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Raymond Carver’s “Cathedral” is a short story about a narrator who is visited by his wife’s friend, Robert. The narrator is not comfortable with Robert, and he doesn’t understand why his wife enjoys his company. However, over the course of their visit, the narrator begins to see Robert in a different light. He starts to … Read more
A book review of The First Seven Years by Bernard Malamud should not include any spoilers. The book is about a father and daughter who are estranged from each other. The daughter, Sarah, is getting married and the father, Feld, tries to reconnect with her. However, their relationship is fraught with tension and they ultimately … Read more
“Checkouts” is a short story written by Cynthia Rylant. It is about a young girl who working at a grocery store and the different customers she encounters. The girl learns about people and their lives through their interactions at the checkout line. The theme of the short story Checkouts by Cynthia Rylant is expressed with … Read more
“Bullet in the Brain” is a short story by Tobias Wolff. It was first published in The Atlantic Monthly in 1981. The story is told from the perspective of a book editor, who is shot in the head during a robbery. As he lies dying, he reflects on his life and career. Wolff uses sharp, … Read more
It is interesting to note that in the story “Tea” by Saki, marriage is not something that is looked upon favorably. In fact, one could argue that the story takes a rather negative view of marriage. This is made clear through the character of Mrs. Saunders, who is unhappy in her own marriage and does … Read more
The Pit and The Pendulum is a short story written by Edgar Allan Poe. The story is about a man who is sentenced to death by the Spanish Inquisition. The man is put into a pit where he is slowly lowered into a pool of water. The man’s fate is decided by a pendulum that … Read more
Flight Patterns is a short story by Sherman Alexie. The story follows Sherman, a Native American man, as he travels from his home on the Spokane Indian Reservation to Seattle for a business trip. Along the way, Sherman reflects on his life and relationships, both past and present. Sherman Alexie is a Spokane/Coeur d’Alene Indian … Read more
In Robert Olen Butler’s short story “Jealous Husband Returns in Form of Parrot”, a man is so consumed by jealousy that he comes back from the dead as a parrot to spy on his wife. The husband, who was previously a successful businessman, is now reduced to living in a cage and repeating the same … Read more
Isabel Allende’s short story “Of Clay We Are Made” is a powerful tale of love, loss, and hope. The story follows the life of Raimundo, a young man who is born with a deformity that makes him an outcast in his community. Despite the challenges he faces, Raimundo falls in love with Paulina, a beautiful … Read more
Reginald McKnight is a critically acclaimed author whose work often deals with difficult topics and complex emotions. In his short story “The Kind of Light that Shines on Texas,” he tackles the issue of race and conflict head-on. The story centers around two young men, one black and one white, who are caught up in … Read more
“Fireweed” is a short story by Skye Brannon. It is about a young girl who discovers a mysterious plant that she believes has magical properties. She uses the plant to try to save her family from a fire that threatens their home. The short story Fireweed, written by Skye Brannon in 2009, follows a young … Read more
“Sister Flowers” is a short story written by Maya Angelou. It tells the story of a young girl, Marguerite, who is taken under the wing of a local woman known as Sister Flowers. Sister Flowers is a kind and wise woman who helps Marguerite to see the beauty in life. She teaches her about literature, … Read more
Gish Jen is an acclaimed short story writer who often tackles themes of American society. In her stories, Jen often highlights the struggles and challenges that come with living in a country that is constantly changing. One of her most famous stories, “The Giver” deals with a family’s struggle to keep up with the ever-changing … Read more
“Here’s Herbie” by Mike Feder is a short story about a young man named Herbie who tries to find his place in the world. He doesn’t quite fit in anywhere, but he eventually finds a home with a group of misfits and outcasts. The story follows Herbie as he tries to find his way in … Read more
“The Adventures in the Unknown Interior of America” is a short story written by Cabeza de Vaca. In the story, Cabeza de Vaca and his companions become stranded in the American interior after their shipwreck. They are taken in by a group of Native Americans and slowly assimilate into their way of life. Over time, … Read more
D.H Lawrence’s “Tickets Please” is a short story about a young woman working as a ticket inspector on a train. She is attracted to one of the passengers, a young man, and they begin a relationship. However, the relationship is not without its problems, and the two eventually break up. In the beginning of your … Read more
Mines by Susan Straight is a short story about a group of friends who find an abandoned house in the woods and decide to explore it. Soon they realize that the house is not as abandoned as they thought and that they are not alone. Mines is a story of friendship, loyalty, and courage. It … Read more
