I have to find out what this part of a story is about. 1) don't know where professor got it 2)I think it might pertain to Victorian era:
They measured each other with the eye. to her he was a spidery thing against the velvet blackness and hard silver sufaces of the pond. ....A squaw, she dared not strike her lord.
please help
Could we please have the title and author? That would help us help you.
that's it. professor did not give that info out. I am trying to figure that myself.
Check out this site. Walpole was the first British writer of gothic novels. Castle at Otranto was the hallmark for later writers... See if this strikes a note. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Castle_of_Otranto
Here is the site for the book online:
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I apologize for the inconvenience, but since you do not have the title and author of the story, I won't be able to provide a specific answer regarding what this part of the story is about. However, I can help guide you on how to analyze the given information to form an understanding.
1) "Don't know where professor got it": This suggests that there is an object or item mentioned in the story, the origin of which is unknown. To understand its significance, consider the context in which the item is mentioned and its potential relevance to the plot or characters.
2) "I think it might pertain to Victorian era": The mention of the Victorian era indicates a possible time setting for the story. To identify connections to this era, research key characteristics and themes associated with the Victorian period in literature. Look for elements such as societal norms, historical events, or specific references to Victorian culture within the story.
Additionally, the excerpt you provided mentions a description of a character and a statement about their actions. To gain a deeper understanding of the passage, analyze the relationship between the two characters mentioned and the implications of the actions described.
To fully comprehend the meaning and significance of this part of the story, it would be best to have the title and author information. However, you can still make reasonable assumptions and interpretations based on the given information and any research you conduct.