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The blog November 2026
Study notes, close readings and exam-focused essays on English literature, literary theory and poetry.
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Athol Fugard, the renowned South African playwright, has long been celebrated for his poignant explorations of human relationships against the backdrop of social and political upheaval. “Have You...
Introduction to Nietzsche’s “Beyond Good and Evil” Friedrich Nietzsche’s seminal work, “Beyond Good and Evil,” published in 1886, stands as a cornerstone of philosophical thought, challenging traditional morality...
And Women Must Weep, by Henry Handel Richardson, provides a harrowing account. The novel opens up in stark contrast against the riveting backdrop of early 20th-century Australian society....
The Knife of Never Letting Go by Patrick Ness delivers an unflinching, heart-pounding, and brilliantly imagined adventure in a dystopian universe where all thoughts are vocalized. This young...
Introduction to “The Palace of Illusions” “The Palace of Illusions” by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni is a mesmerizing retelling of the ancient Indian epic, the Mahabharata, from the perspective...
Introduction to “An Astrologer’s Day” by R.K. Narayan “An Astrologer’s Day” is a captivating short story penned by the renowned Indian author R.K. Narayan, a prominent figure in...
Introduction to “The Blue Umbrella” Book by Ruskin Bond “The Blue Umbrella” book is a beloved novella penned by the renowned Indian author Ruskin Bond. Published in 1980,...
In Anita Desai’s renowned novel, “Fasting Feasting,” the author takes readers on a journey that explores the stark contrasts and unexpected connections between two different cultures. Through the...
Algernon Charles Swinburne’s “A Leave-Taking” stands as a poignant exploration of unrequited love, masterfully crafted to evoke the raw emotions of a spurned admirer. This Victorian-era poem, published...
Religious weddings in England and Wales experienced a dramatic decline from 85% in 1900 to just 39% by 1997, marking a profound shift in British society’s relationship with traditional...