Both “The Sniper” by Liam O’Flaherty and “The Man He killed” by Thomas Hardy are gripping stories that explore the psychological effects of war. They also offer a unique perspective on the topic of killing, showing how it can affect both the victim and the perpetrator. The two stories are very different in terms of … Read more
Big Fish is a 2003 American fantasy drama film based on the 1998 novel of the same name by Daniel Wallace. The film was directed by Tim Burton and stars Ewan McGregor, Albert Finney, Billy Crudup, Jessica Lange, and Marion Cotillard. The film tells the story of Edward Bloom (Finney), a traveling salesman who tells … Read more
Crime and Punishment allusions are found throughout Fydor Dostoevsky’s novel of the same name. Allusions are references to people, places, or events from history or literature. Crime and Punishment is rife with these references, which add depth and richness to the story. One of the most obvious allusions in Crime and Punishment is to the … Read more
Since Macbeth was originally written in the early 17th century, the idea of kingship would have been significantly different from what it is today. In Shakespeare’s time, the king was seen as a divine figurehead, placed on the throne by God himself. As a result, any action or decision made by the king was seen … Read more
William Shakespeare’s Fear No More is a poem about a man who has lost everything he loved and is now preparing to take his own life. He reflects on his past, remembering all the good times he had with those he loved. In the end, he decides that life is still worth living and chooses … Read more
Soylent Green is a film released in 1973, directed by Richard Fleischer and starring Charlton Heston. The film is set in a future world where the population has become so large that the Earth can no longer sustain them. Soylent Green is one of the solutions created to help feed the population, and it is … Read more
Wuthering Heights is a book by Emily Bronte. It is a story of love and revenge, and is set on the Yorkshire moors. Wuthering Heights is often seen as a classic novel, and is widely studied in schools. Wuthering Heights is a book by Emily Bronte. It was published in 1847, and is generally considered … Read more
There are pros and cons to keeping captive animals. On one hand, captivity can provide a safe and comfortable home for animals that would otherwise be unable to survive in the wild. For example, zoo animals have access to food and shelter, and they are protected from predators and other dangers. Captive breeding programs can … Read more
Utilitarianism is a philosophical theory that holds that the best action is the one that produces the greatest good for the greatest number of people. Utilitarians believe that morality should be based on the consequences of an action, not on the intentions of the actor. This means that if an act results in more good … Read more
All Quiet on the Western Front is a novel set during World War I, written by Erich Maria Remarque. The novel follows the story of Paul Baumer, a young German soldier who fight in the trenches and experiences the horrors of war. One of the most important characters in the novel is Katczinsky, an older … Read more
Hamlet and Fortinbras are both characters in Shakespeare’s Hamlet. Hamlet is the son of the late King Hamlet, and Fortinbras is the son of the late King of Norway. Hamlet is a very complex character who struggles with indecision and doubt. Fortinbras, on the other hand, is a much simpler character who is driven by … Read more
Edgar Allan Poe is known for his dark, gothic tales of mystery and suspense. One of his most famous stories is The Cask Of Amontillado, in which a man takes revenge on his enemy by trapping him in a wine cask and leaving him to die. The story is filled with suspense and psychological tension, … Read more
Dead White Males is a play by David Williamson. It was first performed in Sydney in 1990. The play is a satire on the Australian academic and political establishment. It focuses on a group of academics who are struggling to come to terms with the death of one of their colleagues, a white male. The … Read more
Robert Frost’s poem Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening is one of the most well-known and loved American poems. The poem is about a man who takes a moment to stop and enjoy the beauty of the winter landscape, even though he has somewhere else he needs to be. The speaker in the poem … Read more
Brave New World is a satirical novel written by Aldous Huxley. The book was published in 1932 and it addresses the themes of technological progress, social hierarchy, and dystopian society. The story takes place in a future world where all people are born into predetermined social classes and they are conditioned to accept their roles … Read more
In Shooting an Elephant, George Orwell discusses the time he was stationed in Burma as a police officer and was ordered to shoot an elephant that had gone “mad.” He wrestles with the decision, knowing that if he doesn’t shoot the elephant, he will be seen as weak and would lose the respect of his … Read more
The Great Gatsby is a novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald that was published in 1925. The story takes place in 1922, and follows Jay Gatsby as he pursues his love, Daisy Buchanan. The novel is set in Long Island and New York City. One of the central themes of The Great Gatsby is moral responsibility. … Read more
