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  • The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter X

    The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter X
    2026/09/27
    In which the young travellers fall into an unexpected detainment as witnesses against a captured highwayman whose clever escape allows them to resume their journey, only to face a nocturnal scare caused by a half-asleep recruiting sergeant. Their subsequent lodging at the home of a scholarly but shrewd schoolmaster, who entertains them with classical learning and hearty fare, ends in a costly quarrel over an exorbitant bill, revealing the practical hardships and humours of life on the road.
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    14 分
  • The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter VIII

    The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter VIII
    2026/09/26
    In which the narrator, wearied by travel and fortune, reunites in Newcastle with his old schoolfellow Strap, and together they embark on a pedestrian journey to London, encountering humble hospitality along the way. Their lodging at a secluded alehouse is disturbed by the menacing presence of a highwayman and the secretive departure of a sleeping pedlar, stirring fears and cunning amongst the travellers.
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    17 分
  • The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter V

    The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter V
    2026/09/24
    In which a harsh schoolmaster's affronts provoke a spirited scheme of retribution, orchestrated with the aid of steadfast schoolmates and a naval uncle of generous temper. The scheme succeeds and leads to a tender parting as the young scholar is dispatched to a university near a bustling town, kindly provided for and set on a path of learning.
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    12 分
  • The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter III

    The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter III
    2026/09/23
    In which the narrator’s uncle, a robust and weather-beaten seaman, arrives to offer aid and boldly confronts the family’s formidable guard dogs and their irate master. He courageously pleads with the narrator’s austere grandfather for support, enduring sharp rebukes and defiance from kin, yet remains steadfast in his defence of his nephew’s dignity and past neglect.
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    11 分
  • The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter I

    The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter I
    2026/09/22
    In which the narrator recounts his auspicious birth amidst family strife, marked by his grandfather’s austere disposition and his father’s love for a humble relation. The tender narrative unfolds the hardships endured by his mother and the sorrow that ensues, setting the melancholic tone of his early years.
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    11 分
  • The Expedition of Humphry Clinker Letter 85 - from WIN. LOYD To Mrs MARY JONES

    The Expedition of Humphry Clinker Letter 85 - from WIN. LOYD To Mrs MARY JONES
    2026/09/21
    In which the lively and verbose letters of Mr. Loyd reveal a spirited account of local nuptials and fashionable attire, set against the quaint backdrop of provincial society. Amidst colourful descriptions and humble boasts, he conveys plans for a festive Christmas at Brambleton-hall, beckoning civility and camaraderie amongst acquaintances.
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    3 分
  • The Expedition of Humphry Clinker Letter 83 - from MATT. BRAMBLE To Dr LEWIS

    The Expedition of Humphry Clinker Letter 83 - from MATT. BRAMBLE To Dr LEWIS
    2026/09/20
    In which the gentleman, having settled his family affairs and secured the comfort of his friends, contemplates a quiet country life enriched by honest management and rural pursuits. He plans to forsake the bustle of London and Bath for the peacefulness of Brambleton Hall, resolved to embrace exercise and simpler pleasures whilst entrusting his physician friend with the guardianship of his health.
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    4 分
  • The Expedition of Humphry Clinker Letter 81 - from MATT. BRAMBLE To Dr LEWIS

    The Expedition of Humphry Clinker Letter 81 - from MATT. BRAMBLE To Dr LEWIS
    2026/09/19
    In which the diligent Mr Bramble undertakes the delicate task of managing his friend Mr Baynard’s household affairs and finances following a domestic tragedy, blending practical remedies with tender care to restore order and contentment to the estate. Meanwhile, preparations for matrimonial alliances progress amidst subtle social manoeuvres and the hopeful stirrings of new attachments, all portrayed with a keen eye for human nature and the gentle humours of rural society.
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    16 分