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ON VERS DE SOCIETE
In "On Vers De Société," addressed to Mr. Gifted Hopkins, the chapter dissects the art and history of light verse, specifically within societal and courtly contexts. The ancient Greeks and Romans are initially dismissed for their lack of societal structure conducive to the creation of sociable verses, highlighting the absence of women in social equality. The narrative transitions to the emergence of court life in France as the inception point for this style of verse, crediting figures like Charles…-
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PEASANT WIVES
In the village of Reybuzh, the story unfolds around the household of Filip Ivanov Kashin, known as Dyudya, who has accumulated a modest fortune through various ventures. His family consists of his elder son Fyodor, whose wife Sofya lives with them, suffering constant ailments; and his hunchback son Alyoshka, married to Varvara, a young and attractive woman chosen for him who draws the attentions of their guests. One evening, they receive a visitor, Matvey Savitch, with an orphan boy, Kuzka, whom he has…-
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III -The Witchand Other Stories
The chapter from "The Witch and Other Stories" unveils a poignant morning scene as the villagers, bathed in the dewy light, confront the harsh realities of poverty that starkly contrast their fleeting moments of beauty and peace. At the heart of the narrative is Marya, who experiences a profound sense of alienation and apprehension as she and others attend mass, a ritual that momentarily bridged the chasm between their impoverished existence and the opulent life of the newcomers from the great house. The…-
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CHAPTER 6 -The beasts of Tarzan
In Chapter 6 of "The Beasts of Tarzan," titled "A Hideous Crew," the journey of Tarzan, Mugambi, Akut, Sheeta, and the savage apes progresses as they venture towards the open sea in a war-canoe, navigating through a break in the reef amidst challenging waves. The journey, initially smooth, soon becomes tumultuous as the apes aboard are thrown into panic by the rough seas, threatening to capsize their canoe. However, Tarzan and Akut manage to restore order, and the apes adapt to their maritime…-
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CHAPTER XIII-For Greater Things
Most people envision saints as individuals who performed visibly great deeds, similar to Saint Paul or Saint Teresa. However, sanctity is not only about monumental acts but the manner in which ordinary tasks are undertaken, embodying a distinct spiritual integrity. This principle is exemplified in the noviceship of Saint Stanislaus Kostka, a seventeen-year-old Polish novice in the Professed House in Rome during 1567. His daily routine encapsulated the essence of a humble, God-centered life, filled with…-
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Dawn O’Hara: The Girl Who Laughed by Edna Ferber is a humorous yet heartfelt novel that tells the story of Dawn O’Hara, a lively young journalist who moves to a small town to recover from a nervous breakdown and a troubled marriage. As she rebuilds her life, she encounters an array of quirky characters, navigates romantic possibilities, and rediscovers her joy and resilience. Published in 1911, the novel reflects Ferber’s wit and insight into the complexities of relationships, personal growth, and the importance of laughter and self-reliance in overcoming life’s challenges.-
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Chapter 56
Chapter 56 begins with a powerful, emotional reunion as Nina arrives at Cecelia’s camp, greeted by the sight of her daughter, finally free from the manipulative grasp of her father, Andrew. Cecelia, no longer bound by Andrew's rigid expectations, revels in her newfound freedom, her body marked by the rough-and-tumble of childhood—scrapes, sunburns, and the kind of carefree spirit that only comes from being unburdened. The joyful reunion between mother and daughter is filled with the warmth of…-
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2. Jodie
Jodie, Kya’s older brother, had always been her closest companion during the early years following their mother’s departure. As the family began to fragment under the weight of their father’s abusive tendencies, Kya found solace in the bond she shared with him, even amidst the growing tension in their home. They would often share quiet, fleeting moments of normalcy—simple breakfasts and leisurely walks through the marshlands—creating a semblance of family, a fragile cocoon that briefly shielded…-
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Chapter 3
Chapter 3 introduces a major shift in the Conroy household when Andrea, nearly two years into her unpredictable presence, arrives unexpectedly with her daughters, Norma and Bright. This moment feels like an informal declaration that they, too, will now be part of the Dutch House, a realization that unsettles Danny and Maeve. While neither sibling was aware of their existence until that day, they soon suspect that their father had known about the girls all along, his casual indifference indicating that…-
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Chapter 1 begins every night, as he found himself trapped in the echoes of their past, recalling the conversations they once had, the dreams they had meticulously woven together, and the life they had planned but would never live. Each plan had felt like a brick laid in the foundation of their future, carefully crafted with an unshakable certainty that they would grow old together, shaping a life that was uniquely theirs. But now, that foundation had crumbled, leaving behind nothing but fragments of what…-
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