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On His Birthday Let us Reveal Camus's Most Iconic Works
Birthday Note to Albert Camus ( November 7, 1913-1960)
Dear Albert,
Today, we celebrate your 110th birthday, marking a significant milestone in the legacy of your profound contributions to literature and philosophy. Your ability to grapple with the complexities of the human condition continues to resonate deeply with readers and thinkers around the world.
Reflection on Your Work
• Your novel, The Stranger, challenges us to confront the absurdity of life and the alienation that often accompanies existence.
• In The Myth of Sisyphus, you inspire us to embrace our struggles and find meaning even in an indifferent universe.
• Your portrayal of resilience in The Plague reminds us of the importan...
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It is a Beauteous Evening, Calm and Free by William Wordsworth | Structure, Summary, Analysis
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'It is a Beauteous Evening, Calm and Free' is a sonnet by William Wordsworth, the nineteenth poem in the section Miscellaneous Sonnets published in the collection Poems, In Two Volumes in 1807. Wordsworth wrote the sonnet in 1802. William Wordsworth visited France in 1791 where he met Annette Vallon and fell in love with her. Together, they had a child named Carolina Vallon. Because of the unea...
Titus Andronicus by William Shakespeare | Characters, Summary, Analysis
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Titus Andronicus is one of the earliest plays by William Shakespeare, and he wrote it around 1588-1593. It was his first revenge tragedy play. It was first performed sometime between 1590 and 1594. The play was a success as revenge tragedies were praised during that period. Some other important revenge tragedies of the same period include Thomas Kyd’s ‘The Spanish Tragedy’, and Christopher Marl...
The Homecoming by Arun Joshi | Characters, Summary, Analysis
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The Homecoming is a short story by Arun Joshi published in his short story collection titled ‘The Survivor’ in 1975. The story is about an unnamed soldier, a lieutenant in the Indian army who returns from the Bangladesh Liberation War to his hometown in India. It describes the failure of a soldier, a war survivor, to establish meaningful contacts with others, a failure that results in a painful...
The Two Gentlemen of Verona by William Shakespeare | Characters, Summary, Analysis
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The Two Gentlemen of Verona is one of the earliest plays by William Shakespeare that he wrote around 1594 and the play was probably first performed in 1598. The primary source for the plot of the play is considered to be the Spanish romance titled La Diana Enamorada by Jorge de Montemayor which was published in 1559 and was translated in English in 1582. Other sources include Thomas Elyot’s sto...
I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud / Daffodils by William Wordsworth | Structure, Summary, Analysis
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"I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud", also known as "Daffodils," is a famous poem by William Wordsworth that explores themes of nature, beauty, and the power of memory. It was composed by Romantic poet William Wordsworth around 1804. This 24-line lyric was first published in 1807 in Poems, in Two Volumes, though he subsequently revised it-the final and most familiar version of the poem was published ...
Dominique Francon The Symbol and Complexity of Success!
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Dominique Francon is among the most compelling characters in Ayn Rand's The Fountainhead. Her complexity and depth illustrate the themes of individualism, integrity, and the struggle against societal norms. Dominique Francon is the beautiful, intelligent, and complex daughter of Guy Francon, a renowned architect. Guy Francon is an unoriginal designer-an unprincipled phony who schmoozes glibly a...
Composed Upon Westminster Bridge by William Wordsworth | Structure, Summary, Analysis
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“Composed Upon Westminster Bridge, September 3, 1802”, is a beautiful composition about natural beauty by William Wordsworth. It was first published in 1807, in his collection titled Poems, In Two Volumes. It was a period when London and the whole of England were going through the effects of the Industrial Revolution and the French Revolution. In the early morning, the poet stands on Westminste...
Peter Keating Anti Hero or Nobody?
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Peter Keating is a pivotal character in Ayn Rand's novel "The Fountainhead," embodying the conflict between individuality and conformity. He is a talented but unconfident architect who prioritizes social approval and success over artistic integrity. He is Ambitious, Manipulative, and Insecure Conformist. His insecurity drives his desire for external validation. He tends to follow societal norms...
