Surrealism
Surrealism Surrealism promised to free the mind, of rational control, by exposing the subconscious mind of man…. These philosophical forerunners of the Absurd movement preached a new psychology based on combining the dreaming state...
Tagged: History of English Literature
Theatre of the Absurd
Introduction The Theatre of the Absurd was a short-lived yet significant theatrical movement, centred in Paris in the 1950’s. The beginning of “absurdism” lie in Avant-garde (Avant-garde refer to such works of art that...
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...
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...
The Duchess of Malfi by John Webster
The Duchess of Malfi by John Webster 💬 The Duchess of Malfi is like a spicy Shakespearean soap opera with a twist – it’s all about a widowed duchess who secretly marries...
The Canonization by John Donne
The Canonization by John Donne 💬Picture this: The Canonization by John Donne is all like, “Hey, our love is so over-the-top amazing that it’s practically on par with becoming a saint in the eyes...
Ted Hughes: Life and Works
Introduction Ted Hughes aka Edward James Hughes (1930-1998) was an English poet, translator, and children’s writer. He is best known for his innovative and powerful poetry that often explored themes of nature, mythology, and...
Characteristics of Victorian Poetry
Victorian poetry is about deep self-awareness, and exploration of human thoughts. It is known for its focus on moral and social struggles of mankind.
Poetry and Prose – Literary Forms (1/2)
Poetry and Prose A. Poetry Poetry is a form of literary art that uses aesthetic and rhythmic qualities of language to evoke meaning in addition to, or in place of, prosaic ostensible (apparent, seeming,...