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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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Cho Nam-joo’s “Kim Jiyoung Born 1982” burst onto the literary scene in 2016, becoming a cultural phenomenon in South Korea and sparking intense debates about gender inequality. This...
Sebastian Barry, an acclaimed Irish playwright, novelist, and poet, has consistently explored the complexities of Irish history and identity throughout his career. “A Long Long Way,” published in...
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Errol John, a Trinidadian playwright and actor, crafted a powerful exploration of post-colonial life in his seminal work, “Moon on a Rainbow Shawl.” First performed in 1958, this...
Morris Lurie, an Australian author known for his wit and humor, penned “My Greatest Ambition” as a short story that delves into the realm of childhood aspirations and...
Jean-Paul Sartre, a towering figure in 20th-century philosophy and literature, published “Nausea” (La Nausée) in 1938, marking a significant moment in the development of existentialist thought. This novel,...
"Boxes" is a poem by Sampurna Chattarji about crowded city life. Through a woman living in a tiny one-room flat in Mumbai, the poem shows how cramped space shapes people's bodies, routines and feelings.
W. H. Auden, one of the most influential poets of the 20th century, crafted “The Capital” as a powerful commentary on modern urban life and societal values. This...
Introduction William Kent Krueger, renowned for his Cork O’Connor mystery series, ventures into standalone fiction with “This Tender Land,” a poignant coming-of-age novel set against the backdrop of...
Mukesh K Sharma, an emerging voice in contemporary Indian poetry, offers a haunting glimpse into the psyche of a returning soldier in his poem “Homecoming,” from the 2024...