424 Results with the "Fiction" genre
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THE SLAYING OF PARIS
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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At a critical moment, with the Greek ships under threat, Patroclus seeks Achilles' aid, proposing to wear his armor and lead the fresh Myrmidons into battle. Achilles consents but instructs Patroclus to only repel the Trojans, not pursue them. Patroclus, donning Achilles' feared armor, successfully pushes the Trojans back with the Myrmidons' aid, mistakenly believing Achilles has returned to the fray. Despite his victory near the ships, Patroclus overextends into the Trojan ranks, aiming to breach their…
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THE SHOEMAKER AND THE DEVIL
On Christmas Eve, a hardworking but poor shoemaker named Fyodor Nilov laments his lot in life as he finishes a pair of boots for a disturbing and peculiar customer from Kolokolny Lane. Consumed by thoughts of inequality and frustration with his poverty, Fyodor finds himself confronting the bizarre reality of his customer—who turns out to be the devil—with a horse-like hoof for a foot. Seeing an opportunity, Fyodor strikes a deal with the devil, asking to be made rich in exchange for his soul. The…-
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The Scoffer
In "The Scoffer," a reflective poem, the speaker initially imagines himself scoffing at historical figures like Benjamin Franklin and Robert Fulton during their times of innovation. He depicts a scene where, had he lived in Franklin's era, he would have mockingly observed Franklin experimenting with electricity by flying a kite in the rain, a key attached to its tail, dismissing him as insane. Similarly, the speaker admits he might have been among those ridiculing Fulton, doubting the feasibility of…-
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The Schoolmistress and Other Stories by Anton Chekhov is a poignant collection of short stories capturing the complexities of human nature, societal struggles, and the quiet tragedies of everyday life. With his characteristic wit and empathy, Chekhov explores themes of love, loneliness, and the fleeting nature of happiness.-
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THE SCHOOLMISTRESS
In a quiet, reflective tone, the chapter introduces Marya Vassilyevna, a meticulous schoolmistress pondering over her school’s upcoming examination while journeying home through desolate, muddy Russian countryside. Her thoughts are momentarily diverged by news of a government clerk's arrest and the passing encounter with Hanov, a neighboring landowner known for his lethargy and alleged drinking habits, once an examiner at her school. Marya Vassilyevna reflects on Hanov’s inexplicable choice to live in…-
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THE REQUIEM
In the peaceful village of Verhny Zaprudy, the churchgoers disperse after the conclusion of mass, leaving shopkeeper Andrey Andreyitch the last to linger, immersed in his private somber reflections amidst the church's familiar environs. His presence attracts the ire of Father Grigory, who confronts him over an insensitively worded prayer note for his deceased daughter, Mariya, igniting a heated exchange that publicly challenges Andrey's understanding of sin, repentance, and parental duty. Andrey, adorned…-
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The Real Successes
Chapter 39 of "Just Folks" opens with a contemplative piece titled "The Real Successes," exploring the notion of true achievement beyond material wealth. It challenges the conventional yardsticks of success, emphasizing virtues and integrity over financial gains. This poem underscores the idea that many who appear to have failed by societal standards are, in God's eyes, of substantial worth. It argues that true success lies not in the accumulation of riches but in honest struggle, moral character, and the…-
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The Raindrops
In the whimsical world above the Earth, close to the Sky Country, exists Cloudland, home to diligent little beings known as raindrops. Dedicated to their purpose, these droplets are aware of the significant duties assigned by the King of Cloudland. On one particularly warm morning, two spirited raindrops observe the arid and heated landscape below, deciding to descend to Earthdom to make a positive impact. Rallying their siblings for a communal venture, they embark, transforming their journey into a…-
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THE PERVERSENESS OF IT
In the chapter "The Perverseness of It" from "Dolly Dialogues," a conversational interlude unfolds between Mr. Carter and Miss Nellie Phaeton during a drive through the Park. Their dialogue, marked by wit and subtle revelations, navigates through themes of love, marriage, social standings, and personal desires against societal norms. Miss Phaeton's gusto and Mr. Carter's cautious charm underscore a societal critique veiled in humor and irony. They debate the romanticized concept of love versus the…-
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