Why might a commercial use a literary device such as repetition when advertising a product? Have you ever paid attention to this significant question? It may seem odd or not related to your life. However, it could influence the...
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Reading literary criticism can help us learn new perspectives on our favourite books. Also, it gives us new insights into the works of lesser-known authors we just discovered. Citing a literary criticism can seem like an intimidating task. But,...
The poem, “Flying at night” by Ted Kooser, an American writer, is a fantastic read. It presents the earth as a star and an object hovering over the city. First published in 2005, the poem presents planet earth from...
An epic poem is a long narrative poem. It usually revolves around serious subject containing heroic deeds and events significant to a culture or nation. Epics poems are not only read but also performed mainly across the globe. This article intends...
What is Poetry?
From powerful descriptions to rhythmic tone, poetry encompasses musical quality that lures the audience. But to deeply understand poetry, one needs to examine it closely and systematically- unpacking every element to figure out the exact meaning of...
Meanings of Foreshadowing
Foreshadowing is a literary technique that uses hints or clues to suggest events that will occur later in a story. It can be used to build suspense, create a sense of mystery, or give readers a sense...
How do the Duke and Duchess differ in Robert Browning's poem My Last Duchess? This question often comes up when you read Browning’s poem, My Last Duchess that was published in 1844 in his collection of poems entitled Dramatic...
Chinua Achebe was an influential Nigerian author who wrote the novel Things Fall Apart, which is considered a classic of African literature. The novel tells the story of Okonkwo, a strong and respected leader in a traditional Igbo community...
Analysis of "The Bells"
Edgar Allan Poe was a master of the macabre, and his poem "The Bells" is no exception. The poem, originally published in 1849, is a classic example of Poe’s use of onomatopoeia, symbolism, and alliteration to...
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The term postmodernism can be difficult to define. That's because it emerged from modernism, and the two are often used interchangeably in literature discussions, criticism, and analysis. Postmodernism encompasses the use of techniques that were pioneered by modernist authors,...
