World Literature Essay Examples and Topics. Page 7

Fiction can possibly include the happenings of everyday life and is reliant on the person that narrates the happenings, the manner of its narration, and its composition.

It is worth noting that, in the novel Maps by Nuruddin Farah, the writer examines the problems of national identity through a gender-oriented interpretation of the history of Somalia.

The purpose of this essay is to detect and analyze various traits of racism in Shakespeare's famous piece Othello and how it relates to the character of Othello.

It is the story of the life of a man of great wisdom and spiritual strength in the early days of the colonization of Iceland.

A balance between good and evil is the main theme of this story with its focus on character development, both within the characters of the larger text as well as with Fenoglio and the characters [...]

Eve is the central character of the narrative in Genesis 1-3 and one of the central figures in the Bible. In this regard, understanding the development of Eve is essential, including the analysis of her [...]

The news spreads far and quickly, but the creature fails to live up to the expectations of the curious crowd and is soon forgotten. It is likely that the angel's stay was exactly as he [...]

The purpose of this paper is to discuss the prominent elements of fiction used in A Doll's House as the most vivid example of Ibsen's approach, analyze the applied dramatic techniques, and describe different layers [...]

Nabokov and Poe use literary devices to create meaning, connect with the audience and deliver their message. The protagonists are different, with one of them being static, while another one changes.

"The Family Instructions of Mr. The author of "The Family Instructions of Mr.

However, when the memories of his wife resurface, and he goes to the grave to pay his respects, he realizes that he feels no remorse.

Most of the women in Midaq Alley support the community life, the way it is in the traditional setting. Women in the Alley hated her because of her lust for money.

I believe that he will return to the tomb of his wife, only this time, in such a manner that he will finally be able to join her in the afterlife, in death.

He comes back home with the idea that nothing has changed and expects to find all the intriguing things about his home the same as he left them and to his disappointment, nothing is as [...]

73 to 143 is to explain the essence of the idea of the island of the dead. The main events are the expected inaugural speech the new director Cho, his expectations to promote a number [...]

Since these tales were adopted by many other groups of people that came from Africa and now live in different parts of the world, there are numerous versions of both the stories themselves and the [...]

Following the effects of the unrest of revolutions and the Stalin's regime, the 20th Century authors sought to address the suffering that the public experienced as well as the social ills fueled by the Communist [...]

With the help of the idea that stands behind each of the martial arts style, and the character that stands behind it, the author manages to convey the specifics of the given character's features and [...]

In turn, it could be assumed that the vehement feeling of connection to the particular culture influences perceptions and identity of an individual about the place of his/her culture in the world due to the [...]

One example of this can be seen in the case of the story "Evermore" where the main character of the story is sad about the death of her brother and the fact that many people [...]

As a result, Cosimo position is represented through denial of the "ground" life and preference to live in another world which is above.

The book, A Raisin in the Sun, clearly Lorraine Hansberry's masterpiece, presents a 1950s life of a family- the Youngers; the family is caught up with individualism as they make decisions regarding money acquired from [...]

The closer he gets to the truth, the bitter the reality of his dreadful fate unveils. This is the mistake he made as this search made his life full of agony.

The book 'English sorrows of young Werther' is about the individual and the subjectivity that results in doing so. This book was representative of a kind of revolution in literature owing to the prevalence of [...]

If this poem were to be viewed as a reaction to the race riots of 1919, the "hogs" could be likened to African Americans, which hints at the "beasts" they were innately believed to be.

The "Symposium" is one example of Plato's dialogues that address the subject of love. The other character in the "Symposium" is Diotima, a sophistic prophetess who supposedly taught Socrates about the mysteries of love.

The expected conclusion of the paper is that ghosts do not exist, and ghost stories are only meant to mislead people.

The work validates the status of Muhammad as the spiritual leader of Muslims. The work refers to the account of the birth of Muhammad.

Based on everything that has been presented so far, it is the opinion of this story that despite all the misery and negative feelings for her current life, Eveline fears to leave what is familiar [...]

Coelho demonstrates that while the love demanding the sacrifice of one's dream is not true, the genuine love serves as a stimulus for living out the Personal Legend and achieving the happiness.

The Divine Comedy is one of the greatest samples of the world literature, the synthesis of the medieval philosophy and the premonition of the Renaissance.

