Gone are the Before times—that is, your life before Emily St. John Mandel’s novel Station Eleven got its own miniseries on HBO. For those who’ve watched, Station Eleven has altered, shaken, and soothed our souls as we reckon with the …
5 Books to Read if You Liked Station Eleven
Gone are the Before times—that is, your life before Emily St. John Mandel’s novel Station Eleven got its own miniseries on HBO. For those who’ve watched, Station Eleven has altered, shaken, and soothed our souls as we reckon with the …
What to Expect From Sauron in Amazon’s New Adaptation of The Lord of the Rings
At long last, it appears that Amazon Studios’ highly anticipated television adaptation of J. R. R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings will make it to our living rooms within the next year. Details about the plot and cast are …
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How to Write a Persuasive Essay in 6 Steps
A persuasive essay is defined by two purposes: to convince the audience to agree with the speaker’s position on a debatable issue and to inspire listeners to take action. In order to succeed, the speaker must forge a relationship with …
Writing an Introduction in Six Steps
What Is an Introduction? As the first paragraph in your essay, a successful introduction grabs the readers’ attention, gives them the background information needed to understand the essay’s topic, and ends with the essay’s thesis statement. Writing a strong introduction …
5 Steps to Writing a Thesis Statement
What is a thesis statement? Simply put, the most important statement in an essay is your thesis. It is often the first and last sentence you work on, tinkering and revising throughout the writing process. It must be specific enough …
Teaching Poetic Devices Using “The Hill We Climb”
On January 20, 2021, Amanda Gorman faced a unique challenge. The youngest inaugural poet in United States history, Gorman wanted her poem “The Hill We Climb” to “envision a way in which our country can still come together and can …
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Jaques from As You Like It – A Shakespeare Analysis
Jaques is one of the best-loved characters from Shakespeare’s comedy As You Like It. While he does not play a central role regarding the development of the plot, his pessimistic and contemplative nature makes him an interesting study for readers …
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Top 10 Shakespeare Monologues to Enjoy Reading
Whether they be tragedy, comedy, or history, Shakespeare’s plays are often remembered by the strength of the monologues delivered at key moments. Macbeth is a particularly good example. The most critical scenes are punctuated by unforgettable speeches, dwelling on consequences, …