Is The Great Gatsby A Modernist

My grandfather is very eccentric, performing daily rituals of offering incense to himself, standing in front of his own spirit tablet and eating candles. Villagers are fearful of my grandfather. I am fearful of him too. Later, I discovered that what they were afraid of was not my grandfather, but me. Even grandfather is afraid of me. ... My name is Chen Shi. The Chen of honesty, the Shi of sincerity.

“Next, we have the most noble recipient of the Order of the Garter, the Grand Cross of Saint Michael and Saint George, the Grand Cross of the Bath, the Victoria Cross and the lower grades of Knighthood, the leader of the anti-colonial movement, the bell-ringer of the East India Company, the hero of the Crimean War, a Fellow of the Royal Society, a lifelong dear friend of literary giants such as Dickens and Great Dumas, a steadfast supporter of scientific luminaries like Faraday and Darwin, having served as assistant under-secretary, deputy under-secretary, and permanent under-secretary in departments of the Home Office and the Navy Department of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, the inaugural Cabinet Secretary and head of the civil service, the first graduate and most distinguished alumnus of our school. Please welcome Sir Arthur Hastings to deliver a speech on the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of the founding of the University of London.” Arthur's gaze swept across the crowd before him, looking at the young faces and murmured, “Agares, what do you think I should say?” The Red Devil's wraith hovered behind him, saliva almost dribbling from the corner of his mouth, “Look at these ignorant souls; they still worship you as a hero. Why not say something they'd like to hear?” Arthur took a deep breath and let out a deafening roar, “Oxford is a bunch of whores' bastards!” “Oh!!!!” The audience erupted into thunderous applause. “Cambridge is the same!” he added immediately. The applause grew even more fervent... (The protagonist, possessed by a devil, travels through 19th-century Britain in a world without magic)

The matrimonial alliance between the Jiang and Ye families caused a sensation in Shengjing. She was the third young miss of the Ye Family, while her second sister was the one to be wed. As the wedding date approached, Young Master Jiang suddenly was involved in a car accident. Various rumors spread like wildfire. Some said that Young Master Jiang’s legs were broken and he might be paralyzed for life! Others claimed that he was injured in his manhood and would not be able to carry out conjugal duties! In just a few days, Young Master Jiang, once the heartthrob of Shengjing, who had countless wealthy maidens vying for his attention, became an object of pity and aversion. The second miss of the Ye Family ran away from home, and the wedding fell upon her. When asked if she would marry him? She snorted with laughter, “Why wouldn’t I?” For other women, this marriage might be a disaster for life, but for her, it hit right on the mark! Oh no, it was exactly to her liking! He was the legitimate eldest son of the prestigious Jiang Family of Shengjing. From a young age, he knew that his marriage would be nothing more than a business transaction. When asked if he would take a wife? He answered, “Why wouldn’t I?” His only two requirements for his wife were to be well-behaved and quiet. Thus, he sat in his wheelchair and welcomed his bride...... Mini theater: One day, the runaway second sister returned and fell in love with Mr. Jiang at first sight. “Liangyan, he was supposed to be my husband. I was confused for a moment, but now I want to win him back. Be sensible and get out of the Jiang Family early!” At that moment, Mr. Jiang appeared. Liangyan glanced at him, smiling but not really smiling, “There you go, your original wife is here to find you, I’ll get lost.” Mr. Jiang tenderly wrapped his arm around her shoulder, “My wife, what nonsense are you talking about? The second sister is not in her right mind, how can you stoop to her level?” “......” The second miss of the Ye Family was baffled amidst the turmoil...... PS: This story is a romance with a warm married life theme, 1V1, both are virgins, no misunderstandings about affairs. It's only about tormenting the scum! Welcome, dear readers, to dive into this story! Your support means a lot. Love you all, muah!!

In a world forever changed by the Great Demons' brutal reign, humanity's hard-won peace is threatened by a new and unexpected force: Lance Grey. This young boy's unsettling abilities, born from an unknown power, raise questions about his true nature. Is he a cursed soul, a demon in disguise, or something more? As Lance grapples with the darkness within, he must confront the shadows of his own destiny. With the help of loyal friends, he'll brave treacherous landscapes, battle formidable enemies, and unravel the mysteries of his power. Will Lance master his abilities, or will they consume him? Can he forge a new path, or will the legacy of the Great Demons define his future? Join Lance Grey on his heart-pumping journey to discover the truth about himself and the world he lives in. The fate of humanity hangs in the balance in How To Be A Great Demon.

