| 单词 | delectation |
| 例句 | There was, even in their delectation of necks, an innocence born of perfect inexperience combined with...politeness. Strange the Dreamer 2017-03-28T00:00:00Z But Sarah Shotton, creative director at the lingerie retailer Agent Provocateur, an exhibit sponsor, said that today more women were buying such items for themselves rather than for male delectation. In London, ‘Undressed’ Unveils the History of Underwear 2016-04-18T04:00:00Z A ripe melon, a gleaming metal bowl, ceramic pitchers, a wicker basket, a glass wine jug and two perfectly rendered eggs frying in oil are among the objects offered up for our delectation. Masterpieces From Scotland Visit the Frick 2014-11-20T05:00:00Z But this isn’t the kind of painting whose formal and technical subtleties invite a connoisseur’s delectation. Review: A ’60s View of Warhol’s Soup Cans, at MoMA 2015-05-07T04:00:00Z Click on it and the news that you approve of the site's content will automatically be integrated into your Facebook profile, for the delectation of your friends. Facebook is the just the latest sensation to contract a case of megalomania 2010-05-01T23:08:00Z Bravo to the Northwest Puppet Center for providing him in his iconic Neapolitan form for our delectation. Review: 'Pulcinella Vendicato' is puppet opera at its magical best 2010-04-27T00:45:00Z The public realm is where private fears and unruly desires erupt, usually for the shock and delectation of observers. Exhibition Review | 'Charles Addams's New York': The Perverse Pleasures Underneath the Ordinary 2010-03-04T23:28:00Z For one, it is shot in grand, rarely used 70 millimeter, a medium invented for delectation in cinemas. ‘Samsara,’ Ron Fricke’s Cinematic Portrait of the Globe 2012-08-17T20:13:02Z Norberto and Martín, professional cynics, spin their own plots to stymie the young swindlers, and the movie leans on our delectation in this. ‘The Weasels’ Tale’ Review: House Hunting 2020-12-10T05:00:00Z The whole of the first season is up on the Adult Swim site for your delectation, while season two recently aired in the US. Catch-up TV Guide: From All In The Best Possible Taste With Grayson Perry to Justified 2012-06-15T23:05:15Z Where this represents a departure from other such stories is McQueen's willingness to steep us in the delectation of this story and his devotion to ensuring that does not take a backseat to struggle. "Education" culminates Amazon's "Small Axe" film series, finding beauty in the necessary struggle 2020-12-16T05:00:00Z Need her archives be further drained for the delectation of nonscholars? Books of The Times: Fighting The New Yorker Over Extra Commas and Steaming Cowflops 2011-02-08T22:00:14Z It's the opposite of the sex offered in most R&B and hip-hop videos, in which unnamed, interchangeable bikini-clad models dance for the slathering delectation of the male recording artists. Lady Gaga's sexual revolution sees female stars reach for the leather 2010-08-21T23:06:00Z Add to all this the purpose of the cycle’s making — for the delectation of a world-conquering ruler who spoke of himself in Olympian terms — and you have art with a fair share of unbeautiful features. Can We Ever Look at Titian’s Paintings the Same Way Again? 2021-08-12T04:00:00Z Many on view are ceremonial or everyday objects that weren’t made as “art” in the Western sense — as work to be sold on the art market or commissioned for the delectation of a specific patron. Review | How to look at African art? Slowly and impressionistically. 2017-11-10T05:00:00Z Young women have always been paraded on screen for the delectation of male audiences and for the titillation of ageing moguls. Dirty Grandpa and the return of Viagra Cinema 2016-01-18T05:00:00Z For our delectation, she holds a tray of extremely furry, somewhat creepy arachnids. Darwin Center at the Natural History of Museum: London Museum Boldly Spreads Its Wings 2010-04-07T22:49:00Z They have a way, the fairies, of knowing my weaknesses and positioning delectations strategically in view. The exuberance of spring takes its toll on the gardener’s wallet 2016-04-05T04:00:00Z So three parps on the bass-ey horn to Supercharged for bringing the likes of Scratch Perverts offshoot Jack Beats to town for our delectation. Clubs picks of the week 2010-10-22T23:07:00Z Another was Zoran Todorovic's Assimilation 7, in which the human fat from liposuction is made into a Balkan delicacy for the delectation of the audience. National Review of Live Art | Theatre 2010-03-22T21:30:00Z They are cloistered, not displayed for the delectation of either painter or viewer. What to See in New York City Art Galleries This Week 2017-08-03T04:00:00Z At October's White Night festival, one Enlightenment-themed wagon hosted a travelling hack-scientist who displayed the dissected body of an "angel" for the crowd's delectation/anatomical drawing class. Drawing conclusions: the fine line between theatre and art 2011-02-16T17:28:53Z The hacking and impalement of ancient combat still yield gore that defies gravity and invites our delectation in the obligatory money-shot slow-motion. Movie Review: In ‘300: Rise of an Empire,’ Greeks Under Siege Again 2014-03-07T01:38:02Z In his installations, macho aggression is typically defused by little flights of visual delectation: hanging skeins of orange electrical cord, for instance, or towers of wood scraps. Art Review: ‘Jason Rhoades: Four Roads’ at Penn 2013-12-19T23:02:30Z A Criterion DVD appears to be forthcoming, but for now a new print has been struck and is available for your delectation at . | 'Kuroneko': Tragic Love Tale of Spirits and Samurai 2010-10-21T23:12:00Z Eight times a week he clefts himself in twain for the delectation of largely female audiences who love him just for his selves. Arts & Leisure: How Hugh Jackman?s Two Sides Make Women Swoon 2011-12-08T16:00:00Z She wrote Cooking recently to deliver a terrific no-recipe recipe for our Wednesday delectation: just-cooked summer corn shaved off the cob, tossed gently with blueberries and torn basil, and drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil. 5 New Sauces You Need to Master 2016-08-03T04:00:00Z David Letterman spent 33 years hosting innovative late-night TV for America’s delectation before turning over “Late Show” to Stephen Colbert in 2015. The Legacy of David Letterman, Icon of the Grizzled Generation 2017-04-10T04:00:00Z To some visitors, the Morgan exhibition will be an archival array of magnificent objects and images created for visual delectation, but locked in an earlier age. Art Review: ‘Illuminating Faith’ at the Morgan: Images of the Eucharist 2013-07-04T20:22:28Z Why, he shows a pronounced taste for video fanciers, performing a supernatural can-can for their delectation. | 'Paranormal Activity 3': ?Paranormal Activity 3? - Review 2011-10-20T23:48:15Z This can be effective in getting attention — the Miss Landmine piece drew a lot of heat in Norway — but can also produce mere sight gags for art world delectation. Art In Review: MORTEN TRAAVIK AND PETER FEND: ‘Power Games’ 2012-07-05T20:34:36Z Galley Girl has been racing up and down Manhattan since Thursday, looking for the most glam Book Expo events for your delectation. Galley Girl at Book Expo 2013: The Last Two Nights 2013-06-01T19:00:08Z Much of Ms. Melvoin’s stage patter revolved around the idea of the show’s being not just in Prince’s memory, but for his heavenly delectation. Prince’s Old Band Resurrects Him Through His Songs 2016-09-02T04:00:00Z He’s also turned her into a puppet, having trained her to read erotic fiction aloud for the delectation of his potential customers. Review: ‘The Handmaiden’ Explores Confinement in Rich, Erotic Textures 2016-10-20T04:00:00Z For his delectation, foreign films were pirated and dubbed at North Korean embassies around the world. Loan-star state 2015-03-19T04:00:00Z Screened late in the festival, its explicit story of a love triangle “wallows in visual delectation of the body,” according to Variety. ‘The Shape of Water’ Takes Top Venice Film Festival Prize 2017-09-09T04:00:00Z As ever, the spirit and aesthetics of the circus are present: scenes and ideas and images will exuberantly follow each other for our delectation like circus acts being brought into the ring. All Federico Fellini's films – ranked! 2020-01-02T05:00:00Z A cross between an observatory and a pleasure dome, his Skyspaces are free-standing chambers designed to frame a rectangle of boundless blue and hold it there for your delectation. James Turrell Takes Up Curating, With a Show by His Hero 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z At Mr. Muti’s favorite Italian restaurant in Chicago after a rehearsal, a recording of Italian tenor arias greeted his arrival, presumably programmed for his delectation. Critic?s Notebook: More Drama for an Opera, Not All of It From the Singers 2011-04-14T22:02:56Z Delightfully, there was also a wee Edinburgh-at-the-festival moment laid on for our delectation. How I lost my festival virginity to Howard 2010-08-21T23:09:00Z That show presented the cultures of colonized peoples in Africa and Asia for the delectation of bourgeois Westerners, spurring a profound counter-reaction among Asian and African intellectuals. Perspective | A great Venice Biennale unfolds, against all the odds 2022-04-22T04:00:00Z By night she dons fishnet tights and dances as a car model, twerking atop a handsome vintage Cadillac for the drooling delectation of men. Review: Outré sex and violence aside, Cannes-winning 'Titane' is a surprisingly sweet love story 2021-09-30T04:00:00Z The competitive energy is palpable, as audience members shoot their hands in the air after solving one of the riddles that have been constructed for our cerebral delectation. Review: Crossword master David Kwong tries to turn puzzles into theater. It's not easy 2020-10-09T04:00:00Z What I share here are a few recommendations for your own arts delectation, all carefully curated at my own desk. Perspective | Four ways to help you through your days of theater deprivation 2020-05-12T04:00:00Z Adam is in his seat in the Old Trafford media centre and he’s eager to narrate rain for your delectation. Ashes 2019: England v Australia fourth Test, day three, rain delay – live! 2019-09-06T04:00:00Z Such is Netherlands v Germany, the classic match of international football and which arrives for our delectation this evening. Netherlands v Germany, Northern Ireland Belarus and more Euro 2020 clockwatch - live! 2019-03-24T04:00:00Z Museums and galleries – especially those representing a canonical European art tradition – burst with images of women disrobed and displayed for the delectation of men. Skin in the game: do we need to take down nudes – or look at them harder? 2019-02-27T05:00:00Z He holds ideas and their inventors up to the light for our delectation, pointing out features that we might have missed. Why Does Jim Holt Exist? 