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    • Chapter 15_The Time Machine … Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin In the chapter titled "THE TIME MACHINE," the narrator reflects on the idea of his wife, Helga, and the passage of time. He describes a hand on a railing, which he believes might belong to Helga, who is now a middle-aged woman, aged forty-five. The narrator grapples with the thought of what Helga might have experienced during her sixteen years as a prisoner following the Russian invasion of the Crimea. He expresses disbelief that the vibrant and joyful Helga he once knew could still exist after such…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter III follows young Adeline during the summer of 1698, as she embarks on a significant journey away from her small village of Villon-sur-Sarthe, France, with her father. At only seven years old, Adeline is filled with wonder and anticipation, though a part of her feels the weight of the unknown. Accompanying her father, a skilled woodworker, to the bustling city of Le Mans for the first time, she experiences a whirlwind of emotions. While the journey stirs feelings of excitement, she is also filled…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter IV takes place in Villon-sur-Sarthe during the fall of 1703, where the community’s life revolves around the local Catholic church, a bastion of faith that both unites and defines the villagers. At twelve years old, Adeline feels disconnected from the fervent religious practices of her parents, viewing her prayers as part of a monotonous routine rather than a meaningful spiritual act. Her family's devoutness contrasts sharply with her internal indifference, highlighting her struggle to find…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter V delves deeper into the complex psyche of sixteen-year-old Adeline as she navigates the rigid confines of societal expectations in Villon-sur-Sarthe, France, during the spring of 1707. Unlike the other young women in the village, who eagerly anticipate fulfilling the roles of wives and mothers, Adeline dreams of a life far removed from these limited choices. She imagines herself as a solitary figure, akin to the grandeur of an ancient tree, firmly rooted yet free to reach toward the sky. Her…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter IX unfolds against the vibrant and complex backdrop of 18th century Paris, where Addie, in a bold and defiant act, sits alone in the Tuileries Gardens, daring to step outside the bounds of societal expectations. In a time when women were often relegated to domestic spheres, Addie’s decision to assert her presence in such a public space symbolizes a deep yearning for intellectual freedom and personal autonomy. As she soaks in the serene surroundings, she is filled with a quiet resolve, her eyes…
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