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In this chapter titled Nightmare: A Tale for an Autumn Evening, the scene unfurls not with quiet suspense but with wild momentum, as a windswept street transforms into a theater of chaos and absurdity. The setting is no ordinary night—it is a blustery autumn evening charged with movement, sound, and the comic struggle of one man trying to reach the comfort of home. Mr. Spruggins, slightly off balance from the indulgence of a rich dinner and wine, finds himself tossed and spun by a wind that behaves less…
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The chapter opens with a reflection on Michelangelo's approach to sculpture—removing excess stone to reveal the masterpiece within. This metaphor extends to life, where eliminating negative elements (toxic relationships, bad habits) is often mistaken for creating goodness. The author critiques the Abrahamic moral framework, arguing that avoiding wrongdoing doesn't equate to active virtue. A rich man, for instance, may pride himself on not harming others while neglecting positive action, exposing the…
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CHAPTER X -The Bhagavad-Gita
In Chapter X of the Bhagavad-Gita, Lord Krishna extends his discourse to Arjuna, emphasizing the uniqueness and vast extent of his divine existence. Krishna begins by asserting that neither the multitude of gods nor the ancient sages fully comprehend his true nature. He alone is free from sin and possesses wisdom, for he is the unborn, undying origin of all creation. The variety of natural qualities and emotions humans experience—intelligence, skill, truthfulness, joy, sorrow, fear, and courage, among…-
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As It Is
In the poem "As It Is," the narrator muses on his wishes for a better world, one with kinder people, less greed, and softer views on the faults of others. Despite his longing for improvement, he accepts the world and its inhabitants as they are, acknowledging that life, with all its sorrow, bitterness, and pain, also brings joy, friendship, and love. He concludes that the world, in all its complexity, is ultimately a place of more gladness than sorrow, suggesting an acceptance of life's imperfections and a…-
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Ballad: The Rival Curates
Be sure of provocation: Wait till he calls you 'snob,' Or something else as naughty - Then you can do the job, And welcome back to Spiffton!" Thus on his foes he set His minions most observant, 'Twas a most curious bet, Yet, made in all good fervent. But when they reached the spot, They found, instead of strife, A scene that spoke of what's More beautiful in life. HOPLEY, with flute in hand, Played melodies enticing; Around him, o'er the land, Creatures their joy voicing. His curate's garb aside, He wore…-
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Ballad: Gentle Alice Brown
In the humorous ballad "Gentle Alice Brown" from *The Bab Ballads*, we follow the tale of Alice Brown, the daughter of a feared robber in a small Italian town. Unlike the grim nature of her family's profession, Alice’s tale takes a whimsical turn when she finds herself enamored with a handsome young gentleman she spies from her window, a sorter in the Custom-house, who innocently passes by her home each day. Despite the initial innocence of her crush, the narrative unfurls Alice’s confessions to the…-
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VERSE: A Letter
A Letter begins with the quiet longing of someone who attempts to translate overwhelming love into lines on a page. The speaker sits with pen in hand, imagining the exact words that might reflect the shape of their heart. Each sentence is crafted with care, but none feel quite complete. Language seems too fragile to hold something so powerful and intimate. A sigh escapes as the speaker realizes that eye contact, a shared silence, or the warmth of touch would speak louder than ink ever could. There’s…-
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Chapter Six
The chapter introduces ten-year-old Roya Shirazi, who struggles with persistent bedwetting despite her efforts to avoid liquids and empty her bladder before sleep. Her humiliation is compounded by her older brother Arash's mockery and her parents' silent disapproval, with her mother's pitying glances and her father's avoidance deepening her shame. Roya's anxiety manifests in her belief that her classmates can detect her odor, making her hyperaware of their reactions. A classroom incident where she…-
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