Gothic elements in Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein
Here’s a brief review of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. Enjoy!
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Ray Bradbury’s Hygiene of Writing Advice
Ray Bradbury gives good advice about writing stories and novels, so why not listen to him talk for a few minutes?
Understanding neologisms in literature and context
Yesterday, we discussed James Joyce who was an incredibly influential writer and made some innovations in writing (stream-of-consciousness, for example), but he also low-key assisted with adding new words to our vocabulary.
Infamous book burnings of history
On Monday I looked at the cause behind book burnings (or, at least, a cause), so I thought today I could look at a few real-life examples of people setting fire to history—and it gets pretty whacky. So, let’s dive in!
Knowledge on fire: why do book burnings happen?
Wherever there is knowledge, there will be those who look to remove it, because facts and evidence can stand contrary to entire parties—and that really upsets oligarchs, demagogues, and dictators. For today’s post, let’s take a look at the world as Ray Bradbury envisioned it in Fahrenheit 451 (1953) and try to understand why burning books happens.
Four Books Stopped by Death
It’s not uncommon in the writing world for authors of any stature, from novice to expert, to set aside works because they lack the knowledge, skill, or motivation to complete them. But, sometimes even with the wherewithal, death has a way of curbing productivity. With that being said, what follows is a small collection of famous unfinished works by writers you probably know.
A Yankee in King Arthur’s Court by Mark Twain Overview
Today, we explore the introduction of Mark Twain’s A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court. Read along to learn more!
A Literacy Narrative: Inspiration, Challenges, and Achievements
In this post, we reflect on the writing journey; what joys it can bring and what failures we must endure.
Robin Hood’s Portrayal in Ballads, Songs, and Poems
The early ballads depict a more violent Robin Hood, focused on vengeance, yet still upholding justice against corruption. Links provided for further reading.
“The Willows” by Algernon Blackwood: Eeriness, Horror, and Doom
“The Willows” by Algernon Blackwood is a classic Gothic-horror novella, portraying the eerie tale of two friends haunted by supernatural forces on a secluded island.
Mark Twain’s ‘A Connecticut Yankee’: Parental Love
Today on the blog we examine some final thoughts on A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court. Join us to learn more!