The main characters of the play are the members of a royal family, the rulers of the city of Thebes, King Oedipus and his wife Jocasta.

Zhenzhen was brave enough to leave a society that could only associate her with the Japanese rapes, and this was her way of seeking independence.

One of the main peculiarities of Lu Xun's writing is that he chooses to give tiny details that can enable the readers to understand the mental decline of the narrator.

This significantly changes how the characters are viewed wherein Abbas instead of being a victim becomes the redeemer with Hamida being the victim that Abbas is trying to redeem in the end.

In conclusion, it is noteworthy that both teachings insist on a gradual process of learning and the use of meta-language in building a robust foundation of English.

We further analyze the individuals and how their actions and activities affect the society's social culture in relation to the post-colonial society of today.

In the tragedy, Orestes is listened to and Athena ensures the right of each party to talk. However, in the film, the people of Africa are not heard.

Paul in the book of Romans says that Adam was a typology of Christ and that Christian baptism in the New Testament is represented by the salvation of mankind in the flood of Noah.

As a young boy, Voltaire received his education at the Jesuit school between the years 1704 and 1711. As a result, Voltaire was arrested severally and imprisoned by the authorities.

Also rendering the issue of the fallen world and the supernatural elements within the realm of the ordinary, the plot of a Gothic novel is traditionally composed of mystery, elements of fear or terror and [...]

Despite the fact that the church does not qualify to be folklore, the sentiments, attitudes and belief systems of the people towards the church are folklore.

To understand the significance of the creation story for different cultures and explore the particular features of the myth, it is necessary to focus on the Mesopotamian myth known as the Enuma Elish, on the [...]

Before the woman could notify the buyer about the blemish in the cake, the buyer acknowledged before a crowd that she had baked the beautiful cake.

While Coupland uses Cheryl, Jason, Allison, Heather and Reg to bring into the novel a four unique viewpoints on faith and spirituality, such a diverse exploration of faith helps the reader to gain a deeper [...]

Representation of the king as an overprotective father and benevolent king, the thirteenth wise woman who has turned the curse to blessing by revealing the princess from her farther care and allowing her to become [...]

The book "In the realm of dying emperor" tries to put forth the significance of the death of Emperor Hirohito who died of cancer.

Therefore froggin' is part and parcel of the people of Cajun to the extent that they have set aside a day to celebrate frogs which is a part of tender diet as illustrated above.

He is against the footpath and in the spirit of converting the school, which he considers backward he wants the path closed.

In the book, Natsume Soseki brings out the upheaval of the Meiji period as he relates to the tales of a stray cat probing deeper into the lives of human beings and fellow cats living [...]

First and foremost, the Satman Jews must be mentioned, mainly because of the impact that they have had on the development of the Jewish culture, as well as on the world perception of the latter.

The book notes that when the Jews were forced into the concentration camps, Elie and his family remained calm and obeyed every directive from their oppressors. The author attributed the enmity among the Jews to [...]

The novel offers a distorted version of the court system, where the readers focus on the trial process, although the opening part of the story already focuses on the ambiguity of the situation.

This hopelessness that has been impeded on her makes her aware of her future in the world and provokes her to build a wall around her.

The author of the book presents his hero in two ways: on the one hand, he depicts the boy, who is full of hopes and expectations; on the other hand, he shows the boy whose [...]

Another use of magical realism of animals is illustrated by the use of the mules to transport the casket after the wagon is destroyed in the floods.

Students find the book resourceful, but it's actually the teachers who benefit the most from it as it highlights issues necessary in children literature, and how best to introduce it to elementary education students. She [...]

The group was involved in the distribution of leaflets that encouraged people to oppose the regime of Adolf Hitler. For instance, in 1945, there was the prosecution of one of the key members of the [...]

Good is usually thought to be the will of God and in this case the Franks are deemed to represent good since they are moved by the will of God while the Saracens are seen [...]

The outline of the book describes the lifeline of the author that starts from her youth up to her adult life.

The authors use the words 'to obey' to emphasize the fault of the little girl's mother and her way of girls' upbringing.

It is evident in the story that it is Gregor who woks to take care of his family and therefore the rest of the family members did not.

The paper shows how satire is used in the novel and how it helps in the development of the plot of the story.

