1852
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From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
1854
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From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
1856
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From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
31st
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From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
Aisne
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From this reading Like _Conscience l’Innocent_ and _Catherine Blum_, which date from that period of exile, the present story was inspired by reminiscences of our author’s native place--Villers-Cotterets, in the department of the Aisne.
allowsverbUS /əˈlaʊz/
third-person singular of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen
From this reading In _The Wolf-Leader_ Dumas, however, allows his imagination and fancy full play.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
associatedverbUS /əˈsoʊsieɪtɪd/
past form of “associate” — make a logical or causal connection
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
author'snounUS /ˈɔːθərz/
possessive form of “author” — writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading Like _Conscience l’Innocent_ and _Catherine Blum_, which date from that period of exile, the present story was inspired by reminiscences of our author’s native place--Villers-Cotterets, in the department of the Aisne.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
Blum
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From this reading Like _Conscience l’Innocent_ and _Catherine Blum_, which date from that period of exile, the present story was inspired by reminiscences of our author’s native place--Villers-Cotterets, in the department of the Aisne.
boyhoodnounUS /ˈbɔɪhʊd/
the childhood of a boy
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
BrusselsnounUS /ˈbrʌsəlz/
the capital and largest city of Belgium; seat of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Like _Conscience l’Innocent_ and _Catherine Blum_, which date from that period of exile, the present story was inspired by reminiscences of our author’s native place--Villers-Cotterets, in the department of the Aisne.
the particular occupation for which you are trained
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
CatherinenounUS /ˈkæθərən/
first wife of Henry VIII; Henry VIII's divorce from her was the initial step of the Reformation in England (1485-1536)
From this reading Like _Conscience l’Innocent_ and _Catherine Blum_, which date from that period of exile, the present story was inspired by reminiscences of our author’s native place--Villers-Cotterets, in the department of the Aisne.
a period of 100 years
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
chaptersnounUS /ˈtʃæptərz/
plural of “chapter” — a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
collaboratornounUS /kəˈlæbəreɪtər/
someone who assists in a plot
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
combinedadjectiveUS /kəmˈbaɪnd/
made or joined or united into one
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
conceptionnounUS /kənˈsepʃən/
an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
conjuringnounUS /ˈkɑːndʒərɪŋ/
calling up a spirit or devil
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
motivation deriving logically from ethical or moral principles that govern a person's thoughts and actions
From this reading Like _Conscience l’Innocent_ and _Catherine Blum_, which date from that period of exile, the present story was inspired by reminiscences of our author’s native place--Villers-Cotterets, in the department of the Aisne.
consequentadjectiveUS /ˈkɑːnsəkwənt/
occurring with or following as a consequence
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
continualadjectiveUS /kənˈtɪnjuːəl/
recurring regularly or frequently in a prolonged and closely spaced series
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
contrives
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From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Terror, wood-craft, and humour could not be more felicitously intermingled.
the specified day of the month
From this reading Like _Conscience l’Innocent_ and _Catherine Blum_, which date from that period of exile, the present story was inspired by reminiscences of our author’s native place--Villers-Cotterets, in the department of the Aisne.
defectionnounUS /dɪˈfekʃən/
withdrawing support or help despite allegiance or responsibility
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
greatly pleasing or entertaining
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
departmentnounUS /dɪˈpɑːrtmənt/
a specialized division of a large organization
From this reading Like _Conscience l’Innocent_ and _Catherine Blum_, which date from that period of exile, the present story was inspired by reminiscences of our author’s native place--Villers-Cotterets, in the department of the Aisne.
diablerie
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From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
DumasnounUS /ˈduːməz/
French writer remembered for his swashbuckling historical tales (1802-1870)
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
exileverbUS /ˈeɡzaɪl/
expel from a country
From this reading Like _Conscience l’Innocent_ and _Catherine Blum_, which date from that period of exile, the present story was inspired by reminiscences of our author’s native place--Villers-Cotterets, in the department of the Aisne.
an act that fails
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
something many people believe that is false
From this reading In _The Wolf-Leader_ Dumas, however, allows his imagination and fancy full play.
felicitouslyadverb
in a felicitous manner
From this reading Terror, wood-craft, and humour could not be more felicitously intermingled.
financialadjectiveUS /fəˈnænʃəl/
involving financial matters
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
set up or found
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Like _Conscience l’Innocent_ and _Catherine Blum_, which date from that period of exile, the present story was inspired by reminiscences of our author’s native place--Villers-Cotterets, in the department of the Aisne.