2018-07-07T04:00:00Z Simon Burnton has trawled through all the group stage stats, sifted through the data and hand picked some choice morsels for your delectation. World Cup 2018: France v Argentina set to kick off the last 16 – live! 2018-06-30T04:00:00Z Think about the women whose talent was never allowed to thrive because men can’t understand that women don’t exist for their sexual delectation. Dylan Byers, CNN reporter, ripped for lamenting ‘drain of talent’ in scandal-ridden media, Hollywood 2017-11-22T05:00:00Z As a young woman of colour in a world where white, male delectations are treated as the definitive barometer of taste, Kaur speaks a truth that the literary establishment is unlikely to understand. Rupi Kaur: the inevitable backlash against Instagram's favourite poet 2017-10-04T04:00:00Z So he decided that his new team would play in a decent stadium and be filmed to professional-ish standards, and the match would be edited to a 20-minute highlights package for the world’s delectation. Hashtag United, Wimbly Womblys and the virtual gamers striking it rich 2017-06-14T04:00:00Z “I think they believed they would be devouring me whole, to the audience’s great delight,” Le Pen, now 88, recalled to me recently, with delectation. How Marine Le Pen played the media 2017-04-20T04:00:00Z Here, for our delectation, was an unlikely gleaming specimen, a municipal unicorn. The Second Avenue Subway Is Here! 2017-02-05T05:00:00Z We’ve watched far too many men in the moon and have picked the best three for your delectation. Viral video: Star Wars, John Lewis Christmas ad spoofs and David Bowie 2015-11-13T05:00:00Z Here then, for your delectation, are six fantastic football clubs dotted around the world to whom an emerging generation of modern football hipsters have hitched or will continue to hitch their wagons. The Joy of Six: hipsters' favourite football clubs | Barry Glendenning 2015-11-06T05:00:00Z Celebrities are just like us until they aren’t, until such intrusion involves the celebrity woman’s body, in intimate poses, splayed across the internet for delectation and debauchery and debate. The Great Naked Celebrity Photo Leak of 2014 is just the beginning 2014-09-01T04:00:00Z But if you insist, there's a black-and-white cookie for your delectation. Wexler's Deli makes a grand addition to downtown's Central Market 2014-08-01T04:00:00Z There is a difference, one apparently hard for some to detect, between possessing a body part and "flaunting" it for the world's delectation. Kim Kardashian's bottom is not up for grabs 2014-07-28T04:00:00Z Most will probably find this a chilly, unsatisfying theodicy–which leaves unanswered the question of whether “novelty” is for our delectation or God’s–but I haven’t found a better one. Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Pointless Universe 2014-04-07T14:43:29Z In some ways, of course, the notion of control is disingenuous: once a selfie is posted online, it is out there for public delectation. How selfies became a global phenomenon 2013-07-13T23:00:01Z Nine timely links for your delectation, as picked by the Technology team The most commonly used passwords for internet accounts, displayed as a word cloud. Bootup: Password cracking, Facebook ad snafu, Medium to save blogging and big data does rock 2013-05-29T06:30:00Z At this point, I'm so surfeited on natural spectacles, it's faintly disappointing not to see a troupe of all these things executing Busby Berkeley maneuvers for my personal delectation. The Philippines's Strange Paradise 2013-03-14T20:46:15Z The result, plugged into a 3D printer, will be an accurate facsimile for the delectation of people far from the Chilean museum where the specimens themselves are being housed. Fossil cetaceans: A whale of a story 2013-02-21T16:03:37Z First, though, please find the annual Honigstein Awards for your delectation below. The Honigsteins 2012: an exhaustive review of the Bundesliga season 2012-05-28T14:38:43Z Michael found every ribald line and pulled them out for our delectation, and it was wicked and wise. Arts & Leisure: 50 Years of the Delacorte Theater: An Oral History 2012-05-24T23:27:19Z He was a famous fool, and his name carries us back to the time when kings and noblemen employed jesters for the delectation of themselves and their friends. Curious Epitaphs 2012-04-26T02:00:22.397Z These gifts were given to me for the enjoyment and delectation of my fellow creatures. The Secrets of a Savoyard 2012-04-08T02:00:19.727Z His commands were obeyed with the utmost celerity, and Midas beamed with satisfaction as he took his place at the head of the board, and viewed the choice dishes and wines prepared for his delectation. Myths of Greece and Rome Narrated with Special Reference to Literature and Art 2012-03-27T02:00:24.357Z I fear I have kept you all too long from the feast prepared for your delectation. Six One-Act Plays 2012-03-26T02:00:36.910Z She was not, then, a perverse pursuer of young genius, going about seeking whom she could devour, and indulging in what Mother Church calls morose delectation! Unicorns 2012-03-14T02:00:26.677Z This part of the domestic work specially appealed to her, and she thoroughly enjoyed concocting elaborate dishes for the delectation of her family. The Dorrance Domain 2012-03-10T03:00:14.767Z They ransacked their private stores for our delectation, and promised to give us a supply of biscuit, some flour, books, and tobacco to take ashore with us on the following morning. The Cruise of the 'Alerte' The narrative of a search for treasure on the desert island of Trinidad 2012-02-17T03:00:29.247Z This was a piece of news that must be treasured up for Sammy’s delectation. Little Friend Lydia 2012-02-14T03:00:25.563Z If not, the soldiery would take her in, and for their own delectation keep her there. The Curse of Koshiu A Chronicle of Old Japan 2012-02-14T03:00:23.467Z The Paris of Manet, Monet, Degas, Whistler, Huysmans, Zola, Verlaine, and all the "new" men of 1880—what an unexplored vein he did work for the profit and delectation of the English-speaking world. Unicorns 2012-03-14T02:00:26.677Z "Jam tarts for her delectation!" was the thought that flashed through Lady Level's mind. The Story of Charles Strange Vol. 2 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:21.457Z The appearance of the first number, bearing a vignette representing a youth surrounded with rows of books for his perusal and delectation, caused a great sensation in the town, and it deserved it. The Fourth Estate, vol. 2 2011-12-25T03:00:12.817Z The end in view was not the delectation of the audience by a scenic drama, but the caricature and travesty of life as it appeared to every one. The Memoirs of Count Carlo Gozzi; Volume the First 2011-12-12T03:00:27.507Z After that they were prepared to wash their hands of them and let them hide away and discuss delightful nothings to their own delectation until tea-time. Paddy-The-Next-Best-Thing 2011-12-08T03:00:28.210Z It was but the definite statement of what I had known all along: that here was a life which God had permitted Himself the luxury of keeping apart for his own delectation. Atlantic Narratives Modern Short Stories 2011-12-01T03:00:20.193Z She promised herself the satisfaction of relating her morning’s experience at lunch for his and Agatha’s delectation. Imprudence 2011-12-01T03:00:19.303Z The organ discoursed a sonata of Beethoven for the practice of the organist, but secondarily for our delectation. From the Oak to the Olive A Plain record of a Pleasant Journey 2011-11-26T03:00:12.337Z A sweet, languid delectation took possession of her whole being, and overwhelmed her with bliss. The Marquis of Pe?alta (Marta y Mar?a) A Realistic Social Novel 2011-11-12T03:00:35.113Z For his delectation the New York Herald is displayed in the windows of the few booksellers. Southern Spain 2011-11-11T03:00:28.423Z There is not much water in hot weather, and then art assists nature, and a bucket or so of the fluid is thrown over for the delectation of tourists. Mr. Punch in the Highlands 2011-11-01T02:00:23.677Z Hence we see that, just as Mr. Gulick could have created good species by secretly destroying his intermediate varieties, so has Nature produced her "good species" for the delectation of systematists. Darwin, and After Darwin, Volume 2 Post-Darwinian Questions: Heredity and Utility 2011-10-16T02:00:14.153Z Every care is taken to provide a good dinner for the delectation of the guests and a Pattra on this scale costs from 300 to 400 Rupees. The Hindoos as they Are A Description of the Manners, Customs and the Inner Life of Hindoo Society in Bengal 2011-10-13T02:00:35.977Z Then the procession returned to the king’s enclosure, and more wild dancing was carried on, much to the delectation of his majesty. Harry Milvaine The Wanderings of a Wayward Boy 2011-09-08T02:00:23.340Z Like the great Highland bagpipe, the voice of a healthy rook sounds very well about a mile off, but it isn’t exactly the thing for indoor delectation. Aileen Aroon, A Memoir With other Tales of Faithful Friends and Favourites 2011-09-08T02:00:20.773Z I had no cause for delectation on such an acquisition, by no means; he was not a model cabin-boy like what you see in theatres, and I believe will never become an admiral. Medical Life in the Navy 2011-09-08T02:00:20.387Z And just before the bumpers began to go round, the latest letter received from Henry was always read to the general delectation. Tales From J?kai 2011-09-02T02:00:19.183Z It was a low-roofed, shambling building, planned for the delectation of the barge-man and the roustabout and now throbbing with their daily—and nightly—pleasures. The Long Lane's Turning 2011-08-23T02:00:34Z "For their own delectation, I suppose," he answered soberly. Concerning Sally 2011-08-19T02:00:14.430Z As you know the king loves the drama, and already several are being written for his special delectation. The Coming of the King 2011-08-13T02:00:24.197Z In the beginning a simple thought presents itself to the mind; this is followed by a vivid fancy; then comes delectation, a bad impulse, and finally the consent. Elements of Morals With Special Application of the Moral Law to the Duties of the Individual and of Society and the State 2011-08-10T02:00:16.913Z Then numerous japanned tin boxes, filled with tea, sugar, and other groceries, were stowed away, and a large one with a label, "Tobacco," placed on a shelf for Bill Nibson's special delectation. The Lost Heir 2011-08-07T02:00:09.367Z It would be only a lark to laugh over, an essay in effrontery performed for a wager and the delectation of a press-agent! The Long Lane's Turning 2011-08-23T02:00:34Z The earth seemed to have been ransacked for our delectation. A Cabinet Secret 2011-07-31T02:00:10.693Z There was a quarter composed entirely of Acadian families speaking nothing but French, Nurse Johnson told her, and Peggy made a particular note of the fact for Betty’s delectation. Peggy Owen at Yorktown 2011-07-17T02:00:35.830Z His trite platitudes are written down beside the midnight lamp, for the delectation of similar dupes. Bahaism and Its Claims A Study of the Religion Promulgated by Baha Utlah and Abdul Baha 2011-07-04T02:00:25.783Z The interest he showed in the other dishes set forth for his sustenance and delectation on the small table in the bow-window of his sitting-room, was limited to a single jaundiced glance at the ensemble. Linda Lee, Incorporated A Novel 2011-06-19T02:00:18.633Z Miss Wharf never by any chance looked at a newspaper herself, but left it to Miss Pewsey to cull the choice news for her delectation. The Mandarin's Fan 2011-06-09T02:00:17.540Z Most sorrowful of sinners, a morose delectation scourged his nerves and extorted the darkest music from his lyre. The Poems and Prose Poems of Charles Baudelaire with an Introductory Preface by James Huneker 2011-06-01T02:00:22.477Z Sometimes I am inclined to think that life is a farce played with an earthly setting for the delectation of the angels, as we serve minstrel shows and burlesques. Rosemary and Rue 2011-05-21T02:00:11.483Z And for his sole benefit and delectation, they had provided no less than three preachers, the most eloquent in the Spanish fold of Jerome. The International Monthly, Volume 3, No. 3, June, 1851 2011-05-18T02:00:14.897Z Much to the delectation of the spectators, Sam danced all the way to the door, performing