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John Brown

by LovelyMay — In "John Brown," Edwin Arlington Robinson delves into the contemplations of a man at the end of his life, reflecting upon the isolation and struggle, dedication to a grand cause, and the inevitability of death juxtaposed with the eternal flame of ideals that outlive the physical form. The poem opens with the speaker musing about the distance between him and a woman he addresses, apparently his wife, acknowledging the loneliness they both suffered through his commitments and hardships. He speaks of the…
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INTRODUCTION

by LovelyMay — Apollonius Rhodius, an ambiguous figure in terms of the chronology within Alexandrian literary history, hailed from Alexandria and lived during the era of the Ptolemies. His magnum opus, "Argonautica," faced initial scrutiny, compelling him to relocate to Rhodes, where his revised work received accolades, earning him the moniker of a Rhodian. Despite uncertainties about his tenure as the head of the Alexandrian Library—a role attributed to him by some sources but disputed due to chronological…
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II -Legends and lyrics- firstseries

by LovelyMay — In the poignant verses of the chapter, the speaker delves into the contemplation of a time when the ardor of love might fade, embodying a theme of love's vulnerability to the passage of time. Initially, the speaker envisages a serene acceptance of life's end if it followed a life of love, cherished and returned. However, the core of the narrative shifts to a speculative, darker hue as it entertains the harrowing possibility of love's decline. The speaker imagines encountering a day when the warmth of…
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Growing Down

by LovelyMay — "Growing Down" and "The Roads of Happiness" reflect a nostalgic journey back to the simple, joyous essence of life, emphasizing the beauty of familial bonds and the rejection of materialistic pursuits for true contentment. In "Growing Down," the narrator recounts a personal transformation inspired by the innocence and adventures of childhood, especially through the eyes of his own children. Once consumed by aspirations of adulthood, wealth, and fame, he finds a deeper, more fulfilling joy in reverting to…
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Cyrus Shams

by testsuphomeAdmin — The chapter opens with Cyrus Shams, a disheveled and drug-addled young man, lying in his squalid Indiana apartment, desperately seeking a sign from God. After years of silence, he interprets a flickering light bulb as a potential divine message, though he questions whether it’s a miracle or just faulty wiring. Cyrus reflects on the unfairness of biblical figures like Muhammad and Saul, who received unambiguous revelations, while he is left grasping for clarity. His longing for a tangible connection with…
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Curly Locks

by LovelyMay — In "Curly Locks," the poem ponders over the innocence of a child, Curly Locks, questioning what knowledge the child might hold about the world's complexities, pains, and joys. It reflects on the untouched purity and the potential awareness of a future that includes both happiness and trouble, wondering whether the child can grasp the experiences that lie ahead. "Baby's Got a Tooth" narrates the joyous moment a father learns his baby has grown a tooth, transforming an ordinary day into one of delight.…
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Coda

by testsuphomeAdmin — The chapter "Sang Linh" from *Coda* captures a pivotal moment in 1997 New York, where the narrator reflects on the success of Orkideh's art exhibition *Why We Put Mirrors in Birdcages*. The narrator, a gallery owner, works alongside their oldest son, Duy, and the artist Roya to dismantle the show. Roya's meticulous nature shines as she oversees the handling of her paintings, particularly *Odi et Amo*, a piece evoking mixed emotions in the narrator due to its unsettling yet nostalgic imagery. The scene…
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CHAPTER XVIII -The Bhagavad-Gita

by LovelyMay — In Chapter XVIII of the Bhagavad-Gita, titled "Mokshasanyasayog," or "The Book of Religion by Deliverance and Renunciation," Arjuna queries Krishna about the true nature of renunciation (Sannyas) and abandonment (Tyaga), seeking clarification on what differentiates them. Krishna explains that Sannyas involves the forsaking of actions driven by desire, while wise sages see Tyaga as the relinquishment of the fruits of one's actions. He clarifies that not all actions are to be renounced; actions such as…
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CHAPTER XVII -The Bhagavad-Gita

by LovelyMay — Chapter XVII of the Bhagavad-Gita delves into the nuances of faith, worship, and the inherent nature of human beings as questioned by Arjuna and expounded by Krishna. Arjuna's inquiry pertains to the fate of those who, disregarding sacred traditions and scriptures, follow their conviction in worship. Krishna categorizes faith into three distinct types, stemming from the qualities (Gunas) - Sattva (truth and goodness), Rajas (passion and activity), and Tamas (ignorance and inertia). Krishna elucidates…
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CHAPTER XVI -The Bhagavad-Gita

by LovelyMay — In Chapter XVI of the Bhagavad-Gita, Krishna delineates the virtues that guide an individual towards a heavenly birth, contrasting them with the traits leading to a darker fate. Krishna starts by listing the qualities of a divine nature: fearlessness, unwavering focus on wisdom, generosity, controlled desires, piety, appreciation for solitude, humility, honesty, patience, a mind unbothered by worldly desires, equilibrium, non-judgmental charity, empathy towards the suffering, contentment, a gentle…
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