The first step is to pick an appropriate topic when you are creating an essay on Literature.
However, there are so many subjects to write about that it could be troublesome to make a decision. In addition, there are a few considerations to keep in mind in order to choose an adequate heading.
For instance, you should consider the possibilities of the research behind certain matters, the relation with the topics in your study plan and so on. In this article, we propose some good titles for your upcoming assignment.
The main purpose of the list is to facilitate the assignment in several ways and to promote the discussion about literature. In my opinion, it is beneficial to include topics related to one or several literature studies. This allows me to write on multiple subjects and I am grateful to our faculty member, Prof. Jules Journes, Professor of English at Université Paris Diderot (URDT) for the work.
In order to make this kind of article in full use, an entire course on Literature has to be studied. This means that you would have to look at the major books published on Literature: for instance, the classics of Robert and Mary, the classics of Joseph Conrad and Jane Austen, works of the poets, writers and philosophers, the works of the literary critics of all times, authors whose works are recognized as the best.
Sandra Cisneros’s novel “The House On Mango Street” tells the story of Esperanza, a young Latina girl growing up in Chicago. Throughout the novel, Esperanza struggles with her identity and embodies many different femininities. She is torn between her desire to be seen as a lady and her need to be true to herself. The … Read more
The End of Something is a short story by Ernest Hemingway. The story is about the end of a relationship between two young people, Nick Adams and Marjorie Cameron. The story is told from Nick’s point of view. The story begins with Nick and Marjorie at the beach. They have been together for some time … Read more
To understand the true meaning of a work, sometimes one has to look beyond the literal level and analyze symbolism. In Nathaniel Hawthorne’s “The Birthmark” and Edwidge Dandicant’s “A Wall of Fire Rising, “Both stories contain central symbols the birthmark and hot air balloon that help unlock what each character is striving for: freedom. Guy … Read more
Tennessee Williams’ play Cat on a Hot Tin Roof is a classic of American theater. The play tells the story of the Pollitt family, who are struggling to deal with the death of their patriarch. The family is full of secrets and lies, and the play explores the relationships between the various members. The play … Read more
The short story “Shiloh” by Bobbie Ann Mason is set in a small town in Kentucky. The town is not named, but it is clear that it is a rural community. The story focuses on the relationship between two characters, Leroy and Norma Jean. Leroy is a truck driver who has been injured in an … Read more
In P. G. Wodehouse’s short story “The Custody of the Pumpkin”, a young man named Edwin tells the story of how he came to be in possession of a pumpkin. The story begins with Edwin’s father, who is a vicar, telling him that he must give the pumpkin to the churchwarden. However, Edwin’s mother objects, … Read more
Leslie Marmon Silko’s “The Man to Send Rain Clouds” is a short story about a man named Ken who discovers the body of his friend, Abel, in the desert. Ken is a Navajo medicine man, and he realizes that Abel has been killed by a lightning bolt. He decides to perform the traditional Navajo ceremony … Read more
What is a classic war novel really about? The misery of a young soldier fighting in an incomprehensible war. Forced to live a intolerable lifestyle, with only a few friends for support, he wonders what he got himself into. As death claims more and more soldiers around him, Paul must find ways to survive. Erich … Read more
The Welcome Table is a short story by Alice Walker. It tells the story of an African-American woman who is invited to a church dinner. The dinner is a tradition in the community, and it is open to all who wish to attend. The woman is hesitant to go, but she decides to go after … Read more
One of the most popular themes in literature is that of sacrifice. In O. Henry’s short story “The Gift of the Magi”, this theme is explored through the characters of Jim and Della. Della is a young woman who is deeply in love with her husband, Jim. She has very little money, but she is … Read more
Henry David Thoreau was an American writer, philosopher, and naturalist who is best known for his book Walden, which details his experience living in simple self-sufficiency on the shores of Walden Pond in Massachusetts. Thoreau’s essay “Why I Went to the Woods” explains his motives for seeking solitude in nature, and serves as a strong … Read more
