424 Results with the "Fiction" genre
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XIV ‑The woman in the Alcove
In Chapter XIV titled "Trapped" from "The Woman in the Alcove," the narrator engages in a tense conversation with Inspector Dalzell concerning the progress in a criminal investigation connected to Mr. Grey and Mr. Durand. The discussion reveals ongoing efforts to locate a critical witness named Sears and hints at the complexities surrounding the involvement of a waiter named Wellgood. The interaction is marked by an air of mutual caution and the revelation of small, potentially significant details about…-
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XIII ‑The woman in the Alcove
Chapter XIII of "The Woman in the Alcove" describes a restless and anxious night for the narrator, who is heavily burdened with worries about Mr. Durand's fate and the effect of a halted plan intended to prove his innocence. Despite her patient's recovery, her thoughts are not with the patient but with the unfolding mystery and Mr. Durand's precarious situation. The morning brings a conversation with Miss Grey, revealing her heart's secret and adding to the narrator's emotional load. An interaction with…-
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XII ‑The woman in the Alcove
In Chapter XII of "The Woman in the Alcove," Alice Ayers, under the guise of a nurse, begins her covert investigation into Mr. Grey, suspecting him of involvement in a notorious crime. Upon her arrival, she is warmly welcomed by both Mr. Grey and his ailing daughter, which immediately stirs conflict within her. Despite her suspicions, Alice is drawn to their kindness and nobility, complicating her secret mission to exonerate her lover, Anson Durand, by implicating Mr. Grey. Mr. Grey, concerned for his…-
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XI ‑The woman in the Alcove
Chapter XI of "The Woman in the Alcove" by Anna Katharine Green titled "The Inspector Astonishes Me," unfolds a significant leap in the investigation into the mystery surrounding the Fairbrother gem. The narrator reveals that no progress was made in improving Mr. Durand’s standing nor in implicating Mr. Grey over the two weeks following the initial events. Mr. Fairbrother contributes a crucial piece of evidence from his sickbed in New Mexico, asserting that the real diamond had a unique setting he…-
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X ‑The woman in the Alcove
In Chapter X of "The Woman in the Alcove," the narrator engages in a pivotal conversation with the Inspector, revealing her deep suspicions about Mr. Grey's involvement in a crime centered around a coveted diamond. The Inspector, initially incredulous, listens as the narrator unfolds her detailed theory that Mr. Grey, driven by an obsession to acquire the diamond, orchestrated a complex scheme involving a stiletto, a family cry of death, and a deceptive substitution of the real diamond with a fake. She…-
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When the World Tips Over
When the World Tips Over by James F. Lawrence follows a group of characters facing societal collapse and personal crisis. As they navigate political upheaval and survival, the novel explores themes of resilience and the human spirit in times of uncertainty.-
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When Mother Sleeps
The poem "When Mother Sleeps" delicately navigates the profound vigilance and unconditional love of a mother, juxtaposing her deep slumbers with the acute awareness she has for her baby's needs. Despite the intrusion of loud noises or the chaos of the world outside, a mother’s sleep remains undisturbed, symbolizing the depth of her exhaustion and the peace she finds in rare moments of rest. However, the narrative quickly shifts to emphasize the instant, almost magical awakening that occurs at her…-
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When Mother Cooked With Wood
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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WHAT MIGHT HAVE BEEN
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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VIII. Conclusion.
In the discussed chapter of "A New Philosophy: Henri Bergson," the narrative delves into Bergson's critiques and expansion of the concept of reason, emphasizing two fundamental types of order: geometric and vital. Bergson is portrayed as moving away from a rigid, rationalist understanding of the universe to embrace a more organic, evolutionary perspective. The chapter contrasts the static, predictable pattern of geometric order with the dynamic, creative flux of vital order, arguing that reality…-
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