424 Results with the "Fiction" genre
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CHAPTER II. The Fetish
The last twenty yards of the ordeal were covered in silence except for the steady splash of Lad's paws. Reaching the dock, the Master extended a hand, grasped the constable's soaking collar, and hauled the inert mass of humanity up onto the stringpiece. Then he reached down for Lad. The collie was almost as inert as the man he had saved. His mighty,effort, coupled with the stunning shock of fear that had clutched him when he felt both their bodies sinking beneath the lake's surface, had drained his…-
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CHAPTER IV. Hero-Stuff
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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CHAPTER V. The Stowaway
The Place, home to three collies—Lad, Lady, and their son, Wolf—faces a tumultuous period when Lady is taken to a veterinary hospital due to distemper. In her absence, Lad dedicates himself to disciplining their unruly son, Wolf, an endeavor that sees success by the time Lady returns home. However, Lady's illness causes a shift in relationships, with Lady and Wolf forming a close bond, excluding Lad. Seeking to regain affection, Lad attempts to engage with them, but finds himself sidelined, leading him…-
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CHAPTER VI. The Tracker
In Chapter VI of "Further Adventures of Lad" titled "The Tracker," the Place becomes the temporary home of an unruly child named Cyril. Cyril is sent to the Place while his parents are in Europe, largely due to his poor health and their hope that the countryside will aid his recovery. Cyril proves to be a challenge, causing chaos and displaying a notable lack of discipline, particularly in contrast to the well-mannered collie, Lad. Cyril's mischievousness quickly disrupts the tranquility of the Place,…-
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CHAPTER VII. The Juggernaut
Everyone seems to have known Lady, incidentally. Oh! And another thing; Rhuburger's father used to be seen around, occasionally, with a rather bizarre character known as Bilke. Bilke has a certain hobby. Namely, running over dogs. He'd driven that route scores of times, with Rhuburger and without him, just for the dog-chasing. The apple doesn't fall far from the tree, it seems. Rhuburger, it turns out, had a pact with Bilke about competing for 'records' in dog-killing. It was rather an open secret." There…-
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CHAPTER VIII. In Strange Company
In "In Strange Company," a chapter from "Further Adventures of Lad," the aging but still spirited collie, Lad, once more finds adventure in the wilderness with his owners, the Mistress and the Master. This outing takes him to the Ramapo Mountains for a camping trip, heralding not just a test of survival, but a profound showcase of loyalty and courage in the face of danger. As the camp breaks and preparations to return home begin, Lad is accidentally left tied near the campsite, forgotten as the team…-
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CHAPTER X. The Intruders
Chapter X: "The Intruders" from *Further Adventures of Lad* narrates an episode where the tranquility of The Place is disturbed by unwanted guests, with Lad, the venerable collie, standing as sentinel. The trouble begins when a pig, belonging to the curmudgeonly farmer Titus Romaine, exploits a gap in the fence to forage on The Place's land. Lad, who has loyally protected The Place for years, finds himself confronting the intruder. Unlike other animals that stray onto the property, pigs present a unique…-
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CHAPTER XI. The Guard
Lad, an aging collie, confronts the limitations and physical decline of old age but retains his spirited and protective nature. His days are characterized by diminishing vitality and increased dependence, yet Lad's essence—his loyalty, intelligence, and courage—remains untouched. When Sonya, a young girl mistreated by her father Ruloff, connects with Lad, she finds in him a guardian whose presence instills in her a sense of protection and love. Despite Lad's frailty, he vigilantly defends her against…-
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Before her attempt to reform, Blanche Devine was a notorious figure in her small town, known for her past as a very bad woman. Despite her attractiveness and expensive attire, she was shunned by the townsfolk. Her ownership of the House with the Closed Shutters and her mysterious, luxurious lifestyle fueled local gossip. However, Blanche decided to change her life, purchasing a white cottage and striving to live like any other respectable woman. This decision shocked the community, igniting a scandal among…
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The Gay Old Dog [1917]
Jo Hertz, a fifty-year-old plump and lonely bachelor living in Chicago, finds himself reflecting on his life after observing troops heading to war, which stirs deep-seated emotions about his own missed opportunities for marriage and fatherhood. Despite his current life as a "Loop-hound," indulging in the superficial pleasures of the city and surrounding himself with luxury, a chance encounter with Emily, the woman he once loved, reawakens feelings of what might have been. Emily, now married with a son…-
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