What I Have Been Doing Lately is a short story by Jamaica Kincaid. In the story, the narrator reflects on her recent activities and how they have been impacting her life. The story provides a glimpse into the mind of the narrator as she tries to make sense of her current situation. What I Have … Read more
John Updike’s “A&P” is a short story about a young man named Sammy who works in a grocery store. He is faced with a decision to either stand up for what he believes in, or to do what is expected of him. Sammy ultimately decides to stand up for himself and his beliefs, but this … Read more
Penelope Lively is a short story writer known for her humor and wit. “The happiest days of your life” is a collection of Penelope Lively’s short stories that focus on the central theme of happiness. Penelope Lively’s stories are filled with characters who are searching for happiness in their lives. In “The happiest days of … Read more
Many people are fascinated by the literature era of Absurdism. It combined so many different traits that one can only describe as absurd. And what does Absurdism consist of? The absurd, of course. Absurdist texts are filled with themes, character, and a plot that are very absurd and almost uncomprehendable. One could ask “What is … Read more
Suicide is the second leading cause of death among individuals aged ten to twenty-four years old, only to be passed by motor vehicle accidents as the leading cause of death. More teenagers die from suicide than from Aids, birth defects, cancer, heat disease, stroke, pneumonia, influenza and chronic lung disease combined. Teens who have combated … Read more
What was your first impression of the book? My first impression of the novel titled “a small free kiss in the dark”was ,that it would be a bit weird. Because the title made absolutely no sense to me, and it still doesn’t make sense to me in chapter 11. Aside from that after reading the … Read more
Alice Munro, nee Alice Ann Laidlaw, was born on July 10, 1931 in Ontario, Canada. Born to a fox farmer father, Robert Eric Laidlaw, and a former schoolteacher mother, Anne Clarke Chamney Laidlaw. She left her family’s farm to study at the University of Western Ontario, where she majored in journalism and English. However, she … Read more
In this paper, the writer will briefly discuss two critics’ analyses of two texts written by Edgar Allan Poe. These texts are Tell-Tale Heart and the Cask of Amontillado. The writer will introduce the reader to Poe and provide a brief biography. The writer will then summarize the two critical analyses written by critics of … Read more
Mithian sniffed a couple of white roses with a contented smile. Their gentle scent soothed her mind and soul. She exhaled allowing Tension’s stranglehold to dissipate upon the warm late afternoon breeze. Granted she still worried about the enchanted nobles in the dungeon. She could almost smell Discontent’s toxic odor hanging over the castle. But … Read more
Kino edged like a slow lizard down the smooth rock shoulder. He could see the faint outline of the trackers that were dark shapes against the moonlit sky. He was careful to remain silent and unnoticed with every step, every breath that he took, and every movement he made. Against his bare back, Kino felt … Read more
As a one of a kind method for exhibiting subjects and setting the plot of stories, most creators convey utilization of epiphany among other artistic, literary components. Utilization of epiphany can well be exhibited through characters when they abruptly come to a defining realization within the story or a sudden moment of understanding. In the … Read more
The Jedi Council Meeting Chamber was abuzz with activity. The twelve members of the High Council were urgently making their way to the chairs in which they sat every meeting. The chairs were custom made for each Master. Once the room had settled down, the Grand Master, a short, long-haired man with his dark hair … Read more
In what seems like an eternity in limbo Hunter comes out of it, still unable to move because of the pain. He is still in the trunk he knows that much and the car is moving. Being the soldier that he is he gives himself the once over as best he can. His leg throbs … Read more
Bowling at one time throughout the 1950s and 1960s and for a few more decades following was the most popular participation sport in America. Today it still remains popular among Americans, but not nearly at the level it once was. For whatever reason a town’s bowling alley or alleys in some cases close, the community … Read more
It was nice and crisp day at the ball fields. Alyx was up to bat with the tying run one third. There was 2 outs and she has a 3-2 count with the bases loaded. She sees the pitch coming in. She’s thinking, “I can do it, I can do it, Hit, Hit, Hit, Hit. … Read more
Auron stood away from the altar. He could only watch his two companions approach it in abject silence. He’d noticed Davon’s change gradually as they made their way back from Morvac. He was emotionless, lending only blank, uncaring stares as they traversed the wooded areas to the spire. Matthiu was more beside himself. The unending … Read more
