Richard Wright: author of “Black Boy”
Today we look at Richard Wright, author of “Black Boy.”
Tag: literature
The Reclusive and Complex Thomas Pynchon
Thomas Pynchon is a unique author who uses a complex writing style. He also has an interesting history worth checking out. So, join me for today’s post!
Defining Epithets and How to Use Them
Today, we are taking a look at “epithets,” how they work, and the different kinds that exist out there.
The Great Vowel Shift: What is It, and Why Did It Happen?
This post is about The Great Vowel Shift, causes and effects.
Top Four Really Long Books
Today we are going to look at some really long novels.
Four Literary Road Trips by Famous Authors
Author Ben Gohs submitted a piece about famous authors taking famous road trips. Give it read. There’s some crazy stuff in here.
Stephen Crane: Author and Literary Realist
In this post, we give a brief examination of the life and times of writer Stephen Crane who wrote The Red Badge of Courage.
A Look at the Era of Literary Realism and its Authors
This week, we are going to look at the realism movement, some authors, and their works. Today, let’s look at the movement itself and define it a little bit.
“End of Summer” by Stanley Kunitz Analysis
A poem by Stanley Kunitz that I thoroughly enjoy. We are midway through August, so I think it’s a fair reminder that the warm days come to a close.
Top 10 Books to Read During Fall
I am in the mood for pumpkins, ghouls, and Halloween specials, so I bought a couple of books to tide me over until the most glorious day of the year.
The Trial Surrounding “Howl” by Allen Ginsberg
In the same way I wonder about how people could possibly burn books or ban them (and it doesn’t matter how progressive you think the modern era is—there are always people), how is it that we can take artists and writers to task for what they write or for the thought crimes they allegedly commit?
Poem: “The Hollow Men” by T. S. Eliot
The weekend is upon us and I feel like walking along the shore and dipping my toes into the lake while trying to appear writerly. In reality, I’ll probably end up cooking hot dogs for my family and watching a terrible 80s-horror movie (but it’s okay to have romantic visions of ourselves).