A Defence of Poetry
A Defence of Poetry A Defence of Poetry is the most famous work of prose by P.B. Shelley (1792-1822). It was written in 1821 as a reaction to his friend Thomas Love Peacock’s treatise...
Preface to Shakespeare
Preface to Shakespeare By Dr. Samuel Johnson Introduction Samuel Johnson’s Preface to Shakespeare (1765) stands as a timeless piece of literary criticism where he transcends his political, personal, religious, and literary biases to objectively...
The Study of Poetry by Matthew Arnold
The Study of Poetry by Matthew Arnold Matthew Arnold as a Critic Matthew Arnold (1822-1888) is the greatest name among the Victorian critics who was a poet-turned critic. He started his literary career...
Metaphysical Poetry
Metaphysical Poetry Metaphysical poetry is a type of poetry characterised by intellectual and philosophical themes, use of conceits (extended metaphors), and exploration of the spiritual and physical aspects of love. The Metaphysical Poets Metaphysical poets...
Shakespeare’s Sonnets
Shakespeare’s Sonnets William Shakespeare (1564–1616) penned a collection of 154 sonnets, which are regarded as a significant accomplishment in English poetry. The primary source for Shakespeare’s sonnets is a quarto (a book made by...
Introduction to Literary Criticism
Introduction to Literary Criticism What is Literary Criticism? So, here is an introduction to field of Literary Criticism. Literary criticism refers to the evaluation and analysis of literature, including books, plays, poems, and other...
Walden by Thoreau
Walden by Thoreau 💬 In Walden, Henry David Thoreau invites us to embrace a simpler, self-reliant, and nature-inspired life, guiding us towards greater meaning and fulfilment. Key Facts Title: Walden, or Life in the...
Feminism in British Literature
Feminism in British Literature Feminism has been a recurring and influential theme in British literature, serving as a lens through which the evolving role of women in society is examined. It represents not only a...