Essays on Literary Genres

1844

Maya Angelou and Her Poem I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings

4 pages / 1663 words

Introduction Maya Angelou, a prominent writer and renowned civil rights activist, left an indelible mark on the world through her unwavering commitment to her beliefs, unyielding perseverance, and unwavering optimism. Her multifaceted talents encompassed various domains, making her an iconic figure in literature, the arts,...

I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings Joseph Campbell Poetry

1845

Freedom as The Main Message in I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou

2 pages / 753 words

Maya Angelou: A Life of Resilience and Expression Maya Angelou was born according to the Poetry Foundation, “in Marguerite Johnson in St. Louis, Missouri on April 4th, 1928. She was a female African-American poet, storyteller, activist, and autobiographer. Her poem “Caged Bird” was written in...

I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings Joseph Campbell Poetry

1846

Analysis of The Poem I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou

2 pages / 905 words

“I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings” was written by Maya Angelou and has the same title as her autobiography. As a result, it is clear that this title had great significance to Angelou. Angelou is a Black American who grew up in the South...

I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings Joseph Campbell Poetry

1847

"The Call of The Wild" by Jack London: The Strongest and Smartest Always Prosper

2 pages / 818 words

Jack London, in his book ‘The call of the wild’, portrays, that the strongest, smartest, and the one who is not shy of compromising their morals in the wilderness, will always prosper. In this novel, Buck, the protagonist, a Saint Bernard/ scotch shepherd mix, is...

Book Review Call of The Wild Novel

1848

Analysis of Gothic Elements in The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson

2 pages / 911 words

Shirley Jackson’s “The Haunting of Hill House” is a classic of the horror genre, renowned for its eerie atmosphere and intricate exploration of psychological terror. At its core, the novel is a prime example of Gothic literature, characterized by its dark and foreboding settings, psychological...

Gothic Literature Novel The Haunting of Hill House

1849

The Fame of Death in A. E. Housman's to an Athlete Dying Young

2 pages / 838 words

Fame has long been a captivating facet of human society, yet its manifestations and implications have evolved significantly over time. In the contemporary era, with the pervasive influence of social media, reality TV, and the instantaneous connectivity facilitated by platforms like Instagram and Twitter, the...

Literature Review Poetry To An Athlete Dying Young

1850

To an Athlete Dying Young by A. E. Housman as an Everlasting Classic

2 pages / 920 words

One of the most impactful elegies written is, “To an Athlete Dying Young” by A. E. Housman. This poem forces the reader to think about their own life and if it were to slip away in an untimely manner. When reading this poem, it is...

Literature Review Poetry To An Athlete Dying Young

1851

Literary Analysis of to an Athlete Dying Young by A.e. Housman

1 page / 561 words

The poem “To An Athlete Dying Young” by A.E. Housman, is an overall melancholy poem that expresses the notion that a premature death can be beneficial to successful athletes. The speaker utilizes a rhyme scheme, tone and symbolism to imply that it is better to...

Literature Review Poetry To An Athlete Dying Young

1852

Literary Analysis of "To an Athlete Dying Young" by A.e. Housman

1 page / 640 words

“To An Athlete Dying Young” by A.E. Housman is a powerful poem that communicates that an athlete has died a winner and the author displays death in a positive light. The writer A.E. Housman shows a fondness for this athlete. This man doesn’t die a...

Literature Review Poetry To An Athlete Dying Young

1853

Plot Summary of Wilson Rawls’ Where The Red Fern Grows

2 pages / 926 words

Where the Red Fern Grows is a very good book. I would rate this book a 9/10 because it was super interesting but there were a few parts that were very confusing and boring. It was about a boy named Billy and his 2 hunting...

Book Review Novel Where The Red Fern Grows

1854

Review of The Book Where The Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls

2 pages / 807 words

Where the Red Fern Grows is a children’s autobiographical fiction novel wrote by Wilson Rawls, published in 1961. The story is about a boy and his two Redbone Coonhounds, whom he saves up for, and trains for hunting. The book takes place in the 1920s...

Book Review Novel Where The Red Fern Grows

1855

Reading Reflection on Where The Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls

1 page / 529 words

After reading “Where the Red Fern Grows” I thought it was an amazing book. The place where the book took place was in the rugged Ozark mountains in a beautiful valley. That is where he lived in the book. Also, the story has a plentiful...

Book Review Novel Where The Red Fern Grows

1856

Analysis of The Main Themes in Where The Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls

3 pages / 1420 words

In Wilson Rawls novel, Where the Red Fern Grows, several underlying themes construct a timeless, American classic. The themes of determination, love, and sacrifice each come together to impact the audience in an emotional way. In the novel, the author presents a young boy who...

Book Review Novel Where The Red Fern Grows

1857

Patriarchy in 'Purple Hibiscus' by Adichie

4 pages / 1835 words

In the acclaimed novel “Purple Hibiscus” composed by Nigerian feminist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, the narrative is dominated by the themes of systematic silence and abuse. The Achike family unit involved father Eugene, mother Beatrice, girl Kambili and child Jaja, is constantly brimming with calm pressure....

Book Review Novel Purple Hibiscus

1858

Multiplicity of Voices in Purple Hibiscus by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

5 pages / 2338 words

Abstract Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s Purple Hibiscus is discussed here as a dialogic novel, with a focus on multiple consciousness and the multi-voiced perspective of the characters, and the interpretation of the characters and the novel based on the ensuing consciousnesses. Bakhtin’s idea of dialogism and...

Novel Purple Hibiscus Voice

1859

Analysis of Symbolism in Purple Hibiscus by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

2 pages / 1239 words

Introduction The novel, Purple Hibiscus uses many types of symbolism to express Papa’s abusive behavior towards his wife and children. Within the novel, there are many symbols being used to help develop the novel, in the text; the four major ones being Love Sip Tea,...

Novel Purple Hibiscus Symbolism

1860

Purple Hibiscus by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie as an Example of a Literary Canon

3 pages / 1439 words

Originating from the Latin word “rule”, a canon is a standard of judgement for ecclusiastical laws based on an accepted set of religious texts. Purple Hibiscus, a novel written by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, is a perfect example of a literary canon considering that Adichie analyzes...

Literature Review Novel Purple Hibiscus

1861

Review of The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas by Ursula Le Guin

1 page / 483 words

In this amazing short story, “The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas”, by Ursula Le Guin. It is all about a society, that has a perfect image of itself and its people. However, there is a dark and twisted secret, a child that sacrifices its...

Literature Review Short Story The Ones Who Walk Away From Omelas

1862

Analysis of Storytelling in The One Who Walk Away from Omelas by Ursula K. Le Guin

2 pages / 783 words

The Tale of Omelas The tale of ‘The One Who Walks Away from Omelas’ is composed by Ursula K. Le Guin. The story opens with the depiction of a perfect city, Omelas, a brilliant place by the ocean, with residents celebrating festivals. The harbor sparkled...

Literature Review Short Story The Ones Who Walk Away From Omelas