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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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Introduction “A Fine Balance,” a novel by Rohinton Mistry, is a profound exploration of life in India during the Emergency of 1975-1977. Mistry weaves together the lives of...
“Five-Twenty” by Patrick White is a compelling narrative that delves into the themes of routine, change, and perception versus reality. Through the daily lives of Ella and Royal...
Introduction “Diamond Boy” by Michael Williams is a powerful novel that delves into the harrowing realities of diamond mining in Zimbabwe. Through the eyes of a young protagonist,...
Introduction Anita Desai’s “Fire on the Mountain” is a haunting and introspective novel that explores themes of isolation, generational conflict, and the intersection of nature and human emotion....
Introduction Margaret Atwood’s “The Edible Woman,” published in 1969, is a pioneering work of feminist literature that delves into the complexities of identity, gender roles, and societal expectations....
What is Representation of the Other in English Literature Postcolonial literature critically examines the effects of colonialism on cultures and societies, particularly focusing on the experiences of those...
Modernist Poetry of Eliot T.S. Eliot, one of the most influential poets of the 20th century, revolutionized the landscape of modernist poetry. His work is known for its...
The Industrial Revolution (about 1760–1840) changed English literature deeply, from the Romantic poets' protest against factories to Victorian "condition of England" novels by Dickens and Gaskell.
Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice: Feminist literary criticism is an approach that seeks to understand and analyze literature through the lens of gender dynamics, highlighting the representation of...
William Blake, a seminal figure in the Romantic era, is renowned for his visionary and often controversial poetry. Born in 1757 in London, William Blake’s work is characterized...