The Oxford Movement was a religious movement that began at Oxford University in 1833. It started after John Keble gave an important...Continue
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‘The Origin of Species’ (1859) was a criticized scientific book in the Victorian period (1833-1901). This book was against Christian belief. For...Continue
The Hundred Years’ War was a series of conflicts between England and France that lasted from 1337 to 1453. It was not...Continue
"Drama of Ideas" is a theatrical genre that strongly emphasizes the exploration and discussion of complex philosophical, political, or social ideas. This...Continue
Stream of Consciousness is a way of writing that shows a character's inner thoughts and feelings. It tries to show how the...Continue
Sir Roger de Coverley is a fictional character. He appeared in the work of British authors Joseph Addison and Richard Steele in...Continue
The Reformation was a major change in religious and cultural life during the 16th century. It was a time when people challenged...Continue
Puritanism was a religious movement that began in the late 16th century in England. The Puritans wanted to "purify" the Church of...Continue
Developing in the 18th century, Pantheism believes that God and the Universe are the same thing. This philosophical term is derived from...Continue
John Keats (1795-1821), a well-known Romantic literary poet, coined the term "Negative Capability" in a letter to his brothers, George and Tom,...Continue
Lyrical Ballads is a groundbreaking poetry collection published in 1798 jointly by the two romantic rebel poets William Wordsworth (1770-1850) and Samuel...Continue
Alfred the Great or King Alfred (847/849 - 899) is called the “father of English Prose.” He was the king of Wessex...Continue
Gothic literature is a literary genre of dark and suspenseful settings, often presenting crumbling castles, gloomy monasteries, and ancient cemeteries. It appeared...Continue
The Globe Theatre is one of the most famous theatres in history. It was built in London during the time of William...Continue
Absurd Drama is a type of drama that became popular in the mid-20th century. The word "absurd" refers to the strange and...Continue
"Hellenism" refers to Greek art, culture, literature, Greek spirit, and the way of Greek life. To put it differently, "Hellenism" usually stands...Continue
“Revenge is a kind of wild Justice,” explain it. Francis Bacon's (1561-1626) essay "Of Revenge" (1625) begins with the remarkable statement, "Revenge...Continue
The Restoration Age (1660-1700) is a significant period in English history and literature. It began when Charles II was restored to the...Continue
Bring out the influence of the Renaissance on Bacon with special reference to his essays. Or Bring out the Renaissance elements from...Continue
Early Life and Education Ralph Waldo Emerson was born in Boston, Massachusetts, on May 25, 1803. His father, William Emerson, was a...Continue
Alexander Pope (1688-1744) was a prominent figure in the Neo-Classical Age. He made significant contributions to literature through his satirical and didactic...Continue
Poetic Diction Poetic diction refers to poets' distinctive style and language to create their poetic works. It involves the intended selection of...Continue
Langston Hughes is an American poet, novelist, playwright, social activist and columnist. He is well known for his powerful and evocative poetry....Continue
The Norman Conquest of England in 1066 marked a significant turning point in the country's history. This conquest was led by William...Continue