In The Chase, Annie Dillard tells the story of a young boy who becomes obsessed with hunting rabbits. The boy spends hours every day stalking and chasing rabbits, but never seems to catch one. One day, he finally catches a rabbit and kills it. The boy is thrilled with his successful hunt, but his father … Read more
Diving into the Wreck by Adrienne Rich is one of the most famous poems of our time. It is a poem about diving into the depths of our own lives, and coming face to face with the things that we may have been avoiding. The poem is full of rich imagery and powerful emotions. It … Read more
“Mother” is a short story by Grace Paley. It tells the story of a mother and her relationship with her children. The mother is a loving and caring woman, but she also has a strong sense of responsibility. She wants her children to be happy and safe, and she is willing to do whatever it … Read more
William Dean Howell’s Editha is often seen as a prime example of American Realism. The novel tells the story of Editha, a young woman who becomes caught up in the patriotic fervor of the American Civil War. Editha is eager to see her country go to war, and she encourages her fiancé George to enlist. … Read more
Mark Twain’s The Prince and the Pauper is a classic novel that has been enjoyed by readers for generations. The story is set in England during the Tudor period and revolves around two young boys – one a prince, and the other a pauper. Though they are worlds apart in terms of their social status, … Read more
“Greasy Lake” is a short story by T. C. Boyle that was first published in 1985. The story follows a group of teenage boys in the early 1960s who spend their weekends looking for trouble. One night, they decide to vandalize a car that belongs to one of their classmates. things quickly escalate and they … Read more
My Son the Marine is a book written by Frank Schueffer. It is a story of a father and son relationship as the son goes through the Marine Corps. My Son the Marine gives readers an insight to what life is like for those in the military and their families. Frank does an excellent job … Read more
“Day Million” is a short story by Fredrick Pohl. It tells the story of a future society in which humans have developed extraordinary abilities, including the ability to read each other’s thoughts. The story focuses on the relationships between these super-humans and examines the impact of their abilities on society as a whole. Thematic analysis … Read more
Nihilism and existentialism are two important philosophical movements that have had a significant impact on the way we think about life, morality, and meaning. Both concepts are rooted in the work of German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche, who argued that traditional values and beliefs were no longer valid in the modern world. Nihilists believe that life … Read more
James Jarvis was born in Alan Paton’s hometown of Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. He studied at the Durban Art School and later at the Royal College of Art in London. After working as a freelance illustrator for many years, he turned his attention to fine art and began exhibiting his work internationally. In recent years, Jarvis … Read more
“The Stolen Party” is a short story by Argentine author Liliana Heker. The story follows nine-year-old Silvina, who is invited to the birthday party of a classmate, Rama. Silvina is thrilled at the prospect of attending the party, but her mother tells her that she cannot go because they cannot afford it. Silvina’s mother works … Read more
The Unredeemed Captive is a novel by John Demos. The book tells the story of a Puritan family in Massachusetts who are captured by Native Americans and held captive for several years. The father, Eunice Williams, is eventually killed by the Indians, and the rest of the family is eventually rescued and returned to Boston. … Read more
The Mortal Immortal is a short story by Mary Shelley, first published in 1834. The story tells the tale of a man who is granted immortality by a scientist but must watch as all those he loves to die around him. The story examines the question of whether immortality is a blessing or a curse. … Read more
“Through the Tunnel” is a short story by Doris Lessing. It was first published in 1955, and has been widely anthologized. The story is about a young boy named Jerry, who is on vacation with his mother in France. While exploring a beach, he comes across a group of older boys who are swimming through … Read more
Irony is a common literary device used by writers to add depth and complexity to their stories. In Guy de Maupassant’s “The Jewelry,” the author uses irony extensively to create a tale of greed, deception, and ultimately, tragedy. The story centers around Madame Lantin, a young woman who is married to a middle-aged man. The … Read more
