Henry James’ The Turn of the Screw has inspired several movie adaptations and a popular Netflix TV series by Mike Flanagan. Here, the author dives into the novella that oscillates between the supernatural and the psychical. Who doesn’t love a good old ghost story? Tales filled with macabre and sinister elements that let us project…
Author: Shaswata Ray
The Best Works of Edgar Allan Poe and Why You Should Read Them
Let us explore the best works of Edgar Allan Poe that will help you get started with his oeuvre of literature. Edgar Allan Poe was one of the finest literary figures from America, whose influence has been as far-reaching as it is long-lasting. Poe was a master of mystery and intrigue, specializing in tales revolving…
Yevgeny Zamyatin’s “We” (Review): The Novel that Inspired Orwell
In this review, the author delves into the plot summary and themes of Yevgeny Zamyatin We, the book that inspired Orwell’s 1984. While most people are familiar with George Orwell’s landmark dystopian novel 1984, which has led to terms like “Orwellian” and “Big Brother” becoming part of popular cultural language, far fewer are aware of…
All My Sons by Arthur Miller (Review): A Modern Tragedy With Lasting Emotional Impact
Arthur Miller’s play, All My Sons, is an exceptional study of modern tragedy, focusing on the rapidly changing world under the influence of capital. Read its review here. Arthur Miller’s three-act play All My Sons, written in 1946 and produced for Broadway the following year, is popularly considered to be one of the finest modern…