In History, Jamaica Kincaid tells the story of Christopher Columbus and his arrival in the Americas from a Caribbean perspective. She highlights the atrocities committed by Columbus and his men against the indigenous people they encountered. Kincaid also discusses how these events have shaped the way that history is taught in many schools today. In … Read more
Many people Pursue the truth throughout their lives. Oedipus is one of these people. Oedipus was born into a life of royalty, but he was never truly happy. Oedipus always felt like something was missing from his life. This all changed when Oedipus pursued the truth about his origins. Oedipus discovered that he was not … Read more
In the short story “God is Not a Fish Inspector” by W. D. Valgardson, the narrator tells the story of his childhood friend, Jimmy, and how Jimmy’s life was changed after he began to believe that God was inspecting his every move. As a result of this belief, Jimmy became paranoid and developed a fear … Read more
Ayn Rand’s Anthem is a story about a society in which individualism has been eradicated. In this society, people are forced to conform to the collective, and personal expression is discouraged. The protagonist of the story, Equality 7-2521, rebels against this society and seeks to discover his own identity. One of the main themes of … Read more
The Things They Carried, written by Tim Obrien, is a collection of interconnected short stories that follow a group of soldiers during the Vietnam War. The soldiers use various coping mechanisms to survive both the physical and mental challenges of war. One common coping mechanism is humor. The soldiers often joke around with each other … Read more
Romantic poetry is characterized by its focus on nature and the feelings it evoke. For Romantic poets, nature was a source of inspiration and a refuge from the artificiality of urban life. They believed that nature was where they could find truth and beauty. Many Romantic poems were written about specific natural landscapes, such as … Read more
The Fall of the House of Usher is a short story by Edgar Allan Poe. The story tells the tale of a man who travels to the home of his friend, the titular Mr. Usher. He finds that Mr. Usher is in mourning for his sister, Madeline, who has recently died. The man stays with … Read more
Fight Club is a film based on the novel of the same name by Chuck Palahniuk. The film was directed by David Fincher and stars Brad Pitt, Edward Norton, and Helena Bonham Carter. The plot of Fight Club centers around an unnamed protagonist (played by Edward Norton) who is suffering from insomnia. He meets Tyler … Read more
The gods play an important role in Sophocles’ Oedipus Rex. They are responsible for Oedipus’s tragic fate, and they also provide guidance and assistance to him along the way. The gods first intervene when Oedipus is born. The prophecy that he will kill his father and marry his mother is given by the god Apollo. … Read more
Huckleberry Finn, by Mark Twain, is a novel about a young boy’s journey down the Mississippi River in search of freedom. Along the way, Huck struggles with the conflict between his own desires and society’s expectations. Huckleberry Finn is one of the most popular novels in American literature. The story of a young boy’s adventures … Read more
In “A Rose for Emily,” William Faulkner uses a unique narrative technique to tell the story of Miss Emily Grierson. This story is set in the fictional town of Jefferson, Mississippi, in the early twentieth century. Faulkner’s use of time and setting effects the reader’s understanding of the characters and their motivations. One important aspect … Read more
Rainforests are integral to the environment, providing numerous benefits. Deforestation, or the loss of rainforests, can have disastrous consequences for both the environment and people. Rainforests play a vital role in the global environment. They help regulate the Earth’s climate and are home to an estimated 50% of all life on Earth. Rainforests also provide … Read more
Madame Bovary, by Gustave Flaubert, is a novel that tells the story of Emma Bovary, a woman who is unsatisfied with her life and seeks excitement and passion in other places. Madame Bovary was first published in 1857 and was met with mixed reviews. However, the novel is now considered a classic and has been … Read more
Oedipus Rex is a play by Sophocles that was first performed in 429 BC. It tells the story of Oedipus, a man who becomes king of Thebes after solving a riddle and then discovers that he has killed his father and married his mother. Oedipus Rex is considered one of the great tragedies of all … Read more
The Birthmark by Nathaniel Hawthorne is a classic work of American literature that is rich in symbolism. The story’s protagonist, Aylmer, is a scientist who is obsessed with removing a birthmark from his wife’s cheek. The birthmark itself is symbolic of the imperfection of human nature and Aylmer’s obsession with removing it represents his quest … Read more
There is no doubt that entertainment and education are two important aspects of our lives. While entertainment can provide us with a much-needed break from the stresses of daily life, education can help equip us with the knowledge and skills we need to succeed in the world. Interestingly, there is a growing body of research … Read more
