T.S. Eliot’s essay “The Function of Criticism” is one of the most important and influential essays ever written on literary criticism. In it, Eliot argues that the function of criticism is to “elucidate works of art and the correction of taste.” He defines a work of art as “something which has its own complete significance,” … Read more
The Heart of the Matter is a novel by Graham Greene set during World War II in Sierra Leone, a British colony in West Africa. The story follows Major Henry Scobie, a police officer and colonial administrator, as he grapples with his own morality and faith in a time of war. Scobie is stationed in … Read more
A Midsummer Night’s Dream: Analysis, Themes, and Characters with summary DSE Paper for Semester 5 of English Honours Students BBMKU University. Characters “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” a comedy play written by William Shakespeare, features a variety of characters. Here is a list of the main characters from the play: 1. Theseus: The Duke of Athens, … Read more
The Merchant of Venice is a play written by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written between 1596 and 1599. It is classified as one of Shakespeare’s comedies, although it contains elements of both comedy and tragedy. Characters Antonio: He is the titular merchant of Venice and the play’s central character. Antonio is a wealthy … Read more
Othello is a tragedy play written by William Shakespeare. It revolves around the Moorish general Othello, his ensign Iago, and Othello’s wife Desdemona. Iago manipulates Othello into believing that Desdemona has been unfaithful to him. He becomes consumed by jealousy and ultimately kills Desdemona. Realizing his mistake, He takes his own life. The play explores … Read more
King Lear is a tragedy play by William Shakespeare, written around 1606. It tells the story of King Lear, an aging monarch who decides to divide his kingdom among his three daughters. He plans to retire and enjoy his old age, but his decision leads to betrayal, deceit, and ultimately, tragedy. The play explores themes … Read more
Macbeth is a tragedy play written by William Shakespeare, believed to have been first performed in 1606. The play revolves around the character Macbeth, a Scottish general, who receives a prophecy from three witches that he will one day become the King of Scotland. Encouraged by his ambitious wife, Lady Macbeth, Macbeth decides to hasten … Read more
Candida by G. B. Shaw, written in 1894 and first published in 1898, as part of his Plays Pleasant. The central characters are clergyman James Morell, his wife Candida, and a youthful poet, Eugene Marchbanks, who tries to win Candida’s affections. The play questions Victorian notions of love and marriage, asking what a woman really … Read more
The Bluest Eye: A Notes for BA English Students of BBMKU University Dhanbad. This note is very helpful for exam preparation and assignment making. Characters Other important characters in the novel include: Summary The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison is a novel about a young African-American girl named Pecola Breedlove who grows up in Lorain, … Read more
In Custody: Here is a simple note on “In Custody” for BA English Honours Students. BBMKU University Dhabad semester 5. The questions have been dealt with here that can be asked during your examination. In Custody characters The main characters in Anita Desai’s novel In Custody are: Other notable characters include: Desai’s characters are complex … Read more
“The Wild Swans at Coole,” penned by the celebrated Irish poet William Butler Yeats, is a poignant and introspective work that beautifully captures the essence of nature’s enduring beauty and the ephemeral nature of human existence. Set against the backdrop of Coole Park, a place of personal significance to the poet, the poem delves into … Read more
20th century British English literature is a vast and diverse field, encompassing a wide range of genres, styles, and themes. The period is often divided into two main movements: Modernism and Postmodernism. Modernism Modernism was a literary movement that began in the early 20th century and lasted until the mid-century. Modernist writers experimented with new … Read more