“Two Ways to Belong in America” is a short story by Bharati Mukherjee that explores the cultural and societal implications of immigration. The story centers on two Indian sisters, Mira and Bharati, who have very different views on what it means to be an immigrant in America. Mira, who has lived in America for many … Read more
Little Red Riding Hood is one of the most popular fairy tales in the world. It was first recorded by the Brothers Grimm in the 19th century, but it is thought to be much older. The story tells of a young girl, Little Red Riding Hood, who goes to visit her grandmother. On the way, … Read more
Virginia Woolf’s A Haunted House is a classic of modernist literature. The story follows the lives of two ghosts, who inhabit a house together. They are forced to confront the limits of their own existence, as well as the fact that they are no longer alive. The story is a haunting and beautiful exploration of … Read more
O. Henry’s short story “The Gift of the Magi” is set during the Great Depression. The story follows a young couple, Jim and Della, who are struggling to make ends meet. In order to buy each other Christmas gifts, they each sacrifice their most prized possession. Jim sells his watch to buy combs for Della’s … Read more
The Atonement is a novel by Ian McEwan. It tells the story of a young girl, Briony Tallis, who makes a false accusation that leads to the imprisonment and death of an innocent man. The novel explores the themes of atonement and forgiveness, and their importance in human relationships. The Atonement is told from multiple … Read more
“New York Burning” is a novel by Jill Lepore. It tells the story of New York City during the American Revolution. The city was a hotbed of activity, with many people fighting for independence from Britain. The book follows the lives of several people who were involved in the conflict. The book is well-researched and … Read more
When considering the literary analysis of “The Camel and His Friends”, it is important to remember that this story is not just a simple fable. Rather, it is a complex tale that employs a number of different narrative techniques in order to make its point. One of the most important aspects of the story is … Read more
Blood is a key theme in Macbeth. To the characters in the play, blood represents different things. For Macbeth, it is a symbol of his guilt. The blood on his hands reminds him of the innocent people he has killed in his quest for power. Lady Macbeth also associates blood with guilt. She tries to … Read more
The complex relationship between George Milton and Lennie Small is one of the most interesting aspects of John Steinbeck’s novel Of Mice and Men. The two men are complete opposites – George is small and quick-witted, while Lennie is large and slow-minded. Yet, they are drawn to each other and have a deep bond that … Read more
Arturo Vivante’s short story “Can-Can” is a tale of two people who fall in love despite their differences. The story follows the couple as they navigate their relationship and ultimately choose to break up. Despite its brevity, “Can-Can” offers a thoughtful and nuanced exploration of relationships. Vivante deftly captures the tension and conflict that can … Read more
My Last Duchess is a dramatic monologue written by Robert Browning. It was first published in 1842 in his collection Dramatic Lyrics. The poem tells the story of a Duke who is showing a portrait of his late wife to a servant of the Count whose daughter he is seeking to marry. The Duke describes … Read more
Setting is important in Gulliver’s Travels because it helps to create the satire that is essential to the novel. The different settings allow for different types of humour, and also help to criticise different aspects of society. For example, the first part of the book is set in Lilliput, which is a land of tiny … Read more
“The Storm” is a short story by Kate Chopin, first published in 1898. The story centers around a young couple, Calixta and Bobinotte, who are caught in a storm while they are home alone. The storm quickly becomes a metaphor for the passionate sexual encounter that takes place between the two characters. Critics have praised … Read more
“Shaving” is a short story by Leslie Norris. It tells the story of a man who shaves his head in order to feel more comfortable in his own skin. The story begins with the protagonist, John, feeling self-conscious about his hair. He has been losing it for years and it has started to thin out. … Read more
The Amigo Brothers is a short story written by Puerto Rican author Piri Thomas. The story is about the titular brothers, Antonio and Felix, who are close friends and boxing partners. Though they come from different backgrounds, the two share a strong bond that is tested when they are pitted against each other in a … Read more
