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    • I -The Witchand Other Stories Cover
      by LovelyMay Nikolay Tchikildyeev, once a waiter in Moscow, is compelled by declining health and financial ruin to return to his ancestral village of Zhukovo with his wife, Olga, and daughter, Sasha. Upon arrival, the squalor and dilapidation of their family home starkly contrast the idyllic memories of his youth. The house is unclean, crowded, and seemingly on the verge of collapse, its poverty marked by the absence of pictures, replaced by bottle labels and newspaper cuttings. The family is greeted not by familiar…
    • CHAPTER 3  -The beasts of Tarzan Cover
      by LovelyMay In Chapter 3, "Beasts at Bay," of "The Beasts of Tarzan," Tarzan faces peril and revenge as he reads a chilling note revealing a plot against his family. Abandoned in the jungle as part of this cruel vengeance, Tarzan's survival instincts surge. He confronts not just the emotional toll of his family's endangerment but also immediate physical threats, starting with a deadly encounter with a bull-ape. Tarzan's prowess, diminished little by his time away from the wild, is tested in a dramatic confrontation…
    • CHAPTER XI-For  Greater Things Cover
      by LovelyMay Arriving in Augsburg on the brink of exhaustion after a four-hundred-mile journey, young Stanislaus Kostka's spirits plummeted upon learning that Father Canisius was not in town. Initially crushed, Stanislaus's resilience quickly surfaced. He was determined to find Canisius, who had moved to Dillingen, some thirty-five miles away. Despite offers from the Jesuits to rest, Stanislaus opted to continue his quest immediately, his resolve unfazed by the prospect of further travel. Accompanied by a…
    • CHAPTER IV -Thuvia, Maid of Mars Cover
      by LovelyMay When Thuvia of Ptarth awakens on the craft of her abductors, she notices a transformation in their attire, now bearing the insignia of Helium rather than Dusar, sparking hope for her safety under the presumed custody of Carthoris of Helium. Despite her inquiries, her captors remain secretive about their intentions. They arrive at a deserted Martians city, hinting at the clandestine nature of their mission. Thuvia is familiar with such ruins, having encountered them in her past adventures. Held in a…
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      by LovelyMay In the exploration of "Books and Bookmen," the trajectory from the simplicity of early printed title-pages to the embellished and artistic designs of French title-pages is navigated with both historical insight and illustrative examples. Initially, title-pages were stark, offering minimal information, typified by Guido de Columna's "History of Troy," characterized by its nearly blank title-page aside from the title itself. The evolution towards more ornate title-pages in French literature began around…
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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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