In his poem To His Coy Mistress, Andrew Marvel uses sound to great effect, employing a wide range of techniques to create an engaging and memorable poem. The poem begins with a description of the speaker’s love for the mistress, using alliteration to create a strong sense of emotion: “Had we but world enough, and … Read more
The Breakfast Club is a 1985 American comedy-drama film written and directed by John Hughes. The film stars Emilio Estevez, Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson, Molly Ringwald, and Ally Sheedy as five high school students who are forced to spend a Saturday in detention. The film was released on February 15, 1985. The Breakfast Club … Read more
James Dickey was a highly influential American poet whose work focused on themes of life, death, and nature. His poems are often dark and violent, examining the darker side of human nature and the primal instincts that drive us. Dickey was born in 1923 in Atlanta, Georgia. He served in the United States Army during … Read more
The character of Jim Burden in My Antonia is one that is easily relatable to readers. He is a young boy who moves from the city to live with his grandparents on their farm. Jim has a lot of curiosity and is eager to learn about the new world he has discovered. He also has … Read more
Pygmalion is a play written by George Bernard Shaw in 1913. The play is a comedy of manners, and tells the story of Professor Henry Higgins, who makes a bet with his friend Colonel Pickering that he can turn Eliza Doolittle, a Cockney flower girl, into a duchess in six months. Pygmalion was made into … Read more
The Glass Menagerie is a play by Tennessee Williams that was first performed in 1944. The play tells the story of a family living in St. Louis in 1937. The family is made up of Tom, the son, and his mother Amanda, as well as Amanda’s daughter Laura. The play focuses on Laura, who is … Read more
Andrew Jackson was the seventh president of the United States. He was born in 1767 and died in 1845. Andrew Jackson is considered one of the most influential presidents in American history. He is most famous for his role in the Battle of New Orleans during the War of 1812. Andrew Jackson was also responsible … Read more
“The Black Cat” is a short story by Edgar Allan Poe that was first published in 1843. The story is about a man who, after killing his wife, becomes increasingly paranoid and starts to believe that his cat is trying to kill him. The man eventually murders his cat and is subsequently arrested and executed. … Read more
In 1984, George Orwell wrote a novel that depicted a society in which the government is all-powerful and controls the lives of its citizens. The citizens are kept in line through strict rules and surveillance, and any hint of rebellion is squashed immediately. In such a society, it would be easy for the government to … Read more
Aeneas, the titular hero of Virgil’s The Aeneid, is a complex and compelling character. He is a man with a strong sense of duty who is forced to make difficult choices throughout the course of the epic poem. Aeneas is first introduced in Book 2 of The Aeneid as the son of Anchises and Venus. … Read more
Washington Irving and Edgar Allan Poe are two of the most well-known Romantic era writers. They were both born in 1809 and both died in 1849. However, they had very different writing styles. Washington Irving is best known for his short stories, such as “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” and “Rip Van Winkle”. He was … Read more
The Devil and Tom Walker is a story written by Washington Irving. The story is about the devil and a man named Tom Walker. The devil makes a deal with Tom Walker where he will give him wealth and power in exchange for his soul. Tom Walker agrees to the deal and becomes wealthy. However, … Read more
Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman is a tragic play that examines the American Dream and its limitations. The play follows the life of Willy Loman, a salesman who has devoted his life to achieving the American Dream. However, Willy’s version of the American Dream is based on illusions and lies, and he eventually realizes … Read more
Truman Capote’s “A Christmas Memory” is a heartwarming story about the bond between a young boy and his elderly cousin. The story is set during the Depression era, and focuses on the simple pleasures that the two enjoy during Christmastime. Capote was born in 1924, and spent much of his childhood living with relatives in … Read more
Othello is a tragedy written by William Shakespeare, and it focuses on the destructive power of jealousy. Othello is a Moor who has achieved great success in Venice, and he is married to Desdemona. Othello’s trusted advisor, Iago, becomes consumed with jealousy when Othello promotes Cassio to lieutenant instead of him. Iago hatches a plot … Read more
The ancient Greeks were a materialistic people. This is most evident in the work of Democritus, who believed that everything in the world was composed of tiny, indivisible particles called atoms. For the ancient Greeks, this meant that the only reality was what could be seen and touched. They believed that the soul was not … Read more
Disney is one of the most well-known and influential companies in the world. The Disney Corporation has had a profound effect on society and culture, changing the way we think and feel about certain things. For example, Disney has helped to shape the way we view love and relationships. Their movies often portray love as … Read more
