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THE BEAUTIES

by LovelyMay — The Beauties opens with a recollection set under the harsh sun of the Don region, where everything appears lifeless except for a memory the narrator has never forgotten. As a boy, he traveled with his grandfather and stopped in a quiet Armenian village. Among the dusty paths and tired animals, a striking girl named Masha stood out like a vision. She did not speak much, nor did she try to attract attention, yet her presence made the world slow down. Her beauty stirred something deeper than admiration—it…
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The Little Army

by LovelyMay — The Little Army begins with an image full of energy and color—young boys and girls playing with all the seriousness of real soldiers, though their battles are imaginary and their weapons made of wood. With paper hats proudly worn and broomsticks clutched like rifles, they march to rhythms tapped out on tin cans and toy drums. Their faces glow with joy, their eyes lit by dreams, not yet shadowed by the weight of the world. Each step they take, each shout and cheer, builds a world where fear does not…
1. Just Folks
  
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LETTER–To W. M. Thackeray

by LovelyMay — Letter to W. M. Thackeray opens with a tone free of rivalry or self-interest, allowing full appreciation of a writer whose literary grace has outlived the age that birthed it. Your work is remembered not as a product of duty, but of inspiration that struck with the urgency of truth. Unlike those who approach writing as mere occupation, you shaped your stories with the spirit of a wanderer who observed life from within and without. Critics who dismissed your vision as cold or cynical misunderstood the…
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Chapter XIII — The Circus Boys on the Mississippi

by LovelyMay — Chapter XIII begins with a performance that holds the audience in suspense, but the true drama unfolds behind the scenes. Phil takes center ring, executing a difficult trick that requires perfect timing and balance. The tension spikes when Dimples, his fellow performer, slips mid-act, dangling dangerously above the ring. Without hesitation, Phil shifts his position, altering his grip and trajectory to cushion her fall. She lands safely with a thud softened by Phil’s quick thinking, though it leaves him…
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Introduction

by LovelyMay — Introduction to Aucassin and Nicolete begins not with lofty claims, but with quiet distinction. This poetic work, unlike many literary relics from the same era, has endured across centuries without losing its charm or originality. Blending prose with verse, it introduces a narrative form called the cante-fable, which doesn’t merely tell a story but performs it. Where most medieval texts lean toward morality tales or courtly grandeur, this piece feels more personal, intimate, and occasionally ironic. It…
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Happiness

by LovelyMay — Happiness begins beneath a quiet sky as vast as the hopes harbored by men living far from cities. The two shepherds, one old and nearly toothless, the other young and alert, sit by their flock through the night, joined by an estate overseer. Together they trade tales—not of sheep or work—but of fortunes hidden in the earth, of magic, curses, and long-forgotten men who once brushed shoulders with the supernatural. These stories, while half-believed, offer more than entertainment; they serve as emotional…
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Chapter VII — The woman in the Alcove

by LovelyMay — Chapter VII - The woman in the Alcove begins with the narrator embarking on a determined and isolated trek toward the mountainous terrains of New Mexico. Her goal is to reach the Placide mine where Abner Fairbrother, a man central to a recent scandal, is reportedly recovering from a severe illness. Although advised against it due to the harsh path and dangerous slopes, she presses on, believing that a critical piece of information can only be uncovered at this remote site. Rumors surrounding the mysterious…
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Cordial Relations

by LovelyMay — Cordial Relations begins with Mr. Carter paying a visit to Miss Dolly Foster, who is soon to become Lady Mickleham. In his hand is a farewell token—a broken pearl heart encrusted with rubies and diamonds, offered half in jest and half in lingering sentiment. The gift is not just a decorative trinket; it subtly signals the fractured affection he still holds for her. Dolly, never one to dwell too long on sentimentality, accepts it with an amused eye and a quip, diverting attention away from any deeper…
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That’s Marriage [1917]

by LovelyMay — That's Marriage begins in an ordinary kitchen, with a cold cup of coffee and a remark that surprises them both. Terry’s half-laugh, half-sob response to Orville’s observation isn’t just about the coffee—it’s about something that’s been quietly missing between them. That he noticed at all seems unbelievable to her. After all, marriage has a way of dulling the edges, of turning attentiveness into routine, and love into assumption. But in that moment, something breaks open. A simple gesture…
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The Hunting Farmer

by LovelyMay — In this chapter titled The Hunting Farmer, introduces a reflection on the integral yet often underappreciated figure in English hunting culture—the farmer who rides to hounds. These individuals are not mere spectators or passive landowners but key participants whose involvement ensures the survival and continuity of the sport. Their cooperation allows access to vast rural landscapes, often managed with deep knowledge and a generational connection to the countryside. Without their support, hunting in…
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