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diancang.xyz • Literature • China

This short story depicts the struggles of a poor student, Wang Yaming, whose calloused hands symbolize the hardships she faces in a discriminatory school environment.

newyorker.com • Literature • World

This excerpt from the New Yorker recounts the tragic aftermath of Jack's death, as Ennis confronts the implications of their unspoken love and Jack's family.

supersummary.com • Literature • World

Karen Blixen's 'Babette's Feast' recounts how a French refugee maid's lottery win transforms a pious Norwegian community through a lavish French feast.

supersummary.com • Literature • World

Karen Blixen's short story, "Babette's Feast," recounts how a French refugee maid's lottery win transforms a pious Norwegian community through a lavish meal, exploring themes of spiritual and physical nourishment and artistic fulfillment.

supersummary.com • Literature • World

This character analysis explores Fatou, the protagonist of "The Embassy of Cambodia," detailing her resilience, independence, and evolving understanding of her domestic servitude.

granta.com • Fiction • World

A man and woman on a road trip encounter car trouble in Wyoming, leading to a series of events that reveal their complex relationship and the challenges they face.

lavozdealcala.com • Story • Spain

This short story recounts the life of Pepe, a beloved local kiosk owner in Alcalá, Spain, known for his kindness and dedication to his community.