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Just Folks

by LovelyMay — In the heartwarming chapter titled "Just Folks," the author paints a vivid picture of a close-knit, welcoming community emphatically rooted in wholesomeness, mutual respect, and the avoidance of negativity. This community prides itself on being a refuge from the common ills of gossip and scandal, highlighting the importance of valuing each other's company, celebrating the simple joys, and focusing on the positive aspects of life. Much emphasis is placed on cherishing cheerful communication, avoiding petty…
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VERSE: TRUE HONOURS

by LovelyMay — In "True Honours," an intimate narrative unfolds as an elderly, blind uncle recounts his life's journey and unfulfilled dreams to his young niece, seeking to instill a lesson of true honor beyond worldly recognition. As a young man, the uncle had ambitious visions of earning distinction through acts of valor, charity, and artistic creation, inspired by his reading of knights and noble quests. However, life's cruel realities, crowned by the loss of his sight, shifted his dreams from personal glory to a more…
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THE AIR OF THE “WHISTLING OYSTER.”)

by LovelyMay — In "The Bab Ballads," a humorous chapter titled "THE AIR OF THE 'WHISTLING OYSTER,'" narrates the unusual story of an elderly prophet, aged seventy-three, and his young, beautiful bride of just eighteen. Despite the vast age gap and the peculiarity of their union, the couple surprisingly had a child—a boy whose early penchant for adult indulgences astounded everyone. From the moment of his birth, the child was not only born with a metaphorical pipe in his mouth and a glass in his eye, symbolizing an…
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Rahel to Varnhagen

by LovelyMay — In "Rahel to Varnhagen," a poem that unfolds a complex emotional and intellectual dialogue between Rahel Robert and Varnhagen von Ense, Edwin Arlington Robinson masterfully captures the nuances of a relationship marked by its depth, intellectualism, and the struggles of love. Rahel, having shared her life's passions and her previous correspondence, reveals herself to an extent that she believes should either bind Varnhagen closer to her or drive him away. Her initial dismay at Varnhagen's unwavering…
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Ballad: The Perils Of Invisibility

by LovelyMay — In the whimsical ballad "The Perils Of Invisibility," we meet Old Peter, who suffers under the tyranny of a tempestuous wife and battles with his considerable girth, measuring several yards in circumference. One fateful summer day, a diminutive fairy named Picklekin visits Peter, offering him three extraordinary gifts: boundless riches, eternal health, or the power of invisibility. Without a moment's hesitation, Peter opts for invisibility, dreaming of the peace it will bring from his wife's relentless…
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III-The tale of Balen

by LovelyMay — The chapter titled "The Tale of Balen" describes a series of dramatic and mystical events unfolding around Balen, an esteemed figure, whose life is intertwined with profound hope and impending doom. As mythical as the first light of dawn, a series of events unfolds akin to waves driven by the east wind, heralding both life and inevitable doom. Balen, exalted by a fleeting joy, finds himself in the presence of a series of significant individuals, from a lady resembling a delicate windflower, associated with…
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Chapter Seven

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TO RHODOCLEIA – ON HER MELANCHOLY SINGING.

by LovelyMay — In "Grass of Parnassus," Chapter 6 delves into a poignant reflection addressed to Rhodocleia, a figure immortalized within the Greek Anthology for her melancholy allure. She is forever intertwined with the essence of Rufinus, a lamented poet of ancient grace, whose affections for her transcend the mere boundaries of their era. The text embodies a profound dialogue, not merely with Rhodocleia but with the essence of grief and remembrance itself. She is depicted as dwelling in the shadows of her sorrows, her…
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The Real Successes

by LovelyMay — Chapter 39 of "Just Folks" opens with a contemplative piece titled "The Real Successes," exploring the notion of true achievement beyond material wealth. It challenges the conventional yardsticks of success, emphasizing virtues and integrity over financial gains. This poem underscores the idea that many who appear to have failed by societal standards are, in God's eyes, of substantial worth. It argues that true success lies not in the accumulation of riches but in honest struggle, moral character, and the…
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VERSE: THE TWO SPIRITS (1855)

by LovelyMay — In the serene stillness of the night, under a starless expanse, a moment of ethereal dialogue unfolds between two timeless entities: the Spirit of the Present and the Spirit of the Past. Their conversation, luminous and profound, traverses the noble deeds of humanity. The Spirit of the Past speaks of a legacy etched in iron, where honour cast shadows over graves and the names of heroes shimmered like jewels within the annals of history. To these ancient souls, life without honor was an ignoble existence,…
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