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CHAPTER V. -The coming Race
In Chapter V of "The Coming Race," the narrator encounters a being from an advanced civilization deep beneath the Earth's surface, who greets him in a language he cannot understand. The being's touch instills a sense of peace in the narrator, leading them to a vast, brilliantly lit hall filled with unfamiliar technology and scents. The presence of mechanical automatons and the effortless flight of the beings on mechanical wings suggest a society where technology and nature merge seamlessly. The narrator…-
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CHAPTER IV. -The coming Race
In Chapter IV of "The Coming Race," the narrator describes his initial encounter with a mysterious building and its inhabitant, revealing both awe and fear. The building, carved partly from rock and adorned with Egyptian-esque architecture, stood grand with its massive, tapering columns that embraced the local flora in their design. As the narrator approaches, he is confronted by a being that challenges his understanding of the human form. This entity, which blends human features with an otherworldly…-
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CHAPTER III. -The Coming Race
In Chapter III of "The Coming Race," the narrator continues his exploration of the subterranean world with apprehensive yet keen interest. Venturing down a lamplit road, he approaches a strikingly large edifice nestled within a setting that seems both alien and meticulously cultivated. The road appears akin to an Alpine pass, bordered by massive rocky formations, suggesting the narrator is traversing through a linkage of mountains. Below, a vast valley unfolds, startling him with its palpable markers of…-
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CHAPTER II. -The Coming Race
In Chapter II of "The Coming Race," the narrator and his friend, invigorated by curiosity and a rekindled sense of adventure, prepare to descend deeper into the mysterious chasm discovered the previous day. Doubts and beliefs mix in the air as they equip themselves with veteran miners for supervision and a strong coil of rope for safety. The descent is singular and methodical, with the engineer leading the way, followed by the narrator. Upon reaching their previously attained ledge, the duo is greeted…-
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CHAPTER I. -The Coming Race
In Chapter 1 of "The Coming Race," the narrator begins by establishing his American lineage, which traces back to England during the reign of Charles II. His family, notable for its role in the War of Independence and social standing, eschewed public service after a failed congressional bid by his father. Turning to academia, the narrator, the eldest of three, ventures to England at sixteen for education and starts a commercial training in Liverpool. Following his father's death, with a substantial…-
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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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Paphnutius, having returned to the desert from Alexandria where he converted the courtesan Thais to a life of piety, struggles with temptations and doubts about his faith. The holy desert, his former haven of peace, now feels alien to him. Despite the joyous welcome from his disciples, Paphnutius finds himself disenchanted with his cell and the ascetic life he once cherished. The tranquility and sense of divine presence he used to feel are replaced with a profound sense of loss and a questioning of his…-
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He remained in prayer a long time, and when he rose, his face shone with celestial joy. He blessed Thais, who watched him through the bars, and then, without speaking a word, left the convent, his heart filled with peace because he had accomplished his mission. As he journeyed back to the desert, Paphnutius contemplated the magnificent isolation that awaited him, where he could devote himself entirely to the praises of God, undisturbed by the cares of the world. Meanwhile, Thais, secluded in her cell,…-
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The chapter opens with a depiction of the ascetic life of hermits and cenobites near the Nile, emphasizing their dedication to chastity, temperance, and penitence, partly to atone for original sin. These devout individuals lived in self-imposed solitude, engaging in practices aimed at purifying the soul and body, often enduring extreme physical hardships as a form of spiritual discipline. The lives of these hermits were stark and defined by self-denial, yet they lived in close enough proximity to offer aid…-
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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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