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Chapter 3: Jude and the Past

by testsuphomeAdmin — There were times when he wanted to say the name aloud, to let it pass his lips and dissipate into the air, as if that might finally free him. Yet every time he began, the words would catch in his throat, swallowed by fear. Chapter 3 of his life felt like a turning point—what if speaking it made the memories sharper, gave them weight, or summoned the person he most wanted to forget? It was easier to leave the name unspoken, to let it remain a ghost haunting his thoughts rather than risk giving it…
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Chapter II

by testsuphomeAdmin — Chapter II begins with Mibs Beaumont, the narrator, reflecting on her life at home following a traumatic incident involving her father. That night, she shares a dimly lit bedroom with her younger sister, Gypsy. Mibs listens to the sounds around her—Gypsy’s steady breathing, the muffled activity of her mother and brother Rocket downstairs, and even the low rumbling of the earth itself. The atmosphere is thick with the noise of a family navigating its own sense of instability. Meanwhile, Mibs’ mother…
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Chapter XXXV

by testsuphomeAdmin — Chapter XXXV brings the Beaumont family to the heart of Salina Hope Hospital, where tension and emotion fill the air as they step into the critical care unit. The family’s arrival is marked by a somber atmosphere as Momma gathers her children—Rocket, Fish, Samson, and the protagonist—into a tight embrace. With visible concern, she expresses her anxiety over Poppa’s condition, holding her children close as she processes the fear of what’s to come. While she is focused on Poppa, Rocket, in a…
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Chapter 2

by testsuphomeAdmin — The chapter opens with the narrator reflecting on an unconventional decision to drive to New York instead of flying, prompted by a conversation at a party. Harris, the narrator's partner, introduces a theory dividing people into "Drivers" and "Parkers." Drivers, he explains, find joy in mundane activities and can endure long, uneventful tasks like cross-country drives, while Parkers thrive on challenging, applause-worthy tasks but often feel bored or disappointed otherwise. The narrator subtly reveals her…
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Contributions

by testsuphomeAdmin — The chapter describes a tight-knit group of women who practice "esusu," a traditional rotating savings system where members contribute money monthly, and each takes turns receiving the pooled funds. The system relies on strict rules and mutual trust, with severe consequences for those who fail to meet their obligations. The women pride themselves on self-sufficiency, rejecting banks and loans, and enforcing order through collective discipline. Past incidents, such as seizing a generator or temporarily…
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A TRAGIC ACTOR

by LovelyMay — In "A Tragic Actor," the story unfolds on the benefit night of Fenogenov, a celebrated tragic actor, during the performance of "Prince Serebryany" where his prowess leaves the audience, especially Masha, the police captain's daughter, in awe. This marks Masha's first encounter with the theater, igniting an unparalleled passion within her. Moved by the performances, Masha persuades her father to extend a dinner invitation to the actors, excluding the actresses, fearing the influence they might wield over…
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Yesterday

by LovelyMay — Chapter 41 opens with a reflection on the fluid nature of ability and memory in the game of golf, delving into the narrator's observations and experiences. Despite being relatively new to golf, having played for scarcely a year, the narrator, who self-identifies as a 'dub' or novice, has noticed a recurring theme among his golfing companions. Regardless of their performance, there seems to be a universal refrain: they performed better "yesterday." This lamentation spans across various situations on the…
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PART. VI -Buttered Side Down

by LovelyMay — In "One of the Old Girls" from "Buttered Side Down," we meet Effie Bauer, an accomplished and prosperous department store employee well-versed in the latest trends in fashion and personal adornment. Despite her professional success, Effie's personal life has not followed the conventional path of early marriage and family; she has remained single into middle age, not out of choice, but due to a lack of opportunity in her younger years. Effie is portrayed as a capable and independent woman, yet one who…
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CHAPTER V – The Circus Boys on the Mississippi

by LovelyMay — In Chapter V of "The Circus Boys On the Mississippi," Mr. Sparling, the circus owner, invites Phil and Teddy for a mysterious walk after instructing all performers to pack up, sparking curiosity and gossip among the show people due to the unusual command to prepare to leave the train. As they meander through the town and approach the river, the boys' wonder grows until they spot three yellow boats with "The Sparling Combined Shows" painted on the side, revealing Mr. Sparling's surprise plan to take the…
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III. Theory of Perception.

by LovelyMay — Henri Bergson's philosophical work, as summarized from the provided chapter, delves into the relativity of perception and the transformative journey from common experience to profound action. Bergson distinguishes between fact and construction, proposing a series where each term can be seen as fact to the following terms and constructed in relation to preceding ones, aiming for a "contact with pure immediacy." This effort signifies a critical journey from complexity to simplicity in understanding…
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