424 Results with the "Fiction" genre
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AN UNCOUNTED HOUR
In "An Uncounted Hour" from *Dolly Dialogues*, we find ourselves in a scene rich with casual yet revealing banter, surrounded by the elegant landscape of The Towers. The morning unfolds with Lady Mickleham and the narrator, identified only as Mr. Carter, indulging in an almost whimsical conversation. Set against the backdrop of feeding a retriever pâté de foie gras—much to the dowager's chagrin—the dialogue swings between topics of extravagance, economy, and personal revelations. Lady Mickleham, in a…-
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A REMINISCENCE
In "A Reminiscence" from the Dolly Dialogues, the narrative unfolds through a conversation primarily between Mr. Carter, Miss Phyllis, and Mrs. Hilary. Mrs. Hilary is in the midst of searching for a governess for her younger relatives and is discussing the qualifications and duties of the position, outlining a typical education for young girls. Mr. Carter interjects with personal anecdotes, reminiscing about his encounters with a previous governess under the old apple tree at his father's house, which…-
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A VERY FINE DAY
In "A Very Fine Day" from the "Dolly Dialogues," the narrator recounts an intriguing interaction with his cousin George and later with Lady Mickleham, known affectionately as Dolly. At the outset, Mrs. Hilary expresses her disapproval, setting a tone of societal gaze and expectations that thread through the story. George, hopelessly in love, is introduced by the narrator to Lady Mickleham, presumably to further his romantic pursuits. Their connections lead to various encounters, including a moment when…-
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THE HOUSE OPPOSITE
In "The House Opposite," the narrator engages Mrs. Hilary, Miss Phyllis, and Hilary in a discussion sparked by the recounting of young Algy Groom's unfortunate misadventure in Paris, which led to the loss of the one hundred pounds his father had given him to learn French. Rather than focusing on the misfortune itself, the conversation quickly pivots to the broader topic of youthful deceptions, drawing parallels between boys' and girls' slight against parental expectations. Mrs. Hilary, initially indignant…-
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A QUICK CHANGE
In "A Quick Change," Dolly and Mr. Carter engage in a playful and winding conversation filled with wit and subtle flirtations. Dolly begins by bemoaning the dullness of attending the theater with her husband, Archie, prompting a discussion on the nature of respectability and decency, cleverly masked under the guise of banal social norms. Mr. Carter, with his characteristic discretion, compliments Dolly in a manner that revisits their shared history and inside jokes, notably a past conversation about…-
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A SLIGHT MISTAKE
In "A Slight Mistake" from the "Dolly Dialogues," the narrative begins with a humorous interaction between the narrator, presumably Mr. Carter, and Mrs. Hilary, who is preparing for a ceremony. Mr. Carter's offering of a negligible sum instead of more substantial financial support sets the stage for his witty, yet aloof persona. The conversation quickly moves beyond mere financial assistance, touching upon the values taught at the school Mrs. Hilary is involved with and her own aspirations to dedicate her…-
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THE OTHER LADY
In the chapter titled "The Other Lady" from "Dolly Dialogues," the narrator reflects on an eventful reception he nearly missed, setting the stage for a humorous and nuanced conversation with Lady Mickleham. Amidst I declining an invitation and sharing light-hearted banter, he reveals he fell in love the previous night. Lady Mickleham, skeptical yet indulgent, listens to his whimsical account of love at first sight—a narrative not dampened even by the acknowledgement that his affection is directed toward…-
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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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ONE WAY IN
In a dream-like sequence, Samuel Carter recounts his imaginary journey to the afterlife, finding himself in a bureaucratic setting reminiscent of a celestial customs office. Upon entering a small, square room through a green baize door, he is greeted by Rhadamanthus, the judge of the dead. Carter witnesses the graceful exit of Mrs. Hilary through a door labeled "Elysian Fields" and expresses his interest in joining her, but Rhadamanthus, stationed at a large table, requests Carter to sit as he reviews his…-
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CHAPTER I. The Coming Of Lad
The quiet village of Hampton and its surroundings are disrupted by a series of professional and amateur burglaries, igniting fears and leading to an epidemic of increased security measures among the residents. Amid this unease, the Mistress and Master of "the Place," a serene thirty-acre homestead isolated by its surrounding landscapes, feel the absence of a family dog acutely. To address their safety concerns and fill the void left by their recently deceased pointer, they compromise on getting a collie,…-
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