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Nightmare: A Tale for an Autumn Evening

by LovelyMay — In "Nightmare: A Tale for an Autumn Evening," the reader is whisked into a vivid scene of tumult and whimsy. The story begins on a gusty night, where the wind itself becomes a character of force and caprice, playing a mischievous game with Mr. Spruggins, a man slightly unsteady from an evening dining in the city. The wind, described as booming, swooping, and careering, makes a plaything of Mr. Spruggins, rolling him along the streets, his movements comically exaggerated—the swaying of his coat-tails, the…
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Chapter Five

by testsuphomeAdmin — The chapter explores the lives of Cyrus and Ali Shams, Iranian immigrants in Indiana, focusing on their struggles with insomnia and trauma. Cyrus, now an adolescent, grapples with chronic sleeplessness, obsessively replaying daily interactions and imagining social slights. His anxiety extends to fears of deportation and his family’s precarious visa status, exacerbated by his father Ali’s vague warnings about the dangers of revealing their Iranian heritage. Ali works long hours at a chicken farm,…
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BOOK IV

by LovelyMay — This passage concludes the narrative of the Argonauts and their eventful journey to retrieve the Golden Fleece. Upon returning to their homeland, they face no further adversities at sea or significant conflicts, marking a peaceful and uneventful conclusion to their epic quest. The narrative blends myth with elements of historic Greek geography and customs, offering insight into Greek mythology's complex world. The tale ends on a positive note, with the Argonauts safely reaching their destination,…
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The Scoffer

by LovelyMay — In "The Scoffer," a reflective poem, the speaker initially imagines himself scoffing at historical figures like Benjamin Franklin and Robert Fulton during their times of innovation. He depicts a scene where, had he lived in Franklin's era, he would have mockingly observed Franklin experimenting with electricity by flying a kite in the rain, a key attached to its tail, dismissing him as insane. Similarly, the speaker admits he might have been among those ridiculing Fulton, doubting the feasibility of…
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VERSE: MY JOURNAL

by LovelyMay — In the poem "My Journal," set against the backdrop of a dreary evening, the speaker delves into an ancient, dust-covered journal, its clasps worn and pages faded, to revisit the chronicles of bygone days lit by the blaze of charred logs. The poem unfolds as a journey through the past, where childhood dreams of glory captured on the fresh, early pages of the journal gradually give way to the realities of life's challenges and pains. The speaker recollects the naive ambitions and the inevitable…
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Ballad: The Ghost, The Gallant, The Gael, And The Goblin

by LovelyMay — In the suburban outskirts, where the land was yet untamed, an unlikely duo wandered: an elderly ghost, embodying the essence of a bygone era, and an influential goblin, bursting with the vigor of youth and mischief. Their spectral and fantastical nature set them apart, one echoing the grandeur of tragic tales, the other a figure straight from a comedy's liveliest scenes. Amidst their stroll, aimed at aiding digestion with light exercise, they stumbled upon a debate that would stir the tranquil air: which…
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Lazarus

by LovelyMay — In "Lazarus," the poem delves into the complex emotions and philosophical inquiries stirred by Lazarus's return from the dead. Mary and Martha, Lazarus's sisters, grapple with their brother's resurrection, experiencing a maelstrom of confusion, fear, and longing for understanding. Martha, feeling as though their brother remains distant even in presence, express her anguish and frustration to Mary, urging her to bridge the emotional gap Lazarus's resurrection has imposed. Meanwhile, Mary confronts the…
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Ballad: The Cunning Woman

by LovelyMay — In the bucolic lands of Arcadia, no couple shone with as much happiness as Bill and Jane. Their love was untainted by the troubles that often befuddled the society of their time—financial panics and stock market crashes were foreign to their simple, joyous existence. Bill tilled the land, while Jane nurtured the gardens; their days were filled with dance, music, and nature’s chorus, encapsulated perfectly when Bill serenaded Jane, declaring their undying love and mutual fondness. This idyllic picture,…
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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 Sixteen

by testsuphomeAdmin — The chapter introduces Arash Shirazi, a soldier in the Iranian army during the 1985 Iran-Iraq War, who adopts a unique role inspired by his comrade Arman. Dressed in a black robe with a flashlight illuminating his face, Arash becomes a symbolic "angel of night," riding his horse Badbadak among the dying soldiers to offer them solace and reinforce their resolve. Arman explains that every platoon has a soldier like Arash—one who embodies this celestial figure to provide comfort amidst the horrors of war.…
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