Dante’s “The Hermaphroditic Joyce” is an interesting exploration of the concept of androgyny. The poem centres around the figure of Joyce, who is described as having both masculine and feminine qualities. This makes her a perfect symbol for androgyny, which is characterised by its blending of opposites. Dante’s poem explores the different ways in which … Read more
Brave New World and Fahrenheit 451 are both novels that explore the idea of a dystopian society. Brave New World was written by Aldous Huxley in 1932, and Fahrenheit 451 was written by Ray Bradbury in 1953. Both novels depict a world in which the government controls everything, and the citizens are kept in line … Read more
The Lottery is a short story written by Shirley Jackson. The story takes place in a small town where the residents hold a lottery each year. The winner of the lottery is then stoned to death by the other residents. The story focuses on the setting of the town and how it contributes to the … Read more
Odysseus is the perfect example of an epic hero. He embodies all the qualities that are associated with this archetype, such as strength, courage, and wisdom. Odysseus’ journey home from Troy is one of the most famous stories in all of literature, and he is one of the most well-known characters in Greek mythology. The … Read more
Oedipus was a great king who is best known for his tragic story. Oedipus was fated to kill his father and marry his mother, and though he tried to avoid his fate, he couldn’t. Oedipus’ story is a cautionary tale about the dangers of ignoring fate. Oedipus ultimately paid for his actions with his life, … Read more
Julius Caesar was assassinated on March 15, 44 BC by a group of senators afraid of his power. Brutus, one of Caesar’s closest friends, was among the conspirators. The assassination was motivated by Brutus’ belief that it was in the best interest of Rome. This tragic event was a result of Brutus’ tragic flaw: his … Read more
Oedipus Rex is a play written by Sophocles that tells the story of Oedipus, who unknowingly kills his father and marries his mother. The role of the gods in Oedipus Rex is ambiguous; they are both responsible for Oedipus’ fate and yet he ultimately suffers from their meddling. Oedipus Rex is a tragedy, and the … Read more
The Macbeth witches are three supernatural creatures who appear in the play Macbeth by William Shakespeare. The witches have a significant influence on Macbeth, as they predict his rise to power and also tempt him with the idea of murder. Lady Macbeth is another key figure who influences Macbeth’s actions throughout the play. She pressures … Read more
The Merchant of Venice is a play written by William Shakespeare that tells the story of Antonio, a merchant, and Bassanio, his close friend. The two men are very different from one another but their friendship is strong. Antonio is a serious and somber man while Bassanio is more lighthearted and carefree. Despite their differences, … Read more
Emily Dickinson is one of the most renowned poets in American history. Her work often dealt with death and mortality, as seen in her poem “Because I Could Not Stop for Death.” In this poem, Dickinson reflects on her own mortality, and how death is ultimately a part of life. The poem begins with the … Read more
A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a play written by William Shakespeare. The overriding theme of the play is love. This is most evident in the relationships between the characters. For example, there is the love triangle between Hermia, Lysander, and Demetrius. Another example is Oberon and Titania, who are in a complicated relationship where they … Read more
Eleven by Sandra Cisneros is a short story about a young girl’s birthday that does not go as planned. Eleven-year-old Rachel feels embarrassed and frustrated when she is treated like a child in front of her friends, and her mother does not seem to understand. However, through the course of the day, Rachel begins to … Read more
Amy Tan is the author of The Joy Luck Club, a novel about the experiences of four Chinese-American women and their mothers. An-Mei Hsu and Rose Hsu Jordan are two of the main characters in the book. An-Mei Hsu’s mother, Suyuan Woo, was a woman who had to endure many hardships in her life. She … Read more
A Doll’s House is a play written by Henrik Ibsen in 1879. The play deals with the story of a woman named Nora, who is living in a doll’s house- a house that is small and insignificant. Nora is married to a man named Torvald, and she has three children. Nora is completely dependent on … Read more
William Shakespeare’s The Tempest is believed by many to be his last play. First performed in 1611, The Tempest tells the story of Prospero, a sorcerer who is stranded on an island with his daughter Miranda. Using his magic, Prospero conjures up a storm that shipwrecks a group of travelers on the island. Among the … Read more
Hamlet is Shakespeare’s most famous play, and is known for its dark and depressing themes. However, the play also has moments of comic relief, which help to lighten the mood and add levity to the story. One of the most famous examples of comic relief in Hamlet comes from the character of Polonius. Polonius is … Read more
The play Much Ado About Nothing is a classic work by William Shakespeare. The film version, released in 1993, was directed by Kenneth Branagh and starred Emma Thompson and Denzel Washington. Both the play and film are beloved by fans, but which one is better? In this article, we’ll compare the two versions of Much … Read more
