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    • CHAPTER 28 – Inconsistencies Cover
      by LovelyMay The chapter "Inconsistencies" narrates an insightful conversation between the protagonist, who finds himself engaging with a young Turk during a summer evening ball. As the evening unfolds, the cultural contrasts between Eastern and Western social etiquettes and norms become the focal point of their exchange. The setting begins with the protagonist escaping the mundane chatter of other men about golf and racing by retreating to a quiet corner of the piazza to enjoy his cigar. The tranquility is soon…
    • CHAPTER 29 – Modern “Cadets de Gascogne” Cover
      by LovelyMay In Chapter 29 of "The Ways of Men," titled "Modern 'Cadets de Gascogne'," the narrator and their companion, inspired by a prior enchanting performance by the Comedie Francaise in the antique theatre at Orange, eagerly seize another chance to immerse themselves in French cultural and literary heritage. This opportunity presents itself in the form of an adventurous journey with the "Cadets de Gascogne," a group of passionate, southern-born young men whose lives revolve around the stage and the arts,…
    • CHAPTER 32 – A Nation in a Hurry Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 32 of "The Ways of Men" titled "A Nation in a Hurry" reveals the author's observations on the frenetic pace of American life, contrasting it with the more leisurely rhythms observed in Europe and historical America. The anecdote of steamboat captains seating someone on the safety valve to increase speed epitomizes the relentless American rush. This urgency is immediately noticed upon returning to the U.S. from abroad, where the tendency to speed through life manifests in every aspect, from customs…
    • CHAPTER 33 – The Spirit of History Cover
      by LovelyMay In "The Spirit of History," we explore the profound contributions of a great historian, Michelet, who dedicated four decades to reviving the soul of French history. This chapter opens with a vivid metaphor, comparing buildings and libraries to the tombs and catacombs of vanished civilizations, before delving into Michelet's monumental quest to breathe life into France’s past. It portrays Michelet as a historian of remarkable depth, capable of resurrecting the long-gone spirits of history and depicting…
    • CHAPTER 30 – The Dinner and the Drama Cover
      by LovelyMay In "The Dinner and the Drama," the chapter discusses a cultural shift in America that is diminishing the quality and appreciation of theatre, comparing it unfavorably with the past. Claude Frollo, in Hugo's narrative, symbolizes a prophetic vision where one societal change eclipses another; here, the elaboration and timing of dinners are seen as encroaching upon the traditional appeal and cultural position of drama. Highlighting New York's paradox of numerous and richly funded theaters yet a declining…
    • CHAPTER 31 – The Modern ASPASIA Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 31 of "The Ways of Men" entitled "The Modern Aspasia" gives a reflective and contrasting view of Paris compared to other historic European cities. It paints Paris as a unique entity that possesses an alluring charm capable of captivating a diverse audience ranging from the frivolous to the profoundly intellectual. Unlike the austere Bruges or Ghent, the sensual Naples, or the cultured Florence and Venice, Paris is depicted as a city that seduces all manner of people with its dynamic personality.…
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