some of his most notable feats. Overshadowed A Novel 2011-05-07T02:00:24.483Z They found it one of the drollest pieces of composition they had ever met with, and so brought copies over for the delectation of their friends. William Blake A Critical Essay 2011-05-04T02:00:18.110Z "Not a bit of it, Mrs. Gower; I am no relation to an acquaintance of mine, who is not content unless one is making a buffoon of oneself for her especial delectation." A Romance of Toronto A Novel 2011-04-23T02:00:04.677Z Desportes had talked of a lover who was "intoxicated by the delectation of the concert of the divine harmony" of his mistress. Aspects and Impressions 2011-04-12T02:00:22.073Z The whole resembled a scene from fairyland, or an enchanted palace, raised by the wand of some benevolent gnome for the delectation of the sons and daughters of mortality. Tales from Blackwood Volume 8 2011-04-09T02:00:09.087Z Much music, many Hochs, and the edifying spectacle of all their majesties and royal highnesses in a distinguished row on the balcony, for the delectation of the masses, completed the joys of the evening. One Year Abroad 2011-03-27T02:00:18.457Z One little finger, on the tip of which was a bit of black tar, was stuck delicately on her outstretched tongue, while she made a face for our delectation. Memories of a Musical Life 2011-03-09T03:00:44.777Z His cats were as numerous as his dogs and they mingled their melodies with those of their canine companions to the delectation of his neighbors. The Strange Story of Harper's Ferry With Legends of the Surrounding Country 2011-03-04T03:00:59.137Z She must have a drive—and had it; special delicacies at luncheon were ordered for her delectation, including a share of a pint of champagne, which Tabitha averred was sinful, though she sinned with satisfaction. Mr. Claghorn's Daughter 2011-03-03T03:00:53.083Z I think any one who has read Paradise Lost and Paradise Regained will be of opinion that Milton wrote quite as much verse as was desirable, whether for our delectation or for his own fame. The Bridling of Pegasus Prose Papers on Poetry 2011-02-26T03:00:51.130Z Miss Chesney has arrayed herself with great care for the new-comer's delectation, and has been preparing herself all day to dislike her cordially. Airy Fairy Lilian 2011-02-11T03:00:31.760Z This "curiosity"—for it is hardly more—is reached by a cable-lift or funicular railway, which seems principally to be conducted for the delectation of those winter birds of passage yclept "Riviera tourists." The Cathedrals of Southern France 2011-02-10T03:00:54.597Z Is it as fools or rogues, slaves or tyrants, they wish to caricature the inhabitants of the land, in which they so reluctantly dwell, for the delectation of ignorant foreigners? The New Irish Constitution 2011-02-06T03:00:57.247Z While I was reveling in the matchless scene Nature had prepared for my delectation, and had offered without reserve, Buck had stolen cat-footed upon me. A Maid of the Kentucky Hills 2011-02-04T03:00:15.877Z "I hope you've reserved a nice cork-screwy staircase with a mouldering skeleton at the top, for my especial discovery and delectation." Parlous Times A Novel of Modern Diplomacy 2011-01-13T03:01:14.887Z These women were made for our comfort and delectation, gentlemen—with all the rest of the minor animals. A History of Pendennis, Volume 1 His fortunes and misfortunes, his friends and his greatest enemy 2011-01-13T03:01:13.027Z We had to leave plenty of hugely promising and much-anticipated titles off the list, so over the next two days, we've got another 20 for your delectation – all due out over the next 12 months. 20 more games to look out for in 2011 2011-01-05T14:37:31Z In his estimation women were made for the especial comfort and delectation of men. The Rider of Golden Bar 2011-01-04T03:01:06.347Z The doctor said that in the future he would provide Maraschino cherries by the bottle for my especial delectation. My Actor-Husband A true story of American stage life 2011-01-03T03:01:07.697Z He either supposes her to be an angel, purer and more elevated in her nature than he in his; or gloats over her as a delicate morsel prepared for his special delectation by the gods. The Orpheus C. Kerr Papers. Series 2 2010-12-28T03:00:18.560Z It's a jam-packed Football Weekly Extra for your delectation. Football Weekly Extra: Russia and Qatar get the World Cup 2010-12-02T17:15:00Z We don't normally crack open the inside of our minds for the delectation of strangers. Confessing secrets to strangers online 2010-05-30T13:00:00Z The work, so far as completed, was exhibited and read aloud for his delectation. The Bread Line A Story of a Paper The judge, on the front seat, was telling a low-toned story over his shoulder for the delectation of Nancy and Betty, but Shirley was not listening. The Valiants of Virginia But the next day, when he had gone up to the Drakes and exhibited the check for the delectation of Doris, his good intentions began to waver in the flush of triumph. Making Money A narrative specially adapted to the taste and delectation of youth, with numerous incidents of travel and amusing stories, told in afresh and invigorating style. Terry's Trials and Triumphs You ought to get them all transported to Mars; then you would have a perfect world, for woman's delectation. Cinderella Jane That man sacrifices himself for the delectation of others. The Inventions of the Idiot Like all the other fruits placed on earth for the delectation of men, the most beautiful women are not always the best and the most delicious. Rambles in Womanland The latter puts forth all his agreeability for the delectation of a grander audience than he ever had at home. Diary And Notes Of Horace Templeton, Esq. Volume I (of II) Helen smiled in her sleeve, and laid the little discussion away in her memory for "Motherdie's" delectation. Harper's Round Table, June 4, 1895 And then, being a woman, and a particularly feminine one at that, she had naturally selected her very best dress, and had arrayed herself therein for his delectation. What a Man Wills Mouth accordions too, for the delectation of his younger children, shining things in gorgeous red cases—why, the delight in Tyala’s household promised to be as widespread as it was unexpected. Harley Greenoak's Charge “Thanks, no, I will keep it; but, for your delectation, I may mention that the ladies look very charming, the old gentleman very important; and—now they are gone.” Thereby Hangs a Tale Volume One Mrs Mallison had been “brought up to hymn tunes” after tea on Sunday afternoons, and commandeered her daughters to produce her old favourites for her delectation. Lady Cassandra And where, oh, where, was the pride of Goresthorpe Grange, the glorious plate which was to have been the delectation of generations of D'Odds? International Short Stories English There are quite enough frights in the world without stereotyping them for the delectation of all time. Punch - Volume 25 (Jul-Dec 1853) The sweetmeats were a portion of some score hundredweight which the Kotwal had recently bought for the delectation of the soldiers, and which the king himself had inspected and deigned to taste. Barclay of the Guides And the good time came of which, for the delectation of those who have been or would like to be "there" themselves, I subjoin a few samples. The Galaxy, June 1877 Vol. XXIII.—June, 1877.—No. 6. In the barnyards was a scurrying of yellow balls of down as the clucking hens told of some juicy tidbit wriggling for their delectation. The Song of the Wolf Now she must tear herself away from this new-found cousin and go up-stairs—doubtless to array herself in her choicest garments for his delectation later on. Portia or By Passions Rocked Some one had brewed a hot something for the delectation and comforting of the chilly ones, and Molly’s thin little hand was holding out her picnic cup as often as any one would fill it. The House of Fulfilment Mr. Klegg groaned as he thought of the consequences to a jar of honey and a crock of butter, which Mrs. Klegg had put in for Si's delectation. Si Klegg, Book 2 (of 6) Thru The Stone River Campaign And In Winter Quarters At Murfreesboro Mell thought it was something of that kind, but she furthermore expressed the opinion that it would be well-nigh impossible to get it up in time for the delectation of the Honorable Archibald. Belford's Magazine, Volume II, No. 8, January, 1889 What the gift and what the delectation were, other saints have described. The Lords of the Ghostland A History of the Ideal A story of peril, adventure, privation, Is told, in two vols., to your great delectation, With shrewd common sense and uncommon sensation! Romantic Spain A Record of Personal Experiences (Vol. II) They have evidently been carrying on their discussion for a considerable time whilst dancing, because it is only the very end of it that is reserved for Mr. Kelly's delectation. Rossmoyne Instead the rich vigor of the brine subtends them and bears them, tanged with salt, to our deeper delectation. Old Plymouth Trails Having ascertained this, he at once swore they were his special delectation. A Little Garrison A Realistic Novel of German Army Life of To-day For his delectation, matrons established themselves in the Capitol and affected to be his loves. The Lords of the Ghostland A History of the Ideal “Now why for my delectation instead of thine, or Sally’s?” queried Betty. Peggy Owen and Liberty He seemed in no hurry to devote his attention to the cage set forth for his delectation. Astounding Stories of Super-Science, December 1930 Books, newspapers, delicate food and wines, games, conversation, everything except liberty, had been provided for their delectation. Mystery at Geneva An Improbable Tale of Singular Happenings He did not wish to go to the Casino, for he felt no appetite, and he was not in the mood to play his accustomed pranks and capers for the delectation of his comrades. A Little Garrison A Realistic Novel of German Army Life of To-day When he invited the fly into his parlor, it was for the delectation of the spider, not to be passed on to some other larger web and fatter spider. In the Heart of a Fool But he afterwards skinned and boiled it for Finn's own delectation, and at the time he said-- "You're a mighty good sort, Wolf, and you can say I said so." Finn The Wolfhound To each part of the habitable globe have been assigned its special gifts for the use and delectation of Man; to every nation its peculiar skill, its appropriate opportunities. A Modern Symposium All her lessons at Manor Cross had gone to show that eating was not a delectation to be held in high esteem. Is He Popenjoy? If so, there will be presented for the delectation of generations of the near future one of the most pleasing of the smaller cathedrals in all France. The Cathedrals of Northern France They would climb to a lookout post at the top of a rock, watching me eagerly and whistling mild gossip for the delectation of their neighbors who could not see me. A Mountain Boyhood The harsh-voiced man had dragged it all to the surface, roughly sketching for the delectation of his friends the very things which Lance had been deliberately covering from his own eyes. Rim o' the World There can be no freedom of the will unless the will is able to resist delectation at all times. Grace, Actual and Habitual A Dogmatic Treatise About this time young Esmond, who had a knack of stringing verses, turned some of Ovid's epistles into rhymes, and brought them to his lady for her delectation. Henry Esmond; The English Humourists; The Four Georges We know, however, from records, that it was given