A concise guide for all your readings
July 21, 2024
“Chronicle of a Death Foretold” by Gabriel Garcia Marquez is a captivating novella that explores the themes of honor, fate, and the power of social norms in a small Colombian town. Set in the fictional village of Sucre, the story revolves around the murder of Santiago Nasar and the events leading up to his untimely
READ MORE“Madame Bovary” by Gustave Flaubert is a classic novel that follows the tragic life of Emma Bovary, a young woman living in rural France in the mid-19th century. The novel explores themes of passion, longing, and the destructive consequences of pursuing unattainable dreams. Emma, a romantic and idealistic young woman, is unsatisfied with her mundane
READ MORE“Antigone” is a Greek tragedy written by Sophocles in the 5th century BCE. The play centers around the conflict between divine law and human law, as well as the consequences of one’s choices. The story follows Antigone, a young woman who defies the king’s decree to bury her brother, leading to a series of tragic
READ MORE“Medea” by Euripides is a tragic play that explores the depths of human passion, revenge, and the consequences of unchecked fury. The play centers around the protagonist, Medea, a woman of great intellect and cunning, whose actions and decisions drive the dramatic events that unfold. The play opens with Medea, a foreigner and former princess,
READ MORE“A Doll’s House” by Henrik Ibsen is a groundbreaking play that explores the themes of gender roles, societal expectations, and the search for personal identity. Set in the late 19th century, the play follows Nora Helmer, a young wife and mother, as she navigates the confines of her stifling marriage and confronts the hypocrisy of
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