424 Results with the "Fiction" genre
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THE HUNTING PARSON
The chapter delves into the complex figure of the hunting parson, confronting the societal disapproval that clergymen face when indulging in the sport of hunting. The author grapples with his own conflicted feelings, recognizing the public's censure while personally struggling to see the harm in a clergyman's participation in hunting. The key argument against clerical hunting—that it consumes time that should be devoted to parish duties—falls flat to the author, who counters that clergymen, living in…-
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THE MASTER OF HOUNDS
In this chapter, the author contrasts the master of hounds described in Jorrocks' anecdotes with the traditional, prestigious role of English hunt leadership. Describing Mr. Jorrocks as a stopgap figure, someone who fills the role out of necessity rather than nobility, the text quickly parts ways with this image to delve into the idealized figure of the master of hounds. This ideal master is depicted as a well-off, integral figure in English country life, often a longstanding county resident or a wealthy…-
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HOW TO RIDE TO HOUNDS
Invoking the guidance of deities and the wisdom of Orion, the narrator embarks on the daunting task of imparting the nuances of fox-hunting, an art that transcends mere instruction, relying heavily on natural aptitude and hands-on experience. The essence of the pursuit, underscored by the indispensability of hounds in chasing the elusive fox, sets the stage for an elaborate discourse on the sport’s fundamentals, particularly targeting novices eager to immerse themselves in this tradition-steeped…-
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THE CASE OF GEORGE DEDLOW
Rejected by medical journals, George Dedlow's narrative unfolds the extraordinary and psychical journey of his life, particularly during and after the Civil War. Being a physician's son with aspirations to partner with his father, George's path takes a detour as the Civil War ignites. With medical studies interrupted and propelled by necessity and sense of duty, he joins the army as an assistant surgeon. Dedlow's service is marked by his eventual transition into active combat roles, leading to a grievous…-
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