Lord of the Flies is a novel by William Golding that was first published in 1954. The story is set on a deserted island and follows a group of boys who are stranded there after their plane crashes. As the boys struggle to survive, they begin to experience various conflicts with one another. One of … Read more
“To Kill a Mockingbird” is a novel by Harper Lee that was published in 1960. The novel centers around the fictional town of Maycomb, Alabama, and its residents during the 1930s. “To Kill a Mockingbird” deals with racial inequality and social injustice. Racial inequality was a major issue in the United States during the 1930s. … Read more
Zora Neale Hurston is an important writer of the Harlem Renaissance. “Spunk” is one of her most well-known short stories. It tells the story of Joe Kanty, a man who is killed by his wife and her lover. The story is set in the small town of Eatonville, Florida. The town is mostly populated by … Read more
Mine Boy is a novel by Peter Abrahams. It was published in 1946 and is set in South Africa. The novel tells the story of Xuma, a black man who moves to Johannesburg to find work. Xuma faces many challenges in his new life, including racism and discrimination. Despite these difficulties, Xuma perseveres and eventually … Read more
Pet Sematary is a novel by Stephen King that tells the story of the Creed family and their experiences with death. One of the major themes in the novel is the Wendigo, a mythical creature from Native American folklore. The Wendigo is said to be a spirit that lives in the forest and preys on … Read more
Brave New World, a novel by Aldous Huxley, is often referred to as a Dystopia. In Brave New World, the government controls every aspect of citizens’ lives and there is no such thing as individual freedom. The government uses technological advances to control the population and keep them under its thumb. Citizens are not allowed … Read more
Mark Twain’s “Advice to Youth” is a classic example of satire. In this piece, Twain mocks the seriousness with which adults often approach topics like morality and etiquette. He does this by offering absurd suggestions that are meant to sound sensible but are actually quite ridiculous. For example, he advises young people to never tell … Read more
Jack London’s “To Build a Fire” is a short story about a man who is trying to build a fire in the coldest conditions. The story is set in the Yukon Territory in the middle of winter and follows the man as he tries to survive the cold weather. Jack London was born in San … Read more
Ralph Waldo Emerson’s “Nature and Self-Reliance” is an essay about the importance of nature in shaping one’s character. Emerson argues that self-reliance is the key to success in life, and that nature provides the best source of inspiration for achieving it. He also contends that humans must learn to appreciate the beauty of nature, and … Read more
Graduation is an important milestone in everyone’s life. It marks the end of one phase of our lives and the beginning of another. Graduation is a time to celebrate our accomplishments and look forward to the future. Maya Angelou’s “Graduation” is a poem that celebrates the accomplishments of Graduates. The poem highlights the importance of … Read more
Borders, by Thomas King, is a novel about family, love, and loss. The story follows the lives of two families who are forced to leave their homes and cross the border into the United States. The novel explores the themes of identity, belonging, and home. Borders is a moving and powerful story that will stay … Read more
I Used to Live Here Once is a short story written by Jean Rhys. The story is about a woman who returns to her hometown after many years away. The story explores the themes of memory and loss, as well as the idea of home and what it means to belong somewhere. The story is … Read more
Naturalism is a literary technique that refers to the depiction of natural events in narrative form. The tale follows a guy’s fight against nature in the Yukon Territory and his ultimate demise. London employs realistic description and unflinching realism to depict the harsh realities of life in the wild, as well as humans’ attempts to … Read more
Juan A. A. Sedillo’s short story “Gentleman of Río en Medio” tells the tale of a man who is forced to leave his home in New Mexico and head south to Mexico in order to escape the law. While on the run, he meets a beautiful woman who helps him to find safety and shelter. … Read more
The Chronicle of a Death Foretold is a novel by Gabriel García Márquez that tells the story of the death of Santiago Nasar. The novel explores the role that honor plays in the culture of the fictional town of Sucre, Colombia. Honor is a central theme in the novel, and it is something that both … Read more
