Introduction Elizabeth Bishop's poem 'One Art' is a poignant exploration of loss and the art of mastering it. Through her precise and controlled language, Bishop captures the universal experience of losing and the subsequent attempts to cope with the inevitable. This literary analysis essay will delve into the key themes and literary devices employed by Bishop in 'One Art,' highlighting...
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Amy Tan's short story, "Fish Cheeks," explores the theme of identity and cultural acceptance through the eyes of a young Chinese-American girl named Amy. Set during a Christmas Eve dinner with her American friends, Amy experiences a clash between her Chinese heritage and the desire to fit in with her predominantly white peers. Through the vivid portrayal of her internal...
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Throughout J. R. R. Tolkien's novel ‘The Hobbit’, Bilbo changes significantly as a protagonist which is quite evident in the novel. There are many strong references from the novel that clearly states how Bilbo Baggins used to live before undertaking his first quest with the 13 dwarves. In the start, before the adventure takes place, we see Bilbo as a...
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Shakespeare's ‘The Tempest’ textual converse with Atwood’s ‘Hag-Seed’ examines the gradual descent of power and authority in society, infecting individuals with merciless corruption leading to disastrous consequences. Through the dramatic plot and characters, Shakespeare represents the volatile aspect of the human nature, reflecting the complex issue of power and authority related to the context of rising political power and the...
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Authors may dismantle and reconstruct elements of another text to remodel enduring ideas for new audiences, positioning us to embrace new perspectives, values and contexts. By dismantling and reconstructing the Jacobean drama ‘The Tempest’ (1610), Margaret Atwood is able to imitate William Shakespeare’s timeless ideas, through her postmodern novel ‘Hag-Seed’ (2016), which resonates with ‘The Tempest’ by exploring the ability...
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“Power is in tearing human minds to pieces and putting them together again in new shapes of your own choosing” (Orwell). According to an overview fact sheet released in 2014 by Freedom House, out of all one-hundred ninety-five countries in the world, eighty-eight countries are free, fifty-nine countries are partly free, and unfortunately, forty-eight countries are not free. Considering that...
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Dante’s ‘Inferno’ is an undeniably Christian text, as it catalogs various types of earthly sinners and describes the torments they experience in Hell. The poem is the first part of Dante’s three-part religious project, ‘The Divine Comedy’, which goes on to illustrate Christian Purgatory and Heaven. ‘Inferno’, however, is much more than a mere dramatization of the Christian afterlife. In...
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Betrayal and love are both prevalent themes that are explored frequently, especially together, in plays such as Arthur Miller’s ‘A View from the Bridge’. Betrayal in this play takes many forms, causing people and relationships to break down and change. Love is obvious in all the relationships in the play, but as the play progresses, these relationships change and morph...
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“It’s not in the stars to hold our destiny but in ourselves”. Or is it? In both poems, ‘Fate’ by Emily Dickinson and ‘If’ by Rudyard Kipling, they both agree that we control the path we take in life. In the poem ‘Fate’ it explains a little more on how we control the path we take in life. Despite bearing...
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‘A Dream Within a Dream’ by Edgar Allan Poe is a poem about the loss of love, the heartbreaking sadness that one faces, and the short nature of time. The poem is well known due to Poe’s various poetic devices that have been used to represent the intense context that Poe expresses in this poem. One can easily notice that...
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We describe propaganda as information used to promote a political cause, which is typically biased. Because the telescreens always convey propaganda, they inundate the citizens with information that confuses them. As a result, they cannot formulate anti-government thoughts. We can see its significance clearly in George Orwell's novel ‘1984’. It has a major impact on its readers and it makes...
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The theme of motherhood is a key one in both the novel ‘We Need to Talk About Kevin’ by Lionel Shriver and the collection of poems ‘The World’s Wife’ by Carol Ann Duffy. Motherhood is seen as a key element of the female experience, and both texts explore the connection between motherhood, femininity, and the way in which women navigate...
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Upton Sinclair was a well-known muckraker, and progressive journalist in America who strove to lead reforms by exposing the exploitative nature of institutions and political leaders, The Jungle is a literary example of the muckraker movement. The problem the author identifies in the novel is the harsh working conditions and hostile living situations of immigrants in the United States in...
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Where You Are is Who You Are: Importance of Location in The Great Gatsby Wherever we are from plays a major role in how we act, live, and think. Although we may not think of geography as shaping our personality, it correlates a lot with our identity. From social values and political views to even how we are seen by...
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Introduction Poet, playwright, and Irish nationalist, he was a titan of writing who had a lasting impact on these genres. Yeats, born in 1865, continues to fascinate and inspire readers and academics. Yeats was raised in a literary and artistically rich milieu, and his early interest in poetry and drama provided the groundwork for a career that would influence the...