A young man orphaned pass most of his life in the hospital and dies with 17 years. And when he opens his eyes again he finds himself in a new world. A world of sects, kingdoms, cultivation techniques and martial arts, secrets, conflicts, friendships, family, growth in search of immortality and so on. Check out this young man's adventures in a Cultivation world, as he makes friends, and faces enemies, and maybe a new love? IG: @great.daoofspace

The war between humans and the Auris is at its peak. Humans have lost a great deal, and the Auris armies are advancing to conquer human lands. A desperate girl, wishing to stop the war, attempts to summon the legendary warrior Astyria. However, instead of Astyria, she summons...

In the sprawling streets of ancient Rome, a man named Marcus Benedictus emerged from the shadows as a figure both feared and formidable. His life unfolded as a fierce narrative of defiance, ambition, and ruthless resolve, ultimately leading him to become the most dangerous man in the Empire and, in many eyes, the deadliest man in the known world.

The day of abandonment. Monsters roamed the lands as some sort of predators, criminals were coming from nowhere and broke all that is lawful, the concept of reality was slowly becoming a suggestion...and yet, despite all odds...they adapted. the year in the messed up callander is 2093, and what was left of earth has evolved into some weird insanity that's functional despite what happaned. People live in cities and countries in a world that's gone mad, where super heroes are now a normal Monday, new job opportunities have arrived, and trail chambers, otherwise known as dungeons, spreaded like wildfire to test people of all kinds. In such a bizarre plane of existence, can our young lead survive the trails ahead of him, and make something great of himself? Maybe even saving existance itself from collapse.

Kizan Yami, an 18-year-old modern-era teenager, is thrown into a deadly cosmic game in a universe where eras overlap and survival is the only rule. Kizan is torn from his jail cell and taken to a mysterious dimension with warriors, criminals, and survivors from five different eras—Modern, Middle Ages, Ice Age, Prehistoric, and Classical Antiquity—on the eve of his birthday, still reeling from a turbulent past filled with betrayal and vengeance. Selected to play the Survival Game on Planet Gilcher, Kizan must discover the secrets of his newly discovered powers while navigating a dangerous world full of vicious opponents and fierce animals. Possessing the uncommon qualities of lightning and water, as well as a mysteriously locked legacy. in this world it survival of the fittest serving along side the unknown.

Diego is an assassin who founded a revolutionary movement that aimes at changing whatever is left of his highly futuristic and distopian world. Born inside an underground laboratory, he possesses special abilities that quickly made him the best of his time. After his death, his soul was summoned along with Forren, his former right-hand man, Folarin, a member of an alien race that invaded his planet, and Valis, the strongest member that ever lived of her race, to take part in a survival game rappresenting their planet competing against other beings in the same situation as them with their homeplanet on the line. Should they fail at completing in 10 years the 150 stages prepared by the gods, their planets would be canceled of the face of the universe, but if they succeed, they will each be granted a wish from the gods.

What will you do if you, as an heiress of a mafia organization in this modern world, suddenly jump into another dimension? Historical era? The worst in this world is when a girl needs to be girlish, polite, wearing a dress with thick layers, and too traditional for her liking! But, of course, she will ruled this world, too, right? *Reminder: English is not writer main language so read at your own risk. ~~~~~~~~~ ::VOLUME 1 : WHERE IS THIS WORLD?:: => Ariana Rose Conrad, heiress of Mafia from Black Eagle Organization in modern world suddenly jump into another dimension which totally different than the world that she know. ::VOLUME 2 : MARRY THE ENEMY:: => New life of Ariana as a Duchess. She also began to focusing on her mafia organization here. Her first case to investigate regarding the disease suffered by her mother-in-law. Love also started to blossom between her and her husband but something like this definitely not that easy as they started as enemies. After a big event, Ariana decided to leave the Silver Palace and divorce. ::VOLUME 3 : THE STRUGGLE OF LOVE:: => The Duke does not want to give up and keep on searching for his wife desperately even if she already left him. Reunite at some point but Ariana refused to coming back. Things getting complicated after Zayn collapsed, making Ariana have to make another big decision in her life. ::VOLUME 4 : THE FAMILY:: => The Basileious and the Conrad are now in a tense state after what Ariana said to the King, her own father. The empire also is in uproar because of that. People opinion is now divided into both of the household. ~~~~~~~~~~

Ren, a young adventurer, embarks on a seemingly simple quest – gather medicinal herbs. A vicious wolf attack leaves him close to death. Saved by a mysterious person and a watchful guard, Ren is thrust into a world far larger than his wildest dreams. Unraveling the identities of his saviors, Ren uncovers whispers of ancient secrets, forgotten magic, and a brewing conflict that threatens the very heart of the world. Can Ren overcome his near-death experience and rise to the challenge? Join Ren's thrilling adventure as he journeys, unravels mysteries, and discovers the true meaning of courage in this captivating fantasy tale!

