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Chapter XXIV

by testsuphomeAdmin — Chapter XXIV begins with Lill expressing her newfound enthusiasm and a sense of optimism about shopping for supplies, offering to take care of the kids until the next day. She suggests walking over to the Mega Mega Mart across the road to gather what they need, while asking if anyone would like to join her. However, the children, wary of their current situation and the potential consequences of drawing attention to themselves, prefer to stay behind in the safety of their temporary shelter. As she prepares…
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Part Three:Chapter 5

by testsuphomeAdmin — James and Huck return to the slave quarters under cover of night, arriving at James's former home only to find it occupied by strangers, Katie and Cotton. The atmosphere is tense as Doris, a familiar face, reveals that James's wife, Sadie, and their child, Lizzie, have been sold. Overwhelmed by grief, James collapses to his knees, sobbing uncontrollably while Huck attempts to comfort him. The chapter captures James's devastation and the harsh reality of slavery, where families are torn apart without…
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Chapter 24

by testsuphomeAdmin — The chapter follows the protagonist and Jordi as they attend a gallery opening in North Hollywood, hoping to see artist Lore Estes, who doesn’t show up. Instead, they encounter Kris, Lore’s ex-girlfriend and muse, whose artwork resembles Lore’s. A subtle, unspoken tension develops between the protagonist and Kris, marked by fleeting eye contact and mutual curiosity. Jordi encourages the protagonist to seize the moment, leading her to message Kris and ask her out. The bold move pays off when Kris…
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The Little New Year

by LovelyMay — On a chilly morning, Maurice awoke to a peculiar knocking at his window. Despite the moon's glow, frost obscured the view. Upon inquiry, a voice announced itself as the New Year, seeking Maurice's aid to distribute blessings. Hesitating due to the cold, Maurice was eventually persuaded, meeting a young, rosy-cheeked boy outside, whose cart displayed "Love" and "Kindness." Together, they ventured to an old shanty, the residence of an old man employed by Maurice's family, to deliver their gifts. This…
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The Boy Soldier

by LovelyMay — "The Boy Soldier" enchants with the tale of a little boy of three, whose antics embody both the mischief and the profound love shared between father and son. The narrator describes his son's playful battles—tugging beards, exploring clothes, and commandeering his watch, all acts of innocent exploration that culminate in a heartwarming conquest of his father's heart. This narrative extends beyond the personal, hinting at a cyclic tradition where, in time, the boy, grown into adulthood, will relish similar…
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LETTER–To Herodotus

by LovelyMay — The author, addressing Herodotus of Halicarnassus, undertakes a quest to ascertain the truthfulness of the historical accounts provided by Herodotus. The journey leads to Britain, an island described with much intrigue, having a river called Thames, and a large city fraught with modern contrivances and a prevailing ignorance of the past. The narrative unfolds as the author initially struggles to find anyone familiar with Herodotus but eventually is directed to the City of the Priests, possibly Oxford,…
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CHAPTER XVI – The Circus Boys on the Mississippi

by LovelyMay — In Chapter XVI of "The Circus Boys On the Mississippi," titled "Betrayed by a Sneeze," chaos unravels when a donkey named January finds its way into the pilot house, causing havoc. This incident turns into a moment of jest among the circus crew, with Mr. Sparling and Teddy sharing a light-hearted exchange over the donkey's adventurous ascent. Following this event, Phil Forrest, motivated both by a request from Mr. Sparling and personal stakes due to previous dangers faced by himself and Little Dimples,…
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Tales of Troy

by LovelyMay — Tales of Troy by Andrew Lang is a retelling of the ancient Greek myths surrounding the Trojan War, including the stories of heroes like Achilles, Hector, and Odysseus, as well as the legendary events leading up to and following the fall of Troy, presented in a captivating and accessible narrative style for young readers.
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MY FIRST STAGE

by LovelyMay — In the quiet, picturesque yet socially stagnant town of Muddleton, the seeds of a slander were sown amidst the genteel clatter of tea and polite conversation at Mrs. O'Reilly's drawing room. Mrs. O'Reilly, a sociable widow with an insatiable appetite for gossip, introduces the scandal that Mr. Sigismund Zaluski, a resident of Muddleton and a Polish national, is a Nihilist—a revelation that stirs both shock and intrigue in her visitor, Miss Lena Houghton. The discussion delves into Zaluski's character,…
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CHAPTER IV. Hero-Stuff

by LovelyMay — In "Hero-Stuff," the fourth chapter of "Further Adventures of Lad," the harmony of Lad's life at the Place is disrupted when the Master, believing Lad would benefit from a companion, introduces a collie puppy named Lady, igniting a series of profound changes for Lad. Initially, Lad's serene existence is marred by loneliness, not for his lack until Lady's arrival, but rather due to the unexpected consequences of her presence, illuminating the complexity of companionship beyond mere togetherness. The…
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