The Red Convertible is a novel by Louise Erdrich that tells the story of two Native American brothers, Lyman and Henry, and their relationship with each other. The story is set in North Dakota in the 1970s. The novel explores themes of brotherhood, love, loss, and redemption. Lyman is the older brother and is responsible … Read more
Sula is a novel by Toni Morrison that tells the story of two black girls, Sula and Nel, who grow up together in Ohio. The book is full of symbols that represent different aspects of the characters’ lives. One symbol is the peach tree. The tree is first mentioned when Sula and Nel are children. … Read more
“A Loaf of Bread” is a short story by James Alan McPherson. The story is about a man who is struggling to make ends meet. He has a wife and two young children. The family is living in poverty and the man is desperate to find a way to provide for his family. He takes … Read more
One of the most beloved Disney movies of all time is Beauty and the Beast. The story of Belle, a beautiful young woman who is taken prisoner by a beast in his castle, has captured the hearts of people around the world. But what many people don’t know is that Beauty and the Beast was … Read more
Raymond Run is a short story by Toni Cade Bambara. The story is about a young man named Raymond who is a born worker. He has a strong work ethic and is always willing to help out around the house or in the community. He is a role model to his younger brother, Rudy, and … Read more
When Sherman Alexie wrote “This Is What It Means to Say Phoenix, Arizona,” he was exploring the experiences of Native Americans. In particular, he was interested in the ways that they grapple with the meaning of life. Alexie grew up on the Spokane Indian Reservation in Washington state. He was exposed to many different cultures … Read more
Bel Kaufman’s Sunday in the Park is a warm and funny story about family life. It’s a great read for anyone who wants to laugh and learn about what it means to be part of a family. On Sunday, the focus shifts to Larry’s mother and father, who are enjoying a picnic while watching their … Read more
Lacy M. Johnson’s memoir, White Trash Primer, is a candid and insightful look into the life of a white trash woman. Born into poverty and raised in a trailer park, Johnson offers a unique perspective on what it means to be white trash. She discusses the challenges and struggles of growing up in a disadvantaged … Read more
[Slide 1] Edith Sitwell was a British poet whose writing was looked favorably upon by many prominent authors and poets of the 1920’s. Her poetry, which was influenced by her life as a child, evolved exponetially over the years. In her final period of poetry, Edith Sitwell formed her writing around “traditional values, spiritual matters, … Read more
Randall Jarrell’s poem “A Lullaby” has both a glaringly bleak and starkly literal tone; it evokes despair about war and human society altogether. Set in an unclear place and time, the poem tells the story of a soldier who has sacrificed everything to fight for his country, and describes his insignificant life and death with … Read more
Throughout history authors have incorporated religious meaning in their writing. Christian symbolism can often play a role in British literature. C. S Lewis, one of the most recognized literary British scholars to ever live, did just that. The Chronicles of Narnia is often revered as one of the most admired children’s series of fantasy novels … Read more
Pendragon: The Merchant of Death by D. J . MacHale is about 14 year old Bobby Pendragon who is going to save the world. It all starts when his uncle, Uncle Press, visits his house before he goes to a basketball game. He tells Bobby that there are some people who need their help and … Read more
Frank Norris, through the work of his novel McTeague, changed America in several ways. Norris was born in Chicago in 1870, during a naturalistic time period (The Literature Network). This novel was written with many themes that define naturalism, such as greed and lust. Social Darwinism, which can be defined as “survival of the fittest” … Read more
“Modernism is a deliberate philosophical and practical estrangement or divergence from the past in the arts and literature occurring especially in the course of the 20th century and taking form in any of various innovative movements and styles,” (Modernism). The 1920’s was a great example of this because of the radical changes in what was … Read more
In my english class we are reading the book called the “Kite Runner,” written by Khaled Hosseini. This book itself is about fierce cruelty and fierce love. This book can also be considered to be a journey novel. A journey of redemption and self- awareness. This novel is different because it starts at the end, … Read more
