404 Results with the "Literary" genre


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      by LovelyMay Appendix II turns its gaze to the elusive visual identity of two towering figures in Roman poetry: Virgil and Lucretius. The text journeys through the tangled efforts to reconstruct their appearances, not through surviving sculptures or death masks, but from scattered and fragile artifacts that leave more to imagination than fact. For Virgil, we are offered no reliable marble bust or preserved likeness; instead, hope rests in ancient manuscripts, particularly a well-known one housed in the Vatican. This…
    • Chapter XVII — The witch and other Stories Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XVII begins with a tense domestic scene. Volodka, ignoring the earnest pleas of his family, chooses the company of reckless companions over the warmth of his home. His departure is punctuated by a violent outburst, as he strikes Lukerya, then vanishes into the night. The silence that follows is not just of absence, but one weighted with fear and resignation. Meanwhile, a different kind of disruption arrives as Elena Ivanovna and her daughter come to visit from the estate. Their presence, refined…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter VII begins with an unsettling quiet in Zhukovo, broken only by the slow, deliberate arrival of the police inspector. Known in the village simply as the master, he comes not with aid but to collect—over two thousand roubles in unpaid taxes owed by villagers already drowning in debt. His first stop is the tavern, not out of interest in the people but for a cup of tea, an act that adds to the sense of detachment he carries like armor. When he finally reaches the elder’s home, a crowd of anxious…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter 10 – The Beasts of Tarzan begins with an intense clash between Tarzan’s unlikely band of allies and the native warriors. What unnerves the opposing tribe isn’t merely the physical strength of their enemies—it’s the haunting image of a panther fighting alongside a man and apes, moving with coordinated purpose. Though Tarzan is formidable, his hands are still bound, leaving him vulnerable. He attempts to communicate with Akut, but without success, the apes can't understand his need for…
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      by LovelyMay CHAPTER I - The Circus Boys Across the Continent begins with a spark of excitement as Phil Forrest shares important news with his best friend, Teddy Tucker. The boys, who had been spending their winter months training indoors and maintaining their routines, now find themselves at the edge of a new adventure. A letter from Mr. Sparling, the owner of the Great Sparling Combined Shows, has arrived with updates for the coming circus season. Instead of being summoned for spring rehearsals, they are informed…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 1 begins with a gray sky stretched low over the city, rain misting the windshield as I drive toward the gates of Thornfield Estates. It’s a routine trip now—leave behind the cracked sidewalks and water-stained ceilings of Center Point, and step into a neighborhood where even the air feels cleaner. The rain pelts harder as I pull into the Reeds’ circular drive, the kind of place designed more for show than for need. Mrs. Reed greets me at the door, hair immaculately curled, lips painted to…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter III opens in the hushed atmosphere of a quaint London bookstore on a cold February evening. As the day nears its end and the store prepares to close, the quiet murmur of conversations fills the air. Snow is expected to fall later that night, adding to the serene yet chilly ambiance. Among the bookshelves, a woman stands quietly, observing the subtle rhythms of the store's final moments of the day. Her gaze shifts as she overhears a discussion between teenage clerks about a mysterious book, The…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 1 introduces the foundation of the narrative by focusing on the first time Andrea, their father’s new love interest, is introduced to the Dutch House, a grand estate that serves as both a setting and a symbol of the family’s changing fortunes. The narrator, along with his sister Maeve, witnesses the arrival of Andrea, an event that carries an unspoken tension, signaling a shift in the balance of their lives. Their father, a man of few words when it comes to emotions, appears indifferent to the…
    • Chapter 1: Jude and Love Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 1 began with an energy that was light, their smiles effortless, carrying them through the morning as if the weight of the past had never existed. When breakfast arrived, they ate with an easy comfort, their movements synchronized in a way that spoke of familiarity, of years spent learning the rhythm of each other. Willem watched Jude closely, taking in every small gesture—the way he carefully examined the perilla leaf, the methodical way he arranged his food—and he felt, once again, the deep…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 12: The wedding reception was unfolding in full swing, the atmosphere vibrant with energy as the guests interacted with one another, showcasing their unique personalities and relationships. Hugo, an engaging staff member at the event, was quick to strike up a conversation with Gerry, highlighting his significant behind-the-scenes role. Tammy, ever the observant one, found herself captivated by Hugo’s charm, watching him closely. Gerry, sensing this, took the opportunity to provide some background…
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