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Ballad: A Worm Will Turn
A Worm Will Turn follows the life of Bernard Jupp, a man who radiates positivity no matter how hard the world tries to bring him down. His laughter is not the kind born of ignorance, but a deliberate response to the heaviness life can bring. Even when faced with personal and financial ruin, Bernard does not waver. There is wisdom in his wit, strength in his silliness, and hope behind every grin he offers. His approach to pain is not avoidance but reframing—it’s about choosing to see value in struggle…-
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A Discontented Sugar Broker is a tale that humorously examines how even the most successful lives can be marred by private dissatisfaction. The broker, a respected and financially secure man, enjoys every outward mark of stability—his business thrives, his staff is loyal, and his home life remains orderly and untroubled. Yet, despite these comforts, he considers himself deeply unlucky because of his large size. It is not health alone that concerns him, but the feeling of heaviness that overshadows his…-
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A Derby Legend unfolds not just as a tale of love and rivalry, but also as a light-hearted reflection on human nature’s quirks when pride, passion, and public spectacle converge. At the heart of the story is Emily Jane, a diligent nursery maid whose heart becomes the prize in a humorous tug-of-war between two polar-opposite suitors. James, dressed in the splendor of the Life Guards, embodies the grandeur of martial charm. Meanwhile, John, a practical and grounded constable, brings with him the steady…
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As It Is
As It Is opens with a voice that feels both hopeful and honest—someone who has dreamed of a better world but now sees value in the one already here. The speaker reflects on how much easier life might be if people were less greedy, more patient, or more forgiving of each other's flaws. Yet even with those thoughts, there’s no bitterness. Instead, there’s acceptance—a recognition that the world, with all its messiness and contradictions, still offers beauty. It may not be perfect, but it’s deeply…-
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Introduction to Legends and Lyrics opens with a candid memory from Charles Dickens as he describes an unexpected yet deeply meaningful literary encounter. While managing the editorial duties of Household Words, he came across a poem so sincere and refined that it compelled him to request more from the unknown contributor, Mary Berwick. What he didn't know was that behind the pseudonym stood someone already within his social circle—Adelaide Anne Procter, the daughter of his old friend Barry Cornwall. This…-
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A MARRIAGE
A Marriage begins not with the glow of joy, but with a tone that suggests obligation rather than bliss. The wedding of a farmer’s daughter, instead of bringing laughter and community cheer, becomes a restrained and bittersweet occasion. At the heart of the story lies a simple truth—what society calls a celebration often conceals silent sacrifice. The setting, meant to be the family's chapel, had to be changed at the last moment due to failed permissions, and this inconvenience becomes a metaphor for…-
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A Dome of Many-Coloured Glass by Amy Lowell is a lyrical and evocative collection of poetry that captures the beauty and complexity of life through vivid imagery and emotional depth. Published in 1912, the collection is divided into three sections— Sonnets, Songs of Love and Death, and A Dome of Many-Coloured Glass—each exploring themes of nature, love, loss, and the interplay between human emotion and the world. With its intricate craftsmanship and vibrant language, the collection establishes Lowell as a significant voice in early 20th-century poetry, blending tradition with innovation.-
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A BETROTHAL
A Betrothal begins with the sudden surprise of music drifting through the quiet mountain air, breaking the evening stillness with a cheerful tune. The narrator, joined by friends and children, quickly abandons the day's solemnity and embraces the spirit of festivity. Even without understanding the local language, their curiosity pulls them toward the nearby farmhouse, where a celebration is already underway. The joy is infectious. Dressed more plainly than the guests, they’re still welcomed warmly, a…-
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