Discuss the background of the speech “Gettysburg Address”. Or, describe the reasons for the speech “Gettysburg Address”. Introduction: The background of “Gettysburg Address” is historic, humanitarian, inspirational, and based on national interest. This address is considered to be one of…
Discuss Nelson Mandela’s contribution to establishing democracy in South Africa. Or, discuss Nelson Mandela as a political leader. Discuss the role of Mandela as a freedom fighter. Introduction: Nelson Mandela (1918-2013) is an unforgettable black leader of South Africa who…
How is the world of mankind contrast with that of the Nightingale in “Ode to a Nightingale”? Introduction: The world of mankind is vastly different from that of the world of Nightingale in “Ode to a Nightingale” (1819) by John…
The Sun Also Rises Writer: Ernest Hemingway (1899-1961) Title: The Sun Also Rises Allusive significance of the title: The title of the novel comes from the quotation from the bible that suggests nature always regenerates as each generation falls. Time…
The Sun Also Rises Writer: Ernest Hemingway (1899-1961) Title: The Sun Also Rises Allusive significance of the title: The title of the novel comes from the quotation from the bible that suggests nature always regenerates as each generation falls. Time…
Write a note on the death scene of the elephant. Introduction: In George Orwell’s essay “Shooting an Elephant,” the author describes a vivid death scene of an elephant. By the act of killing the elephant, Orwell portrays the evil and…
Middle English Period (1066 – 1500) ——————————————————————————————- The Middle English Period begins with the Norman Conquest in 1066 and ends in 1500. There are two ages from 1066 to 1340 which is called the Anglo-Norman Period and from 1340 to…
“Kubla Khan is a product of sheer fancy”—Discuss. Or, Analyse Kubla Khan is a dream poem Introduction: “Kubla Khan” is a poem written by Samuel Taylor Coleridge (1772 – 1834) in 1797. It is considered one of the greatest examples…
what is imperialism? Discuss Orwell’s attitude towards imperialism. Introduction: Imperialism is the process of expanding power and influence by a strong nation over a weaker nation. The word imperialism originated from the Latin word ‘imperium’ which means supreme power. So,…
Discuss the allegorical significance of the poem “The Rime of the Ancient Mariner.” Introduction: “The Rime of the Ancient Mariner” is the most wonderful work of S T Coleridge (1772-1834). The poem is based on the theme of a crime…
Comment on the treatment of nature in Wordsworth’s “Tintern Abbey.” Introduction: Nature was a living soul to Wordsworth (1770-1750). Wordsworth’s observation of nature is different from John Keats who observes nature with physical and sensuous beauty. But Wordsworth observes nature…
Write on Blake’s use of symbolism. Introduction: William Blake (1757-1827) is the senior poet of the Romantics. He was at the same time a painter and poet. He is famous and acclaimed basically for symbols and mysticism. There is hardly…
Comment on Blake’s treatment of childhood with reference to his poems. Introduction: The most interesting aspect of William Blake’s poetry is that he tries to explore the psychological truth of life. He observes that there are two contrary statuses in…
How did Jim and Della prove their love for each other? Or, How is love treated in the story “The Gift of the Magi”? Introduction: “The Gift of the Magi” is a classic short story by O’ Henry that explores…
Beloved Key Information: Author: Toni Morrison (1931-2019) Published Date: “Beloved” was published in 1987. Genre: “Beloved” is a historical fiction novel. Narration Perspective: The novel is primarily narrated in the third-person omniscient perspective, with occasional shifts to first-person and second-person…
Seize the Day Key Information: Author: Saul Bellow (1915 – 2005) Published Date: “Seize the Day” was first published in 1956. Genre: The novella belongs to the genre of literary fiction. Time Setting: The story takes place over the course…
The Hairy Ape Key Information : Place Setting: The story takes place in various locations, including a transatlantic ocean liner, the stokehole of a steamship, and the streets of New York City. Themes: Some of the key themes explored in…
Young Goodman Brown The key concept of the story: Author: Nathaniel Hawthorne (1804-1864), an American novelist, dark romantic, and short story writer. Published date: 1835 Genre: Allegorical short story Time setting: 17th-century Puritan time of New England. Place setting: Salem…