How to Master the TONE and Meaning of Allen Ginsberg's Howl
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"Howl" is a seminal ‘free verse’ poem by Allen Ginsberg, published in 1956. It is considered one of the most important works in American literature and a defining piece of the Beat Generation. The poem consists of three sections, each addressing different themes and subjects. Overall, the poem is an outcry against society and its treatment of non-conformists. As the title suggests, it is not a ...
Introduction to The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand
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"The Fountainhead" by Ayn Rand, published in 1943, is a philosophical novel exploring themes of individualism, creativity and innovation. The story revolves around Howard Roark, a young, uncompromising architect. The novel follows Roark's struggles against conventional norms and collectivist pressures, as he navigates his architectural career. Key characters influencing Roark's journey include:...
The Only American From Our Village by Arun Joshi | Characters, Summary, Analysis
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The Only American from Our Village is a poignant and heart-wrenching short story by Arun Joshi, published in his short story collection The Survivor and Other Stories in 1975. It is a story about a father who sacrifices his own comforts to provide his son with the best education and career. The son becomes successful in America but forgets his cultural roots and responsibilities to his father. ...
Why I am So Clever by Friedrich Nietzsche | Synopsis
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"Why I Am So Clever" is an essay included in Friedrich Nietzsche's work, Ecce Homo, which was published in 1888. In this essay, Nietzsche articulates a philosophy centered on self-examination, intellectual freedom, and a critical approach to established norms. The essay serves as a testament to his belief in the power of individual thought and the necessity of challenging societal conventions. ...
To His Coy Mistress by Andrew Marvell Structure Summary Analysis
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To His Coy Mistress by Andrew Marvell Structure Summary Analysis
Happy Birthday, Dear Sylvia Plath!
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Happy Birthday, Dear Sylvia Plath!
The Passionate Shepherd to His Love by Christopher Marlowe | Structure, Summary, Analysis
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The Passionate Shepherd to His Love by Christopher Marlowe | Structure, Summary, Analysis
The Cask of Amontillado By Edgar Allan Poe | Characters, Summary, Analysis
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The Cask of Amontillado By Edgar Allan Poe | Characters, Summary, Analysis
Floral Quotes From Literary Geniuses
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Floral Quotes From Literary Geniuses
A Poison Tree by William Blake | Structure, Summary, Analysis
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A Poison Tree by William Blake | Structure, Summary, Analysis
Morning Song by Sylvia Plath | Explained Easy
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Morning Song by Sylvia Plath | Explained Easy
The Last Labyrinth by Arun Joshi | Characters, Summary, Analysis
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The Last Labyrinth by Arun Joshi | Characters, Summary, Analysis
The City and The River by Arun Joshi | Chracters, Summary, Analysis
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The City and The River by Arun Joshi | Chracters, Summary, Analysis
What Are the Best 10 Short Novellas of All Time?
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What Are the Best 10 Short Novellas of All Time?
The Thorn by William Wordsworth | Structure, Summary, Analysis
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The Thorn by William Wordsworth | Structure, Summary, Analysis
Figure of Speech | Apostrophe in William Blake's "The Tyger"
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Figure of Speech | Apostrophe in William Blake's "The Tyger"
The Tyger by William Blake | Structure, Summary, Analysis
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The Tyger by William Blake | Structure, Summary, Analysis
Top 10 Creepiest American English Literature Stories You Need to Know
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Top 10 Creepiest American English Literature Stories You Need to Know
America by Allen Ginsberg | Structure, Summary, Analysis
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America by Allen Ginsberg | Structure, Summary, Analysis
A Few Gems from Women's Pen | Discover the Hidden Treasures of Women's Literature!
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A Few Gems from Women's Pen | Discover the Hidden Treasures of Women's Literature!
The Apprentice by Arun Joshi | Characters, Summary, Analysis
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The Apprentice by Arun Joshi | Characters, Summary, Analysis

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