Welcome, fellow explorers of language and meaning, to a journey into the heart of Billy Collins’ thought-provoking poem, “The History Teacher.” This remarkable piece invites us to ponder the delicate balance between protecting innocence and confronting the complexities of human…
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The Dead
The Dead By Rupert Brooke These hearts were woven of human joys and cares, washed marvelously with sorrow, swift to mirth. The years had given them kindness. Dawn was theirs, And sunset, and the colours of the earth. These had…
My Father’s Sadness
My Father’s Sadness By Shirley Geok-lin Lim My father’s sadness appears in my dreams. His young body is dying of responsibility. So many men and women march out of his mouth each time he opens his heart for fullness, he…
In This Blind Alley
Welcome, aspiring literary explorers, to a journey into the profound depths of Ahmad Shamlu’s evocative poem, “In This Blind Alley.” This powerful work invites us to contemplate the human spirit’s resilience in the face of overwhelming oppression. Prepare to uncover…
Terezin
The power of poetry lies in its ability to capture the deepest human experiences, transforming moments of profound sorrow, unexpected joy, or stark reality into words that resonate across time. Hanus Hachenburg’s poem “Terezin” stands as a poignant testament to…
Fiction
Stories have always been a cornerstone of the human experience. From ancient myths passed down through generations to the novels we devour today, the art of storytelling shapes our understanding of the world and ourselves. At the heart of many…
Little Women
Introduction to Little Women A coming of the age novel, Little Women, was written by Louisa May Alcott, a popular American writer. The book was originally requested by the publisher after which Alcott wrote it in two volumes. The novel…
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
Introduction to The Adventures of Tom Sawyer The Adventures of Tom Sawyer was written by Mark Twain, the literary master from the United States. The book has never lost its freshness, and its forcefulness despite being written in the last…
The Autobiography of Malcolm X
Introduction to The Autobiography of Malcolm X The Autobiography of Malcolm X was written by Alex Haley in collaboration with Malcolm X the central character of the autobiography. It was released in 1965 in the United States and soon became…
There Will Come Soft Rains
Welcome, aspiring literary explorers, to a journey into the profound depths of Sara Teasdale’s “There Will Come Soft Rains.” This poem, though brief, offers a powerful meditation on humanity’s place in the vast, indifferent tapestry of nature. Prepare to uncover…
A Bag of Tools
Welcome, aspiring wordsmiths and curious minds, to an exploration of a truly profound and timeless poem. Today, the focus is on R. L. Sharpe’s insightful work, “A Bag of Tools.” This poem, though brief, offers a powerful message about life,…
The Secret of the Machines
The Secret of the Machines By Rudyard Kipling (MODERN MACHINERY) We were taken from the ore-bed and the mine, We were melted in the furnace and the pit. We were cast and wrought and hammered to design, We were cut…
All But Blind
Welcome, aspiring poets and curious minds, to a fascinating journey into the world of Walter De La Mare’s “All But Blind.” This seemingly simple poem holds profound insights into how we perceive the world and ourselves. Get ready to uncover…
At the Border, 1979
At the Border, 1979 By Choman Hardi ‘It is your last check in point in this country!’ We grabbed a drink, soon everything would taste different. The land under our feet was divided by a thick iron chain. My sister…
Daddy Fell into the Pond
By Alfred Noyes Everyone grumbled. The sky was grey. We had nothing to do and nothing to say. We were nearing the end of a dismal day, And then there seemed to be nothing beyond, Then Daddy fell into the…
For Julia, In the Deep Water
For Julia, In the Deep Water By John N. Morris The instructor we hire because she does not love you Leads you into the deep water The deep end Where the water is darker Her open, encouraging arms That never…
Fahrenheit 451
Introduction to Fahrenheit 451 Fahrenheit 451 is a dystopian novel, written by an American author, Ray Bradbury. It was published in the United States in 1953 and instantly became a textbook across the globe. Interestingly this novel declared to be…
The Hound of the Baskervilles
Introduction to The Hound of the Baskervilles The Hound of the Baskervilles was a third detective novel written by the most popular mystery and detective fiction writer, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. It features the popular British detective, Sherlock Holmes as…
Robinson Crusoe
Introduction to Robinson Crusoe Robinson Crusoe was written by Daniel Defoe, a canonical foundation in the art of novel and story writing. It was long considered a true story instead of a work of fiction, causing confusion about the author…
The Importance of Being Earnest
Introduction to The Importance of Being Earnest The Importance of Being Earnest is a play. It was previously titled A Trivial Comedy for Serious People written by the popular British playwright and author, Oscar Wilde. It was first staged in…