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I -The woman in the Alcove

by LovelyMay — In "The Woman with the Diamond," the narrator, a plain but immensely happy girl, experiences an unexpected turn of events at a grand ball in New York. She does not see herself as lovable due to her plain appearance and has dedicated her life to nursing, believing love was not meant for her. However, this changes when Anson Durand, a man she admires, chooses her over more vivacious women, declaring his love in a secluded conservatory. He professes his love passionately, asking her to marry him soon, which…
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DEATH OF ACHILLES

by LovelyMay — **Death of Achilles - Summary** In this chapter of "Tales of Troy," the narrative unfolds with Ulysses reminiscing about Helen's role in the Trojan War. Her beauty remains unmatched, yet her sorrow grows, knowing she's the cause of such strife. Ulysses stays silent about an ominous prophecy involving the Amazons, a fierce race of warrior women. Their queen, Penthesilea, driven by both ambition and grief over her sister's accidental death, leads twelve Amazons to Troy, hoping to achieve glory or a noble…
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VALOUR OF EURYPYLUS

by LovelyMay — In "Tales of Troy," the death of Aias (Ajax) brings deep sorrow to the Greek camp, particularly affecting Ulysses (Odysseus), who regrets the controversy over Achilles' arms that led Aias to his demise. Despite their victories, the Greeks feel the toll of war, having lost many heroes, including Achilles and Patroclus. Doubt and weariness grip them, leading to a proposal by Menelaus to abandon the siege, a test of their resolve. Diomede (Diomedes) and Ulysses reject this, with Ulysses announcing plans to…
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THE SLAYING OF PARIS

by LovelyMay — In "The Slaying of Paris" from "Tales of Troy," the Greek army, facing new challenges under Trojan leader Deiphobus, seeks advice from their seer Calchas. He instructs them to retrieve Philoctetes, a skilled archer abandoned on Lemnos due to a venomous, incurable wound caused by a dragon. Residing in misery, left to fend off with sea birds, his existence is marked by constant agony and isolation. Ulysses and Diomede are dispatched to bring him back, promising healing and honors. Upon arrival at the…
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HOW ULYSSES INVENTED THE DEVICE OF THE HORSE OF TREE

by LovelyMay — Following Paris's death, Helen remained captivated in Troy, now taken by Deiphobus, Paris's brother, due to the Trojans' refusal to return her to the Greeks, who continued their siege on Troy. Despite their valiant efforts, the Greek attacks on the Trojan walls were repelled, leading them to seek counsel from the prophet Calchas. He advised employing cunning, inspired by an omen involving a hawk and a dove, suggesting deception over direct confrontation. Ulysses proposed a cunning plan: constructing a…
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XV -The woman in the Alcove

by LovelyMay — In Chapter XV of "The Woman in the Alcove," the tension between the inspector and the narrator deepens as they discuss the mysterious figures, Sears and Wellgood, in relation to Mrs. Fairbrother's murder. The inspector shares a detailed description of Sears, hoping it might prompt the narrator’s memory, but the description doesn't align well with her brief recollection of Wellgood, further complicating their investigation. The variability in witness accounts about Wellgood's appearance frustrates their…
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II -The woman in the Alcove

by LovelyMay — In Chapter II of "The Woman in the Alcove," the narrator regains consciousness to find herself in a room filled with tumult and concern, her fiancé, Mr. Durand, standing beside her. A tragedy has occurred: a woman has been found murdered in an alcove, leading to a state of shock and bewilderment among the guests. Although weak, the narrator insists on staying alongside Durand, despite his apparent unease and the general atmosphere of suspicion that begins to envelop him, particularly due to his last known…
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III -The woman in the Alcove

by LovelyMay — In Chapter III of "The Woman in the Alcove," the protagonist is engulfed in a whirl of despair and confusion as the illustrious diamond, central to a crime, is discovered concealed within her possessions. She vehemently denies any involvement, asserting her ignorance of how the jewel and the gloves, in which it was hidden, came to be in her bag. The kindly inspector, while expressing belief in her innocence, hints at a man's involvement, leading her to staunchly defend Anson Durand's integrity, suggesting…
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IV -The woman in the Alcove

by LovelyMay — In Chapter IV of "The Woman in the Alcove," titled "Explanations," the protagonist's faith in Anson Durand is shattered upon witnessing a shocking scene implicating him in a grave crime. Durand, however, insists on his innocence and proceeds to explain his complex situation. He reveals that he was commissioned by a wealthy client to procure a diamond unparalleled in New York, a task that led him to Mrs. Fairbrother, known for her exceptional diamond. Durand's aim to compare the diamonds underlies his…
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V -The woman in the Alcove

by LovelyMay — In Chapter V of "The Woman in the Alcove," titled "Superstition," the protagonist experiences a tumultuous sequence of events at a social gathering. After being urged by her uncle to leave the scene for her safety, she feels a strong urge to take one last look at the setting of her deepest interests. From a discreet vantage point, she witnesses interactions centered around a remarkably recovered diamond, which captivates the attendees, including a certain Englishman, Mr. Grey, whose peculiar behavior…
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