Since prisoners are a part of our society, they should be allowed to vote just like everyone else. This is important because it gives them a voice and a say in the decisions that affect their lives. It also helps to keep them connected to the community, which can aid in their rehabilitation. Critics of … Read more
What is love? This is perhaps one of the most asked questions throughout history. Love is a feeling that we all experience at some point in our lives, but what does it really mean? There are many different interpretations of love, but one common thread is that love is a deep emotion felt between two … Read more
Macbeth is a play by William Shakespeare about a warrior who commits three great crimes. The first crime is that Macbeth murders the king in order to take his place on the throne. The second crime is that Macbeth kills Duncan’s son, Malcolm, in order to prevent him from taking the throne. The third crime … Read more
The Catcher In The Rye is a novel written by J.D. Salinger. The title of the book has a deep connection to the story. The main character, Holden Caulfield, sees himself as The Catcher in the Rye. He is trying to protect children from growing up and making the same mistakes he did. The story … Read more
Nathaniel Hawthorne was an American writer who is best known for his novels and short stories. Many of Hawthorne’s works feature reoccurring themes and symbols, which help to give insight into the author’s thoughts and views on different topics. One of the most common themes in Hawthorne’s work is that of sin and redemption. This … Read more
Teenage depression is a serious mental health condition that can cause significant problems in a teenager’s life. Teenagers who are depressed may feel sad, hopeless, and worthless, and they may lose interest in activities they used to enjoy. Depression can also lead to problems at school, with friends, and in relationships. Depression is not just … Read more
Julius Caesar is a play by William Shakespeare that explores the theme of power and its abuse. Julius Caesar is a powerful ruler who is eventually betrayed and assassinated by his own friends and colleagues. The play raises important questions about the nature of power and how it can be abused. Julius Caesar is a … Read more
Wuthering Heights is a novel by Emily Brontë. The novel centers around the love story of Heathcliff and Catherine Earnshaw, and their families. Wuthering Heights is considered to be a classic example of a Romantic novel. Wuthering Heights, a Romance novel written by Emily Bronte, is representative of many aspects of Romanticism. The Industrial Revolution … Read more
Throughout Jane Eyre, Charlotte Bronte uses the weather to reflect the mood of her characters and to advance the plot. The novel opens during a cold, dreary winter, which mirrors Jane’s feelings of loneliness and isolation. The weather improves when Jane goes to Lowood School, signifying the positive changes in her life. However, Jane’s happiness … Read more
Revenge is a theme that is prevalent in Wuthering Heights, written by Emily Bronte. This is evident through the characters of Heathcliff and Catherine, who are consumed by their desire for revenge against those who have wronged them. Heathcliff in particular is driven to seek vengeance against everyone who has ever hurt him, including Catherine … Read more
“The Raven” is written in a melancholic tone that reflects the sadness of the narrator. The speaker is mourning the death of his beloved Lenore, and the poem is full of dark images and symbolism. “The Raven” itself is a symbol of death and despair, and its constant presence in the poem emphasizes the narrator’s … Read more
Ernest Hemingway’s short story “The Snows of Kilimanjaro” is a critical analysis of the dangers of colonialism. The protagonist, Harry, is a white American who has been living in Africa for many years, and he is acutely aware of the ways in which colonialism has damaged both African society and his own psyche. The story … Read more
The Cheater’s Guide To Love is a Junot Díaz short story about a young boy named Rafa who is caught cheating on his girlfriend. The story follows Rafa as he tries to figure out why he cheated and how to make things right. Rafa is a teenager in love for the first time. He is … Read more
Although After Apple-Picking is one of Robert Frost’s shorter poems, it is nonetheless packed with meaning. The poem reflects on the process of picking apples and the inevitable end that awaits us all. Frost uses vivid images to show the reader the endless cycle of life and death. The apple tree is in bloom, signifying … Read more
A Rose for Emily is a short story by William Faulkner. It was first published in 1930. The story takes place in the fictional town of Jefferson, Mississippi. The narrator is unnamed and speaks in the first person plural (“we”). The story is about the life of Miss Emily Grierson, a wealthy, unmarried woman who … Read more
Death of a Salesman is a 1949 play written by Arthur Miller. It was the recipient of the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and Tony Award for Best Play. The play premiered on Broadway in February 1949, running for 742 performances, and has been revived on Broadway four times, winning three Tony Awards for Best Revival. … Read more
The Realism Movement began in the mid 1800s as a response to Romanticism. The Realists sought to portray life realistically, without embellishment. This often meant including the unpleasant aspects of life, such as poverty and violence. F. Scott Fitzgerald was greatly influenced by the Realist Movement. The Great Gatsby is one of the earliest examples … Read more
Julius Caesar was a Roman politician and general who played a critical role in the events that led to the demise of the Roman Republic and the rise of the Roman Empire. He was also an accomplished orator and author. Julius Caesar was born on July 13, 100 BC, in Rome. He was the son … Read more
Joe Simpson is the protagonist of Touching The Void. Joe is an experienced mountaineer who has climbed some of the world’s most difficult peaks. Joe’s goal in life is to climb all of the world’s Seven Summits, and he has already climbed six of them. Joe is a very determined person, and he is willing … Read more
The Road Not Taken is a poem by Robert Frost that has been interpreted in multiple ways over the years. The literal meaning of the poem is about two roads diverging in a yellow wood, and the speaker choosing one road over the other. The figurative meaning of the poem, however, is more complex and … Read more
Voltaire’s Candide is a humorous novel that was written in the 18th century. The story follows the adventures of Candide, who is constantly optimistic despite the many trials and tribulations he encounters. The humor in Voltaire’s novel is often dark and satirical, and it serves to poke fun at the shortcomings of society. Voltaire’s novel … Read more
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