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The Djinn
The Djinn plays a significant role in the unfolding chapter, where the protagonist, having crossed over the rocks, meets Sol, who is struggling to recover from a cold swim in the sea. She is hypothermic and physically weakened by the ordeal, needing urgent care and warmth. The protagonist, unsure of how to handle the situation, wraps Sol in a dry blanket and gives her coffee, his mind overwhelmed by a surge of conflicting emotions. While his protective instincts take over, a deep sense of anxiety about her…-
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The Day I Remembered The Future
The Day I Remembered The Future begins with an atmosphere charged with tension and uncertainty, as the protagonist is abruptly roused from sleep by the sound of hurried footsteps and clamor. These unsettling noises mark the beginning of a significant event that shifts the mood aboard the ship. The protagonist soon learns that, against all odds, some of the twelve individuals previously presumed dead are, in fact, still alive. This shocking revelation is delivered as Ivar, providing a simple morning rusk,…-
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THE CONFESSIONS OF A DUFFER
In "The Confessions of a Duffer," the narrator humorously chronicles his experiences and misadventures in fishing, providing a candid insight into his self-acknowledged lack of skill and technique in the sport. Despite his enthusiastic love for fishing, he humorously describes himself as a natural-born "duffer," a term he uses to denote his incompetence and clumsiness, which manifests through a series of comical failures and mishaps. The "duffer" attributes his failure in fishing to a combination of…-
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Jamrach the Rich, eager to reach the City of Political Distinction before nightfall, found himself at a crossroads, uncertain of which path to take. He sought guidance from a Wise-Looking Person by the roadside who directed him to the Political Highway. However, the advice came at a price, which Jamrach, not one to be easily parted from his wealth, begrudgingly paid. As he journeyed on, Jamrach encountered various demands for payment. A Benevolent Gentleman at a toll-gate, a Civil Engineer at a bridge…-
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The Circus Boys Across the Continent by Edgar B. P. Darlington is an adventurous novel that follows the journey of two young men working in a circus as they travel across America, facing thrilling challenges and uncovering excitement along the way.-
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THE BLOODY DOCTOR
In the chapter titled "The Bloody Doctor (A Bad Day on Clearburn)" from "Angling Sketches," the narrator reminisces about their unforgettable experiences fishing at Clearburn Loch, a place notorious for its challenging fishing conditions yet irresistible due to its abundance of trout, a rarity in other local waters devastated by pollution and overfishing. The loch's untouched population of trout draws the narrator back, despite the many difficult days spent attempting to catch them. The chapter paints a…-
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the bitter ends in their teeth
As twilight set in, the atmosphere turned frigid as the protagonist and Sol prepared to make their escape using a sailboat. Following Essie’s precise instructions, they stripped the vessel of its canvas and tied the mast down, camouflaging it with muck from the water to escape detection. Earlier, the protagonist ventured into Brighton, a haunting ghost town, where the remnants of a community contrasted starkly with the signs of destruction; many homes were abandoned or charred. Essie's home was a somber…-
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The Autobiography of a Quack and The Case of George Dedlow by S. Weir Mitchell is a collection of satirical and poignant tales that explore medical and psychological themes through the experiences of their protagonists. *The Autobiography of a Quack* offers a humorous yet critical look at the fraudulent practices of a self-serving, morally dubious physician, exposing the dangers of medical charlatanism in 19th-century America. *The Case of George Dedlow* tells the haunting story of a Civil War soldier grappling with the traumatic loss of his limbs, delving into themes of identity, resilience, and the psychological effects of amputation. Together, these stories showcase Mitchell’s insights as a neurologist and his critique of both the medical profession and the human psyche.-
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Stubby Golems on the Fretboard
Stubby Golems on the Fretboard takes the protagonist into a reflective state, as he plays his beloved bass guitar, Mr. Fender, an instrument that has been his source of solace and connection throughout his difficult journey. As the familiar rhythms fill the air, memories of his time with Lark flood back—both the joyous moments they shared and the sorrowful reality of their separation. The sound of the bass, for the protagonist, is not just a distraction but a vessel that holds his emotions and nostalgia,…-
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SOME JAPANESE BOGIE-BOOKS
In the quiet corners of Tokyo, amidst the busy streets and bustling markets, there exists a niche world known only to the most dedicated booksmen: the world of Japanese bogie-books. These books, bound in mystery and steeped in eerie legend, were once collected by those fascinated by the supernatural. They were not just ordinary books; they were said to carry within them the dark spirits of ancient folklore, ghost stories, and curses that transcended the page. One such collector was Hiroshi Tanaka, a…-
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