In a writers essay, one can cover a specific piece of literature or the entire creation of a given writer. In such essays, students identify themes, motifs, symbols, key messages, stylistic devices, describe or compare characters, their traits and personal conflicts, reveal personal reactions, their interpretation and attitude towards the ...Read More
In a writers essay, one can cover a specific piece of literature or the entire creation of a given writer. In such essays, students identify themes, motifs, symbols, key messages, stylistic devices, describe or compare characters, their traits and personal conflicts, reveal personal reactions, their interpretation and attitude towards the written piece. When focusing on the entire creation of chosen writers, the typical characteristics of their style are uncovered along with the unique and original elements that set it apart. Additionally, the sources of inspiration, the influences, the evolution in time are analyzed. Review the essay samples below on certain writers and their works – pay attention to the topics, content organization, approaches to writing, etc.
Introduction In Act 1, Scene 3, Shakespeare introduces Juliet onstage as an obedient child to her mother when she advertises the idea of marriage to the County Paris, and to her father in Act 1 , Scene 2. The scene inaugurates Lord Capulet as a...
Introduction Urim and Thummim falling out of Santiago’s pocket show the force pushing him to make his own decisions. Although Melchizedek gives these stones to Santiago, the true meaning of them is not solely in their physical presence. Rather, they symbolize the constant guidance Santiago...
Introduction Throughout history, attempts in repeating the past have been a prominent and an ordinary action taken upon many individuals/countries. For instance, acts of genocide (such as the Cambodian Genocide) were more frequent following one of the first genocides known as the Holocaust. Although their...
Introduction The central themes explored in the tragedy Othello encompass gender and race, shedding light on Othello’s evolving perceptions and revealing the constraints he faces. These themes extend to the other characters who often hold unrealistic ideals, resulting in relational challenges and decisions that culminate...
Introduction ‘What kind of guy inhabits this poem? What is his notion of the good life or the good place? What does he conceal from the reader? What does he conceal even from himself?’; these are the questions W.H. Auden would ask himself when reading...
Introduction Very often, novels have become a reflection of the anxieties, ideas, and advances that have marked the period of time in which their authors have written them. This is the result of the social and cultural atmosphere in which the author was immersed and...
Introduction Theme of gender is one of the central themes in the play, highlighting the complexities of gender roles in Much Ado About Nothing. Shakespeare challenges the conventional role of women in a patriarchal society in which men must be dominant whereas women are the...
Introduction In the book The Alchemist, there is a lot of underlying themes and messages to grasp from it. But I think that the biggest theme and message in The Alchemist is to keep dreaming and carry out those dreams, especially in the pursuit of...
Introduction Mrs. Dalloway is a story that tells us about the life and intricacies of an upper class woman named Clarissa Dalloway through one day in her life. The novel starts with Clarissa buying flowers in order to prepare to host a party in the...
Introduction In the wake of World War I, the early 20th century presented a turning point in history for feminism and women’s representation in English culture and society. Between the first wave of privileged women granted the right to vote in 1918 and the vote...
Meaning of To Kill a Mockingbird The title of the novel To Kill A Mockingbird means to punish something that does not deserve to be punished, reflecting the central theme of injustice. For example, when Miss Maudie said, “Mockingbirds don’t do one thing but make...
Introduction Ordinarily referred to as simple dividing lines, boundaries are commonly used metaphors in novels. Boundaries are set by society or individuals. They define who people truly are including their desires, fears, and limits. They can range from physical and psychological to social and racial....
Act 2 scene 1 of Macbeth is an important turning point in the play, revealing the intricate web of emotions and motives driving Macbeth’s actions. It is when he is driven by immense anger, coupled with the seeds of betrayal in Macbeth. The elements of...
Transformation in Fall of House of Usher In “The Fall of House Of Usher” Edgar Allan Poe describes how tortured characters go through transformation throughout the tale. First, Lady Madeline is going thru transformation at the same time as she comes once more to lifestyles...
Introduction Is it easier to rely on others for things you don’t think you can achieve yourself? For many people, relying on others is much more convenient than trying to achieve those same things independently. In our world today, people rely on others all the...
Introduction Shakespeare’s play Macbeth is an old piece about avoidance and betrayal in Macbeth. Lady Macbeth, Ruler Duncan, Mac Duff, and Malcolm are the foremost important individuals in this play. These characters have their contrasts and stories. Macbeth is seen as a genuine war saint...
Introduction If everyone were to respect people’s different views of the world and would be kind to one another, the world would be a much more peaceful place and you wouldn’t see people treating others wrongly, this idea is often portrayed in literature. In To...
Introduction In Shakespeare’s works, loyalty is a very prominent theme. It is what makes a character across many works a catalyst that pushes each story. In the sixteenth century, a construct that was upheld greatly. ‘Striking is the degree to which subservience and a sense...
Introduction Life is a tough journey full of many hardships and obstacles. One may question themselves on what exactly the meaning of life is and why it can be so cruel sometimes. Still, there seems to be no precise answers to these fundamental questions. Everyone...