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 Change is a universal concept that transcends boundaries, as it touches the lives of individuals worldwide. The impact of change is undeniable, whether it is welcomed or imposed upon us. Paulo Coelho, the author of 'The Alchemist,' explores the theme of change in his...
Love and Infatuation in Romeo and Juliet There are a number of strong emotions when it comes to the human psyche, love being one of the strongest in humanity’s arsenal. Love, a very volatile emotion, was a very common theme throughout the Early Modern Period...
Introduction Purple Hibiscus by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is a novel that was set in 1960s Enugu, which is a city in post-colonial Nigeria. The story revolves around Jaja and Kambili. The novel recounts how Kambili endures an abusive father and begins to find herself amongst...
Introduction Feeling utterly alone is one of life’s greatest horrors, a theme which runs through Shelley’s book and the entire Frankenstein series, especially The Bride of Frankenstein. This film is less about the cone-haired “bride” and more about the existential ruination of the monster himself....
Introduction At a young age, you begin to start experiencing who you are, but it isn’t really into later on throughout your life when you can sit on one idea of who you truly are. In the book Their Eyes Were Watching God, Zora Neale...
Introduction In ‘The Fall of the House of Usher’ and ‘House Taken Over,’ Edgar Allan Poe and Julio Cortázar respectively describe how tortured characters undergo transformation all through the tale. First, in ‘The Fall of the House of Usher,’ Lady Madeline goes through a transformation...
Introduction We think we can understand people. We think that by meeting someone, shaking their hand, and looking into their eyes, we can get a grasp on who they are, how they feel, and what their motives or intentions are. We think that a little...
‘Rules of the Game’: Art of Strength In “Rules of the Game,” Amy Tan reveals the importance of staying strong even when one may not be expected to succeed. Meimei’s mother teaches her daughter the “art of invisible strength” (497), instilling in her the value...
Introduction Charles Dickens once said, “Electric communication will never be a substitute for the face of someone who with their soul encourages another person to be brave and true” I agree with Dickens that communication that is done face to face will always be much...
Introduction Mary Shelly’s novel Frankenstein (1818) is a Gothic horror story that raises the question of who is the real villain in Frankenstein’s narrative. The story is about a young student of natural philosophy, who discovers the secret of giving life to matter and creates...
Introduction Gogol’s and Edgar Allen Poe’s short stories, “The Nose” and “The Black Cat,” are similar but also have their major differences, making them intriguing subjects for a gothic literature and magical realism essay. Suspense, flashbacks, foreshadowing, tension are all parts of these two stories....
Introduction Throughout his life, Santiago faces many obstacles which he uses as blessings to move towards the accomplishment of his dream. In The Alchemist, personal legend of Santiago is twisted and captivating. Firstly, the most considerable hurdle is the will of his parents. Santiago’s father...
Introduction Literary devices are techniques used by authors in literature to convey either a particular meaning or to help make connections so readers understand it on a deeper level. The use of literary devices has proven to be an integral part of successful short stories...
Introduction The expression ‘canon’ originates from the Latin signifying ‘rule,’ and has come to allude to an assortment of writings that is involved the most representative works of a culture, religion, time period, nation, language, or author. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie tells a story through the...
Introduction In Macbeth, fate vs free will interpretations that emphasize his freedom misunderstand the fundamental dynamic of the play. Shakespeare introduces Hecate, the witches, and their prophecies precisely to show how Macbeth’s actions are driven by forces outside of his control. The story of Macbeth...
William Shakespeare uses metaphors, similie’s, natural phenomena in relation to time or love as well as imagery in his Sonnet 18. This sonnet shares the centrel theme of the vicious powers of time. However, it varies in the means used to portray the speaker’s anxiety...
Shakespeare consistently makes use of the phrase “Fair is foul, and foul is fair” in his play, Macbeth. The meaning of the phrase suggests that appearances can be deceiving, and what may seem good or fair on the surface can be morally corrupt or foul...
Franz Kafka in ‘The Metamorphosis’ with various symbols illustrates the transformation of a man turning into an insect named Gregor Samsa. The novel does not only show the transformation of Mr. Samsa, it also portrays the transformation of his family throughout the changing process happening...
‘Shooting an Elephant’ is an autobiographical essay written by George Orwell, reflecting his experiences as a British police officer in colonial Burma (present-day Myanmar) during the early 20th century. In the summary of ‘Shooting an Elephant’ we explore themes of imperialism, power dynamics, and the...