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Posted On Blog“Abraham’s Boys” by Joe Hill: A Story About Killing Your Heroes
Today we examine the short story “Abraham’s Boys” by Joe Hill, in which the famed vampire slayer is shown in a different light. Who is…
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Posted On Blog“The Monkey’s Paw” by W.W. Jacobs: Death and Dire Choices
“The Monkey’s Paw” by W.W. Jacobs centers on the White family’s encounter with a magical monkey’s paw that grants wishes, leading to tragic consequences.
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Posted On Blog“The October Country” by Ray Bradbury: Eerie and imaginative
Ray Bradbury’s “The October Country” features dark, macabre short stories with a mix of horror and nostalgia, receiving positive reviews.
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Posted On Blog“I felt a funeral, in my brain” by Emily Dickinson: Considering Death
Emily Dickinson’s poem “I felt a Funeral, in my Brain” delves into the unsettling experience of a deteriorating mind, evoking profound empathy.
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Posted On Blog“The Tell-Tale Heart” by Edgar Allan Poe: The Heart of Madness
Today we examine “madness” as a gothic construct in Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Tell-Tale Heart.”
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Posted On BlogGothic Literature and Eeriness: Definition and Examples
Today on the blog, we’re delving into gothic literature and the concept of eeriness. Eeriness evokes discomfort, fear, and mystery, often seen in works like…
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Posted On BlogGovernesses in Literature
Some jobs go without love, and some jobs are forgotten. While the profession of “governess” is not as predominant in modern culture, it was once…
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Posted On Blog“Jane Eyre” by Charlotte Bronte: Summary and Reviews
“Jane Eyre” by Charlotte Brontë is a tale of perseverance and passion, blending gothic elements with deep emotional insights.
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Posted On BlogEmily Dickinson’s “One Need Not be a Chamber — to be Haunted”: Analysis
Today we examine Emily Dickinson’s “Ghosts,” which speaks of multiple kinds of hauntings, literal and figurative.
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Posted On BlogWriter Henry James’ Social and Psychological Writing Style
Henry James, born in 1843 and known for complex storytelling, wrote famous works like The Turn of the Screw.
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Posted On Blog“The Adventures of Robin Hood” by Roger Lancelyn Green: Summary and Review
The Adventures of Robin Hood by Roger Lancelyn Green is a classic children’s book with a social justice theme. It has received mixed reviews on…
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Posted On BlogClose Reading Techniques for Symbolism
Symbolism in literature can be tricky, but using close-reading techniques can help you better understand a text.
