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CHAPTER XIV. -Crome yellow

by LovelyMay — In Chapter XIV of "Crome Yellow," the story unfolds in the library of the house, described as the coolest place to be during the after-luncheon hours. This room, elegantly designed with white painted shelves from the eighteenth century, contains a secret door disguised as a bookshelf that leads to a cupboard housing the mummy-case of an Egyptian lady, an artifact brought back by the second Sir Ferdinando from the Grand Tour. Amidst the discussion, Mr. Scogan engages in a discourse on the contents of the…
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CHAPTER XIV Mount Olympus

by LovelyMay — In Chapter XIV of "The Warden," titled "Mount Olympus," John Bold, disheartened and burdened by his recent encounters and obligations, returns to London. Despite feeling betrayed by his close involvement with the press, particularly The Jupiter, and its influence on the Barchester affair, he resolves to withdraw his legal action, a decision arising from a meeting with the archdeacon which left him conflicted yet determined to honor his promise to Eleanor. Bold visits his London attorneys to instruct them…
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CHAPTER XIV – THE RECTOR

by LovelyMay — Chapter XIV of "Agnes Grey" by Anne Brontë unfolds a day filled with typical countryside genteel activities, underpinned by nuanced interpersonal tensions and aspirations of the novel's characters. Miss Matilda engages in her usual careless amusements, while Miss Murray ventures out with a novel, leaving Agnes to her artistic endeavors. Agnes ponders over the fate of Snap, Miss Matilda's neglected terrier, symbolizing Agnes' own overlooked yet steadfast loyalty. Mrs. Murray's intrusion signals the…
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CHAPTER XIII. -The coming Race

by LovelyMay — In Chapter XIII of "The Coming Race," the narrator describes the unique aspects of the religious beliefs and practices of the advanced underground civilization he has discovered, the Vril-ya. Central to their faith is the universal worship of a divine Creator and Sustainer of the universe, which is deeply intertwined with their understanding and use of the mysterious energy called vril. The Vril-ya stand out for two primary reasons: their unanimous belief and consistent practice of their religion's…
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CHAPTER XIII. -Crome yellow

by LovelyMay — Henry Wimbush concludes his lifelong project, the "History of Crome," and shares its completion with his dinner guests, sparking interest and modest pride. His history spans over three centuries, meticulously detailed from archival records, right down to the advent of the three-pronged fork, a testament to his exhaustive scholarship. The assembled company, consisting of family and a close circle of friends, reacts with a mix of admiration and curiosity to Wimbush's monumental achievement, touching on…
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CHAPTER XIII The Warden’s Decision

by LovelyMay — In Chapter XIII of "The Warden," titled "The Warden's Decision," a pivotal moment unfolds for Mr. Harding and his daughter Eleanor after Eleanor returns from John Bold's house, bringing news that Bold intends to drop the lawsuit regarding the warden's income. Expecting this news to bring relief and happiness to her father, Eleanor is instead met with a sobering resolve from Mr. Harding, who has decided to travel to London to address the issue head-on, undeterred by Bold's change of heart. This chapter…
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CHAPTER XIII – THE PRIMROSES

by LovelyMay — In Chapter XIII of "Agnes Grey," titled "The Primroses," the narrative unfolds around Miss Murray's relentless pursuit of admiration, evident in her regular church attendance and preference for walking over carriage rides for the chance encounters they provide with potential admirers. Agnes Grey, the governess, delineates her position within this social setting—alternating between participating in walks and being relegated to carriage rides based on the whims of her charges. The walks, however, present a…
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CHAPTER XII. -The coming Race

by LovelyMay — The language of the Vril-ya from "The Coming Race" by Edward Bulwer-Lytton presents a fascinating exploration into linguistic evolution and sophistication. Max Muller's comparison between the strata of languages and Earth's geological layers serves as a foundation for understanding the Vril-ya's language, which demonstrates the evolutionary journey from monosyllabic roots through agglutinative to inflectional forms, echoing the progression from isolation to amalgamation in linguistic form. This evolution…
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CHAPTER XII. -Crome yellow

by LovelyMay — In Chapter XII of "Crome Yellow," titled "Blight, Mildew, and Smut," the narrative shifts to focus on the inner thoughts and interactions among the characters, particularly Mary and Gombauld. Mary, feeling slighted by Denis's evasive behavior, decides to seek intellectual and artistic camaraderie with Gombauld, whose serious dedication to his art she admires. Gombauld, engaged deeply in his work, attempts to capture something beyond the tangible through his painting, exploring themes of form, light, and…
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CHAPTER XII Mr Bold’s Visit to Plumstead

by LovelyMay — Eleanor Harding's attempt to smooth things over regarding John Bold's lawsuit against her father's position at the hospital meets internal conflict, despite feeling victorious. She doubts her interactions with Mary Bold, feeling misled. Meanwhile, John Bold, wrestling with guilt and the consequences of his actions, decides to visit Plumstead to convey his decision to withdraw the lawsuit. His arrival is met with suspicion and hostility, particularly from the archdeacon's children, reflecting the depth of…
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