Summary and Analysis of “Abou Ben Adhem” by Leigh Hunt: 2022<
September 21, 2018 by Website Contributors
Summary and Analysis of “Abou Ben Adhem” by Leigh Hunt: 2022

“Abou Ben Adhem” is a narrative poem by Leigh Hunt in which he attempts to capture the spirit of brotherhood and fraternity with a hint of spiritual satisfaction. Leigh Hunt was an English essayist, critic, poet, and writer who was a sincere admirer of Thomas Gray and William Collins. This poem is based on the… Continue reading Summary and Analysis of “Abou Ben Adhem” by Leigh Hunt: 2022

Analysis of ‘Our Little Ghost’ by Louisa May Alcott: 2022<
September 14, 2018 by Website Contributors
Analysis of ‘Our Little Ghost’ by Louisa May Alcott: 2022

The poem Our Little Ghost by Louisa May Alcott is about a ghost of a child who visits the narrator’s house each night. The ghost is said to bring comfort to the dark night with her innocence and tenderness. The narrator uses words such as “fearless,” “thoughtful,” and “loving” to describe the ghost’s gentle nature.… Continue reading Analysis of ‘Our Little Ghost’ by Louisa May Alcott: 2022

Stanza-wise Summary of The Eve of Waterloo by Lord Byron: 2022<
January 25, 2018 by Website Contributors
Stanza-wise Summary of The Eve of Waterloo by Lord Byron: 2022

About the poet: George Gordon Byron was born on 22nd January 1788, in Aberdeen, Scotland. He inherited his family’s English title at the age of ten, becoming Baron Byron of Rochdale. While still in school, Byron’s first poetry collection, titled Fugitive Pieces, was published anonymously in 1806. The next year, he published his second collection, Hours of… Continue reading Stanza-wise Summary of The Eve of Waterloo by Lord Byron: 2022

The Gift: Analysis: 2022<
August 29, 2017 by Website Contributors
The Gift: Analysis: 2022

The Gift: Analysis A transcendent poem on motivation and kindness, ‘The Gift’ achieves that unique outlook of a spiritual holism. The poem takes a holistic approach towards healing, be it physical or spiritual. The poem is tender in its portrayal of a father-son relationship.On the literal level, the poem describes a memory where the poet… Continue reading The Gift: Analysis: 2022

Summary of The Gift by Li-Young Lee: 2022<
August 29, 2017 by Website Contributors
Summary of The Gift by Li-Young Lee: 2022

About the Poet: Li-Young Lee was born in Jakarta, Indonesia in 1957 to Chinese parents. His great-grandfather on his mother’s side was the famous Yuan Shikai, the first Republican President of China. His father was a physician who served Mao Zedong.  His father soon relocated to Indonesia where Lee was born. There his father played an instrumental… Continue reading Summary of The Gift by Li-Young Lee: 2022

Critical Analysis of Mother to Son by Langston Hughes: 2022<
August 28, 2017 by Website Contributors
Critical Analysis of Mother to Son by Langston Hughes: 2022

Critical Analysis of Mother to Son: This poem is a symbol of the struggle which the Negro Race had to endure throughout their time in America. From being taken from their native homes in Africa to the oppressive shallow fields of America, the race of black people have struggled and are still struggling till the date.… Continue reading Critical Analysis of Mother to Son by Langston Hughes: 2022

Mother to Son by Langston Hughes as an Autobiographical Poem: 2022<
August 28, 2017 by Website Contributors
Mother to Son by Langston Hughes as an Autobiographical Poem: 2022

About the Poet: James Mercer Langston Hughes (1902- 1967) commonly known as Langston Hughes was an American poet, social activist, novelist, playwright, and columnist. He was born in Joplin, Missouri. He was of African-American origin, his mother, Caroline Mercer Langston, was a school teacher and his father, James Nathaniel Hughes. He was a pioneer of the,… Continue reading Mother to Son by Langston Hughes as an Autobiographical Poem: 2022

Solved Short Question of A Tiger In The Zoo by Leslie Norris: 2022<
August 28, 2017 by Website Contributors
Solved Short Question of A Tiger In The Zoo by Leslie Norris: 2022

  Short Questions: Q1: ‘He stalks in his vivid stripes.’How does the tiger look in his cage? A:  The tiger has sharp, clear stripes on his body.He looks majestic as he moves slowly and quietly in his cage. He has soft velvety pads.He makes no noise as he moves. Q2: ‘On pads of velvet quiet… Continue reading Solved Short Question of A Tiger In The Zoo by Leslie Norris: 2022

Analysis, Central Idea and Theme of The Eve of Waterloo: 2022<
August 25, 2017 by Website Contributors
Analysis, Central Idea and Theme of The Eve of Waterloo: 2022

Critical Analysis of The Eve of Waterloo: Among the Romantic poets of the 19th century, certain things are to be found in common. For example, their work often contained ethereal descriptions of nature. Also, they were all more or less influenced by current events, such as the French Revolution and the wars fought by England.… Continue reading Analysis, Central Idea and Theme of The Eve of Waterloo: 2022

Analysis, Central Idea and Theme of Women: 2022<
August 23, 2017 by Website Contributors
Analysis, Central Idea and Theme of Women: 2022

Critical Analysis of Women: This poem employs a strategy that is fairly common in feminist writings – that of conformity to patriarchal expectations on the surface, and of subversion to such expectations at a deeper level of meaning. Patriarchy has been defined as a system of society or government in which men hold the power… Continue reading Analysis, Central Idea and Theme of Women: 2022