Fiction – Book Collection

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SMALL FRY

by LovelyMay — In "Small Fry," a story from "The Schoolmistress and Other Stories," the reader is introduced to a petty clerk named Nevyrazimov, laboring over an Easter congratulatory letter in a dimly lit, dingy office. The setting is lonely and desolate, emphasized by the presence of a stray cockroach and the distant sound of a porter cleaning his boots, suggesting a mundane and unfulfilling life. Nevyrazimov's musings reveal his dissatisfaction and yearning for a different existence, contrasted sharply with the…
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When Mother Cooked With Wood

by LovelyMay — The chapter wistfully remembers a bygone era, focusing on the warm and fragrant memories associated with a wood-powered kitchen. It begins with the narrator not disputing the efficiency and modernity of gas ranges but hearkening back to a time when the preparation of food was more intimately tied to manual labor and the natural element of wood. The narrative conveys a nostalgia for the tactile experiences of chopping wood and the daily chores that were a fundamental part of life before the convenience of…
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PART. VIII -Buttered Side Down

by LovelyMay — In "The Leading Lady" from "Buttered Side Down", the story unfolds with the lead actress of a small touring play, engulfed in the solitude and monotony of her itinerant life, finding herself overwhelmed by loneliness in a dingy hotel room. Unlike the glamorous weeping seen on stage, her tears reveal the raw despair of her isolation, surrounded by the stale and depressing ambiance of her temporary lodgings. Her emotional breakdown is a poignant testament to the grueling reality behind the glittering facade…
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CHAPTER VII – The Circus Boys on the Mississippi

by LovelyMay — In Chapter VII of "The Circus Boys on the Mississippi," we journey alongside Phil and Teddy as they quickly adapt to dramatic changes and unexpected challenges. After a lightning strike ruins a center pole during their performance, the show perseveres, showcasing the resilience and swift problem-solving characteristic of circus life. Teddy becomes an unexpected hero, earning adulation from the audience and his peers by preventing a potential disaster and swiftly manages an amusing crowd during the…
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V. The Problem of Consciousness. Duration and Liberty.

by LovelyMay — In "A New Philosophy: Henri Bergson," the author delves into Bergson's revolutionary thoughts on consciousness, duration, and liberty. The essence of Bergson's philosophy rests on the critique of the conventional understanding of time and consciousness. He argues against the quantification of psychological processes, emphasizing instead the qualitative and continuous nature of consciousness. Bergson criticizes the mechanical psychology of associationism, typified by thinkers like Taine and Stuart Mill, for…
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IX -The woman in the Alcove

by LovelyMay — In this chapter of "The Woman in the Alcove," the protagonist, emboldened by a conviction to clear her lover, Mr. Durand, of guilt, seeks out Inspector Dalzell at police headquarters to share a theory she believes will lead to his exoneration. Despite understanding the risk of appearing foolish and potentially harming her own reputation, she insists on the possibility of another individual's guilt—a person of high standing and reputation, thus challenging conventional suspicions and the evidence arrayed…
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THE PERVERSENESS OF IT

by LovelyMay — In the chapter "The Perverseness of It" from "Dolly Dialogues," a conversational interlude unfolds between Mr. Carter and Miss Nellie Phaeton during a drive through the Park. Their dialogue, marked by wit and subtle revelations, navigates through themes of love, marriage, social standings, and personal desires against societal norms. Miss Phaeton's gusto and Mr. Carter's cautious charm underscore a societal critique veiled in humor and irony. They debate the romanticized concept of love versus the…
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Un Morso doo Pang [1919]

by LovelyMay — "Un morso doo pang," repeated Tessie, very carefully and slowly. Angie corrected her pronunciation, and Tessie tried again, her eyes bright with determination. Angie repeated the phrase, and Tessie echoed it, this time with more confidence. There was a moment of silence in which the only sound was the crackling of the fire. "That's pretty good for a first lesson," Angie said finally, with a smile that was both warm and encouraging. Tessie nodded, a determined set to her mouth. "I'll learn it," she…
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Chapter XI

by testsuphomeAdmin — Chapter XI, New York City, on a day that seems ordinary amidst its typical hustle and bustle, becomes the stage for a deeply significant encounter between Addie and Luc. While the towering skyscrapers stand as monuments to human achievement, they fade into the background as Addie is drawn not to the steel and glass of the city, but to the reflection of Luc in a nearby window. The air between them crackles with tension, a mixture of centuries of shared history and an intricate, unspoken balance of power and…
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31. A Book

by testsuphomeAdmin — A Book came into Kya Clark’s life in 1968, marking a significant turning point in her journey as she entered her twenty-second year. This new chapter in her life was brought about by the publication of The Sea Shells of the Eastern Seaboard, a project that had taken years of dedication and careful study. Kya’s meticulous collection of shells from the beaches of North Carolina, accompanied by her artistic paintings, had culminated in a work that would bring her recognition and success she had long lived…
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