Frankenstein is a novel written by Mary Shelley. The novel is about a creature that is created by a scientist named Victor Frankenstein. The creature is made from different parts of dead animals and humans. Frankenstein’s creature is ugly and monster-like, which leads to him being rejected by society. This causes the creature to become … Read more
The Merchant of Venice is a play by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written in 1596-97. The play is set in the late 15th century and tells the story of a merchant, Antonio, who borrows money from a Jewish moneylender, Shylock, to help his friend Bassanio win the hand of Portia. When Antonio can’t … Read more
The Renaissance is one of the most fascinating periods in European history. It was a time of great rebirth and cultural flowering, as well as political and social change. The Renaissance began in Italy in the 14th century and spread to the rest of Europe over the following two centuries. This period marked a dramatic … Read more
Poverty is a major issue in the world today. There are many people who live in poverty, and many children who grow up in poverty. Poverty can have a huge impact on a person’s life, and it can be very difficult to escape from poverty if you are born into it. There are many ways … Read more
One of the central themes in James Joyce’s A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man is religion. Many readers see it as a story of how one young man breaks free from the repressive influence of the Catholic Church. In this context, religion can be seen as a force that suppresses individual freedom … Read more
A Good Man Is Hard To Find and Good Country People are two short stories written by Flannery O’Connor. A Good Man Is Hard To Find tells the story of a family who is on vacation and gets lost. They come across a dangerous serial killer, The Misfit, and things take a turn for the … Read more
In Othello, Iago’s motives are never fully clear. However, there are a few possible reasons why he might have wanted to destroy Othello. One possibility is that Iago was jealous of Othello’s status and accomplishments. Othello was a highly respected general, while Iago was simply a soldier. Iago may have been angry that Othello was … Read more
Frankenstein is one of the most famous horror stories of all time. But it also has a lot to say about moral values. The story raises important questions about what is right and wrong, and how we should treat others. Frankenstein is a warning against playing God, and shows the terrible consequences that can result … Read more
The Fall of the House of Usher is a story written by Edgar Allan Poe. The story is about a man who visits his friend, the last remaining member of the Usher family. The man finds that his friend is on the brink of madness and in order to save him, he must do something … Read more
Emily Dickinson’s poem “I cannot live with You” is a powerful expression of love and longing. The speaker in the poem expresses her deep desire to be with her loved one, but she also recognizes that it’s not possible. She admits that she can’t live without him, but she also knows that they can’t be … Read more
Mark Antony is a fictional character in William Shakespeare’s play Julius Caesar. Mark Antony was a general who fought alongside Julius Caesar and was his close friend. After Caesar’s assassination, Mark Antony takes over as one of the leaders of Rome. He eventually goes to war with Octavian, Caesar’s nephew, and is defeated. Mark Antony … Read more
In The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald portrays women as inferior to men in a number of ways. The most blatant example of this is the way that Daisy Buchanan is characterized. Daisy is portrayed as being shallow and foolish, and her only worth comes from her marriage to Tom Buchanan. Women are also objectified … Read more
Wheat Field With Cypresses is a painting by Vincent van Gogh. The Wheat Field with Cypresses is one of a series of paintings that Van Gogh did of wheat fields. This particular painting was done near the Saint-Remy mental hospital, where he was a patient. The painting is now in the collection of the Musee … Read more
Hyperbole is a figure of speech that uses exaggeration to make a point. The Cask of Amontillado is full of examples of hyperbole, which help to create an atmosphere of suspense and fear. One example of hyperbole can be found in the opening lines of the story, when Montresor says that he has been hurt … Read more
Emily Dickinson was an American poet who is celebrated for her unique and insightful poetry. Dickinson’s poems are known for their wit, humor, and deeply personal insight into the human condition. She is considered one of the most important poets of the 19th century, and her work has had a profound influence on subsequent writers. … Read more
Both ‘The Yellow Wallpaper’ and ‘The Story of an Hour’ are stories that explore the inner psyche of women. However, they do so in very different ways. ‘The Yellow Wallpaper’ is a story that was written by Charlotte Perkins Gilman, and it tells the story of a woman who is slowly going insane. The wallpaper … Read more
Macbeth is a play by William Shakespeare about a deadly power struggle between two Scottish families. Macbeth, the titular character, is driven by ambition and a prophecy to murder his way to the throne. His wife, Lady Macbeth, is an equally ambitious partner who pushes her husband towards violence. The play explores the psychological effects … Read more