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📘 Introduction to the Book – Echoes: A Collection of ISC Short Stories

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  • 1

    Introduction To The Book – Echoes: A Collection Of Isc Short Stories

    This section introduces 'Echoes', a curated anthology of short stories aimed at ICSE Class 12 students that delves into various aspects of human behavior and emotions.

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  • 2

    Chapter 1: The Singing Lesson – Katherine Mansfield

    In 'The Singing Lesson,' Katherine Mansfield explores the emotional turmoil of Miss Meadows, a music teacher, as she navigates her heartbreak on the day of a significant lesson.

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  • 2.1

    About The Author

    This section introduces Katherine Mansfield, highlighting her contributions as a modernist writer with emotional depth in her short stories.

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  • 2.2

    Summary

    This section provides summaries for short stories included in the anthology 'Echoes', highlighting key themes, characters, and quotes.

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  • 2.3

    Themes

    This section examines the key themes explored in the anthology of short stories, focusing on emotional vulnerability, societal roles, the power of music, ethical boundaries, nature's sensitivity, and the nuances of childhood innocence.

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  • 2.4

    Characters

    This section discusses the characters in the selected short stories from the anthology and their roles in conveying the overarching themes.

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  • 2.5

    Important Quotes

    This section highlights significant quotes from various short stories and their impact on understanding themes and characters.

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  • 3

    Chapter 2: The Sound Machine – Roald Dahl

    In 'The Sound Machine,' Klausner invents a device to detect sound frequencies, revealing the unsettling possibility that plants can feel pain.

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  • 3.1

    About The Author

    The section details the life and work of Katherine Mansfield, highlighting her contributions to modernist literature and her exploration of women's roles in society.

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  • 3.2

    Summary

    This section provides a summary of the short stories featured in the anthology 'Echoes,' touching on themes, characters, and significant quotes.

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  • 3.3

    Themes

    This section explores the central themes within the stories of the anthology 'Echoes', highlighting recurring ideas such as emotional vulnerability, the role of women, and the power of music.

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  • 3.4

    Characters

    This section explores the key characters featured in the short stories from the anthology, focusing on their roles, traits, and the impact they have on the narratives.

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  • 3.5

    Important Quotes

    This section highlights significant quotes from the stories in the anthology, illustrating deep themes and character insights.

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  • 4

    Chapter 3: B. Wordsworth – V.s. Naipaul

    This section explores the friendship between a boy and B. Wordsworth, a self-proclaimed poet, delving into themes of childhood innocence and the boundaries between truth and illusion.

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  • 4.1

    About The Author

    This section explores Katherine Mansfield's impactful writing and thematic focus.

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  • 4.2

    Summary

    This section covers summaries, themes, and character analyses of three short stories included in 'Echoes: A Collection of ISC Short Stories'.

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  • 4.3

    Themes

    The section explores key themes present in three short stories, focusing on emotional vulnerability, the role of women, human curiosity, and the complexities of truth and illusion.

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  • 4.4

    Characters

    The section discusses the essential characters from the first three short stories within the anthology, focusing on their traits, relationships, and significance to the plot.

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  • 4.5

    Important Quotes

    This section focuses on significant quotes from each story in the anthology, providing insights into the essence of the narratives.

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References

12 english lit ch2.1.pdf

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