615 Results with the "Historical Fiction" genre


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      Big Claude

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with von Rumpel, a determined and calculating figure, visiting Levitte the perfumer, who is portrayed as self-important and physically unappealing. Von Rumpel struggles to maintain his composure amid the overpowering scents of the shop, while inwardly reflecting on his recent facade of inspecting art collections along the Breton coast. His true purpose for being there remains concealed, hinting at a deeper mission. The perfumer’s obsequious demeanor and fleeting attention to von…
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      Paris

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Marie-Laure and her great-uncle Etienne return to Paris after the war, renting the same flat where she grew up. Etienne obsessively scans newspapers and listens to radios, hoping for news of her missing father, while Marie-Laure relies on her heightened auditory perception to navigate their grim reality. Each day, they wait at the Gare d’Austerlitz, surrounded by the hollow-eyed survivors of war, their hope dwindling as the station clock marks time. The chapter paints a poignant picture of their shared…
    • ILLUSTRATED BOOKS {8} Cover
      by LovelyMay "Illustrated Books" traces the journey of artistic expression through the printed page, especially focusing on England’s evolution in literary imagery. This chapter marks a pivotal shift in visual storytelling that emerged toward the close of the 18th century, with figures like Thomas Bewick leading the transformation through wood engraving. Unlike earlier illustrations engraved in metal, Bewick's use of wood allowed for sharper, more intricate lines and a natural rhythm that complemented the printed…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter II – The Cavalry General begins by emphasizing the importance of motivating cavalrymen through a system of recognition and rewards. Just as Athenians invest energy and pride into chorus performances for modest prizes, cavalry competitions and displays can inspire similar enthusiasm. By offering honors for outstanding skill and conduct, commanders can foster a spirit of excellence. These incentives don’t merely entertain—they develop discipline and sharpen combat readiness. Recognized judges…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 24: Duck Boy begins in a small kitchen where community and food intersect to uncover difficult truths. Sweet potato pie was the lure—everyone on Chicken Hill knew Paper made it best. She gathered Nate, Addie, Rusty, and Fatty at the table, hoping Miggy would also join. Miggy, who worked at Pennhurst, eventually arrived wearing her nurse’s whites, no longer the dazzling oracle seen days before. Her professional demeanor softened upon seeing Nate, though tension lingered between their shared…
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      Chapter 17

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 17 begins with Beth’s perilous journey through a storm-swollen creek, a test of both her courage and her determination. Struggling against the powerful current, she discovers three stranded children in a dilapidated cabin, their frightened eyes reflecting the chaos unfolding around them. With her horse, Scooter, refusing to cross the treacherous waters, Beth takes it upon herself to wade through the icy flood, pushing past exhaustion and fear to reach them. As she battles the rising tide, she…
    • Chapter 18: Isabelle’s Resistance Mission Cover
      by Denzelle As the weight of war pressed upon occupied France, Isabelle found herself drawn further into the perilous world of the Resistance. The chapter unfolds with her aiding a wounded RAF pilot, Lieutenant Torrance MacLeish, who had parachuted into enemy territory after his aircraft was shot down. With enemy patrols combing the area, Isabelle’s quick thinking became his only chance at survival. She disguised him in her father’s old clothing, carefully altering his appearance to help him blend in, while she…
    • Chapter 9: Stella’s Identity and the Cost of Reinvention Cover
      by Denzelle Stella Vignes’ journey in this chapter is one of profound transformation and internal conflict as she adopts the identity of a white woman, leaving behind her life as a Black woman to seek safety, stability, and the privileges that whiteness affords in a racially divided society. This decision, born from a desire to survive and transcend the limitations imposed upon her by systemic racism, reshapes her identity and isolates her from her past. It is not merely a physical change but an emotional and…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 16: The Visit opens with Chona, comatose in a private hospital room, receiving special treatment arranged by a wealthy theater owner from Philadelphia. This arrangement creates a sense of discomfort among the hospital staff, who are unaccustomed to dealing with such high-profile patients. The presence of a diverse group of visitors, particularly wealthy Jews and several Black individuals, raises suspicion among the nurses, who aren’t used to this mix on their floor. For four days, Chona remains…
    • O: ARTHUR: By the River Thames, 1854 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Arthur had always dreamed of visiting the Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations, but financial constraints had kept him away. Finally, in 1854, with a shilling in hand, he joined the masses heading toward the Crystal Palace at Sydenham Hill. The grand exhibition, which had already seen millions of visitors since its opening by Queen Victoria in 1851, promised to showcase the achievements of global industries. Arthur, feeling a wave of excitement mixed with nervousness, mentally…
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