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Ballad: Old Paul And Old Tim

by LovelyMay — In the humorous ballad "Old Paul and Old Tim," two equally matched suitors, Old Paul and Old Tim, vie for the affections of the young and spirited Emily. Neither suitor possesses distinct advantages over the other, presenting a dilemma for Emily, neither attracting nor repelling her particularly. Paul and Tim are described as old, bold, and of no discernible preference, emphasizing their indistinguishable suitability as potential husbands. Emily, however, demands a proof of bravery from her suitors,…
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I-The tale of Balen

by LovelyMay — In the lush time of hawthorn bloom, the world awakens with light and sweetness, setting the scene for a tale of contrast between the burgeoning joy of spring and the foreshadowed doom. Our protagonist, Sir Balen, a northern knight, embarks on a journey through the rich tapestry of the English landscape, from the lively woods and moors of his homeland beside the Tyne and Tees to the more serene and untested south. As he treks through lands unfamiliar with the heather's glow or the harsh clarion of northern…
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Chapter Three

by testsuphomeAdmin — The chapter explores Cyrus's lifelong struggle with sleep, framed as a paradoxical and involuntary performance. From childhood, he finds it absurd that sleep requires pretending—a nightly act of faith rather than a natural bodily function. Unlike eating or breathing, sleep demands surrender to an unreliable process, rewarded with dreams but threatened by nightmares. Cyrus views wakefulness as a corrosive force, a "poison" that erodes cognitive clarity until sleep becomes unavoidable. His resistance to…
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CHAPTER III -The Bhagavad-Gita

by LovelyMay — Chapter III of the Bhagavad-Gita opens with Arjuna's conflict about the nature of duty and action versus meditation. He seeks clarification from Krishna on which path is superior and how he should act to achieve the highest good. Krishna responds by elucidating the complexity and necessity of action in life, emphasizing that both paths of wisdom—the path of intellectual understanding (Sankhya) and the path of disciplined action (Yoga)—are essential but ultimately lead to the same divine goal. Krishna…
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The Other Fellow

by LovelyMay — "The Other Fellow" and "The Open Fire" are two reflective and poignant poems exploring the themes of envy, nostalgia, and contentment within human experience. "The Other Fellow" delves into the common human tendency to envy others, assuming their lives are more fortunate, joyful, and free from the burdens we bear. Through a series of rhetorical questions, the poem depicts a universal feeling of looking outward and perceiving others as living the ideal life we wish for ourselves. They seem to encounter…
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VERSE: REST AT EVENING

by LovelyMay — In "Rest at Evening," the poet reflects on the transition from life's daily struggles to the peace that comes with its end. It begins with the end of life's weariness, as all the dependable pillars of existence crumble or fail, ushering in an evening that blends with sorrow, signaling the onset of peace. The poet marvels at how distant the beginning of life will seem at this juncture—its cold dawns, its burdens, and the fleeting nature of both joys and sorrows. Early efforts and enthusiasms, once…
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Ballad: Ellen McJones Aberdeen

by LovelyMay — They gathered around PATTISON CORBY TORBAY, And played him some tunes in the traditional way. They started with jigs, then to reels they did switch, But PATTISON's mood did not improve one bit. "This is torture," he cried, "not a joyous refrain! Oh, cease your wild playing, it's hurting my brain!" But CLONGLOCKETTY swore by the thistle so sharp, He'd not cease his playing till dawn lit the harp. And so through the night, till the early morn broke, The Highlands resounded with pibroch and smoke. The…
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Ballad: The Baby’s Vengeance

by LovelyMay — In the evocative ballad "The Baby's Vengeance" from "The Bab Ballads," we are introduced to the grievous tale of Paley Voltaire of Bromptonville, who lies feverishly ill in a dirty lodging near the Polygon, Somers Town. The poem unfurls the life of Paley, an only child who has squandered an immense inheritance to the point of destitution, haunted by his bad decisions and nearing death. Recommended by a doctor to seek recovery in Madeira, a suggestion Paley cannot afford to follow, he instead requests the…
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THE TOURNAY OF THE HEROES

by LovelyMay — In the vividly depicted Tournay of the Heroes, the call to arms echoes through the realm, summoning an assembly of valiant knights ready to joust in a grand tournament that pits the legends of old Romance against characters from modern fiction. The lists are prepared, and the air is charged with anticipation as combatants on both sides are introduced with grandeur and historical reverence. Leading the charge for the champions of Romance, Roland of Roncesvaux and Wilfred of Ivanhoe take their honored…
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A Roxbury Garden

by LovelyMay — In "A Roxbury Garden," the narrative vividly portrays a joyful day of two sisters, Minna and Stella, immersed in their garden games punctuated by the rich imagery of a summer's day. Beginning with "Hoops," the sisters race each other, weaving their play amongst the garden's pathways, with their hoops spinning in the sun’s embrace. The detailed descriptions bring life to their movements - hoops whirling, sashes fluttering, and gravel crunching - enhancing the atmosphere of carefree youthfulness. As the…
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