Chapter III · Chapter 3

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

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make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of

From this reading It is the purpose of the present chapter to review a few of the incidents in that narrative, a knowledge of which will add to the clearer understanding of Peters' story.

deserving of the highest esteem or admiration

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

in the past

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(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

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From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

in addition

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

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used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

the region around the south pole: Antarctica and surrounding waters

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

of or relating to or characteristic of an autobiographer

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

(sometimes followed by “of”) having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading The NINTH Chapter There may be among my readers some who have never read "The Narrative of A. Gordon Pym," or have so long ago perused that interesting and mysterious conception, that they have forgotten even the outlines of the story.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

the organic process of bearing flowers

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of short duration or distance

From this reading For such readers it will be but a waste of time to peruse the present chapter, brief though it is.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading For such readers it will be but a waste of time to peruse the present chapter, brief though it is.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled

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comparative of “clear” — readily apparent to the mind

From this reading It is the purpose of the present chapter to review a few of the incidents in that narrative, a knowledge of which will add to the clearer understanding of Peters' story.

belonging to or participated in by a community as a whole; public

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances

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(plural) the deepest and most remote part

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

past form of “die” — pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on

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the younger brother of Edwy who became king of Northumbria when it renounced Edwy; on Edwy's death he succeeded to the throne of England (944-975)

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

improved or corrected by critical editing

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

capturing interest as if by a spell

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

plural of “entry” — an item inserted in a written record

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

divisible by two

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plural of “fact” — a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

well known or easily recognized

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

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From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

plural of “feel” — an intuitive awareness

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading It is the purpose of the present chapter to review a few of the incidents in that narrative, a knowledge of which will add to the clearer understanding of Peters' story.

plural of “flower” — a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

Not remembered; lapsed from memory.

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the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

provided with whatever is necessary for a purpose (as furniture or equipment or authority)

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

plural of “gem” — art highly prized for its beauty or perfection

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

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relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

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any place of complete bliss and delight and peace

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

not accessible to view

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

the lack of knowledge or education

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

plural of “incident” — a single distinct event

From this reading It is the purpose of the present chapter to review a few of the incidents in that narrative, a knowledge of which will add to the clearer understanding of Peters' story.

arousing or holding the attention

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the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

and nothing more

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning

From this reading It is the purpose of the present chapter to review a few of the incidents in that narrative, a knowledge of which will add to the clearer understanding of Peters' story.

plural of “know” — the fact of being aware of information that is known to few people

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

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used to say something is possible, or to give permission

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past form of “mention” — make reference to

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

belonging to the person speaking

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plural of “mystery” — something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

of an obscure nature

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a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

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near in time or place or relationship

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

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position nine in a countable series of things

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used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

in an obscure manner

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

a large body of water constituting a principal part of the hydrosphere

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

plural of “outline” — the line that appears to bound an object

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something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

a person who requires medical care

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

examine or consider with attention and in detail

From this reading For such readers it will be but a waste of time to peruse the present chapter, brief though it is.

past form of “peruse” — examine or consider with attention and in detail

From this reading The NINTH Chapter There may be among my readers some who have never read "The Narrative of A. Gordon Pym," or have so long ago perused that interesting and mysterious conception, that they have forgotten even the outlines of the story.

plural of “peter” — disciple of Jesus and leader of the Apostles; regarded by Catholics as the vicar of Christ on earth and first Pope

From this reading It is the purpose of the present chapter to review a few of the incidents in that narrative, a knowledge of which will add to the clearer understanding of Peters' story.

plural of “place” — a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

United States writer and poet (1809-1849)

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

possessive form of “poe” — United States writer and poet (1809-1849)

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading It is the purpose of the present chapter to review a few of the incidents in that narrative, a knowledge of which will add to the clearer understanding of Peters' story.

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading It is the purpose of the present chapter to review a few of the incidents in that narrative, a knowledge of which will add to the clearer understanding of Peters' story.

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From this reading The NINTH Chapter There may be among my readers some who have never read "The Narrative of A. Gordon Pym," or have so long ago perused that interesting and mysterious conception, that they have forgotten even the outlines of the story.

interpret something that is written or printed

From this reading The NINTH Chapter There may be among my readers some who have never read "The Narrative of A. Gordon Pym," or have so long ago perused that interesting and mysterious conception, that they have forgotten even the outlines of the story.

a person who enjoys reading

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

plural of “reader” — a person who enjoys reading

From this reading The NINTH Chapter There may be among my readers some who have never read "The Narrative of A. Gordon Pym," or have so long ago perused that interesting and mysterious conception, that they have forgotten even the outlines of the story.

the extended spatial location of something

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

a new appraisal or evaluation

From this reading It is the purpose of the present chapter to review a few of the incidents in that narrative, a knowledge of which will add to the clearer understanding of Peters' story.

except for; apart from

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

plural of “secret” — something that should remain hidden from others (especially information that is not to be passed on)

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

a person with unusual powers of foresight

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

plural of “see” — the seat within a bishop's diocese where his cathedral is located

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading The NINTH Chapter There may be among my readers some who have never read "The Narrative of A. Gordon Pym," or have so long ago perused that interesting and mysterious conception, that they have forgotten even the outlines of the story.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading The NINTH Chapter There may be among my readers some who have never read "The Narrative of A. Gordon Pym," or have so long ago perused that interesting and mysterious conception, that they have forgotten even the outlines of the story.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading For such readers it will be but a waste of time to peruse the present chapter, brief though it is.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

in or at that place or location

From this reading The NINTH Chapter There may be among my readers some who have never read "The Narrative of A. Gordon Pym," or have so long ago perused that interesting and mysterious conception, that they have forgotten even the outlines of the story.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading The NINTH Chapter There may be among my readers some who have never read "The Narrative of A. Gordon Pym," or have so long ago perused that interesting and mysterious conception, that they have forgotten even the outlines of the story.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading For such readers it will be but a waste of time to peruse the present chapter, brief though it is.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading It is the purpose of the present chapter to review a few of the incidents in that narrative, a knowledge of which will add to the clearer understanding of Peters' story.

the cognitive condition of someone who understands

From this reading It is the purpose of the present chapter to review a few of the incidents in that narrative, a knowledge of which will add to the clearer understanding of Peters' story.

a vivid mental image

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

any materials unused and rejected as worthless or unwanted

From this reading For such readers it will be but a waste of time to peruse the present chapter, brief though it is.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

which person or people

From this reading The NINTH Chapter There may be among my readers some who have never read "The Narrative of A. Gordon Pym," or have so long ago perused that interesting and mysterious conception, that they have forgotten even the outlines of the story.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading It is the purpose of the present chapter to review a few of the incidents in that narrative, a knowledge of which will add to the clearer understanding of Peters' story.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.

plural of “wonder” — the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising

From this reading And it is now time that the patient reader should also know the secrets of that far-distant antarctic region--secrets of which Poe himself died in ignorance--save as the genius, the seer, knows the wonders of heaven and earth--sees gems that lie in hidden places, and flowers that bloom obscurely, and feels the mysteries of ocean depths, and all that is so far--or near, so great--or small, that common vision sees it not.

set down in writing in any of various ways

From this reading Those who are familiar with Edgar Allan Poe's admirable and entrancing narrative just mentioned, are aware that it is written in autobiographical form, the facts for the most part being furnished by Pym in the shape of journal or diary entries, which are edited by Mr. Poe.