Learn what the panopticon is and why it plays such an important role in oppressing the women of Gilead in Margaret Atwood’s The Handmaid’s Tale. Originally published in 1985, The Handmaid’s Tale has been part of countless controversies ranging from book burnings to bans against the book in several countries, including Spain and Portugal, for…
Let us look at some of the most famous works of Ernest Hemingway, one of the most important writers of The Lost Generation, and what makes his writing so unique and enjoyable. Amidst the ravaged world left in the wake of World War 1, there appeared a gathering of writers troubled by the weight of…
Let us take you through all the markers of a cultural phenomenon that the Harry Potter universe has bestowed on the Muggles, making the fantastical universe come alive in popular imagination! “Mr. and Mrs. Dursley, of number four Privet Drive, were proud to say that they were perfectly normal, thank you very much.” ~ Opening…
Whether you’re an ardent environmentalist or simply someone seeking a deeper connection with the world around you, these 5 books on eco-literature invite you to explore a multitude of themes surrounding the environment. As July rolls around, the warmth of summer embraces us, and the world seems to come alive in vibrant hues of green….
Umberto Eco’s literary masterpiece, The Name of the Rose, was adapted to the screen in 1986. Here’s a discussion of the challenges in adapting Eco’s novel and how the filmmakers overcome them in the course of the movie. Adapting a beloved book to the silver screen has long been a topic of discussion between those…
In a world dominated by screens and digital distractions, book clubs have rekindled the joy of reading and restored the communal experience of storytelling. Learn more about the importance of book clubs below! Book reading is usually considered a solitary activity. But picture this: it’s you and your friends, or a bunch of strangers, sitting…