Looking at the characters, settings and plot devices used in both A Streetcar Named Desire and The Glass Menagerie, it’s clear that there are some similarities between the two plays. However, there are also some key differences that make each stand out as its own unique work. Starting with the characters, Blanche Dubois from A … Read more
Eleven is a short story by Sandra Cisneros that tells the tale of a young girl’s coming of age. The story is set in the suburbs of Chicago, and the protagonist is a Hispanic girl named Rachel. Eleven is written in first person point of view, which allows readers to see events through Rachel’s eyes. … Read more
Animal Farm is a novel written by George Orwell. The story is about the rise of the Soviet Union and the rebellion against it. Animal Farm is an allegory, which means that the characters and events are symbols of real-world events. Animal Farm is a critique of the Soviet Union and its policies. George Orwell’s … Read more
Iago is one of the most interesting characters in Othello, by William Shakespeare. He is a complex character, who is driven by jealousy and revenge. Iago is also a master manipulator, who is able to control those around him. Othello trusts Iago, even though he knows that Iago is not to be trusted. Iago uses … Read more
The Importance of Being Earnest is a play written by Oscar Wilde. The play revolves around the idea of double lives, and the complications that can arise from living a false life. The main character, Jack, leads a double life as Ernest, which causes all sorts of chaos and confusion. The play is a humorous … Read more
Conflict is a central theme in A Raisin in the Sun, a play by Lorraine Hansberry. The play tells the story of the Younger family, who are struggling to make ends meet. They are offered the opportunity to move into a white neighborhood, but they are not sure if they should take it. This decision … Read more
One of the most important aspects of The Great Gatsby is the symbolism that is used throughout the novel. In particular, Fitzgerald uses symbolism to represent houses and cars. The houses in The Great Gatsby can be seen as symbols of the American Dream. The most impressive and expensive house in the novel belongs to … Read more
The role of the gods in The Iliad is a complex one. On the one hand, the gods are often portrayed as being petty and spiteful, meddling in human affairs for their own amusement. On the other hand, they are also shown as being capable of great wisdom and understanding, able to see things that … Read more
The novel The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway is a story about a fisherman, Santiago, and his journey to catch a fish. The fish he catches is a marlin, which is one of the largest fish in the ocean. The journey and the fight to catch the marlin are metaphors for the … Read more
Macbeth is one of Shakespeare’s most well-known tragedies. The story revolves around Macbeth’s descent into madness, brought on by his own ambition and Lady Macbeth’s manipulation. Macbeth is a classic example of how power can corrupt even the most honorable of men. Lady Macbeth is often cited as the true villain of the play, as … Read more
A Farewell to Arms is a novel written by Ernest Hemingway. The novel tells the story of Frederic Henry, an American ambulance driver serving in Italy during World War I, and his love affair with Catherine Barkley. A Farewell to Arms is considered one of Hemingway’s finest novels and is often cited as one of … Read more
The title of the novel Pride and Prejudice was written by Jane Austen. The novel tells the story of Elizabeth Bennet and her relationships with the five suitors who are vying for her hand in marriage. Pride and Prejudice is a classic novel that has been enjoyed by readers for centuries. The title of Jane … Read more
The Pardoner’s Tale by Geoffrey Chaucer is a story that uses irony to teach a moral lesson. The tale is about three rioters who plan to kill Death in order to avoid their own deaths. The irony is that, in trying to escape death, the rioters actually bring about their own demise. In the end, … Read more
Leadership – Are leaders born or made? Leadership is a topic that has been debated for many years. There are many theories out there about what makes a good leader, and whether leaders are born or made. Some people believe that leadership is a natural quality, and that some people are just born with the … Read more
What is dedication? Dedication is a commitment to a goal or ideal, and it’s what helps us stay focused and driven in achieving our aims. Dedication means being willing to do whatever it takes to reach our goals, and it’s the key to success. There are many different kinds of dedication. Some people are dedicated … Read more
The Veldt by Ray Bradbury is a short story that contains many symbols. The most obvious symbol is the veldt itself, which represents the African savannah. The children in the story, Wendy and Peter, represent innocence and childhood. The adults in the story, George and Lydia, represent maturity and adulthood. The house represents technology and … Read more
Flannery O’Connor’s A Good Man Is Hard To Find is a story that is fraught with tension and suspense. The reader is never quite sure what is going to happen next, and O’Connor uses foreshadowing to great effect to keep the reader guessing. One of the most obvious examples of foreshadowing in the story comes … Read more
