At eNotes, we're excited to announce the launch of our brand-new Literary Criticism Collection! This comprehensive resource is designed to deepen your understanding of classic and contemporary literature by providing detailed analyses and insights from leading critics, including many of the greatest critics to ever publish, across a range of genres, authors, and works. Whether…
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Shakespeare’s Macbeth is filled with moral complexity, driven by ambition, betrayal, and outright cruelty. But not all characters are equally steeped in evil. Here’s our ranking of Macbeth characters, starting from the least evil and working our way up to the most malicious. 9. Duncan The Innocent King Duncan, the benevolent king of Scotland, is…
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We've all seen ducks flying around, doing duck-like things in the park, and just being cool birds. But literary icons? Really? Ducks may seem like an unlikely source of literary greatness, but these web-footed characters have waddled, quacked, and flapped their way into some of the most beloved stories ever. From children's classics to rude…
We all know that big Hollywood hits like Pride and Prejudice or The Hunger Games are based on books, but what about those films you’ve enjoyed without realizing they’re actually literary adaptations? Many popular films have literary origins that go unnoticed, especially when they’re loosely adapted or based on obscure (or even unknown) works. Here are…
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The 20th century was full of horrors. Two world wars, genocides in multiple parts of Europe, and rapid technological growth that was both destructive and frightening. A direct result of this terror and uncertainty are some of the most profound and unsettling visions of dystopia, exploring oppressive regimes, crumbling societies, and bleak futures. These novels…
In-class essays can be intimidating. You might even say they're some of the hardest things you'll have to do in an English class. You’re given a prompt, a limited amount of time, and the pressure to produce a polished essay on the spot. Even if you are a good writer, this can be daunting because…
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Writing an essay on George Orwell's 1984 can be hard, especially when you sit down the first time to actually get it done. After all, this dystopian novel is packed with complex ideas about surveillance, freedom, and power. But the key to writing a great essay isn’t just summarizing the plot or analyzing the apparent…
Crafting an exceptional essay is a cornerstone of academic success. Whether you’re working on a high school assignment or tackling a college-level paper, the ability to write a compelling essay can set you apart. At eNotes, we understand that the journey from a rough draft to a polished A+ essay can be challenging. That’s why…
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