The Indiscreet Jewels · Chapter
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This chapter consists of endnotes referencing the second volume of the original edition, including a note about a great fortune and a reference to a hill near Paris famous for asses.
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This chapter consists of endnotes referencing the second volume of the original edition, including a note about a great fortune and a reference to a hill near Paris famous for asses.
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Narrative arc
Story tension across the book.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
Mangogul’s psychological peak occurs when his silent, chagrined astonishment at Cypria’s undeserved fortune an…
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“This chapter began the second volume of the original edition.”
This chapter marks the start of the second volume in the original publication.
Structural note about the book's division.
“My fortune was so great, that I can scarce believe it.”
My luck was so immense that I can hardly believe it.
Expression of disbelief at one's own good fortune.
“A hill near Paris famous for asses.”
A hill near Paris known for its donkeys.
Geographical reference with a humorous or satirical tone.
