249 Results with the "Poetry" genre


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      Chapter Sixteen

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      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.…
    • Chapter X — The Bhagavad-Gita Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter X begins with Krishna revealing a deeper layer of his divinity to Arjuna—one that goes beyond form, worship, or action. In this chapter, Krishna explains that the vast and intricate universe is not separate from him, but entirely rooted in his essence. Arjuna learns that Krishna is not only the creator but also the origin of wisdom, memory, and consciousness itself. The nature of Krishna’s divine influence becomes clearer when he claims that even the gods and ancient sages do not fully grasp…
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      As It Is

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      by LovelyMay 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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    • Ballad: The Rival Curates Cover
      by LovelyMay The Rival Curates tale opens not with confrontation, but with a playful tension that threads through an age-old rivalry. In many small towns, such characters as these—Hopley and Hooper—embody more than just clergy; they reflect the conflicting pulls of pride and peace within any community. Where most expect a duel of egos, the story offers something richer: an invitation to examine the power of joy, music, and shared humanity over empty disputes. The plan was simple but mischievous. Hooper’s allies…
    • Ballad: Gentle Alice Brown Cover
      by LovelyMay Gentle Alice Brown opens with a contrast that sets the tone for the entire tale. She is described as kind and demure, yet her family background is anything but gentle. Her father is a notorious robber, feared in their little Italian village, and her mother is no stranger to criminal behavior either. Despite this, Alice remains composed, her heart quietly yearning for the sight of a handsome man from the Customs House who strolls past their home. She watches him with fascination, not out of lust or desire…
    • Ballad: The King Of Canoodle-Dum Cover
      by LovelyMay The King Of Canoodle-Dum begins with Frederick Gowler, a worn and weathered sailor, abandoning his ship in the far reaches of the Caribbee. Drifting inland and far from the familiar salt of the sea, he stumbles into the bizarre kingdom of Canoodle-Dum, where logic and custom bend into odd and entertaining shapes. There, he meets the ever-curious King Calamity Pop Von Peppermint Drop, whose name alone suggests mischief wrapped in royal ribbons. The king greets the stranger with the sort of questioning grin…
    • VERSE: A Legend of Provence Cover
      by LovelyMay A Legend of Provence begins in a quiet moment of reflection, where a simple portrait stirs a deep story of loss and redemption. The image—a sorrowful nun with downcast eyes—serves not just as a symbol of piety, but as the gateway to a narrative set in the sun-kissed fields of southern France. The convent known as Our Lady of the Hawthorns stood like a sanctuary of compassion, offering care to the sick, peace to the weary, and a home to many who had nowhere else to turn. Within its tranquil walls lived…
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      by LovelyMay In this chapter titled The Paper Windmill, the scene unfolds as a quiet exploration of a child’s inner world, shaped by longing, boredom, and vibrant imagination. Beginning in the early morning light, the story shifts from the eerie remnants of Mr. Spruggins’ grotesque nightmare to a new perspective—that of a young boy staring out from a quiet window. His surroundings are filled with silence, interrupted only by the stirrings of life outside. While the nightmare that opens the chapter is steeped in…
    • Chapter Twenty-seven [When asked about…], Martyr! Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a reflection on Michelangelo's approach to sculpture—removing excess stone to reveal the masterpiece within. This metaphor extends to life, where eliminating negative elements (toxic relationships, bad habits) is often mistaken for creating goodness. The author critiques the Abrahamic moral framework, arguing that avoiding wrongdoing doesn't equate to active virtue. A rich man, for instance, may pride himself on not harming others while neglecting positive action, exposing the…
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