Pendragon: The Merchant of Death by D. J . MacHale is about 14 year old Bobby Pendragon who is going to save the world. It all starts when his uncle, Uncle Press, visits his house before he goes to a basketball game. He tells Bobby that there are some people who need their help and … Read more
Auron stood away from the altar. He could only watch his two companions approach it in abject silence. He’d noticed Davon’s change gradually as they made their way back from Morvac. He was emotionless, lending only blank, uncaring stares as they traversed the wooded areas to the spire. Matthiu was more beside himself. The unending … Read more
“That’s a nice looking young man. ” Her mother’s voice surprised her and she turned quickly and rushed past her mother into the shop. “I wonder if his parents are part of Charleston Society. ” Her mother’s words were typical; it was always about wealth and society with her. Either you were well bred or … Read more
“Sevyn! ” “Sevyn! ” Four figures were appearing in a boat, jumping out fast. Sevyn was on top of her house when she heard her name being called. She noticed her dad, a national guard and three other men approaching her. They were telling her jump off the roof into their arms. Sevyn hesitated for … Read more
The Egg, by Andy Weir takes place in second and first person pronouns – it is a dialogue between “I” and “You”, with the reader being “you” in this short anecdote. It starts off with the “I” speaker, of the story, talking to us – the reader, that we have died in a car accident. … Read more
The speedster took off running, lightning entering the nearby warehouse and stopping there. Obviously a trap, but Star City’s vigilante hoped he could outsmart his adversary, rushing in the dark after the speedster. Damn speedster…the things you’re making me do, Barry. Crunching as he entered the premise using a broken window, Oliver was keeping all … Read more
“There is only so much on Earth and it is a waste of time to continue your delusional ways” A common criticism against Jack Aron. The great adventurer who discovered nothing. In dreams he stood among the greatest adventures atop his own mountain in his own continent, however in reality he sat in a dirty … Read more
Green grass stretches for miles, broken up around the edges with white fluffy sand that leads to the deep blue ocean. This island located in the middle of the world holds only one small, little house. The air was hot, the only relief was a light cool breeze that made the grass tickle her thigh … Read more
“Yeah she is. I have no idea how Dom is going to take it though. You remember Beau talking about the thing I used to have with him… I honestly don’t know if all my feelings for him are gone yet.” “Don’t sweat it, Otto. Things will work out for you in the end. They … Read more
Keltie leaned in. Her soulmate’s hands were on her shoulders, caressing gently. It was too dark for her to make out a face, all she could see was a shadowy figure and a bright smile. After looking for years, she had finally found someone who was hers, and only hers. A kiss would make it … Read more
“Are you sure you’ll be fine without me? ” Mabel asked, twiddling her numbs nervously as she sat on her bed in the room she shared with her brother in the Mystery Shack. Mabel was preparing to leave for a fun day with her friends, Candy and Grenda, as she planned to spend this summer … Read more
In connection to a complete rebirth would be in the imagery of the invisible man waking up from the factory incident. “Mother, who was my mother? Mother, the one who screams when you suffer-but who? This was stupid, you always knew your mother’s name. Who was it that screamed? Mother? But the scream came from … Read more
A bromance is a “close, nonsexual relationship between men” (Merriamwebster. com). The male friendship is shown very diversely in both the short story “Hunters in the snow” and the film Superbad. In the article, “Bring back the Bromance” the author brings attention to what everyone is thinking. “To be close friends, men need to be … Read more
When it came to social inequalities, the African American community relied on drugs and music to overlook their struggles. “Sonny’s Blues” by James Baldwin was a short story about living in poverty in Harlem. In the beginning of the story, the narrator discovers that his brother Sonny was imprisoned for selling and possessing drugs and … Read more
“Okay, everything looks good,” they nod and hand me a small plastic receipt, “Go ’round the corner and one of our technicians will be with you shortly. ” I’d been donating blood to ZLB plasma for the past few months, ever since I’d left Lana and the luxury of Kenwood for this small one bedroom … Read more
The People’s Champion Harlan Ellison’s “Repent, Harlequin! ‘ Said the Ticktockman” incorporates, and perfectly balances, a goofy silliness and foreboding seriousness. Ellison’s story invites readers to reflect upon their own values, and whether or not they are meaningful. The society within the story has many parallels with the reader’s, and encompasses many of the same … Read more
How does one give up on a dream they had once achieved? Some may move on, but for many, it is easy to remain stuck in those vivid moments they think of every time they close their eyes. Anything other than staying determined is unthinkable, although it is not an easy feat with every obstacle … Read more