In the bustling, mystical city of Arcadia, the balance between light and darkness teeters on the edge of chaos. Enter Cyrus Sombra, a young man with an unassuming past but an extraordinary destiny. After the sudden and tragic death of his father, Cyrus discovers he is the heir to a legacy of powerful exorcists, tasked with defending the world from malevolent supernatural forces. Guided by the enigmatic and knowledgeable Mr. Grimshaw, the owner of a mysterious bookstore, and trained by the formidable Marcus Blackwood, a seasoned exorcist with a rugged past, Cyrus embarks on a journey of self-discovery and relentless battles. Equipped with the legendary Eye of Aradia and the mystical Shadowblade, Cyrus must hone his newfound abilities and face increasingly dangerous adversaries. The ancient city of Arcadia, with its hidden catacombs and shadowy corners, becomes both a training ground and a battlefield. As Cyrus learns to wield his powers, he confronts wraiths, demons, and dark warlocks, uncovering a web of dark rituals and sinister plans threatening to plunge the world into eternal darkness. At the heart of the threat lies Malachai Ravenswood, a powerful warlock who has defied time and death to seek ultimate dominion over the shadow realm. Cyrus and his allies must unravel the secrets of ancient artifacts and counter-rituals, risking their lives to prevent Malachai's apocalyptic vision from becoming reality. "Testament of the Great Exorcist" is a thrilling blend of action, fantasy, horror, and comedy. It weaves together the intense struggles of supernatural warfare with moments of levity and camaraderie. As Cyrus navigates his path, he learns that true power lies not just in his abilities, but in the strength of his convictions and the bonds he forms along the way. Join Cyrus Sombra on his epic quest as he transforms from a novice exorcist into a legendary protector, fighting to safeguard his city and the world from the encroaching darkness.

"Beyond the Veil: The Great Shift" unfolds as Matthew Mitchell, a 21st-century gentleman, finds himself mysteriously transported to an alternate Victorian-era world fraught with enigma, peril, and looming chaos. As he navigates this realm teeming with both supernatural entities and mortal adversaries, Matthew discovers his newfound ability to unravel the veiled mysteries shrouding the land. Entangled in political intrigue, facing ancient adversaries, and forging alliances with both the living and the spectral, Matthew's journey is a relentless quest for answers amid the shadows of a society gripped by death and secrecy. Each step propels him deeper into a realm where the boundaries between life and the afterlife blur, unraveling a tapestry of fate, death, and the unknown.

Dao is the beginning and end of everything. The great Dao binds all living and non-living things in the universe. It is the absolute concept that underpins the universe, incorporating the Yin and Yang principles as well as the Five Elements. Follow our protagonist Liu Feng as he travels through the mysterious world of cultivation with his unique system and unveils the mysteries of the great Dao.

A Note from Barnaby Twiddlepot Dear Reader, Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Barnaby Twiddlepot—inventor, dreamer, and, some might say, the architect of one of the most infamous culinary catastrophes in history: The Great Spaghetti Incident. It is a tale as tangled and twisted as the spaghetti it spawned, and I feel both duty-bound and curiously delighted to tell you my side of the story. This book is not merely an account of the absurd events that unfolded in Flipsville that fateful summer. No, it is a testament to ambition gone awry, to the sheer unpredictability of invention, and to the fragile boundary between genius and madness. What began as an innocent attempt to revolutionize dinner parties ended with an entire town engulfed in a wave of pasta-shaped pandemonium. Through these pages, you will witness my humble beginnings, the birth of the Spaghettifier, and the escalating chaos that turned my quaint little backyard laboratory into ground zero for an unprecedented incident. You will laugh, you will cringe, and perhaps you will even find yourself questioning your next plate of spaghetti. This is not merely my story. It is the story of a town, a machine, and a series of events that would forever etch the name Flipsville into the annals of culinary history. I have done my best to recount the events faithfully, but let me assure you, the truth is stranger than any fiction I could ever concoct. So, prepare yourself, dear reader, for a journey into the absurd. As you turn these pages, remember: no noodle is ever just a noodle, and sometimes, the simplest ideas can spiral completely out of control. Bon appétit... and good luck. Yours in tangled ambition, Barnaby Twiddlepot Inventor, accidental calamity maker, and reluctant chronicler of the Great Spaghetti Incident.

After the heartbreaking execution of his parents due to their lower status and their rebellion against the King of Varanasi. Sukoh Yadav a fourteen year old boy sets of to China along a merchant group to become a great General in China and to conquer his homecountry and abolish the very idea of caste.

