424 Results with the "Fiction" genre
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Teddy Tucker's quest for revenge against the circus band, particularly the bass drummer, leads him to disrupt their performance by sucking on lemons, much to the musicians' dismay. His antics cause disarray among the performers, but despite a stern warning from the showman, Mr. Sparling, Teddy remains undeterred. The Circus Boys' adventures continue as the show moves along the Mississippi. They encounter a hiccup when a baboon, Bruiser, escapes during a routine cage cleaning. Bruiser's escape causes chaos,…-
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Upon Harry Sterling's return to Natterley, his transformation from a schoolboy to a university-bound young adult becomes the talk of the town. At the lawn-tennis club, Harry, with his newfound maturity symbolized by the cigarette perched between his lips, is received differently by his peers: warmly by the young men, reluctantly by the younger boys, and with a mix of intrigue and formality by the girls. Among the observers is Mrs. Mortimer, who notices the significant change in Harry, remembering him as a…-
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CHAPTER IX ‑Frivolous Cupid
In the serene twilight of an English meadow, Hilda and a youthful Harry Sterling share a fleeting, yet passionately regrettable moment. As Harry impulsively kisses her, Hilda is left wrestling with a storm of emotions, ranging from guilt to a troubled fascination, acknowledging the profound inappropriateness of the moment given their disparate ages and her own marital status. This episode is swiftly overshadowed by the seemingly innocuous domesticity of her home, where her husband, Mr. Mortimer, remains…-
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CHAPTER X ‑Frivolous Cupid
In "Frivolous Cupid," a poignant scene unfolds as Mrs. Mortimer, now a widow dressed in mourning attire, and her adolescent son Johnnie, find themselves amidst the bustling, vibrant atmosphere of Brighton. Years have passed since Mrs. Mortimer's departure from Natterley, a move prompted by the desire to bring her family closer to George's workplace in Wimbledon—a decision shared with Mrs. Sterling through a letter that hinted at nothing more than logistical convenience. The true essence of their…-
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CHAPTER II ‑Frivolous Cupid
At Colonel Holborow's cozy gathering, filled with bachelors save for himself, the conversation turned to the personal tales behind each man's unmarried state. Amid shared stories, Jack Dexter's narrative stood out for its dramatic and humorous recounting of a chased romance, entangled in mistaken identities and thwarted affections. Dexter's tale begins with his pursuit of Lady Mary Fitzmoine, hindered by her mother, the Duchess of Medmenham, who deems Dexter an unsuitable match. Determined, Dexter follows…-
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CHAPTER III ‑Frivolous Cupid
In Chapter III of "Frivolous Cupid," the narrative unfolds with the engagement of Smugg known among his peers, though it's met with skepticism given his unremarkable character and the shared bewilderment regarding his fiancée's preference for him. The chapter delves into the daily routines of Smugg and his friends as they prepare for exams, highlighting Smugg's peculiar habits and the group's lax approach to their studies. The turning point occurs when Smugg's routine changes; he starts disappearing each…-
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CHAPTER IV ‑Frivolous Cupid
Chapter IV of "Frivolous Cupid" by Anthony Hope introduces us to a dynamic gathering at Poltons, emphasizing the intricate relationships formed within a circle of friends, particularly between the narrator, Miss Audrey Liston, a budding author with a penchant for drawing her characters from real life, and their mutual acquaintances, Sir Gilbert Chillington and Miss Pamela Myles. The narrative is laced with literary banter, the nuances of creative inspiration, and the complexities of human relationships, as…-
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CHAPTER V ‑Frivolous Cupid
Chapter V of "Frivolous Cupid," titled "Twixt Will and Will Not," unravels the tangled web of affections and scorn among the residents and visitors of Poltons Park. The narrator, fondly observing the social theatrics, recounts his initial admiration for the curate, Jack Ives, who unabashedly courts Miss Beatrice Queenborough, or Trix, a wealthy heiress. Unlike other suitors who are deterred by Trix's fortune, Ives pursues her with singular boldness, undisturbed by the disparity of their social standings or…-
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CHAPTER VI ‑Frivolous Cupid
In Chapter VI of "Frivolous Cupid," titled "Which Shall It Be?", a day unfolds with a philosopher engrossed in a book of ontology, critically analyzing its contents, oblivious to the serene environment of the orchard he is in. His solitude is interrupted by Miss May, a young woman seeking his counsel on a matter of the heart under the guise of discussing a scenario from a novel she has been reading. She paints a picture of a girl torn between two prospective lovers: one whom her family and she find…-
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CHAPTER VII ‑Frivolous Cupid
In "Marriage by Compulsion," Duke Deodonato, ruler of a duchy, is persuaded by Dr. Fusbius that marriage is the best state for humans. Consequently, Deodonato decrees that all single men over twenty-one must marry within three weeks. However, this bold move disrupts the duchy, especially when he implies he himself will select a bride for his qualities, ignoring wealth or status. This causes all eligible women to refuse proposals, hoping to be chosen by the Duke, and disrupts the decree's intentions. The…-
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