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      PART THE FIRST

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      by LovelyMay The chapter opens with a depiction of the ascetic life of hermits and cenobites near the Nile, emphasizing their dedication to chastity, temperance, and penitence, partly to atone for original sin. These devout individuals lived in self-imposed solitude, engaging in practices aimed at purifying the soul and body, often enduring extreme physical hardships as a form of spiritual discipline. The lives of these hermits were stark and defined by self-denial, yet they lived in close enough proximity to offer aid…
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      by LovelyMay In the chilly embrace of Earthdom, Mother Nature lamented the coming of Jack Frost, a lively spirit known for his mischievous pranks on nature's offspring. With winter's breath threatening her babies' well-being, she feared the cold's sharp touch upon them, as they were left without blankets to shield them from Jack's playful antics. Observing her concerns, Jack Frost appeared, boasting of his morning's endeavors, which included harassing a wayward aster, relishing in the shivers his presence…
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      by LovelyMay In "A Mountain Woman" by Elia W. Peattie, the life of Catherine Ford is intricately woven through trials and companionships on the Nebraska prairie. After the death of her husband, Catherine resolves to sustain her family, embodying resilience and independence. She encounters the "three Johns"—Jim Lancy, John Gillispie, and John Waite—neighboring ranchers who become entwined in her struggle for survival. Jim Lancy's affection for Catherine silently grows, yet he hesitates, overshadowed by his grief…
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      by LovelyMay In this reflective letter to Theocritus, the author begins by hearkening to the sweetness of Theocritus's own verse, capturing the essence of his poetry which dances fluidly between the joyous and the melancholy shades of life. The author ponders whether, in death, Theocritus found a realm as enriching as the Sicilian landscape that fueled his inspiration. Contemplating the existence of an afterlife sweeter than the most vivid dreams of poets, the author imagines an Elysium under alien stars where…
    • CHAPTER XXIII – The Circus Boys on the Mississippi Cover
      by LovelyMay The Circus Boys On the Mississippi, Chapter XXIII, "The Roman Chariot Races," recounts a day full of heroism, camaraderie, and unexpected surprises for the Circus Boy, Phil Forrest. After a daring self-rescue from the Mississippi River, Phil finds himself swathed in the captain's officer uniform and the center of attention among the passengers and crew of the riverboat. His morning begins with a communal cheer and a modest speech at breakfast, where he humbly deflects the notion of his actions being…
    • THE CRUELTY OF ACHILLES, AND THE RANSOMING OF HECTOR Cover
      by LovelyMay In the tale of "The Cruelty of Achilles, and the Ransoming of Hector" from "Tales of Troy," the story begins with the ghost of Patroclus appearing to Achilles, urging him to conduct funeral rites. Achilles responds by gathering wood for a massive funeral pyre, covering Patroclus in white linen, and sacrificing cattle along with twelve Trojan prisoners as an honor—but this act is marked by shame due to Achilles' wrath and grief. After the pyre burns through the night, Patroclus' bones are encased in gold…
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      ACT I -Ivanoff

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      by LovelyMay In the serene evening ambiance of Ivanoff's country estate, we encounter a colorful ensemble of characters each bringing their own vibrancy and turmoil. Ivanoff, the troubled protagonist, struggles with an internal remorse and ennui that alienates him from his once fervent love for his wife, Anna. She, on her part, suffers from both a physical ailment, consumption, and the emotional turmoil stemming from Ivanoff's growing indifference. Despite her condition, Anna retains a spirit of kindness and…
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      ONE WAY IN

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      by LovelyMay In a dream-like sequence, Samuel Carter recounts his imaginary journey to the afterlife, finding himself in a bureaucratic setting reminiscent of a celestial customs office. Upon entering a small, square room through a green baize door, he is greeted by Rhadamanthus, the judge of the dead. Carter witnesses the graceful exit of Mrs. Hilary through a door labeled "Elysian Fields" and expresses his interest in joining her, but Rhadamanthus, stationed at a large table, requests Carter to sit as he reviews his…
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      Chapter V

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter V begins on a brisk morning in March 2014, where Henry Strauss finds himself wrestling with time as he faces the start of a busy day in New York City. Though he envisions greeting each day with peace and a calm morning coffee, Henry often finds himself struggling to match the pace of the world around him. Today is no different as he rushes to meet his younger sister, Muriel, for breakfast—a meeting that has been delayed once again due to Henry’s habit of procrastination. His sense of time…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin A Boat and a Boy introduces a significant chapter in young Kya's life, marked by both adventure and the growing desire for independence. Her father’s brief departure to Asheville sparks Kya’s internal fears of further abandonment by her family, and in an attempt to take control of her life, she decides to borrow the family boat. This impromptu act of defiance becomes a key moment of exploration, as Kya ventures into the marsh alone, longing for something beyond her solitary existence in the swamp. The…
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