In Flanders Fields by John McCrae In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are…
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Song of the Witches: Double, Double Toil and Trouble
Song of the Witches: “Double, Double Toil and Trouble” by William Shakespeare (From Macbeth) Double, double toil and trouble; Fire burn and cauldron bubble. Fillet of a fenny snake, In the cauldron boil and bake; Eye of newt and toe…
Catch-22 Quotes
Quotes or quotations are significant phrases and sentences or lines that show the universality of the message of a literary piece. Joseph Heller’s Catch-22 has quotes which show the themes of war, destruction, bureaucracy, and effects of war. Some of…
In Medias Res
Have you ever stumbled into a story already in progress, feeling a bit lost but immediately intrigued? That’s often the effect of a powerful literary technique called In Medias Res. It’s a fancy Latin phrase, but the concept is surprisingly…
Ode on a Grecian Urn
Ode on a Grecian Urn by John Keats Thou still unravish’d bride of quietness, Thou foster‑child of silence and slow time, Sylvan historian, who canst thus express A flowery tale more sweetly than our rhyme: What leaf‑fringed legend haunts about…
Lyric Poem
Poetry often feels like a direct window into someone’s heart. But have you ever wondered about the types of poems that best capture those personal feelings? One of the most common, and arguably most beloved, is the lyric poem. Let’s…
Sonnet 73
Sonnet 73 by William Shakespeare That time of year thou mayst in me behold When yellow leaves, or none, or few, do hang Upon those boughs which shake against the cold, Bare ruined choirs, where late the sweet birds sang.…
Existentialism
Definition of Existentialism Existentialism is a philosophy that focuses on the existence of mankind. It deals with their efforts of finding a way in this hostile universe. The writers apply existentialist philosophy in their texts to underpin the efforts of…
Dramatic Monologue
Have you ever overheard a conversation where someone revealed more about themselves than they intended? Or perhaps listened to a character passionately explain their motivations, giving you a deeply personal glimpse into their world? This is often the power of…
The Second Coming
The Second Coming by William Butler Yeats Turning and turning in the widening gyre The falcon cannot hear the falconer; Things fall apart; the centre cannot hold; Mere anarchy is loosed upon the world, The blood‑dimmed tide is loosed, and…
I Carry Your Heart with Me
I Carry Your Heart with Me (i carry it in) by E. E. Cummings i carry your heart with me (i carry it in my heart) i am never without it (anywhere i go you go, my dear; and whatever…
Narrative Poem
Stories have been told for as long as humans have gathered, and poetry, with its rhythm and imagery, is a natural way to share those tales. One particularly captivating form is the Narrative Poem. It’s a poem that tells a…
I Heard a Fly Buzz When I Died
I Heard a Fly Buzz When I Died by Emily Dickinson I heard a Fly buzz, when I died, The Stillness in the room Was like the Stillness in the Air, Between the Heaves of Storm, The Eyes around had…
When I Have Fears That I May Cease to Be
When I Have Fears That I May Cease to Be by John Keats When I have fears that I may cease to be Before my pen has gleaned my teeming brain, Before high-pilèd books, in charactery, Hold like rich garners…
Love’s Philosophy
Love’s Philosophy by Percy Bysshe Shelley The fountains mingle with the river And the rivers with the ocean, The winds of heaven mix for ever With a sweet emotion; Nothing in the world is single; All things by a law…
Ideas For What To Write Wishes On Christmas Cards
Christmas is one of the festivals after the New Year’s which is celebrated worldwide. It is observed on 25th December every year to remember the birthday of Jesus Christ, who is the Son of God. The date and the celebration…
Slaughterhouse-Five Quotes
Quotes or quotations are important lines in the work of fiction. It is due to memorable quotes, the novel catches the reader’s attention, as they serve a constant delight to the readers. Kurt Vonnegut’s novel, Slaughterhouse-Five, has quotes which leave…
Slaughterhouse-Five Themes
Themes are overarching ideas and beliefs that the writers express in their texts including poetry, fiction, and plays. Themes make the story appealing and persuasive and help readers to understand the hidden messages in a story or poem. Kurt Vonnegut…
Black Humor
Have you ever laughed at something that was… well, a little bit awful? Something dark, maybe even disturbing? That’s often where Black Humor comes in—a literary device that uses humor to explore serious, upsetting, or taboo subjects. It isn’t about…
Death of a Salesman Quotes
Quotes or quotations are important phrases and sentences or lines that show the universality of the message of a literary piece. Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman has quotes that present such universality of ideas and circumstances. Some of its…