There are many reasons why relationships fail. Often, it is because of communication breakdowns. When couples can’t effectively communicate with each other, they become frustrated and the relationship begins to fall apart. Misunderstandings and resentment can build up over time, and eventually the couple may decide to call it quits. Another reason relationships fail is … Read more
The use of propaganda in advertising is nothing new, but the way it is used has evolved over time. Today, advertisers often use psychological techniques to influence viewers’ attitudes and behavior. This can be done through the use of catchy slogans, persuasive arguments, or emotional appeals. Some common propaganda techniques used in advertising today include: … Read more
The use of animals in experiments is a topic that often sparks strong debate. Animal testing, also known as animal research, involves the use of non-human animals in scientific experiments. The practice has been around for centuries and can be traced back to the 1600s, when William Harvey used live animals to study blood circulation. … Read more
In Othello, Shakespeare uses a variety of imagery to create a vivid picture for the reader. One such example is when Othello imagines Desdemona’s infidelity: “She that was ever fair and happy, And loved and approved by the best persons, Suddenly at her husband’s home infected, A most contagious disease.” (3.3.391-395) Through Othello’s description, we … Read more
The movie Pleasantville is set in the 1950s and follows the lives of two siblings, David and Jennifer, who are transported into the black-and-white world of a sitcom named Pleasantville. The stylistic elements of the movie help to create the overall feeling of nostalgia that is central to the film. One stylistic element that is … Read more
Shakespeare portrays the nature of love in “A Midsummer Nights Dream” as something that is often unpredictable and confusing. The characters in the play are constantly changing their opinions about who they love and why. This can be seen in the way that Titania, Oberon, and Hermia all switch between loving Bottom and hating him … Read more
Both Jane Eyre and The Yellow Wallpaper are stories that explore the psychological effects of isolation. However, while Jane Eyre is a story of empowerment, The Yellow Wallpaper is a story of descent into madness. The narrator of The Yellow Wallpaper is isolated in a room with yellow wallpaper that she gradually comes to see … Read more
Despite being somewhat of an unknown movement, transcendentalism has many benefits that can be enjoyed by anyone. Some of the key benefits of transcendentalism include increased creativity, improved problem solving skills, and a stronger connection to the natural world. One of the main goals of transcendentalism is to encourage individuals to think for themselves and … Read more
William Gibson’s Miracle Worker is a play about a young girl named Helen Keller and her struggle to overcome the obstacles of being blind and deaf. Her teacher, Anne Sullivan, helps her to learn how to communicate and eventually live a normal life. The Miracle Worker is a powerful story of determination and courage, and … Read more
The Victorian Age (or Victorian Era) is the time period in British history that spanned from 1837 to 1901. It is named after Queen Victoria, who ruled during this time. The Victorian Age was a time of great change and progress, as well as conflict and upheaval. Some of the most important developments during the … Read more
The Fall of the House of Usher is a short story by Edgar Allan Poe. The story is about the fall of the house of Usher, and the events that lead up to it. The story is narrated by an unnamed person who tells the story of his visit to the house of Usher, and … Read more
Teenage alcoholism is a serious problem that often goes unnoticed. Alcoholism in teenagers can have serious long-term consequences, both for the individual and for society as a whole. Teenagers frequently drink alcohol because they think it makes them look grown-up or cool. However, alcohol can have a damaging effect on the developing brain of a … Read more
In Fences, by August Wilson, deception is a key theme that is explored. This is most notably seen in the relationships between Troy and his son, Cory, and between Troy and Rose. Troy often deceives Cory by not telling him the truth about his life and what he has done. For example, Troy hides the … Read more
The Devil and Tom Walker is a story by Washington Irving. The story is about a man named Tom Walker who makes a deal with the devil. The devil asks Tom to give him his soul in return for riches. Tom agrees to the deal and becomes very rich. However, the devil always comes to … Read more
In Hamlet, one of Shakespeare’s most renowned tragedies, the protagonist Hamlet experiences a struggle with the Oedipus complex. This conflict arises from Hamlet’s unconscious desire to kill his father and marry his mother. The Oedipus complex is a theory developed by Sigmund Freud that suggests that boys have an unconscious sexual desire for their mothers … Read more
Macbeth is a play by William Shakespeare that is set in Scotland. The story follows Macbeth, who is Thane of Glamis, as he becomes Thane of Cawdor and then King of Scotland. Macbeth is a tragic figure who starts out as a good man, but is corrupted by his own ambition and ends up killing … Read more