The Catcher in the Rye is a novel by J. D Salinger. The novel follows Holden Caulfield, a teenager from New York City, who is expelled from his prep school and then takes a journey around America. The novel deals with themes of teenage angst, alienation, and rebellion. Holden often struggles with these themes and … Read more
The Tempest is one of Shakespeare’s most renowned plays, known for its witty writing and comedic elements. Though often categorized as a tragedy, The Tempest also features several humorous moments that lighten the tone of the play. These moments of humor provide a welcome relief from the play’s more dramatic moments, and help to further … Read more
The poem “The Most of It” by Robert Frost is about making the most of life. The speaker reflects on his life and all that he has done, and how it’s not much in the grand scheme of things. But despite that, he still feels like he has accomplished a great deal. The poem is … Read more
Paper is a short story by Catherine Lim that was published in 1984. The story revolves around a mother and daughter who are struggling to make ends meet. The mother, who is uneducated and illiterate, has to take whatever job she can find in order to support her daughter. However, the jobs are always low-paying … Read more
The Glass Menagerie is a drama written by Tennessee Williams. The play is about the Wingfield family who live in St. Louis, Missouri. The father has gone out west to look for work and the mother is left at home with her son Tom and daughter Laura. The play is full of symbolism which adds … Read more
Othello is a play written by William Shakespeare that was first performed in 1604. Othello tells the story of a Moorish general named Othello, and his tragic downfall at the hands of his wife Desdemona and her secret lover, Iago. Othello is a powerful play freighted with rich imagery, which Shakespeare uses to great effect … Read more
Nathaniel Hawthorne’s Rappaccini’s Daughter is a book rich in symbolism. One of the most prominent symbols in the novel is nature itself. Rappaccini himself is deeply connected to nature, and he uses it as a tool to control and manipulate people. For example, Rappaccini forces Beatrice to stay in his garden, where she is constantly … Read more
Privilege is a book by Shamus Khan that discusses the idea of privilege and how it affects society. The book is divided into three sections, each of which focuses on a different type of privilege: economic, social, and political. Khan argues that privilege is not simply about having more wealth or opportunities than others; it’s … Read more
The Lottery and The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas are two very different stories, but they both explore the dark side of human nature. The Lottery is a story about a small town that holds a lottery every year, and the winner is stoned to death. The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas is … Read more
Parents and children are alike in many ways. They both have feelings, they both need love and care, and they both want to be happy. However, there are also some key ways in which parents and children differ. Parents are usually taller than their children, for example, and they typically have more life experience. Parents … Read more
The Odyssey is an epic poem written by Homer. The poem tells the story of the Greek hero, Odysseus, and his ten-year journey home after the Trojan War. Throughout the poem, Odysseus shows his loyalty to his family, friends, and gods. Odysseus is first shown to be a loyal husband when he resists the advances … Read more
Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. The play is a tragedy, and Macbeth’s tragic flaw is a key element that contributes to the story. Macbeth’s tragic flaw is his ambition, which blinded him to the consequences of his actions. This ultimately led to his downfall. While Macbeth’s ambition may have been his tragic … Read more
“A Rose for Emily” is a short story by William Faulkner that tells the story of Emily Grierson, a woman who lives in isolation and loneliness. The story is set in the fictional town of Jefferson, Mississippi, in the early 20th century. Emily is a member of the town’s upper class, but she is shunned … Read more
It’s no secret that school lunches are often less than desirable. In fact, a lot of students would prefer to go hungry than eat the food their school provides. This is a problem because not only does it mean that kids aren’t getting the nutrition they need, but also because it can lead to them … Read more
Emily Dickinson is known for her poetic works. One of her most famous poems is “Hope” is the Thing With Feathers. The poem is about hope, and how it is the one thing that can never be taken away from someone. Dickinson talks about how hope is like a feather, it can be blown away … Read more
The Merchant of Venice is a play written by William Shakespeare. The play tells the story of Antonio, a merchant who borrows money from Shylock in order to help his friend Bassanio woo Portia. When Antonio can’t repay the loan, Shylock demands that he be given a pound of Antonio’s flesh as payment. The play … Read more