Lewis and Burgess present their novels in different forms – Burgess writes A Clockwork Orange in bildungsroman, presented in retrospective first person narrative and continually displayed within Burgess’ choice of ‘unreliable narrator’ (The Rhetoric of Fiction, Wayne Booth, 1961), which is used by Burgess to show Alex’s justification of his crimes, and therefore his inability … Read more
Another book written by Jack London is called “The Seed of McCoy. ” This book talks about a two different crews of men sailing the sea. His story is mostly wrapped around this one crew of men on a boat called the Pyrenees that happens to have a cargo full of burning wheat. The men … Read more
Nora Roberts, an American bestselling author, is considered “the queen of romance”. Her novel The Liar was released on April 14, 2015 and has a four out of five star rating. In this novel, Nora showcases her ability for unique word usage and her ability to use intense descriptions; however, while the novel had many … Read more
In the novel Border Odyssey, Professor Charles Thompson travels along the Mexican-US border with his wife and other travel companions to better understand the relationship between the two countries. Even though Thompson had traveled to different areas of the border before, this was his first trip attempting to cover its entirety. Thompson is currently a … Read more
Before America even bore its name and declared its independence, African Americans faced the dire task of resisting the urge to conform to the American standard of Eurocentric supremacy. If African Americans proceed to replicate the white standards their true identity will be lost due to the mixed cultures. Unfortunately, African Americans have been plagued … Read more
The titular character of Edmond Rostand’s 1897 play Cyrano de Bergerac is a deeply complicated man, a hero with many insecurities and many desires he hides behind a facade of bravado. However, there are no soliloquies to help understand these motivations and personality. Instead, the audience learns this information through his interactions with several minor … Read more
In the novel, Under The Feet of Jesus, by Helena Maria Viramontes, the author conveys the harshness of being a migrant worker and how easily one can become stuck in the same job for their whole life. Viramontes, uses the main character, Estrella, a 13 year old migrant worker to display how this long-lasting cycle … Read more
In Zora Neale Hurston’s, Their Eyes Were Watching God, the story illustrates a biracial African American woman, Janie, who is returning to her home in Eatonville. The novel is told in the form of a flashback and gives an account of her early teenage years all the way through her mature adulthood when she returns … Read more
In the novel Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Hursten the main character, Janie, has trouble finding her true love. Though Janie marries two different husbands whose character are completely divergent, she has yet to find someone who makes her happy even though she doesn’t know the true meaning of love. Janie’s grandma wanted … Read more
Ron Hansen’s short story, My Kid’s Dog, is meant to be a funny story about revenge, irony, and hatred. This typical story is about a man who hate his children’s dog. Throughout the story the father tells us about the dog from his experience and his relationship with it. The father also comes across as … Read more
We can say from The Master and Margarita that while Jesus and Christianity is mentioned and relevant in the book, Bulgakov stays away from the sophisticated display of Jesus. What intrigues me is the Jesus that Bulgakov displays doesn’t like the secretary going after him almost in a secretive type of way. There are many … Read more
As the graphic novel has become a more respected medium of literary work, artists/authors have found a more effective yet subtle method of communication: instead of explicitly stating feelings, they can be portrayed through illustration which will be absorbed both consciously and subconsciously by readers, further developing an understanding and connection to the content matter. … Read more
It happen at some point during our civilization when human sacrifice became an arrogation, executed for a religious purpose, a cult, or as a ritual to please their gods in which they believe in. In the story, The Lottery by Shirley Jackson she introduces us to a luck-of-the-draw conformity among the villagers in the story. … Read more
The poet Maya Aneton once said “It [is] one of the greatest gifts [a person] can give [him or herself] to forgive. Forgive everybody. ” It is difficult sometimes for people to forgive themselves for past issues or transgressions. The result often becomes an inability to exculpate others as well. However, if a person can … Read more
McEwan in his novel Atonement explores deceit through the character of Briony. Briony is presented as an overly ambitious young girl whose actions are mainly done to gain some recognition in the adult world. McEwan structures his novel in such a way that the reader is presented with the deceit in the first part of … Read more