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Introduction The writings of acclaimed American author and essayist Annie Dillard have had a profound impact on the field of modern literature. She has captivated readers for decades with her lyrical words and astute insights, drawing them into a world where nature, spirituality, and human existence are profoundly and deeply intertwined. Born in 1945, Dillard saw her literary career take...
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Intro With an enduring reputation for his sharp intellect and inventiveness, Oscar Wilde is widely regarded as one of literature’s greatest icons. Through his life, defined by intellect and public scrutiny, and his creations that delight present-day readers, his heritage endures untarnished. Through a thorough analysis of Wilde's work, this essay seeks to understand the immense effect that has been...
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Maya Angelou is an African-American poet and actress. She is a world-famous author. She had a tough life. She was raped at a young age and faced racism in her childhood. These events affect her life later, and it is shown in her work. In her poem 'Woman Work' Maya Angelou talks about how the society forced women into gender...
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Throughout history, women have fought for equality in areas such as politics, religion, careers... Specifically, women fight to be treated with respect and equality in criminal justice and law enforcement careers. The poem ‘I'm ‘Wife’ - I've Finished That’ by Emily Dickinson is analyzed using feminist criticism. Feminist criticism is a type of literary criticism which may study and encourage...
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Despite being composed centuries apart, William Shakespeare’s play ‘Richard III’ (1593) and Al Pacino’s docudrama ‘Looking for Richard’ (1996) provides stark commentary on human nature. Through reimagining and reframing textual aspects, perspectives of power and ambition, and the idea of providentialism and free will are depicted. While both texts explore aligning characterizations of Richard III, the intertextual conversation through different...
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Introduction Ray Bradbury's short story, 'The Veldt,' explores the theme of the detrimental effects of technology on human relationships and the loss of authentic human connection. Set in a futuristic world, the story depicts a family's overreliance on a technologically advanced nursery that ultimately leads to their demise. This essay will delve into the themes of technology, escapism, and the...
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Introduction Rudyard Kipling's short story, "Rikki-Tikki-Tavi," is a captivating tale that explores the themes of bravery and loyalty. Set in colonial India, the story follows the adventures of a young mongoose named Rikki-Tikki-Tavi as he defends his adoptive human family from the treacherous cobras Nag and Nagaina. This theme essay delves into the significance of bravery and loyalty in the...
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Introduction "Fish Cheeks" is a poignant and insightful short story written by Amy Tan, a prominent Chinese-American author. Drawing from her own personal experiences, Tan explores themes of cultural identity, self-acceptance, and the challenges of assimilation. Through vivid descriptions and a powerful narrative voice, Tan invites readers to delve into the complexities of her upbringing and the clash between her...
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Introduction "Acquainted with the Night" is a renowned poem by Robert Frost, published in his collection "West-Running Brook" in 1928. With its evocative imagery and introspective tone, the poem invites readers to delve into the depths of human loneliness and despair. This literary criticism essay will analyze the key elements of "Acquainted with the Night," including its themes, imagery, and...
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Introduction Ernest Hemingway's short story, "A Clean, Well Lighted Place," explores themes of loneliness, existentialism, and the search for meaning in life. This critical essay will compare and contrast the perspectives and interpretations of the story, highlighting different aspects such as symbolism, character analysis, and narrative style. By examining these elements, we can gain a deeper understanding of the story's...
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Introduction Ray Bradbury's short story, "All Summer in a Day," delves into the human experience through the lens of loss and its profound impact on individuals. Set on the rain-soaked planet of Venus, the narrative explores the theme of loss, specifically the loss of childhood innocence, the loss of happiness, and the loss of empathy. Through the story's vivid imagery...
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Let’s dive into the intriguing realm of Amy Tan's novels. If you love getting lost in the pages of a book as relatable as chatting with a friend, you're in for a treat. Tan's writing isn't words on paper; it's like an invitation to explore the intricate threads woven through culture, family, personal identity, and her background. So buckle up...
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If there is a narrative genre on which a lot of preconceived ideas weigh, that is terror. Many people think that both terrifying literature and cinema are not art or, in the best case, it is not important, and that nothing good and even respectable can come from there; that the authors of this genre only set the goal of...
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Leonardo da Vinci was a man who was recognized mostly for his art, and his inventions that rivaled the others in Renaissance but he was also a man who divided his attention to so many other things, he couldn't finish and/or master any of those skills, he never supported anyone in his inventions and helped with war, this is why...
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In this essay, I will be discussing the stylistic techniques used by F. Scott Fitzgerald in the novel The Great Gatsby (Fitzgerald, 1925). The Great Gatsby is a novel that follows the story of Jay Gatsby`s unrequited love for Daisy Buchanan, narrated by Daisy`s cousin, Nick Carraway. Nick acts as the focaliser as well as the narrator in this novel...
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