A Midsummer Night’s Dream is one of William Shakespeare’s most famous and well-loved plays. It has been adapted for both the stage and screen, and remains a popular choice for audiences today. The play tells the story of four young lovers who run away into the woods to escape their problems, only to find themselves … Read more
The poem “A Kite is a Victim” by Leonard Cohen contains several literary devices. According to my own research, the author’s main topic is life. Cohen discusses our connections and achievements as we go through life. I believe that the kite is a metaphor for life itself, in terms of its essence . Each of … Read more
Alice Munro’s “Boys and Girls” is a short story about a girl named Delia who reminisces on her childhood. Delia is the youngest of three children, with two brothers. Her father was a strict man who worked as a welder, and her mother was a homemaker. Delia remembers that her parents were very traditional and … Read more
Allusions are references to other pieces of literature or historical events. Invisible Man, by Ralph Ellison, is full of allusions to various books, people, and events. In this essay, I will discuss three specific allusions and what they contribute to the overall story. The first allusion is to the Bible. The Invisible Man is constantly … Read more
A Doll’s House, by Henrik Ibsen, is a play that is full of dramatic irony. The protagonist, Nora Helmer, is a woman who believes that she is living a happy life. However, she is actually living in a false reality that has been created by her husband. Nora is completely unaware of this until the … Read more
Coal is a book of poems written by Audre Lorde. Coal is a collection of poems that center around the speaker’s experiences as a black woman. The speaker often writes about her struggles with racism and sexism. Coal is also a book about hope and resilience. The speaker uses her words to empower herself and … Read more
Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare that tells the story of Macbeth, a Scottish nobleman who is driven to commit murder in order to gain the throne. Macbeth is often referred to as a tragedy because of the many devastating events that take place throughout the play, including death, destruction, and loss. Macbeth … Read more
Elizabethan theater, also known as English Renaissance theater, refers to the style of theater that emerged in England during the Elizabethan era. This period in England’s history is considered to be from 1558 to 1603, when Queen Elizabeth I ruled the country. Elizabethan theater is characterized by its use of spectacle and its focus on … Read more
Teachers are often looked up to as leaders in the community. They play an important role in shaping the minds of children, and helping them grow into responsible adults. Teachers are able to do this by setting an example for their students, and teaching them the importance of leadership. Many people may not realize it, … Read more
William Shakespeare was a master of the English language and is considered one of the greatest authors of all time. His works have been translated into many languages and performed all over the world. Many of his plays contain supernatural elements, which were often used to create suspense or convey a message. Some examples of … Read more
Medea is a play by Euripides that was written in 431 BC. The play tells the story of Medea, a woman who has been scorned by her husband Jason. Medea takes revenge on Jason by killing their children. One of the most interesting aspects of Medea is the way that it challenges traditional gender roles. … Read more
Death of a Salesman is set in the 1950s, a time when the American Dream was still alive and well. Willy Loman, the protagonist, is a salesman who has devoted his life to chasing this dream, but it’s slowly starting to slip away from him. He clings to illusions of the past while reality starts … Read more
Hamlet is one of Shakespeare’s most renowned plays, and its title character has been the subject of much analysis over the years. Hamlet is widely recognized as a tragic hero – but why? Many would say that Hamlet’s tragic flaw is his indecisiveness. Hamlet spends most of the play agonizing over his next move, and … Read more
Shirley Jackson’s “The Lottery” is a story rife with irony. The title itself is an ironic statement, as the lottery is usually associated with winning something positive, like a large sum of money. However, in this story, the lottery is anything but positive – it results in the death of whomever is chosen. This dark … Read more
King Lear is a play written by William Shakespeare. The tragedy King Lear tells the story of King Lear, who is betrayed and suffers great losses. King Lear is a man more sinned against than sinning. He is a good king who is wronged by those he trusts the most. King Lear’s story is one … Read more
Edgar Allan Poe is known for his dark and suspenseful writing style, which often uses symbolism to create a mood or atmosphere. The short story “The Black Cat” is no exception, as the events that take place within it are rife with symbolic meaning. One of the most notable symbols in the story is the … Read more
Sophocles’ Antigone is a tragic play about the struggle between Creon, the king of Thebes, and his niece Antigone. Creon has ordered that anyone who attempts to bury Polynices, Antigone’s brother who was killed in battle, shall be put to death. Antigone defies this order and is arrested. She argues with Creon that it is … Read more