404 Results with the "Literary" genre


    • Chapter 10 — The beasts of Tarzan Cover
      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 testsuphomeAdmin Anna Fitzger­ald is an 11-year-old girl who was ​genet­i­cal­ly engi­neered​ to be a per­fect med­ical match for her old­er sis­ter, Kate, who suf­fers from leukemia. After years of donat­ing blood, bone mar­row, and organs to keep Kate alive, Anna hires a lawyer to sue her par­ents for ​med­ical eman­ci­pa­tion—the right to con­trol her own body. The law­suit forces the fam­i­ly to con­front painful truths…
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      by LovelyMay Letters on Literature by Susan Fenimore Cooper is a collection of insightful essays and personal letters that explore a wide range of literary topics, offering reflections on the art of writing, the role of literature in society, and the works of notable authors, all framed within the context of 19th-century American culture.
    • Introductory: Of Modern English Poetry Cover
      by LovelyMay Introductory reflections often reveal more about the observer than the subject, especially when it comes to poetry. In the letter to Mr. Wincott, the author opens with a humble refusal to pen letters directly to living poets, citing the potential offense in writing publicly to people still active in their careers. Yet, he proposes a more fluid approach—adopting the letter format for thoughtful commentary, allowing for sincerity, mild bias, and warmth. This gentle framing creates space for subjective…
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      by LovelyMay "Of Modern English Poetry" emerges a compelling conversation about literary evolution and the selective brilliance found in the present age. As poetic voices multiply across continents, there is merit in focusing on a few whose contributions have quietly shaped English verse. Instead of sweeping assessments, examining the individual paths of Mr. Swinburne, Mr. William Morris, and Mr. Robert Bridges gives a clearer view of where poetry has been and what it may become. These three, distinct in tone and…
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      Fielding

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      by LovelyMay Fielding remains a towering figure in English literature, even if his popularity has dimmed in certain regions over time. While Reverend E. P. Roe might claim the hearts of contemporary readers in the Upper Mississippi Valley, the subtle artistry and profound moral architecture embedded in Fielding’s works deserve renewed attention. His characters may stumble through bawdy episodes and flawed decisions, yet the underlying current of his narratives always flows toward kindness, equity, and social…
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      Longfellow

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      by LovelyMay Longfellow holds a place in the hearts of many who grew up with his poems tucked inside childhood memories. In a letter to Walter Mainwaring, the author begins with an amusing sidestep from Browning's complex "Sordello" and instead shares his spontaneous return to Longfellow, dusting off books he hadn’t opened for decades. What begins as a light detour becomes a deeply reflective journey through time, as Longfellow’s familiar stanzas summon the author’s earlier years, stirring recollections not just…
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      by LovelyMay A Friend of Keats introduces us to John Hamilton Reynolds, a poet often overshadowed by his illustrious peers but worthy of renewed attention. The narrative frames Reynolds not as a distant literary relic, but as a vibrant participant in the Romantic era’s creative pulse—someone whose work, though now faded in public memory, once moved among the era's poetic titans. Reynolds possessed not only literary grace but also a fascination with the grit of life, evidenced in his passion for boxing and its…
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      On Virgil

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      by LovelyMay On Virgil, the exploration begins not with reverence but with a quiet honesty. The author addresses Lady Violet Lebas in a tone that resists conventional praise, emphasizing that true appreciation of literature must arise naturally rather than from obligation or academic consensus. He confesses a lack of emotional attachment to several literary giants often held in high esteem, not from ignorance but from a preference for works that spark a personal, visceral reaction. This establishes a context in which…
    • Aucassin et Nicolette Cover
      by LovelyMay Aucassin et Nicolette unfolds with an odd charm that feels both playful and profound, beckoning readers into a world stitched together by passion, rebellion, and a longing for meaning. The tale, cast in alternating prose and verse, offers a texture unlike many modern narratives—its rhythm capturing the tempo of two hearts out of step with the rules of their time. Aucassin, the son of a count, is not drawn to war or glory but to love, and his refusal to conform ignites the central tension of the story.…
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