437 Results with the "Historical Fiction" genre


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      Part 12

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Part 12 of Blood Meridian follows the grim and relentless journey of a group of riders through a barren, unforgiving desert landscape. For two weeks, these men travel primarily at night, deliberately avoiding any signs of their presence, such as campfires or loud noises, as they push forward with grim determination. The atmosphere surrounding their travels feels cursed, with the riders trapped in an endless pursuit across the vast emptiness, where the land offers no reprieve. Their journey unfolds against…
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      Part Two:iii

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In this chapter, Jim, the pub owner, notices a familiar figure—Eilis Lacey—who appears to avoid his gaze, stirring a mix of recognition and uncertainty in him. The pub, a longstanding family establishment, serves as a backdrop for Jim's reflections on past relationships and present social dynamics. Regular patrons and acquaintances, including Martin and Mrs Lacey, form a subtle network around him, highlighting changes in their interactions since Eilis’s departure. Jim’s observations reveal his…
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      The Last Page

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      by LovelyMay The Last Page opens with a quiet humility as Monsieur Sylvestre Bonnard contemplates the fragile harmony of the world outside his window and the manuscript nearing its end on his desk. Insects buzzing past blooming petals become more than fleeting visitors; they represent an unseen dialogue between life forms, each fulfilling roles nature has delicately balanced. He marvels at how petals curve not just for beauty but for purpose, enticing bees and butterflies in a courtship dance that ensures survival. His…
    • The Heaven  Earth Grocery Store A Novel Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride is a compelling novel set in a small, segregated town, exploring themes of race, identity, and community through a mysterious death. A powerful, thought-provoking read with rich storytelling.
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Acknowledgments often serve as a quiet tribute to the individuals whose presence shaped a project, even if they never appeared on the page. This story began with a deep admiration for Sy Friend, a man whose legacy in disability advocacy remains deeply personal to me. During my college years at Oberlin, I spent four summers at the Variety Club Camp for Handicapped Children, where Sy’s leadership was defined not by lofty speeches, but by the daily dignity he extended to every child. His actions spoke of a…
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      Chapter 24

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 24 unfolds on the pivotal day of Margery O’Hare’s trial, an event that momentarily halts the rhythm of Baileyville, Kentucky, as its residents gather in anticipation. The courthouse becomes the town’s epicenter, attracting curious onlookers, passionate supporters, and relentless gossipers, transforming the trial into a public spectacle rather than a solemn pursuit of justice. Outside, vendors set up makeshift stalls, selling food and drinks, while a traveling snake charmer entertains the…
    • Chapter 25: Resistance and Survival in Nazi-Occupied France Cover
      by Denzelle Chapter 25 of The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah delves into the emotional and physical challenges that Vianne and Isabelle face under the oppressive weight of the Nazi occupation during World War II. The chapter highlights the immense sacrifices and moral dilemmas that the sisters endure as they navigate their individual paths of resistance and survival in the face of relentless adversity. Vianne, whose priority is protecting her young daughter Sophie and the Jewish child Daniel, finds herself grappling…
    • Chapter 16: Stella Vignes’ Family Reconciliation and the Price of Identity Cover
      by Denzelle Family reconciliation takes center stage in Chapter Sixteen as Stella Vignes returns to her hometown of Mallard, a place that now exists only in memory after being absorbed into Palmetto following a redistricting of parish lines. For Stella, this homecoming is not merely a physical journey but a profound confrontation with the life she abandoned and the identities she suppressed to pass as white. The chapter delves into Stella's inner turmoil as she navigates the remnants of a town that no longer…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 23: Bernice’s Bible opens with Fatty and Big Soap working on an old convertible behind the jook joint. Their focus is interrupted when Rusty brings unexpected news: Fatty’s sister, Bernice, has arrived. Fatty is immediately confused and unsettled by her visit, as he believes there is no reason for her to be there after their years of estrangement. He insists on continuing his work on the car, which he believes could be a valuable Great Chadwick Six, despite Rusty’s teasing about the car being…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Zaleekhah sits quietly in a black cab arranged by Uncle Malek, gazing at the blur of London’s cityscape as it rushes past her window. She views the city not just as a monumental collection of historical landmarks, but as a living, breathing entity, shaped over time by its rivers—some known, some buried. The River Fleet, once a bustling artery of commerce, now lies hidden under layers of concrete, a silent testament to the city’s transformation and a metaphor for forgotten histories. Likewise, the…
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