188 Results with the "Novel" genre
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CHAPTER V. -Crome yellow
In Chapter V of "Crome Yellow," the author vividly portrays a visit to the Home Farm, overseen by Henry Wimbush, with Mr. Scogan, Denis, Gombauld, Anne, and Mary as the attendees. The group stands by the piggery, examining a sow that remarkably birthed fourteen piglets, highlighting the sow's prolific nature contrasted with another's less fortunate outcome of only five newborns. Henry Wimbush explains the pragmatic, yet admittedly cruel, farm practice of culling those animals that fail to be…-
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CHAPTER IV. -Crome yellow
Denis woke to a serene morning, deliberating between white and black shoes to accompany his outfit. Eventually settling on patent leather, he assessed his appearance, finding both merits and flaws. Descending for breakfast, he encountered Jenny, leading to disconnected conversations highlighting their differences. His desire for meaningful connections was underscored by their parallel but never intersecting discussions. After breakfast, Denis's interaction with Anne started awkwardly, with his attire…-
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CHAPTER III. -Crome yellow
The third chapter of "Crome Yellow" opens by painting a vivid picture of the terrace outside the house, suspended high above the grounds, giving it a fortress-like appearance. Below, the landscape unfolds with a meticulously kept swimming pool, expansive parklands, and a distant river, offering tranquil yet imposing vistas. At the heart of this chapter is a tea gathering, positioned under the shade of a brick summer-house. The attendees, a mix of eccentric characters, provide a snapshot of interwar…-
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CHAPTER II. -Crome yellow
Denis arrives at Crome, finding the house silent and empty, an atmosphere he finds amusingly suitable for introspection about the lives that fill its spaces. Observing the familiar surroundings and art, he ponders on the personalities that resonate within various rooms, feeling a connection to the legacy left by generations past. Coming across his own book of poems, he reflects on his creative journey and wonders if Anne recognizes the intimations of his affection for her in his work. Venturing to find…-
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CHAPTER I. -Crome yellow
In Chapter I of "Crome Yellow," we enter the weary mind of Denis as he journeys on a train destined for Camlet-on-the-Water, the final stop amidst other quaintly named stations. The monotonous crawl of the train, stopping at every station, symbolizes Denis's own languid trudge through life, emblematic of a broader existential discontent. As he meticulously rearranges his luggage, a futile endeavor to kill time, Denis is engulfed in a wave of self-reproach. He laments the precious hours of life wasted,…-
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Crome Yellow
Crome Yellow by Aldous Huxley is a satirical novel that explores the lives of a group of eccentric characters at a country estate, delving into themes of social norms, intellectualism, and the search for meaning, all while humorously critiquing early 20th-century British society.-
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The Coming Race
The Coming Race by Edward Bulwer-Lytton is a speculative science fiction novel about a hidden, advanced subterranean civilization with telepathic powers, exploring themes of technology, utopia, and human progress.-
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Thais
Thaïs by Anatole France is a captivating novel that follows Paphnutius, an ascetic monk, as he attempts to convert the beautiful courtesan Thaïs to a life of spiritual devotion. Set in ancient Egypt, the story delves into the conflict between spiritual zeal and earthly desires, offering a poignant exploration of faith, love, and the complexities of redemption.-
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