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Exploring Timeless Themes in Classic Literature: Voices of Influence

This collection of selected works features timeless narratives that explore the human experience through unique lenses. From Ray Bradbury's poignant "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind," to O. Henry’s touching "The Gift of the Magi," and the insightful reflections of Nelson Mandela in "Glory and Hope," each story delves into themes of love, sacrifice, and the essence of being. This anthology also includes Arthur C. Clarke’s futuristic musings, Shakespeare's thought-provoking "The Seven Ages of Man," and the emotional depth of "The Scarlet Ibis" by James Hurst, showcasing the power of literature across ages.

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Exploring Timeless Themes in Classic Literature: Voices of Influence

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  1. GRADE10 TIMELESS VOICES TIMELESS THEMES

  2. The Golden Kite,TheSilverWindbyRay Bradbury When his men had gone, smilingandbustling,the Mandarinturnedwithgreatlovetothe silken screen. “Daughter,” he whispered,” I willembraceyou.” Therewas no reply. He steppedaroundthescreen, andshewasgone.

  3. “If I ForgetThee,Oh Earth…”byArthur C. Clarke Twinkle, twinkle, little star, How I wonderwhatyouare, Well, he knewwhatthestarswere. Whoeveraskedthatquestionmusthavebeenverystupid.

  4. THE GIFT OF THE MAGIbyO. Henry Suddenlyshewhirledfromthewindowandstoodbeforetheglass. Her eyeswereshiningbrilliantly, but her facehad lostitscolourwithintwentyseconds.

  5. SONATA FOR HARP AND BICYCLEbyJoanAiken He saw her lipsmove as shesaidsomething, but in theclatter of twothousandfeetthewordswerelost. “-fire escape,” he heard, as theycameintothe ……………………

  6. THE SCARLET IBISbyJames Hurst Itseemedsohopelessfromthebeginningthat it is a miracle I didn’tgiveup. But all of us musthavesomethingorsomeoneto be proud of,and….

  7. THE SEVEN AGES of MANbyWilliam Shakespeare Sansteeth, sanseyes, sanstaste, sanseverything

  8. THE NECKLACEbyGuy de Maupassant He suggested: “You can wearsomefreshflowers. It is consideredverychic at this time of year. For ten francs, you can gettwoorthreebeautifulroses.”

  9. GLORY andHOPEbyNelson Mandela The time forthehealing of woundshas come.

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