biography that delves into the life and career of the tech entrepreneur, exploring his visionary projects, personal struggles, and role in shaping industries like electric vehicles, space exploration, and AI.
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2. Notes
  
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3. Photo Credits
  
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Bruce

by LovelyMay — Bruce by Albert Payson Terhune is a heartwarming novel about a loyal and courageous collie named Bruce, whose adventures and bond with his human companions showcase themes of bravery, love, and devotion. Set against a richly described backdrop, the story celebrates the enduring connection between humans and their canine companions.
1. CHAPTER IV BRUCE
  
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2. CHAPTER V BRUCE
  
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3. CHAPTER VI BRUCE
  
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Be Ready When the Luck Happens: A Memoir

by testsuphomeAdmin — Be Ready When the Luck Happens by David J. Weiner is a memoir about how preparation, perseverance, and luck shaped the author's life and success. Through personal stories, Weiner explores the role of timing and resilience in achieving dreams.
1. Emily’s English Roasted Potatoes
  
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2. La Vie En Rose
  
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3. It’s Always Cocktail Hour in a Crisis
  
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Ban and Arriere Ban

by LovelyMay — Ban and Arrière-Ban by George Meredith is a historical novel set in the medieval period, blending romance, adventure, and intrigue as it follows the lives of knights and noble families. The story explores themes of loyalty, honor, and personal conflict, focusing on the complex relationships between its characters as they navigate societal expectations and the challenges of chivalric duty. The novel's title refers to the medieval French legal terms for summoning all able-bodied men to arms, reflecting the novel's focus on military and familial obligations.
1. The Tournay of the Heroes
  
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2. Ballad of the Philanthropist
  
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3. Notes
  
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Poetry

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A New Philosophy: Henri Bergson

by LovelyMay — A New Philosophy by Henri Bergson is a collection of essays where Bergson explores the nature of time, consciousness, and intuition, advocating for a philosophy that emphasizes direct experience and the fluidity of life over rigid, intellectual analysis.
1. Chapter VI — The Problem of Evolution: Life and Matter
  
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2. Chapter VII — The Problem of Knowledge: Analysis and Intuition
  
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3. Index
  
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Philosophical

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A Dome of Many Coloured Glass

by LovelyMay — A Dome of Many-Coloured Glass by Amy Lowell is a lyrical and evocative collection of poetry that captures the beauty and complexity of life through vivid imagery and emotional depth. Published in 1912, the collection is divided into three sections— Sonnets, Songs of Love and Death, and A Dome of Many-Coloured Glass—each exploring themes of nature, love, loss, and the interplay between human emotion and the world. With its intricate craftsmanship and vibrant language, the collection establishes Lowell as a significant voice in early 20th-century poetry, blending tradition with innovation.
1. The Fool Errant
  
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2. The Boston Athenaeum
  
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3. The Pleiades
  
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