for the delectation of the audiences assembled "nigh head quarters, at Amboyne." The Group A Farce While he was Dean of Westminster, hedgehogs, tortoises, potted ostrich, and occasionally rats, frogs, and snails, were served up for the delectation of favored guests, and alligator was considered a rare delicacy. Lippincott's Magazine, September, 1885 Were all those picturesque descriptions, those clever sketches of character, those telling bits of humour, meant solely for the delectation of a boy of sixteen? Lover or Friend When the two delectations are equally strong, the will finds itself unable to come to a definite decision. Grace, Actual and Habitual A Dogmatic Treatise She knew his tastes to a nicety, and had desired the cook to prepare a very special dinner for his delectation. The School Queens These appear to meet a home want, but I sincerely trust they will be reserved for home delectation and not be inflicted in any guise upon Japan. The Empire of the East She flew to her room, and seized Noah’s Dove, and in five minutes that much-travelled bird had spread his wings,—all six of them,—for the delectation of this mysterious critic. A Bookful of Girls It may be doubted whether she heard much of the brilliant essay that Mr. Harcourt had selected for her delectation, but it was very soothing to lie there and listen to her husband's voice. Lover or Friend To be sure, Lone Wolf was not by any means the only beast whom the backwoodsman had performing for the delectation of his audiences. Kings in Exile They danced the quadrilles, not for payment and the delectation of foreigners as at the Jardin de Paris, but for their own pleasure. The Belovéd Vagabond They played to her, sang to her, and went through a kind of wild dance for her especial delectation. Our Home in the Silver West A Story of Struggle and Adventure With truly feminine tact they were reserved for Mrs. Owen's delectation. The Dop Doctor Stanley opened the letter in the absence of his chief, and much to his own delectation, was waiting alone to receive them upon the chosen camping-ground on their arrival. The Rhodesian It really seemed as if Monte Rosa had amiably thrown up that dazzling white shoulder for our especial delectation. In Château Land After dinner she continued the recital of her adventures for the Master's delectation. The Belovéd Vagabond This visit of ours to Cordoba was in reality a little pleasure trip, got up for the special delectation of our aunt and young Mrs. Moncrieff. Our Home in the Silver West A Story of Struggle and Adventure Every guest was expected to come armed with some riddle or puzzle for the bewilderment and possible delectation of the company. The Canterbury Puzzles And Other Curious Problems It was a very special delectation which the school were to enjoy to-day. The End of a Coil No matter how guarded, the news would leak out, the word spread, and the newscast reporters would pick it up for the delectation of the public. Eight Keys to Eden Not for delectations sweet, Not the cushion and the slipper, not the peaceful and the studious Not the riches safe and palling, not for us the tame enjoyment, Pioneers! The Patriotic Poems of Walt Whitman I will lecture on Stuart and Peale, and the painters of their period, for your especial delectation—and soon, very soon!” In Her Own Right The poets of that age," says Mr. Arber, "wrote for their own delectation and for that of their friends, and not for the general public. A History of Elizabethan Literature Many a young lady has passed the same season in the same place, but it is only one here and there who finds the hundredth part of the mental food and delectation that Dolly found. The End of a Coil The house was packed to its utmost capacity with an audience that seemed decidedly to appreciate the bill of fare that had been prepared for their delectation. The Slave of Silence He no longer acquires a Vandyke merely to show to his friends; that he possesses it for his own delectation is enough. The Pagan Madonna Here the ancient sport of bull-baiting was practised annually for the brutal, but thoughtless, delectation of the people of town and country side. Records of Woodhall Spa and Neighbourhood Historical, Anecdotal, Physiographical, and Archaeological, with Other Matter One of them, a person of elderly aspect, asked me what kind of medicine I was selling, and a number of small boys requested me to shoot with my bow and arrows for their delectation. Fibble, D.D. At least it is not indecent, bourgeois, and ill-bred, like the fourth-hand Protestantism that Browning dishes up, for the delectation of Ethical Societies. Visions and Revisions A Book of Literary Devotions Only, for myself, I prefer to take moral diatribes from the clergy and aesthetic delectation from the artist. A History of the French Novel, Vol. 1 From the Beginning to 1800 The stars, large and small, they believed were created merely for their delectation. Mother Earth, Vol. 1 No. 1, March 1906 And this little game was to be played for Walter Marrable's delectation, though the result of it would be the ruin of Mary's prospects in life! The Vicar of Bullhampton To my inexpressible relief, I found all eight gathered at the hotel dining table, discussing the various viands provided for their delectation, and chattering as gaily as though nothing untoward had occurred. Fibble, D.D. Music, and especially singing, are a physical as well as an intellectual expression, a pleasure of the body as well as a 'delectation' of the soul. Casa Braccio, Volumes 1 and 2 I asked, more for the delectation of Miss Raven than for my own satisfaction—I knew she was curious about the double mystery. Ravensdene Court To his boundless delight, the dinner was as though designed in Heaven, for his delectation. Eve to the Rescue But here is something else that may soothe your sorrow—a five-dollar bill, to be devoted exclusively to the purchase of luscious steaks, tender chops, and juicy bones—for your solitary delectation!” The Dragon's Secret And he thought that of all the delights given by God for the delectation of his creatures, the love of Clarissa Underwood would be the most delightful. Ralph the Heir To them he was a case, and they judged of the merits and demerits of the case as if it were some purely imaginary or academical affair especially manufactured for their delectation. The Day of Judgment I gazed at everything about me as though it were all a picture, a splendid moving pageant, arranged for my own particular delectation. Marguerite And accordingly her lover still kept on her, with an abiding delectation, till compressed, squeezed and distilled to the last drop, he took leave with one fervent kiss, expressing satisfied desires, but unextinguished love. Memoirs Of Fanny Hill A New and Genuine Edition from the Original Text (London, 1749) "The sight of you at hard labor," said Finnegan, from a bureau on the other side of the room, "would fill me with cheer, delectation and comfort." The Varmint "Sure the master of the feast hath withheld this precious delectation until now," said Essex; "for they, doubtless, be of his providing." Traditions of Lancashire, Volume 2 Much human blood was shed for the delectation of the masters of the world, much skill displayed, much prowess vanquished by prowess greater, much valour laid to dust. "Unto Caesar" Their names go to fill the catalogue of the collection at home, of the gallery abroad, for the delectation of the bagman and the critic. The Gentle Art of Making Enemies But when æstheticism became popular in Bayswater—a part of London built for the delectation of the needy rich—I felt that it was absurd no longer, and I turned to other things. The Green Carnation After which a handful of sugar lumps were stuffed into his night-clothes' pocket for future delectation in bed. The Return of Peter Grimm Novelised From the Play The scenes are full of human interest and lifelikeness, and will please many an old reader, as well as the younger folks for whose delectation it is intended. Four Young Explorers or, Sight-Seeing in the Tropics Its feeding trough was made of gold, and capons and pea-hens were specially fattened for its delectation. "Unto Caesar" For the Dinkey-Bird's bravuras And staccatos are so sweet— His roulades, appogiaturas, And robustos so complete, That the youth of every nation— Be they near or far away— Have especial delectation In that gladsome roundelay. The Book of Humorous Verse The idea opened up to Mr. Anstey a comic vista, which he has developed for our delectation. The History of "Punch" "La luce elettrica," Vittorio observed, unable to suppress his pride in this new sensation furnished for the delectation of his Signorinas. A Venetian June He had even been known to protract an already lost battle to lengthen out the delectation of his offspring. The Dew of Their Youth It is now believed that such stories were written for the delectation of the Hearst Syndicate, and had no basis in fact. Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 13 Little Journeys to the Homes of Great Lovers And where, O where, was the pride of Goresthorpe Grange, the glorious plate which was to have been the delectation of generations of D'Odds? Masterpieces of Mystery In Four Volumes Mystic-Humorous Stories “Very good taste for a savage to appreciate how noble a beast is the horse, but I’m not going to introduce the said noble animal for the delectation of black savages.” The Dingo Boys The Squatters of Wallaby Range It was nothing that his forefathers had endowed almshouses for their support, or served up banquets for their delectation—Sir Laurence was an absentee—Sir Laurence was as the son of the stranger. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, No. CCCXXXVI. October, 1843. Vol. LIV. When a man has had produced before him for his own and sole delectation any article or articles, how can he avoid eulogium? Orley Farm “Oh, I dare say if you take him in hand and coach him a little he will do all right,” replied the doctor, raising his eyebrows for the organist’s delectation. The Nebuly Coat The patriotesses, who sat knitting on the stand erected near the machine for their daily delectation, agreed that she was an excellent diversion. The False Chevalier or, The Lifeguard of Marie Antoinette I will not have them broken up or burned, Although they cease to give me delectation, That mean to keep them suitably interned Throughout the War's duration. Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 150, March 29, 1916 With these few introductory and perhaps desultory pages, the reader is invited to the more solid feast provided for his delectation in the following pages. The Book-Hunter in London Historical and Other Studies of Collectors and Collecting "And brought there expressly for your delectation, I suppose." Orley Farm Its purpose is not primarily the salvation or delectation of the few, but their equipment to become the apostles to the many. Love to the Uttermost Expositions of John XIII.