Hazel Lancaster attends a support group for cancer patients to please her mother and ends up meeting the boy she will fall in love with. Issac, the only person she likes in the support group, brings his friend Augustus Waters for support. Hazel and Augustus have a disagreement over Augustus’s fear of oblivion which Hazel … Read more
Through the literary techniques of personification, paradox and imagery of simple experiences or objects, Jane Hirshfield manages to simplify the complex emotions and ideas within society by utilizing symbolisms of everyday items and experiences to convey her perceptions about nature and regrets in life as well as analyze the complexity of one’s identity. Perhaps Hirshfield’s … Read more
Today, Starbucks is revered as the coffee shop of the Gods: lines go out the door, pictures of their lattes flood social media, and consumers make sure the logo is in plain sight wherever they take the cup. However, the coffee does not have a secret ingredient that makes it so special. In fact, the … Read more
The Presence of Ignorance in American Literature The dictionary definition of ignorance is a lack of knowledge or information, but a more relatable defining of the word is to disregard what is obvious to one’s own or another’s detriment. Ignorance was such a common trait among people during the time period from 1865 to the … Read more
Looking in through a window at someone else living their life. That is what it feels like to be an outsider in society. People are excluded and forced to observe others while they watch, like a benched player on the sidelines of a game. The experience of being an outsider is universal but not permanent, … Read more
Raymond Carver’s “Little Things” informs readers about a man and woman encountering a dispute over who is going to get to keep the baby when they go their separate ways. In the beginning of this work, the omniscient third person narrator updates the audience of the situation at hand. The man is packing his suitcase … Read more
Neverwhere by Neil Gamin follows the chronicles of Richard Mayhew through the dangerous and magical London Below, a world running parallel to the real London. It was originally made as a television series, and was later adapted into a novel. Throughout the novel Richard is on a journey of self-discovery, and goes from being a … Read more
Many people tend to overlook the style in writing, not focusing on its impact on meaning. All authors have developed their own type of style which is deeply shown through their personal writing. Jack London was an author who uses a specific style of writing in his stories. Through London’s stories “Love of Life” and … Read more
In life, there seems to be a clear parallel between age and contentedness. Those who are young are often full of life, while older individuals tend to isolate themselves. Since those older individuals had to have gone through many hardships and lost some of the people they cared the most about, it is not surprising … Read more
“When he finally spreads his wings and leaves, Elisenda manages to feel nothing but relief” (Tornaritis, 3). This statement from the short story “A Very Old Man With Wings” illustrates how helping someone will not always end up having a positive effect on you. Gabriel Garcia Marquez lets the reader realize how badly an angel, … Read more
Unlike novels, short stories require an author to tell an interesting story with fleshed out characters. To create such a piece, the author must have a methodical approach to the words they choose. So how can the author’s choice of words shapen the devolvement of the story? Richard Ford’s story, “Under the Radar,” and T. … Read more
William Shakespeare once said,”I must be cruel only to be kind; thus bad begins, and worse remains behind” (Hamlet 3. 4. 14-17). Those same words can be applied to the iconic American novel, Beloved. From the start of her story, Toni Morrison makes it apparent that slavery haunts the residents of 124, as the cruel … Read more
In the short story, “Los Vendidos” by Luis Valdez stereotypes and racism take the main stage. The story takes place in a shop called “Honest Sancho’s Used Mexican Lot” where Mexicans are sold very much like used cars, implying they are property. A woman named Miss. Jimenez, a secretary from Governor Reagan’s office comes to … Read more
In the novels, Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury, and Brave New World by Aldous Huxley, the characters live in an seemingly utopian society. In Fahrenheit 451 people of the society are very robotic like and steers away from knowledge that gets people too emotional or think too much. It’s a very organized and demanding society … Read more