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading In _The Wolf-Leader_ Dumas, however, allows his imagination and fancy full play.
something acquired without compensation
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
glimpsesnounUS /ˈɡlɪmpsɪz/
plural of “glimpse” — a quick look
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
any number of entities (members) considered as a unit
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
happiestadjectiveUS /ˈhæpiəst/
superlative of “happy” — enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading In _The Wolf-Leader_ Dumas, however, allows his imagination and fancy full play.
a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling
From this reading Terror, wood-craft, and humour could not be more felicitously intermingled.
the formation of a mental image of something that is not perceived as real and is not present to the senses
From this reading In _The Wolf-Leader_ Dumas, however, allows his imagination and fancy full play.
improvisationnounUS /ˌɪmprɑːvɪˈzeɪʃən/
a creation spoken or written or composed extemporaneously (without prior preparation)
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
inspiredadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈspaɪərd/
being of such surpassing excellence as to suggest inspiration by the gods
From this reading Like _Conscience l’Innocent_ and _Catherine Blum_, which date from that period of exile, the present story was inspired by reminiscences of our author’s native place--Villers-Cotterets, in the department of the Aisne.
intermingledverbUS /ˌɪntərˈmɪŋɡəld/
past form of “intermingle” — combine into one
From this reading Terror, wood-craft, and humour could not be more felicitously intermingled.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
introductoryadjectiveUS /ˌɪntrəˈdʌktəri/
serving to open or begin
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
journalnounUS /ˈdʒɜːrnəl/
a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
l'Innocent
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From this reading Like _Conscience l’Innocent_ and _Catherine Blum_, which date from that period of exile, the present story was inspired by reminiscences of our author’s native place--Villers-Cotterets, in the department of the Aisne.
a chronic inflammatory collagen disease affecting connective tissue (skin or joints)
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
legendnounUS /ˈledʒənd/
a story about mythical or supernatural beings or events
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading Like _Conscience l’Innocent_ and _Catherine Blum_, which date from that period of exile, the present story was inspired by reminiscences of our author’s native place--Villers-Cotterets, in the department of the Aisne.
Maquet
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From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Terror, wood-craft, and humour could not be more felicitously intermingled.
Mousquetaire
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From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
characteristic of or existing by virtue of geographic origin
From this reading Like _Conscience l’Innocent_ and _Catherine Blum_, which date from that period of exile, the present story was inspired by reminiscences of our author’s native place--Villers-Cotterets, in the department of the Aisne.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading Like _Conscience l’Innocent_ and _Catherine Blum_, which date from that period of exile, the present story was inspired by reminiscences of our author’s native place--Villers-Cotterets, in the department of the Aisne.
the capital and largest city of France; and international center of culture and commerce
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
an amount of time
From this reading Like _Conscience l’Innocent_ and _Catherine Blum_, which date from that period of exile, the present story was inspired by reminiscences of our author’s native place--Villers-Cotterets, in the department of the Aisne.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading Like _Conscience l’Innocent_ and _Catherine Blum_, which date from that period of exile, the present story was inspired by reminiscences of our author’s native place--Villers-Cotterets, in the department of the Aisne.
participate in games or sport
From this reading In _The Wolf-Leader_ Dumas, however, allows his imagination and fancy full play.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading Like _Conscience l’Innocent_ and _Catherine Blum_, which date from that period of exile, the present story was inspired by reminiscences of our author’s native place--Villers-Cotterets, in the department of the Aisne.
reminiscencesnounUS /ˌreməˈnɪsənsɪz/
plural of “reminiscence” — a mental impression retained and recalled from the past
From this reading Like _Conscience l’Innocent_ and _Catherine Blum_, which date from that period of exile, the present story was inspired by reminiscences of our author’s native place--Villers-Cotterets, in the department of the Aisne.
requisitionnounUS /ˌrekwəˈzɪʃən/
the act of requiring; an authoritative request or demand, especially by a military or public authority that takes something over (usually temporarily) for military or public use
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
a relationship between two lovers
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
romancesnounUS /roʊˈmænsɪz/
plural of “romance” — a relationship between two lovers
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
express in words
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
plural of “scene” — the place where some action occurs
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
signedadjectiveUS /saɪnd/
having a handwritten signature
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
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 Like _Conscience l’Innocent_ and _Catherine Blum_, which date from that period of exile, the present story was inspired by reminiscences of our author’s native place--Villers-Cotterets, in the department of the Aisne.
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 Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
an overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety
From this reading Terror, wood-craft, and humour could not be more felicitously intermingled.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
inflected form of “tell” — express in words
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
an act that exploits or victimizes someone (treats them unfairly)
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
Villers-Cotterets
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From this reading Like _Conscience l’Innocent_ and _Catherine Blum_, which date from that period of exile, the present story was inspired by reminiscences of our author’s native place--Villers-Cotterets, in the department of the Aisne.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Like _Conscience l’Innocent_ and _Catherine Blum_, which date from that period of exile, the present story was inspired by reminiscences of our author’s native place--Villers-Cotterets, in the department of the Aisne.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
weaveverbUS /wiːv/
interlace by or as if by weaving
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
weirdadjectiveUS /wɪrd/
suggesting the operation of supernatural influences
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
Wolf-Leader
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From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers
From this reading Using a legend told to him nearly half a century before, conjuring up the scenes of his boyhood, and calling into requisition his wonderful gift of improvisation, he contrives in the happiest way to weave a romance in which are combined a weird tale of _diablerie_ and continual delightful glimpses of forest life.
wood-craft
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From this reading Terror, wood-craft, and humour could not be more felicitously intermingled.
inflected form of “write” — produce a literary work
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
a late time of life
From this reading Although the introductory chapters were not signed until May 31st, 1856, _The Wolf-Leader_ is to be associated in conception with the group of romances which Dumas wrote at Brussels between the years 1852 and 1854, that is to say, after his financial failure and the consequent defection of his collaborator Maquet, and before his return to Paris to found his journal _Le Mousquetaire_.