-XXI. Life is a surface, eh? shifting about into designs for the delectation of your eyes. Erik Dorn The possessor of this one, fully aware of her advantage, was displaying, for her partner's delectation, the most wonderful airs and graces. Peak and Prairie From a Colorado Sketch-book This Kailash used to rattle off for my special delectation a doggerel ballad of his own composition. My Reminiscences These two beauties are to serve for the delectation of this young warrior until he can make a suitable marriage. Possessed The "Order of the Corks," both men and women, all went to see a grand series of Spanish dances at the theatre, got up for their delectation and amusement. A Fantasy of Mediterranean Travel They rode together in the same primitive style, their saddle-bags stuffed with papers, documents, briefs, law-books, clothing, and, peradventure, some creature delectation also. Recollections of Forty Years in the House, Senate and Cabinet An Autobiography. After nine months Jhāmbāji was born and showed his miraculous origin in various ways, such as producing sweets from nothing for the delectation of his companions. The Tribes and Castes of the Central Provinces of India Volume II After breakfast my hostess informed me that the lady for whose delectation I had been invited to sing was ill in bed, and that I would have to serenade her from her bed-room door. My Reminiscences It was in vain that I represented to Lawyer Miles the outrage of punishing a man for seeking to beautify his premises, and thereby to contribute to the comfort and delectation of the public generally. The House An Episode in the Lives of Reuben Baker, Astronomer, and of His Wife, Alice But all the same, I should be base; and, therefore, after I have written out my reminiscences for your delectation, I shall simply keep them for my own. The Path Of Duty I don't see any good reason why the best apartment in the house should be expressly constructed and designed for the particular delectation of the servants. Hollowmell or, A Schoolgirl's Mission We'll have you falling off the train and being dramatically rescued again for the delectation of the natives. The Man of the Desert The door was slightly ajar; and with whatever shame I have only to record that I stood with delectation by this door and waited for the Man-Who-had-Been-in-California to tell "The Story of the Sacred Cow." Vesty of the Basins They "knocked him down" for a song; and he sang a rather Anacreontic one very melodiously, and so loud that certain of the servants, listening outside, derived great delectation from it; and Neville applauded ironically. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 17, No. 101, March, 1866 I overwhelmed Clodius in the senate to his face, both in a set speech, very weighty and serious, and also in an interchange of repartees, of which I append a specimen for your delectation. The Letters of Cicero, Volume 1 The Whole Extant Correspodence in Chronological Order Could it be for the delectation of those bold eyes that she had worked far into the night, contriving her pitiful fineries? The Independence of Claire Some few days after Christmas, little Miss Pimpernell gave a small evening party for the especial delectation of those who had so meritoriously assisted in the decoration of the church. She and I, Volume 1 There seemed every promise of an unrehearsed entertainment for the delectation of his guests. Roger Ingleton, Minor I have, while I waited here, written an excellent and notable epic on the wars of the illustrious house of the McDonnells, the which I will even now rehearse thee for thy delectation. Sir Ludar A Story of the Days of the Great Queen Bess These are written by incompetent hacks for the dubious delectation of the lower middle class. The Status Civilization The nervous baby should not be encouraged to exhibit its cuteness for the delectation of the family or the amusement of strangers and visitors. The Mother and Her Child I would ask her to have the cook prepare it for her special delectation. The Blunders of a Bashful Man Almost none of the singing that one hears at the so-called hula performances gotten up for the delectation of sightseers is Hawaiian music of the old sort. Unwritten Literature of Hawaii The Sacred Songs of the Hula I remember that we took along a lot of confectioneries, both for our own delectation and also to "treat" the Esquimaux on! Left on Labrador or, The cruise of the Schooner-yacht 'Curlew.' as Recorded by 'Wash.' It was all on behalf of a certain scenic entertainment given in the Town-hall for the delectation of the scholars in the Rector's Sunday-school and night classes. A Houseful of Girls But although grace was not increased in Christ through His receiving this sacrament, yet He had a certain spiritual delectation from the new institution of this sacrament. Summa Theologica, Part III (Tertia Pars) From the Complete American Edition These are no mares for the public service, or for the private delectation of some rich plebeian. Bakemono Yashiki (The Haunted House), Retold from the Japanese Originals Tales of the Tokugawa, Volume 2 Rather, how I was allowing my imagination to run away with itself, for my own particular delectation. Cape Cod Folks It is almost the contrary of that of the neurotic, sallow Tchaikowsky of the hysterical frenzies and hysterical self-pity and the habits of morose delectation. Musical Portraits Interpretations of Twenty Modern Composers Miss Sanborn is certainly a very bright writer, and when a book bears her name it is safe to buy it and put it aside for delectation when a leisure hour comes along. A Truthful Woman in Southern California "And she seems sort of lonely sometimes," Grace added, taking a chocolate nut from a dish of candy that Mollie had placed, for Grace's special delectation, on the table. The Outdoor Girls on Pine Island Or, A Cave and What It Contained Every essay, monograph, or book that the one published, the other criticised with cold but ruthless severity, to the great delectation of the scientific world, if not to the clarification of its atmosphere. The Mummy and Miss Nitocris A Phantasy of the Fourth Dimension She even swallowed down the sight of Clary in her cut velvet and her own coach, whose panel Sam Winnington himself had not thought it beneath him to touch up for Clary's delectation and glory. Girlhood and Womanhood The Story of some Fortunes and Misfortunes Oh, the rare exhilaration, Oh, the novel delectation Of a ride down the slide! Poems Vol. IV Small squads were being walked around doing the goose step for the delectation of the bons Bruxellois, who were kept a block away up the side streets leading to the square. A Journal From Our Legation in Belgium There are many printed volumes of travels very inferior to those which could be made up from the letters of private persons abroad, composed purely for the delectation of friends. The Continental Monthly, Vol. 4, No. 6, December 1863 Devoted to Literature and National Policy It was to see, for her own private delectation, a weak point in Miss Buckston's iron-clad personality to remember how very funny she could look. Franklin Kane He lives by choice in the wildest country, like his skin-clad ancestors, demanding only that there be game and foxes and fish for his delectation. Post-Prandial Philosophy That loquacious bird had been removed to police headquarters for the special delectation of Mr. Gryce. The Circular Study Consequently, when these kisses and caresses are done for this delectation, it follows that they are mortal sins, and only in this way are they said to be lustful. Summa Theologica, Part II-II (Secunda Secundae) Translated by Fathers of the English Dominican Province "For your own delectation if you will, miss; but as your protector I must ask you not to give it back." Wandering Heath Thackeray seems to have tumbled into versification by accident; writing it as amateurs do, a little now and again for his own delectation, and to catch the taste of partial friends. Thackeray Mr. Maule, who had hitherto been standing, seated himself as he asked that last question, and took up the book which had been prepared for his morning's delectation. Phineas Redux It was the work of photographers, securing, from some point of vantage overhead, flashlight records for the delectation of the music halls. King John of Jingalo The Story of a Monarch in Difficulties From what we could gather, Gerda seemed to be "dressing up" for the delectation of her guests. The Wit and Humor of America, Volume I. (of X.) The ordinary expression of this part of the nature, is a vampyrism which is constantly on the alert to see what, and how much it can gobble up for its own delectation. Insights and Heresies Pertaining to the Evolution of the Soul She was conscious of no affection for her husband, but she was conscious of a desire to show appreciation, and to display radiance for his delectation. The Butterfly House Through the kitchen he passed, feeling guilty as he smelled new peas cooking for his delectation on Mrs. Black's stove. An Alabaster Box Every night when supper was over and we sat by the fire in our little hut, I read aloud, to his great delectation, and his remarks, pert questions, and wonderful memory were remarkable. Five Years in New Zealand 1859 to 1864 It appears that during the sitting of the Council of Trent, wines were produced from all parts for the delectation of the holy fathers. Round About the Carpathians Presently, in the great red dining-room, Porter was ordering things for Cousin Patty's delectation of which she had never heard. Contrary Mary Objection 1: It would seem that the sin of morose delectation is not in the reason. Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition However, to-day, since her father was away fishing, Lucina was driven to seek other aid in the carrying out of a small plan which she had formed for her delectation. Jerome, A Poor Man A Novel Mrs. Jameson galloped with mild state all her little hobbies for our delectation, and the time went on. The Jamesons The hostess, indeed, was unweariedly kind and brought forth from her store many dainties for their delectation. The Black Douglas I wrote it in 1850, and read it after dinner to four visitors from over the Atlantic to their great delectation, and of course they sent MS. copies all over the States. My Life as an Author Therefore morose delectation is not in the reason. Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition Tongues and hearts were light, and airy bubbles of badinage were blown into space for the delectation of all who cared to look. The Parts Men Play To our indescribable delectation he actually thrust a stubby forefinger into his victim's ribs. Berry And Co. One of his first labours was to begin an illustrated diary for his mother's delectation, a diary that was afterwards published by Messrs. Methuen in book form under the title of "The Matabele Campaign—1896." The Story of Baden-Powell 'The Wolf That Never Sleeps' Consider, too, the representative economics and delectations around, available to taste, necessity, and cash,—how wonderful their contrast! The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 18, No. 110, December, 1866 A Magazine of Literature, Science, Art, and Politics Now a morose delectation is sometimes about sensible goods, and not about the goods of the reason. Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition In the ancient days of Ind the great Raja Trishanku possessed an earthly paradise that had been constructed for his delectation by a magician. Creative Chemistry Descriptive of Recent Achievements in the Chemical Industries Whole classes of girls and boys were marched to the large basement to be put through their paces for the delectation of visitors. Craftsmanship in Teaching Joffre's vaunted plan that had inspired us through the dolorous startled days of retirement was, it appeared, a fact, and not one of those bright fancies that the Staff invents for our tactical delectation. Adventures of a Despatch Rider If in this you fail, then shall other sports be devised for your special delectation. Amusements in Mathematics Therefore the sin of morose delectation is not in the reason. Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition Was she, then, after all an unworthy partaker of the feast which her aunt had so long and liberally spread for her delectation? A Comedy of Masks A Novel The Hitachi hoisted the German Imperial Navy flag, and performed a kind of naval goose-step for the delectation of the Wolf. Five Months on a German Raider Being the Adventures of an Englishman Captured by the 'Wolf' For, some things herein are the feats of jugglery of demons, sundry others poetic figments, a few are probable, others improbable, and even more invented for the delectation of fools. The Ancient Irish Epic Tale Táin Bó Cúalnge The girl broke into a little trill of mirth, too liquid for laughter; being rather the sound of a brooklet chuckling musically over its private delectations. The Clarion Therefore morose delectation does not belong to the reason. Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition As the big seaman deftly worked with iron hook and right hand, he spun yarns for the delectation of his mates. In Clive's Command A Story of the Fight for India He was roasting a pheasant for his visitor's delectation. The Odds And Other Stories He now treated the big shin-bones that were provided for his delectation as live game of a peculiarly treacherous sort. Jan A Dog and a Romance The grocer provides you with what he modestly terms a "first-class outfit," albeit his cans of fruits, vegetables and meats are for the delectation of the inner man. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science, Vol. XVI., December, 1880. Therefore the sin of morose delectation is in the reason. Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition She sang well, and made a specialty of showing herself in "attitudes," or what we term now "living pictures," for the delectation of her guests. Some Old Time Beauties After Portraits by the English Masters, with Embellishment and Comment Poising the vessel delicately between thumb and forefinger, P. Sybarite treated himself to one small sip—an instant of lingering delectation—another sip. The Day of Days An Extravaganza Delight, for delectation, or power of pleasing, as it is frequently used. Notes to Shakespeare, Volume III: The Tragedies He conceived the business of a news art department to be to furnish pictured Susannahs for the delectation of the elders of the reading public. Success A Novel And in this sense the sin of morose delectation is said to be in the reason. Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition At another time he employed the same diabolical temper for the delectation of his father. Renaissance in Italy, Volume 1 (of 7) The Age of the Despots That night Mrs. Mallet surpassed herself by her rendering of a menu, especially composed by Atherley for the delectation of their guest. Cecilia de Noël A still more dangerous practice, and one which I have frequently seen, is a method of playing with the rattlesnake for the delectation of the cow boy at the expense of a "tenderfoot." Scientific American Supplement, No. 841, February 13, 1892 One of the boarders, who had purchased Mrs. Crowe's Night Side of Nature for his own private delectation, was regarded as a public enemy by the entire household for not having bought twenty copies. Famous Modern Ghost Stories Therefore consent to delectation is not a mortal sin. Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition They write one set of memoirs for the public, and another set for their own delectation. Renaissance in Italy, Volume 1 (of 7) The Age of the Despots It is related that Beethoven's friend, Marie Bigot, played the Appassionata Sonata at sight from the manuscript for the delectation of some friends. Beethoven Billie had addressed himself promptly to the Christmas tree, to his very own Christmas tree that was laden with gifts that had been assembled by the family for his delectation. A Reversible Santa Claus Others make it a source of intellectual delectation, and the means of hearing one or two striking sermons each week. The Whence and the Whither of Man A Brief History of His Origin and Development through Conformity to Environment; Being the Morse Lectures of 1895 But delectation without deed is not a mortal sin, but only a venial sin. Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition Everything that Margaret Sidney writes is sure of an audience, and though most of her books are prepared for the delectation of the young, they have an equal charm for all classes of readers. The Bay State Monthly — Volume 2, No. 6, March, 1885 One gigantic crab-shell filled with Barbara's juicy witchery and flanked by cool pink, meaty claws would be there for his own individual delectation. Jaffery Set up as a poet, good Master Roland, and weave for our delectation stories of the Rhine. The Sword Maker I have been rather down to-day about a newspaper that came to me anonymously from Paris, with a report marked for my special delectation. The Woman Thou Gavest Me Being the Story of Mary O'Neill Therefore neither is the consent to the delectation a mortal sin. Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition Before the impromptu catechism was ended, Spikes had acknowledged other and more humiliating things—to the delectation of the bartender, the stage driver and two or three men of leisure who were listening. The Lonesome Trail and Other Stories Nor was their admiration exhausted when they turned to the discussion of the toothsome dainties provided for their delectation. Charles the Bold Last Duke of Burgundy, 1433-1477 The Nechells people have had laid out for their delectation the waste ground near the gas works which may be called Nechells Park for the time being. Showell's Dictionary of Birmingham A History and Guide Arranged Alphabetically All was joyful—all delectation, In creatures who prayed to their Maker each morn, That there was to be a grand incremation Of a poor fellow-creature, old, weary, and worn. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Volume XXIV. But the inward thought is not a mortal sin, nor is the consent to that thought: and therefore neither is the consent to the delectation. Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition After a couple of years spent in collecting books and bibelots throughout the Orient, he settled down in Paris with the expatriate group of Americans and invented the Reading Machine for their delectation. The Complete Book of Cheese Shall, then, this human heart live for itself; gather and store up for its own delectation, for its own good? Hints for Lovers Millions of people come and take the herb for ruinous physical and intellectual delectation. New Tabernacle Sermons Drowsier and more sleep-compelling still were the interminable tales spun out by the professional story-teller, giving ragged versions of the Arabian Nights' Entertainments for the delectation of the tireless native listeners. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 12, No. 30, September, 1873 Now he that consents to the delectation does not, for this reason, consent to the inordinateness of the act. Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition The soup would be represented for the plant's delectation by water, the fish by minerals, the joint by carbonic acid gas, and the dessert by ammonia. Scientific American Supplement, No. 787, January 31, 1891 Many similar tales were printed for our delectation, and our credulity—being of the siege order—was pathetically fine. The Siege of Kimberley The use of this feigned history is to give some shadow of satisfaction to the mind of man in those points wherein the nature of things denies it; poetry serves magnanimity, morality, and delectation. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 13 — Religion and Philosophy And thus we see how, by pleasure, external delightful things enter through similitude into the soul, according to the threefold method of delectation. Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern — Volume 5 Now it is not a mortal sin to consent to the delectation resulting from the thought of murder. Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition He owns to a partiality for the weird, and if he can come across a brief "curdler," he at once singles it out for the delectation of those whose taste is in the same direction. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 101, August 15, 1891 What distinguishes us from them, or sets us above them in our own esteem, is never appealed to as a source or element of delectation. Shakespeare: His Life, Art, And Characters, Volume I. With An Historical Sketch Of The Origin And Growth Of The Drama In England A charming picture it was, prepared as if on purpose for our especial delectation. Mr. Isaacs "No, it will pass," was his answer; and going to his easel he placed, with the help of his son, picture after picture, for my delectation. McClure's Magazine, Vol. 6, No. 6, May, 1896 Therefore consent to delectation is a venial sin. Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition The Church has in its wisdom employed a phrase for frigid depravity of the Rops kind, naming it "morose delectation." Promenades of an Impressionist Elizabeth knew how to unbend in such noble delectations without abating her dignity as a queen, or forgetting her duty as the mother of her people. Shakespeare: His Life, Art, And Characters, Volume I. With An Historical Sketch Of The Origin And Growth Of The Drama In England There are no roads in Simla proper where it is possible to drive, excepting one narrow way, reserved when I was there, and probably still set apart, for the exclusive delectation of the Viceroy. Mr. Isaacs Behind the rails separating the turf from the paths, Orators, Preachers, and Reciters are holding forth, for the delectation of small groups, who are mostly engaged in discussing some totally different subject. Punch, Or The London Charivari, Volume 101, July 11, 1891 Therefore consent to delectation is a mortal sin. Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition Hastings, my stenographer, became very expert at deciphering and transcribing it on the machine for my delectation. The "Goldfish" At all events, those exhibitions, so revolting to modern taste and decorum, were no doubt in most cases full of religion and honest delectation to the simple minds who witnessed them. Shakespeare: His Life, Art, And Characters, Volume I. With An Historical Sketch Of The Origin And Growth Of The Drama In England Page 467 With a few such elemental groups of his own invention at command, any singer would be well equipped to extemporize for the delectation of his host and the entertainment of the other guests. The Tinguian Social, Religious, and Economic Life of a Philippine Tribe As a finish there was a Wild Western cyclone, and a whole Indian village was blown out of existence for the delectation of the English audience. An Autobiography of Buffalo Bill (Colonel W. F. Cody) Wherefore such a consent to delectation in a mortal sin, is itself a mortal sin, as the second opinion maintains. Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition And yet there was little delectation in self-restraint. Tokyo to Tijuana: Gabriele Departing America And what a solemn moment was that when the tallest goblet was filled to the brim for the delectation of the prophet Elijah and the door thrown open for his entry. Children of the Ghetto A Study of a Peculiar People And now, for Fred's delectation this evening, the newly added fish set, so appropriately inscribed from his sister. The Vertical City To the writer it appears nevertheless that it is in essentials the work of an earlier period, taken up and finished thus late in the day for the delectation of the Spanish king. The Later Works of Titian Now this act serves the generative power, in as much as it is directed to generation; and it includes delectation of the touch, which is the most powerful object of the concupiscible faculty. Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition We scrambled to the top with great spirit, and when we arrived, Melville, I remember, bestrode a peaked rock, which ran out like a bowsprit, and pulled and hauled imaginary ropes for our delectation. Yesterdays with Authors On the contrary, he seemed rather pleased at getting what he wanted without having to bribe for it, and ordered up fresh glasses and another bottle of wine for the pilots' delectation. A Master of Fortune Being Further Adventures of Captain Kettle Every noon, for her delectation at luncheon, he sent a boy from the store with a carton of her special favorites—Blue Point oysters. The Vertical City Yet in her own home, and for delectation of the men belonging to her, a woman is surely free to deck herself as handsomely as her purse allows. Deadham Hard But the delectation is completed in the touch. Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition It was almost like a pageant marching out of antiquity for our delectation. Yesterdays with Authors One of the little griffins, wishing to reserve this delicate morsel for its own delectation, caught the boy up in its talons and flew away to a neighboring tree. Legends of the Middle Ages Narrated with Special Reference to Literature and Art Joe, indeed, was at all times a taciturn person, and Ted was probably reserving himself for the delectation of the cronies whom he expected to meet at the "Thornleigh Arms." North, South and over the Sea I have only portrayed the heads of tribes as yet for your delectation. Deadham Hard Gutter children are an impossibility in a place where there are no gutters for their innocent delectation. Hygeia, a City of Health His mind, in fact, was busy with more important matters, and, fond as he was of shooting, he wanted the birds for some one else's delectation. Hodge and His Masters Of love I freely gave you yonder in Navarre, as yonder at Eltham I crucified my innermost heart for your delectation. Chivalry Or are we to think of them as simply phantasmagoria hung up for the delectation of a passing moment? The world's great sermons, Volume 08 Talmage to Knox Little I tell you, reader, we are fast people indeed; we travel fast in our opinions, with now and then a somerset for the delectation of the philosopher. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 03, No. 17, March, 1859 Mrs M'Swat killed a fowl and stewed it for my delectation. My Brilliant Career I will enclose a list for your delectation, for as reading a cook-book sort of feeds one, reading familiar names sort of comforts one. The Life and Letters of Elizabeth Prentiss Oh, land so rare, where such visions of delight are provided by the unseen powers for our delectation! Out of Doors—California and Oregon It is true that all parts of this exceedingly valuable collection were not treated with equal care; the whole of it deserved a catalogue for the delectation and the use of later amateurs and collectors. The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 02 Masterpieces of German Literature Translated into English. in Twenty Volumes It consists in the use of the simple body, if possible the nude body, for the expression of thought and emotion, the telling of a tale, the delectation of the eye by ornamental details. The Life of Michelangelo Buonarroti For the sick lad's delectation Alan spun long thrilling tales, many of them based on personal experience in his wide travels in many lands. Wild Wings A Romance of Youth In this country town the Mississippi Momuses, nine in number, were announced to appear in the town-hall, for the general delectation, this last Christmas week. The Uncommercial Traveller Meanwhile, Mr Venus, who had left the duelling frogs to fight it out in his absence by candlelight for the public delectation, put the shutters up. Our Mutual Friend Some were of opinion that Staggs's Gardens derived its name from a deceased capitalist, one Mr Staggs, who had built it for his delectation. Dombey and Son These gifts — irksome as they are — were given to me for the enjoyment and delectation of my fellow-creatures. The Complete Plays of Gilbert and Sullivan That He may turn our haughty will to lament its faults, that it may deplore its past most vain elations, may retract its most bitter indignations, and detest its most insane delectations. The Love of Books The Philobiblon of Richard de Bury After leaving St. Helena he became very generous, disposing of a great quantity of ship stores, claret, preserved meats, and great casks packed with soda-water, brought out for his private delectation. Vanity Fair So, too, Edward Fitzgerald used to tear out of his books all that in his judgment fell below their authors’ highest standard, retaining for his own delectation only the quintessential remnants. Biographical Study of A.W. Kinglake The decorations had to be removed, the dishes washed, the uneaten delicacies packed into a basket for the delectation of Charlotta the Fourth's young brothers at home. Anne of Avonlea When the economists are tired of accusing human nature, the greed of parents, and the turbulence of radicals, they find delectation in picturing the felicity of the proletariat. System of Economical Contradictions; or, the Philosophy of Misery Clay felt a sudden fondness for the city, so grateful was he to it for entertaining her as it did, and for putting its best front forward for her delectation. Soldiers of Fortune Within a woman was singing, to the tinkling accompaniment of a spinet, for the delectation of Lord Remon. The Certain Hour They originated all that tomfoolery for their own individual delectation. Dear Enemy When they had drunk these Arabella suggested another; and Jude had the pleasure of being, as it were, personally conducted through the varieties of spirituous delectation by one who knew the landmarks well. Jude the Obscure At such reunions one feels very much as those miscellaneous beasts may be supposed to feel who are confined together in a common cage for the delectation of the spectacle-loving public. Freeland A Social Anticipation To make good this promise, Campbell straightway sang for Harrigan's delectation two or three more of his favorite selections. Harrigan "Robert and I," my mother had said, to Lichfield's delectation, "just live downstairs in the two lower stories, and ostracise the third floor…." The Cords of Vanity A Comedy of Shirking By facing them, one derives such excessive delight that one plucks them and brings them in and puts them in vases for one's own delectation, so the fifth must be 'placing chrysanthemums in vases.' Hung Lou Meng, Book II Or, the Dream of the Red Chamber, a Chinese Novel in Two Books Hereby thou may'st not only receive the delectation of variety, but also arrive at a more certain judgment, by a grave and circumspect comparison of the witnesses with each other, or of each with himself. The Poetical Works of Alexander Pope, Volume 2 Miss Ellen and my sister soon had about them a whole menagerie of antelopes, monkeys, and parrots, trained to perform all sorts of tricks for the delectation of the children who were expected. Freeland A Social Anticipation The bit of railway from Châlons-sur-Marne to Nancy affords a series of gastronomic delectations. In the Heart of the Vosges And Other Sketches by a "Devious Traveller" He was not on his staff, but was indeed travelling in Egypt for his own amusement and delectation, he said. His Hour Speech, manners, customs, costumes and religions change with startling rapidity, and as you enter into the life of the nation you find that each has brought the best of its gastronomy for your delectation. Bohemian San Francisco Its restaurants and their most famous recipes—The elegant art of dining. He could not make me his fool or his lout, And put me besides this delectation. A Select Collection of Old English Plays, Volume 2 Bayard Taylor is said to have recited "Jabberwocky" aloud for his own delectation until he was forced to stop by uncontrollable laughter. A Nonsense Anthology We shall soon make you strong and well; for we have come laden with cases of delicacies for your special delectation. With Edged Tools She turned from her pears and peaches to her prayer-book and rosary with equal delectation. Holidays in Eastern France A great variety of puppet-shows are contrived for the delectation of the children; and the Siamese are marvellously ingenious in the manufacture of toys and dolls, of porcelain, stone, wood, bark, and paper. The English Governess at the Siamese Court Being Recollections of Six Years in the Royal Palace at Bangkok Would it upset his budget, involve the sacrifice of a tram ride or a packet of tobacco, if he spent a few sous on more syrup for her delectation? The Mountebank Examples of it are found wherever there are men who selfishly lay up treasures for their own delectation, and 'are not rich toward God.' Expositions of Holy Scripture St. Luke But in a God-created world made for the delectation of mankind, to forego its pleasures would be to offend the Creator, if indeed stark madness could kindle His ire. The Sceptics of the Old Testament: Job - Koheleth - Agur That witchery of Orientalism, with its immemorial customs, its wondrous hues of earth and sky—it exists, chiefly, for the delectation of hyperborean dreamers. Fountains in the Sand Rambles Among the Oases of Tunisia But the Franco-Belgian sickliness was not much better, with its simpering parlor-tricks:—"the hair," "the little father," "the doves,"—and the whole trick of mystery for the delectation of society women. Jean Christophe: in Paris The Market-Place, Antoinette, the House Our pretty country-women have such a habit of trotting around by themselves for their own delectation that you never can tell how to place them. Together The picture of Rennes and the cruelty dealt its inhabitants was a pleasant picture, in the contemplation of which these ladies evidently found much delectation. In and out of Three Normady Inns Thus my Lord Kew's secret history came into my possession; let us hope for the public's future delectation, and the chronicler's private advantage. The Newcomes Memoirs of a Most Respectable Family Most of his songs and plays, written for the delectation of his students, have been composed at Santiniketan. Autobiography of a Yogi The tenants refuse to be deprived of their chief pleasure in life—that of gazing at the street-passengers, who must be good enough to walk in the sunshine for their delectation. Old Calabria At meal time the exasperating brown bread was invariably offered for my delectation, and that I regarded as a personal affront. My Friends at Brook Farm These women were made for our comfort and delectation, gentlemen,—with all the rest of the minor animals. The History of Pendennis Mrs. Mackenzie played admirably, in the old-fashioned way, dances, reels, and Scotch and Irish tunes, the former, of which filled James Binnie's soul with delectation. The Newcomes Memoirs of a Most Respectable Family "The saints forbid," laughed Vaura, "that I should put the surgical knife, as it were, to my heart, and lay bare all its latent workings for the express delectation of five o'clock teas—and women!" A Heart-Song of To-day No more, probably, than that charming race which the artists of Japan have invented for our