240 Results in the "Novel" category


    • Weir of Hermiston Cover
      by LovelyMay Weir of Hermiston by Robert Louis Stevenson is an unfinished novel set in 19th-century Scotland, following the story of a young man, Archie Weir, who grapples with the complex relationships between love, duty, and justice, while exploring themes of authority and rebellion.
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      The Warden

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      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.
      Literary • Novel
    • The Coming Race Cover
      by LovelyMay The Coming Race by Edward Bulwer-Lytton is a speculative science fiction novel about a hidden, advanced subterranean civilization with telepathic powers, exploring themes of technology, utopia, and human progress.
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      Thais

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      by LovelyMay Thaïs by Anatole France is a captivating novel that follows Paphnutius, an ascetic monk, as he attempts to convert the beautiful courtesan Thaïs to a life of spiritual devotion. Set in ancient Egypt, the story delves into the conflict between spiritual zeal and earthly desires, offering a poignant exploration of faith, love, and the complexities of redemption.
      Fiction • Novel
    • Part One:Chapter 9 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with James and Huck taking refuge in a canoe after their escape. James, concerned for Huck’s well-being, instructs him to change out of his wet clothes while they discuss Huck’s recent reconnaissance mission. Huck recounts his encounters in town, including a mysterious tall woman who mistook him for a girl and revealed that the townspeople suspect James of murder. A bounty has been placed on both James and Pap Finn, adding urgency to their flight. Huck also shares his failed attempt…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter follows Jim, a runaway slave, as he sends Huckleberry Finn on a risky mission to the mainland. Jim’s motivations are layered: if Huck fails, he might be blamed for Jim’s escape rather than Jim being seen as a fugitive. Additionally, Jim hopes to avoid suspicion of Huck’s murder or kidnapping, which would carry severe consequences. Most importantly, Jim longs for news about his family’s condition. He watches Huck paddle away, admiring the boy’s determination, and then retreats to his…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin After recovering from a fever, James (Jim) and Huck celebrate catching a rabbit, marking a rare moment of abundance in their sparse diet of catfish and berries. Their conversation reveals Jim's deep concern for his family's well-being, prompting him to ask Huck—who is presumed dead—to check on them. To avoid recognition, Jim suggests Huck disguise himself as a girl, leading to a humorous yet tense exchange as Huck reluctantly agrees, choosing the alias "Mary Williams." The scene highlights their bond…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with James, a slave, suffering from a venomous snakebite. He experiences intense physical pain, fever, and delirium, drifting in and out of consciousness. In his feverish state, he hallucinates scenes from his past, including memories of secretly reading in Judge Thatcher’s library—a dangerous act for a slave. His thoughts reveal his fear of white retaliation for his literacy and his awareness of the hypocrisy of a society that denies education to enslaved people. Huck, his companion,…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 5, James and Huck continue their survival on Jackson Island, finding sustenance through fishing and foraging for berries. Despite their relative comfort, James grapples with the harsh reality of being fugitive slaves, knowing their freedom is precarious. Huck, however, seems content, relieved to be away from his abusive father. Their dynamic is marked by camaraderie, as they share a cave and fires at night, but underlying tensions about their respective struggles—slavery for James and familial…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 4, James faces a dire situation when Sadie informs him that Miss Watson plans to sell him to a man in New Orleans, separating him from his family. Distraught but resolute, James decides to escape to Jackson Island, believing he can hide there temporarily while devising a plan to reunite with his loved ones. Despite Sadie’s fears of the brutal consequences for runaways, James prepares a small bundle of food and reassures his daughter Lizzie before slipping away. His departure is fraught with…
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