Introduction A prolific writer of poetry, short stories, and non-fiction in the first half of the 20th century, Dorothy Parker made her name as much as a witty social commentator as she did as an author. Her witty criticisms are well-known and still read today. Dorothy Parker was known as one of the most famous […]
Month: November 2022
How does the theme of “The Tide Rises the Tide Falls” develop as the poem moves forward?
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow wrote this poem, “The Tide Rises, the Tide Falls,” in the 19th century, giving it an artistic expression. Henry wrote this poem about the recurring cycle of life. But how does the theme of “the tide rises, the tide falls” develop as the poem moves forward. This is the question that demands […]
Claude McKay’s Biography
Introduction Claude McKay was born in Jamaica in 1889 to formerly enslaved people and worked most of his life as an activist, novelist, and poet. As one of the most prominent Black figures during the Harlem Renaissance, he used his works as a platform to express his support of anti-colonialism movements worldwide, including communism. During […]
Why Langston Hughes Is Famous?
Introduction Langston Hughes was a famous poet and writer of the Harlem Renaissance. He was born into poverty in Joplin, Missouri, on February 1st, 1902, to James Nathaniel and Minnie Lou Grant Hughes. His father died when he was still a boy. He spent much of his childhood moving around with family members. Still, he […]
The Intriguing Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie
The year was 1926, and Agatha Christie had just published her first novel, The Mysterious Affair at Styles, which introduced detective Hercule Poirot and helped to establish Christie as one of the best crime writers in history. The novel also featured an intriguing mystery that led to one of the most famous literary controversies of […]
How Many Books Did Agatha Christie Write?
Introduction Agatha Christie was one of the most prolific writers of the 20th century. She wrote spectacular mystery novels that have been translated into more than 40 languages and even adapted into film and television on multiple occasions. Though she has been in the public eye since her debut novel, The Mysterious Affair at Styles, published […]
And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie
And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie might be one of the most chilling books ever written. The plot follows 10 people who have been mysteriously invited to an island by an unknown host only known as U. N. Owen, who intends to kill them one-by-one over the course of 10 days via a […]
What is Langston Hughes saying in his poem “I Too?”
Introduction The Langston Hughes poem “I, too,” was originally published in 1940 and addresses the topic of racism in America. The poem’s first stanza begins with the phrase I, too, sing America and then continues on to describe life as an African American living in America throughout history. The poem contains many metaphors that highlight […]
A True Love Lasts
Is your mind tired of hovering around the conventional ideas about love? Do you want to dive into the exciting sea of love, then this treat is for you. Recently released from City Limit Publishing, A True Love Lasts, is the third volume of a collection, Through Loving Words. This exciting book takes the reader […]
“Fame is a Bee” by Emily Dickenson Analysis
Introduction “Fame is a Bee” is a short and meaningful poem written by Emily Dickenson, a phenomenal American poet, and writer. This short poem compares fame to a bee, implying fame does not last long. Instead, it keeps on moving like a bee. Fame is used as an extended metaphor, comparing a bee’s characteristics to […]