delectation. Old Calabria As for you, my goddess of the Silent Places, yonder comes my admirable valet with fruit and sweetmeats for your delectation; you, Peregrine, have Diana beside you. Peregrine's Progress On the other hand, too, they have mastered a variety of insects, and use them for their delectation and profit. Field and Hedgerow Being the Last Essays of Richard Jefferies Then the guests were taken to a large hall where supper was ready for their delectation. Tales of Bengal It was easy for a doting mother like Madame de Sévigné to credit everything her son manufactured for her delectation. Life, Letters, and Epicurean Philosophy of Ninon de L'Enclos The Celebrated Beauty of the Seventeenth Century And the Great Kaan had caused this beautiful prospect to be formed for the comfort and solace and delectation of his heart. The Travels of Marco Polo — Volume 1 Therefore have I delectation in infirmities, in rebukes, in need, in persecutions, in anguish, for Christi's sake. The first New Testament printed in English We stood on the Threshold and looked out upon the World preparatory to going forth, seizing it by the tail and snapping its head off for our own delectation. Love, Life & Work Being a Book of Opinions Reasonably Good-Natured Concerning How to Attain the Highest Happiness for One's Self with the Least Possible Harm to Others Thou hast none delectation in our perdition, for after tempest thou makest tranquillity, and after weeping and shedding of tears thou bringest in exultation and joy. Bible Stories and Religious Classics My mother had in the cupboard a jar of excellent raspberry jam, and she brought it forth for the delectation of our guest. Hawthorne and His Circle Arrange an entertainment for the delectation of the poor, and you would find her on the platform, but her name would not be on the list of subscribers to the funds. The Prince and Betty Now, Georgiana, let me copy for your delectation a list of matters that I have jotted down for consideration at a teachers' meeting to be held to-morrow night. Life of Harriet Beecher Stowe Compiled From Her Letters and Journals by Her Son Charles Edward Stowe Exasperated at anyone daring to interfere with her delectation, she passed a sleepless night, arranging extravagant plans for a meeting with her sweetheart. Theresa Raquin And the writer who brings much—much of insight, of devotion, of sympathy—is sure to bring much away for his reader's delectation. Our Friend John Burroughs He had nothing to offer for the general delectation. The Grey Lady And now we have an exquisite balcony scene and rare midnight alarms for your delectation. Once Aboard the Lugger We stood on the threshold and looked out upon the World preparatory to going forth, seizing it by the tail and snapping its head off for our own delectation. Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 06 Little Journeys to the Homes of Eminent Artists And, indeed, did not humanity long regard the heavens as a firework show for its amusement, a set piece entirely for its delectation? Without Prejudice The rest were disposed, for Mr. Kendal's delectation, in the old drawing-room, henceforth to be named the library. The Young Step-Mother Did Nature have in view our delectation when she made the apple, the peach, the plum, the cherry? Birds and Poets : with Other Papers I don't know what we were called before," he said; "but from what I remember, I fancy we had about what I have been using for my private delectation. Magnum Bonum The reading was a delectation for both of them, and here again the choice of works was directed by the taste of Liubka, while Soloviev only followed its current and its sinuosities. Yama: the pit Mr. Larkyns was too wary to leave his "family secrets" for the delectation of his scout. Adventures of Mr. Verdant Green The party arrived in great content and delectation at the gates that led to the house. Love Me Little, Love Me Long Have I not been conducted through it by Dr. Jones, and there writ my name for his delectation? Unknown to History: a story of the captivity of Mary of Scotland They belonged, it seemed, to a troupe of jubilee singers who had been imported from the States for the delectation of French audiences. Europe Revised Then it was that Alexander, with pride in his eyes, made known Bridget's one accomplishment; she had a voice, and would presently use it for their guest's delectation. The Crown of Life Wines and humbler liquids stood around; and, for the especial delectation of the ladies, a goodly supply of champagne lay cooling itself in some ice-pails, under the tilt of the cart that had brought it. Adventures of Mr. Verdant Green By the fire sat Thomas, fair-haired and stupid in looks, who read tit-bits from the Daily Mail for the delectation of Mrs. Pill and Geraldine. The Secret Passage Those Russians, it struck him, had been providentially sent to Nepenthe for his delectation and instruction. South Wind For here indeed were gates leading to a land of delectation: the country of the giant Morgante, the enchanted island of Avillion, the court of the Soldan and the King's palace at Camelot. The Valley of Decision Was it his lordly thought to foster her talents for his own delectation and that of the few privileged? The Whirlpool It is her business to smile, and shine like a sunbeam on a spring morning for his delectation always. The Master-Christian So for my own delectation I began Wordsworth's "Leechgatherer"— There was a roaring in the wind all night, The rain came heavily and fell in floods; But now the sun is rising calm and bright. An Autobiography For an absolute certainty his bill-of-fare for the delectation of the unfortunate colonist will consist of roast beef, Yorkshire pudding, plum pudding, and the old familiar throng. The Art of Living in Australia ; together with three hundred Australian cookery recipes and accessory kitchen information by Mrs. H. Wicken There was no fear of their doing so, however, on the morrow of the tragedy at Poivriere, for the mysterious murderer whose identity Lecoq was trying to establish had furnished three victims for their delectation. Monsieur Lecoq It was her glory and her pride to enhance it for his delectation. Simon the Jester Not for delectations sweet, Not the cushion and the slipper, not the peaceful, and the studious, Not the riches safe and palling, not for us the tame enjoyment, Pioneers! Selections from American poetry, with special reference to Poe, Longfellow, Lowell and Whittier They jeered him insults, they mimicked his tenor voice, which excitement had rendered shrill, and they bade him go thrum a lute for his lady's delectation, and leave men's work to men. Love-at-Arms He raved to me of Genevi�ve, the one perfect woman in all the world and brought into it by a kind Providence for his own particular delectation. The Suitors of Yvonne: being a portion of the memoirs of the Sieur Gaston de Luynes He became an actor by the side of whom those comedians that played impromptus for his delectation were the merest bunglers with the art. The Shame of Motley: being the memoir of certain transactions in the life of Lazzaro Biancomonte, of Biancomonte, sometime fool of the court of Pesaro The Rev. "Joe" Twichell, for whose delectation the piece had been written, apparently had pocketed the document for four long years. 1601 Conversation as it was by the Social Fireside in the Time of the Tudors Sampson fixed his eyes sternly on her: "Wumman, ye know better: ye keep strychnine, for th' use and delectation of your domestic animal." Hard Cash Unless its pledges should be fulfilled, and the spoils held for the delectation of the victors, precarious indeed, would be the position of the new government. Cabbages and Kings For the Dinkey-Bird's bravuras And staccatos are so sweet— His roulades, appoggiaturas, And robustos so complete, That the youth of every nation— Be they near or far away— Have especial delectation In that gladsome roundelay. Love-Songs of Childhood As you look at the drawings, secrets come out of them,—private jokes, as it were, imparted to you by the author for your special delectation. John Leech's Pictures of Life and Character Must true wisdom consist in treasuring knowledge, not for his own honour among learned men, or the delectation of his own mind, but to scatter it among these rude northern souls? The Caged Lion It may be at once frankly admitted that when he read aloud it was more for Miss Alicia's delectation than for his own. T. Tembarom About this time young Esmond, who had a knack of stringing verses, turned some of Ovid's Epistles into rhymes, and brought them to his lady for her delectation. The History of Henry Esmond, Esq. A Colonel in the Service of Her Majesty Queen Anne Virtue I had accounted a shadow without substance; innocence, a synonym for ignorance; love, a fable, a fairy tale for the delectation of overgrown children. Bardelys the Magnificent; being an account of the strange wooing pursued by the Sieur Marcel de Saint-Pol, marquis of Bardelys... A fourth female figure, erect in the middle between the second and third couches, plays the double flute for the delectation of the entire party. History of Phoenicia A troupe of French dancers braved the terrors of the sea, and, with their scarves and their bells, danced for the delectation of the English court. Yet Again Greatly the process vexed me, for I was eager, rather, to learn what the steppe settlement might have in store for my delectation. Through Russia I was seated at a tabled covered with all those good things which the land of France produces for the delectation of gourmets. The Crime of Sylvestre Bonnard "Oh, yes, and sat upon the fence and meditated to the great delectation of my olfactory nerves." We Two, a novel Every inch of that capacious and many-chambered house was given up to the delectation of pilgrims. Bunyan Characters (1st Series) He wanted her because she reminded him of birds, and flowers, and summer winds, and other exquisite things created for the delectation of mankind. The Shape of Fear In return for it, Zuleika performed that graceful act of subsidence to the verge of collapse which is usually kept for the delectation of some royal person. Zuleika Dobson, or, an Oxford love story St. Just felt as sickened with this self-seeking Royalist as he did with the savage brutes who struck to right or left for their own delectation. El Dorado, an adventure of the Scarlet Pimpernel The hippopotamus is certainly one of the most interesting and attractive of all the strange creatures ever yet caught by Mr. Barnum, and offered for the delectation of the paying public. The Life of Phineas T. Barnum The place was made up of three solid blocks of dance halls, for the delectation of the sailors of the world. The San Francisco calamity by earthquake and fire The Prince smiled and helped himself to one of the very excellent cigarettes which had been provided for the delectation of his visitor. The Illustrious Prince Not for delectations sweet, Not the cushion and the slipper, not the peaceful and the studious, Not the riches safe and palling, not for us the tame enjoyment, Pioneers! Leaves of Grass She had not realised that any dangers could assail her whilst she worked for the artistic delectation of the public. El Dorado, an adventure of the Scarlet Pimpernel Whose compliments will carry farther, in the way of delectation, think you? Hiero There was a moment's hesitancy, then Aunt Mildred placed her hand on the board, and said: "Some one has always to be the fool for the delectation of the rest." Moon-Face |
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