537 Results with the "Historical Fiction" genre


    • Chapter 3: Briquets … Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 3 introduces Arpad Kovacs, a guard who replaces Andor Gutman each night at six o’clock. Arpad is portrayed as an energetic and extravagant individual, known for his tendency to boast. Upon beginning his shift, he eagerly requests to see Gutman’s writings, offering praise without having actually read them, walking up and down the corridor with an air of confidence and cheerfulness. His actions project a sense of superiority and a need to be seen as an important figure, which contrasts with the…
    • Chapter 35: Forty Rubles Extra … Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 35 of Mother Night, Campbell finds himself confronted by Wirtanen, who reveals the deep layers of deception surrounding his relationship with Helga. Wirtanen explains that Helga's true mission was to make Campbell fall in love with her, a revelation that stirs complex emotions in Campbell. He bitterly acknowledges the manipulation behind their connection, realizing that his love for her was never genuine but part of a larger plan orchestrated by external forces. This moment brings up further…
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      Part 14

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Part 14 of Blood Meridian continues to immerse readers in the stark and unforgiving world the riders inhabit. Their journey northward is marked by relentless storms and torrential rain, setting the tone for a chapter filled with hardships and desolation. As they ride through the barren landscape, nature itself seems to conspire against them, with lightning flashing across the sky and flooding the plains beneath their hooves. This relentless storm serves as a powerful backdrop to their journey, reflecting…
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      Part Three:i

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In this chapter of *Part Three:i*, Laura encourages Nancy to adopt a brisk walking routine as a means to lose weight and improve her health. Despite Nancy’s initial reluctance and preference for a slower pace, she agrees to start walking regularly, setting alarms and planning her routes along the Prom and Market Square. Their conversations reveal Nancy’s inner conflicts and gradual acceptance of the new lifestyle changes, while Miriam, Nancy’s daughter, appears detached and indifferent about her…
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      Orders

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Werner is abruptly summoned to the commandant’s office, where he waits in growing anxiety, convinced that his hidden past or parentage has been uncovered. His fear reflects the oppressive atmosphere of the Reich, where authority figures seem omniscient, capable of seeing into one’s soul. The tension builds as he recalls previous encounters with the regime, such as being escorted from Children’s House, reinforcing his sense of vulnerability. The scene sets the stage for a confrontation that could…
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      The Heads

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Werner, trapped in a rubble-filled cellar with Volkheimer, desperately attempts to establish radio contact by adjusting the antenna and tuning the transceiver. Despite his efforts, only static responds, leaving him to speculate about potential causes—electromagnetic interference, a broken radio, or even a catastrophic weapon. Supplies are dwindling; the remaining water is undrinkable sludge, and the radio's battery is nearly dead. Werner's frustration grows as he contemplates their dire situation,…
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      Out

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Werner and Volkheimer trapped in the rubble of a collapsed building after a violent explosion. The detonation creates a small opening to the night sky, offering a glimmer of hope. Despite the chaos and dust, Volkheimer tirelessly works to widen the gap, using a piece of rebar to chip away at the debris. His hands bleed, and his beard is coated in dust, but he eventually creates enough space for both of them to escape. Once free, they kneel atop the ruins, surrounded by starlight and…
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