424 Results with the "Fiction" genre
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My Books and I
In "Just Folks" chapter 52, titled "My Books and I," the narrator describes the intimate relationship forged with books through various emotional states. This chapter unfolds the comfort and companionship books provide, likening them to old pals who perfectly match the narrator's changing moods. Through playful interactions with the humorous writings of Bill Nye, to the thought-provoking companionship of Stevenson, books serve as a refuge and a source of joy. In moments of sorrow, the narrator turns to the…-
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The Other Fellow
"The Other Fellow" and "The Open Fire" are two reflective and poignant poems exploring the themes of envy, nostalgia, and contentment within human experience. "The Other Fellow" delves into the common human tendency to envy others, assuming their lives are more fortunate, joyful, and free from the burdens we bear. Through a series of rhetorical questions, the poem depicts a universal feeling of looking outward and perceiving others as living the ideal life we wish for ourselves. They seem to encounter…-
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The Call
"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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The Lure That Failed
In "The Lure That Failed," a magical realm is painted, depicting an enchanting land where happiness and sweetness abound, untouched by the weariness of adulthood. This fantastical place is described vividly, a land where the skies remain perpetually azure, a haven where children are nourished on chocolate drops and coconut cookies. It's a world teeming with playful puppy dogs, mischievous kittens, and little tin soldiers standing guard to keep the frightening bears at bay. Accessible only by a wonderful…-
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The Little Army
In a nostalgic cadence, "The Little Army" captures the innocent and fleeting essence of childhood, evoking a vivid tableau of "little women, little men" engrossed in their make-believe battles and adventures. With great detail, it illustrates the vibrant and carefree world of children, who, equipped with wooden swords and guns, engage in playful skirmishes, their faces marked by joyous dimples and smiles. These little soldiers, adorned in paper hats and marching to the jubilant beats of makeshift drums,…-
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Living
"Just Folks" delivers a poignant reflection on the essence of living and the merits of generosity, presented through two luminous sections, "Living" and "On Being Broke." "Living" initiates a contemplative inquiry into the value of life when not punctuated by noble deeds or significant accomplishments. It questions the trepidation associated with departing from life if the future does not hold the promise of impactful actions or if all notable achievements reside in the bygone days. The verse eloquently…-
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As It Is
In the poem "As It Is," the narrator muses on his wishes for a better world, one with kinder people, less greed, and softer views on the faults of others. Despite his longing for improvement, he accepts the world and its inhabitants as they are, acknowledging that life, with all its sorrow, bitterness, and pain, also brings joy, friendship, and love. He concludes that the world, in all its complexity, is ultimately a place of more gladness than sorrow, suggesting an acceptance of life's imperfections and a…-
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A Mountain Woman
Elia Wilkinson Peattie's "A Mountain Woman" tells the captivating story of Leroy Brainard, a charming, intellectually inclined individual who, by avoiding the conventional literary path due to his respect for literature, ventures Westward and unexpectedly marries a "mountain woman" — a woman of heroic qualities, untainted by modern sophistications, embodying the robust spirit of nature and the primal essence of humanity. The narrative unfolds through the voice of Victor, Leroy's friend, depicting the…-
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Jim Lancy’s Waterloo
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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A Resuscitation
After being incarcerated for twenty years, David Culross steps back into life feeling as though resurrected from the dead, grappling with the loss of hope, self-respect, and courage that imprisonment has wrought upon him. Walking through the streets, he is overwhelmed by the vastness of the world and the indifference of its inhabitants, who recognize him as an ex-convict through his demeanor and state-provided attire. Despite having ten dollars and a ticket to Chicago, he feels aimless and devoid of…-
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