613 Results with the "Historical Fiction" genre


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      Hotel of Bees

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter "Hotel of Bees" opens with Werner recalling a chaotic moment in a cellar beneath the hotel, where an explosion throws him and his companions into disarray. The scene is vividly described: the ceiling light flickers out, and the massive Frank Volkheimer's field light scatters like a beetle as a deafening roar consumes everything. Werner is momentarily transported to a childhood memory of a mule's grave in Zollverein, highlighting his disorientation and the surreal blending of past and present.…
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      Herr Siedler

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a tense scene at Children’s House, where Werner and his sister Jutta are interrupted by a lance corporal’s unexpected visit after curfew. The imposing figure, adorned with a swastika armband and pistol, exudes hostility as he inspects the modest living space. Werner fears his hidden shortwave radio has been discovered, but the corporal instead demands his repair skills. Frau Elena, visibly shaken, instructs Werner to accompany the man, leaving Jutta anxiously watching from the…
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      Heaven

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter "Heaven" depicts a tender yet tense moment between Madame Manec and Marie-Laure as they walk through a field near Saint-Malo. Despite Madame Manec’s recent promise to Etienne to avoid overexertion, she subtly engages in resistance activities, exchanging envelopes with a contact. The idyllic setting of Queen Anne’s lace and buzzing bees contrasts with the underlying tension of wartime. Marie-Laure, blind and curious, questions Madame about their surroundings and the mysterious "roneo…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Marie-Laure, the blind protagonist, awakens to the haunting illusion of her father's presence—his familiar sounds, smells, and warmth—only to confront the crushing reality of his absence. The chapter vividly captures her grief as she withdraws from the world, refusing to eat, bathe, or engage with her caretakers, Madame Manec and her great-uncle Etienne. Her father’s disappearance, compounded by the museum’s confirmation that he never arrived in Paris, leaves her trapped in a cycle of despair and…
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      Hauptmann

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter introduces Dr. Hauptmann, a small-statured but authoritative instructor of technical sciences, who challenges his cadets with a practical task. He distributes metal boxes filled with electrical components—gears, lenses, batteries, and wires—and instructs the class to assemble a Morse-code practice circuit within an hour. While most cadets hesitate, overwhelmed by the unfamiliar tools, Werner Pfennig, the protagonist, immediately recognizes the opportunity. Drawing from his innate curiosity…
    • H2O: NARIN, ZALEEKHAH, ARTHUR: By the River Tigris, 2018 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin H2O plays a significant role in the shifting landscapes of human history, as illustrated by the looming flood of the Tigris River in 2018. The river's floodgates are set to open, bringing with it the inundation of the once-dry, barren land that is about to be submerged. The rising water level will eventually cover Castrum Kefa, an ancient city with a rich history, causing it to be lost beneath the swelling reservoir. Zaleekhah, one of the central figures in the story, reflects on the sorrowful fate of the…
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      H2O

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      by testsuphomeAdmin H2O is more than just a simple combination of hydrogen and oxygen; it is the foundation of life, an element that has shaped civilizations, ecosystems, and the course of human history. This chapter explores the scientific, historical, and symbolic significance of water, highlighting its unique molecular structure and the profound impact it has had on the world. At its core, water is a chemical marvel—a molecule composed of two hydrogen atoms bonded to a single oxygen atom, forming a bent shape that allows…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Zaleekhah walks along the Chelsea Embankment in 2018, her feet carrying her through a drizzly London morning. Clutched in her hands is a damp cardboard box containing a mishmash of items: books, a china teapot, mismatched cups, clothes, and a Tiffany-style lamp. The rain, soft and steady, doesn’t seem to bother her as she walks in the cool air, her chestnut curls and deep brown eyes gleaming with a connection to her ancestors. As she moves past the elegant flats now overlooking the River Thames, she…
    • H: ZALEEKHAH: By the River Thames, 2018 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Zaleekhah steps out into the early morning calm of her houseboat on the River Thames, the serene waters gently caressing the shore beneath a dark, satin-like sky. Bundled in a fleece jacket and tennis shoes, she takes in the tranquility of the river, an environment that has always been her haven. Her runs, an integral part of her life, have long been seen by her husband as a way for her to escape unresolved emotions from her past. The rhythm of her movements, while familiar, also brings a sense of distance…
    • H: ZALEEKHAH: By the River Thames, 2018 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Zaleekhah arrives at her Uncle Malek’s home by the River Thames in 2018, feeling a sense of anticipation mixed with trepidation. As the house comes into view, she is greeted warmly by Aunt Malek and her younger cousin, Lily, who is deeply engrossed in constructing a Victorian dollhouse. The atmosphere inside the home is one of quiet activity and familial warmth, but there is an undercurrent of tension. This tension is most evident in the strained conversation between Uncle Malek and Aunt Malek, who seem…
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