Essays on Literature

Whether you re a fan of the radio adaptation by Orson Welles or the original novel by H.G. Wells, the story of a Martian invasion will captivate you. From the aliens, to the characters, to the looming Martian colony, War of the Worlds is a classic story that will never...

If you are looking for an inspirational story, The Boys in the Boat is a great choice. Written by Daniel James Brown, the book tells the story of a rowing team at the University of Washington. This book is an engaging read, especially for fans of history, politics, or history....

The Hero's Journey The Hero's Journey is one of the story structures used in storytelling. It is focused on the journey of a single character and may not be appropriate for stories with a large cast of characters. For such stories, a more expansive three-act structure may be a better fit....

If you re looking for a book that discusses educational disparities in America, Savage Inequalities by Jonathan Kozol is the book you re looking for. Written in 1991, this book addresses the differences in educational achievement between school districts and races. The author argues that these disparities are rooted in...

T.S. Eliot's Poetry T.S. Eliot's poetry is famous for its self-subsistent structure and musicality. Many readers considered the collection of poems to be a single work. Despite its musicality, Eliot's poetry made an indelible impression on its audience. Even those who disavowed Christian beliefs recognized Eliot's intellectual integrity. Eliot received the...

A Pair of Silk Stockings is a short story by Kate Chopin about a family who finds a windfall in the estate of the deceased king. The story follows the story of a woman named Mrs. Sommers and her family as she decides how to spend the money. She tries...

In this article, I'll analyze the theme of suicide in Sylvia Plath's poem, Lady Lazarus, and the similarities between Lady Lazarus and the biblical figure Lazarus. I'll also explore the imagery of seduction in this piece, and my conclusion is that the poem is a fascinating exploration of female sexuality....

Enduring Love Enduring Love begins in a field where the protagonist, Joe Rose, is having a picnic. A hot air balloon has broken free, and Joe joins a group of men who pull it back down. While all of them eventually let go of the rope, one man, Dr. John Logan,...

Sutherland's Inspiration Sutherland first became interested in writing about dragons after being encouraged by her agent Steven Malk to do so. The result is Wings of Fire, a series of books about dragons who fall in love, have adventures, and struggle with problems just like humans do. While they may be...

Richard Gere and Dey Young Join the Ranks of Hollywood's Most Beautiful Women The new movie, "Pretty Woman," stars the actor as a hapless man who falls in love with a prostitute. This innocent love story is the sweetest love fable since "The Princess Bride." Though it could have taken audiences...

A Poison Tree - A Poem by William Blake A Poison Tree is a poem by William Blake published in Songs of Experience in 1794. It is a story of a narrator whose repressed anger leads him to murder. Read this poem and you'll see why it's an important poem. It's...

The Seafarer The Seafarer is a collection of poetry by Canadian author Bruce Meyer. Meyer is director of the creative writing program at the University of Toronto and teaches at several Canadian universities. In his collection, he argues that "The Seafarer" depicts a harsh, lonely, and fallen world. The seafarer's plight...