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Buttercup Gold and Other Stories by Ellen Robena Field is a delightful collection of heartwarming tales and poems that celebrate nature, kindness, and the innocence of childhood. Filled with vivid imagery and timeless lessons, the book offers a nostalgic glimpse into simple joys and moral values.-
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As It Is
In the poem "As It Is," the narrator muses on his wishes for a better world, one with kinder people, less greed, and softer views on the faults of others. Despite his longing for improvement, he accepts the world and its inhabitants as they are, acknowledging that life, with all its sorrow, bitterness, and pain, also brings joy, friendship, and love. He concludes that the world, in all its complexity, is ultimately a place of more gladness than sorrow, suggesting an acceptance of life's imperfections and a…-
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In this letter to Pierre de Ronsard, the writer expresses deep admiration for Ronsard's poetry and his choice of eternal rest among the natural beauty and ancient heroes of the Elysian fields, contrasting it with the unfortunate fate of his tomb and memory through the ages. Ronsard's longing for a simple grave near the Loire, adorned only by laurel and nature, is highlighted against the reality of his tomb's destruction during the religious and revolutionary turmoil in France. The letter delves into the…-
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In Chapter XV of "The Circus Boys on the Mississippi," the Sparling circus fleet is navigating downstream smoothly until an unexpected commotion occurs. Teddy, having had a significant role in a previous cabin incident, manages to sleep through the chaos that unfolds later, whereas, Phil and the rest of the circus members are not as undisturbed. The crux of the disturbance is centered around Mr. Cummings, the pilot steering the "Marie." His night is filled with irritation and threats of revenge against…-
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"THE BLENDING"--of alternate prose and verse--"is not unknown in various countries." Thus in Dr. Steere's Swahili Tales (London, 1870), p. vii. we read: "It is a constant characteristic of popular native tales to have a sort of burden, which all join in singing. Frequently the skeleton of the story seems to be contained in these snatches of singing, which the story-teller connects by an extemporized account of the intervening history . . . Almost all these stories had sung parts, and of some of these,…-
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XVII -The woman in the Alcove
In Chapter XVII of "The Woman in the Alcove," titled "Sweetwater in a New Role," we find a gripping narrative focused on an espionage mission involving three main characters in the district attorney's office: the district attorney, the inspector, and the detective named Sweetwater. Assigned to surveil Mr. Grey, Sweetwater reveals a startling piece of intelligence to the officials, eliciting a tense reaction and prompting a lockdown of the room for a private discussion. Sweetwater recounts his recent…-
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AN UNCOUNTED HOUR
In "An Uncounted Hour" from *Dolly Dialogues*, we find ourselves in a scene rich with casual yet revealing banter, surrounded by the elegant landscape of The Towers. The morning unfolds with Lady Mickleham and the narrator, identified only as Mr. Carter, indulging in an almost whimsical conversation. Set against the backdrop of feeding a retriever pâté de foie gras—much to the dowager's chagrin—the dialogue swings between topics of extravagance, economy, and personal revelations. Lady Mickleham, in a…-
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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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Chapter XIX
Chapter XIX marks a critical and transformative moment in Addie’s life, set against the backdrop of New York City in September 2014. After years of being caught in a tumultuous web of emotions involving Luc, a being from the darkness, and the passionate love she shares with Henry, Addie finds herself standing on the threshold of monumental decisions. The city, alive with its incessant pulse and energy, mirrors the unrest brewing within Addie’s heart. As the night deepens and the city quiets around her,…-
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43. A Microscope
A Microscope plays a pivotal role in Chapter 43, set in 1969, where Kya, still recovering from a brutal attack by Chase, finds herself journeying through the marshlands in search of solace. Bruised and swollen from the assault, she is physically marked by the trauma, yet something about the peaceful estuary and the promise of a new discovery draws her in. It is there, amidst the stillness of nature, that she crosses paths with Tate, an old acquaintance who invites her aboard his research vessel to take a…-
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