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    • IN THE COACH-HOUSE Cover
      by LovelyMay In a dimly lit coach-house surrounded by the nocturnal quiet of a large estate, a group consisting of Stepan the coachman, Mihailo the house-porter, Alyoshka the coachman's grandson, and Nikandr, a septuagenarian salt herring vendor, gather for a casual game of "kings" in the shadows of carriages and sleighs. The game's camaraderie is punctuated by the ringing of the gate—a call to the porter, revealing a grim situation in the master's household: a tragic incident involving a fatal gunshot. As the night…
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      The Call

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      by LovelyMay "The Call" captures the allure and optimism of striving toward a life filled with joy, as visualized from a metaphorical hilltop. It speaks to the human spirit's unwavering determination to overcome life’s adversities and reach a place of happiness and tranquility. The poem conveys a message of hope and the belief that through perseverance and courage, one can ascend above trials and despair, towards a future of serenity and fulfillment. Joy, personified, stands on the hilltops, extending an invitation…
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    • LETTER–To Charles Dickens Cover
      by LovelyMay The letter to Charles Dickens delves into the unique literary divide between those who favor Dickens and his contemporary, Thackeray, arguing instead for appreciation of both authors' works. The narrator identifies himself as impartial, enjoying the merits of both writers without taking sides. Despite this neutrality, the chapter critiques the extreme imitations and mannerisms of Dickens's "special devotees," who, despite their adoration, might misunderstand the breadth of his humor and the depth of his…
    • CHAPTER XV – The Circus Boys on the Mississippi Cover
      by LovelyMay In Chapter XV of "The Circus Boys on the Mississippi," the Sparling circus fleet is navigating downstream smoothly until an unexpected commotion occurs. Teddy, having had a significant role in a previous cabin incident, manages to sleep through the chaos that unfolds later, whereas, Phil and the rest of the circus members are not as undisturbed. The crux of the disturbance is centered around Mr. Cummings, the pilot steering the "Marie." His night is filled with irritation and threats of revenge against…
    • HOW PEOPLE LIVED IN THE TIME OF ULYSSES Cover
      by LovelyMay In the age of Ulysses, Greece was a collection of small kingdoms, each with its own monarch, nobility, and clear societal hierarchy. Kings ruled over their domains from heavily fortified cities, surrounded by massive stone walls that later generations attributed to giant builders. These rulers presided from palaces that were centers of administrative and social life, featuring grand halls where the fire burned continuously. This setting was not just the heart of political power but also of cultural life,…
    • XXI -The woman in the Alcove Cover
      by LovelyMay In Chapter XXI of "The Woman in the Alcove," the narrator grapples with doubts concerning Mr. Grey and his daughter, Miss Grey. After Mr. Grey's departure, the narrator reflects on their relationship, now realizing the depth of trust and love Miss Grey has for her father, contradictory to the narrator's previous suspicions. This revelation comes amid their investigation into Mrs. Fairbrother's murder, where Miss Grey's alleged distrust had played a key role in the narrator's theory of the crime. An…
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      by LovelyMay In the chapter "What Might Have Been" from "Dolly Dialogues," the serene setting of a Sunday afternoon is disrupted by Dolly's determination to have a row of flower pots moved from one side of the terrace to the other, despite it being too much work for the day. Archie, driven by Dolly's insistence, begins the laborious task under the scorching sun, while the others, including the narrator, Samuel Travers Carter, lounge in the shade. The chapter unfolds with a blend of light-hearted conversation and…
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      Chapter I

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter I introduces Henry, born on September 4, 2013, in New York City, a city that both shapes and intensifies the emotional struggles he experiences. From the outset, Henry’s existence is marked by an emotional sensitivity beyond the ordinary, something that traces back to the congenital condition he was born with—a heart that was repaired, yet somehow left overly exposed. His heart, though physically fixed by surgeons, feels too vulnerable, amplifying the highs and lows of life to an unbearable…
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      9. Jumpin’

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Jumpin' into the hazy morning of 1953, Kya, a young girl, found herself surrounded by the complexities of isolation and a deep need for human connection. Her father, who had been mostly absent in recent times, took her on a trip to the marina, where they would meet Jumpin', an older Black man who operated a small Gas and Bait shop. The quaint shop was bursting with colorful advertisements, a vivid reminder of the area's history and culture, and it was within this setting that Kya first felt a touch of…
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      54. Vice Versa

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Vice Versa, the chapter opens in a small, dingy conference room where the tension is thick, and the air seems heavy with the uncertainty of Kya’s future. The room itself is unremarkable, with its peeling green walls and a coffee-stained table, yet it holds the weight of Kya's fate. Tom, her defense lawyer, has gathered Tate, Jodie, Scupper, and Robert Foster in this space, directing them to wait as the jury deliberates in her murder trial. The setting amplifies the feeling of insignificance, not only for…
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