A legendary academy has been established, practicing perfect exercises that make the heavens and the earth tremble. The indomitable dean leads a group of teachers and students unafraid of the sky and earth to create a myth together!

In 1127 AD, the Northern Song Dynasty fell. Shortly after, Zhao Gou, the ninth prince of the royal family, ascended the throne in Shangqiu amidst great public anticipation, inheriting the Song dynasty and renaming the era to Jianyan. However, within just three months, Li Gang was dismissed as Prime Minister, Chen Dong was executed, Yue Fei was expelled from the army, Zong Ze was abandoned in Dongjing, and the anti-Jin plans in Hebei were completely dismantled. After all this effort, the civil and military officials of the court finally reached a consensus: to support Emperor Zhao’s grand strategy of retreating south to Huai regions and eventually to Yangzhou for the fight against the Jin. But just as the journey began, after paying homage to the Daoist patriarch at the Mingdao Palace in Bozhou, Emperor Zhao stumbled into the infamous Nine Dragon Well. When he emerged, he no longer recognized who his trusted aides were! "I want to resist the Jin! But where are my confidants?!" This is the heartfelt cry of a soul from 900 years later, who, after reluctantly inheriting the name of the Great Song, must now lead this court and this nation onto a new path.

seorang putri raja bernama merlan menghabiskan hari hari damainya di istana, namun kedamaiannya seketika sirna karena sebuah buku.

In an empire rising from the remnants of a cataclysmic undead invasion, Ari, a girl from the Bandawi tribe known for their innate resistance to magic, harbours a dream: to wield the Power. As she turns fourteen, the mandatory examination gives her the opportunity to pursue this dream, but it leads to far more than she anticipated. By either the grace of her unique gift or the hidden schemes of the Empire's spymaster, Ari finds herself at the Great Academy of Tramira. Here, she is compelled to form an uneasy alliance with four other youths, each carrying the burden of a violent history. Together, they must build a bond that will last a lifetime, navigating the intricate dynamics of academy life while wrestling with their own inner demons. Meanwhile, minor occurrences start to intertwine, setting off a chain of events that could engulf their world in chaos. Within this realm of magic, deities, multiverse travellers, and long-buried secrets, ethereal black cats serve as silent overseers, ensuring that an impending calamity unfolds as destined. Unknowingly at the center of this brewing storm, Ari and her companions are thrust into a journey that will reveal wild truths and confront them with mysterious forces competing for power in a world teetering on the brink of destruction.

Cheng Sheng is a cultivator, but his cultivation is stuck in a low level. Aside from that, his personality is not good, and so people call him 'scum'. When an incident about a strange corpse happened, a big disaster will ensue. Not only to the Xinfanxian sect, not only to the citizens of Xinfaxian, but to the whole world. The demonic cultivators' plot stemming from the past, powers awakening which is connected to his real identity, and a big secret that will shake the world's foundation. Cheng Sheng: I'm just a humble talented genius. Everyone: your words and actions aren't humble at all! Decade-long pining and doting gong x scum shou, together with their friends and family to color their life... join them in their misadventures! Alternative title: The Scum's Series of Unfortunate Events Update: daily

Alternative Title: Titans In a world where gods once roamed freely, their power is now fractured, scattered across humanity in the form of "Titan Fragments"—artifacts that grant extraordinary abilities to their wielders. These fragments, said to be remnants of the gods themselves, bestow unimaginable strength, speed, and intelligence, but at a cost: they draw their bearers into an eternal struggle for dominance. Eren Kael, a young scavenger from the forgotten city of Ashenvale, stumbles upon a mysterious fragment buried in the ruins of an ancient battlefield. Unlike others, his fragment doesn't seem to amplify his strength or speed—it grants him visions of the gods’ downfall and whispers of a secret that could change the balance of the world. As Eren is thrust into the chaotic battles of the Titans, he must navigate alliances and rivalries with other bearers, each with their own ambitions and dark pasts. Among them are Lysara, a rogue strategist seeking vengeance for her family; Kaelen, a knight determined to restore honor to his kingdom; and Darius, a warlord who believes he is the reincarnation of a fallen god. But as the fragments call for blood and power, Eren begins to unravel a chilling truth: the fragments are not just relics of the gods—they are the gods, imprisoned within shards of their former glory, desperate to reclaim their dominion. Caught between the Titans' unending war and the gods’ looming resurrection, Eren must decide: Will he use his fragment to end the cycle of violence, or will he succumb to its intoxicating power and become the very thing he fears? Titans is a gripping tale of power, ambition, and the eternal question: What does it mean to be a god in a world of mortals?