Whether the character is the wizened old man Coyote of the Crow tribes, Raven in the Indian lore or even Wakdjunkaga of the Winnebago, the narratives seems to be written from the same script.

Eve is weak, and the ability of the devil to trick her into committing sin makes her impure. The main contrasting character of Sita is the inability to heed her husband's requests.

Sir Gawain and the Green Knight is a story that comprises of the themes of Christianity and magic as they both play an important role in the story.

This highlights the theme of loyalty, as the soldiers are ready to obey orders well aware of the dangers involved. The author continues to explore the symbol of compliance and selflessness by explicating how soldiers [...]

The central idea of the story is closely related to the physical setting since the factory is a symbol of the limitation of society within the established framework.

Red Riding Hood is sent to the grandmother, and the little girl's mother forbids her from leaving the path in the woods. The main villain in the story of The Little Red Riding Hood is [...]

"A Season in the Life of Emmanuel," one of Canada's literary classics, is a horrifying portrayal of the savage poverty and misery that were a part of the countryside in the middle of the past [...]

However, in addition to fun, jokes can carry a deeper meaning and notes of satire on current topics."Philogelos" is one of the oldest collections that has survived to the present and is valuable for research.

Candide utilizes satire in the influential organizations in society, beginning with the military, the churches, and the aristocracy. In addition to that, the aristocracy seemed parasitic and corrupt.

The significance of building connections with individuals from various cultural backgrounds is one idea covered in the book that I want to use in my field of research.

The story represents the work and life of a group of medical interns who work the night shift in the hospital in Dublin.

Based on this story's analysis, it is apparent that its setting and mood significantly shape the narration and readers' attitude to it through Kenya's location, which determines culture and the tone of anxiety, hopelessness, annoyance, [...]

He has attained literary recognition and is regarded as a prominent genius."His talents were so constituted as to gain both the confidence of the general public and the stable admiration and sympathy of the critical".

An in-depth analysis of this book's occurrences and Maud's approach to the situation represent social norms. In the first story, "An Elderly Lady Has Accommodation Problems," Maud and her cunning ways are introduced to the [...]

In the face of relentless horrors, his connection to faith emerges as a guiding force crucial to his survival and resilience.

The short story by Amal El-Mohtar, "The Truth About Owls," focuses on a refugee girl, Anisa, who shows the strengths of her character and the ability to resist the expectations of others to preserve her [...]

Reynolds, the matron in charge of the trainees, stood in the hall, arms crossed, waiting for her. For instance, she is "careful not to splatter her uniform," and she cleans herself up in front of [...]

This narrative unveils the evolution of Fiona's identity and her quest for self-acceptance amid the turbulent tides of memory and societal norms.

The story's emotional power is enhanced by the juxtaposition of the present's complexity and the simplicity of the past. As a reminder of the protagonist's history, the boat stands for his childhood difficulties and pleasures.

For children reading such stories with restrictive aesthetics, it can be detrimental as they begin to believe that happiness is associated with thinness and beauty as seen in Ursula from "The Little Mermaid" and Cinderella's [...]

This shows how the theme of grief is a big part of any war, and the loss of a close friend may affect even the strongest people. This is emphasized by the events in the [...]

In the narrative, the author poses the reader with the question of the purpose of life and the inevitability of death since the author regards the worship of God and devotion to human advancement as [...]

Specifically, the trope of a troubled teen, as well as that of one of a teenage outsider, is rendered in the novel thoroughly.

The portrayal of death is a recurring theme in Charlotte's Web, Hana's Suitcase, and The Paper Bag Princess, with each work adopting a unique illustration style to convey the topic.

It is no secret that the 20th century has become a difficult time for the world because of the frequency of wars and the prevalence of dictatorship.

Golding proves that civilization leaves an imprint on human behavior, but in terms of survival, a person returns to the primitive wild appearance.

The way the classics have withstood the test of time makes them valuable cultural cornerstones that offer numerous benefits to the reader and insightful perspectives on not only the past but also the present.

In the format of reflection, which is the second part, the so-called "Examen" emerges, which displays a view of the events that occurred between prayers in the life of the praying person, parallel to the [...]

The two materials are worth comparing as they refer to women's lives and the period of Heian in Japan."Pillow Book" is a personal journal describing court service and informal aspects of a female's existence in [...]

At the end of the narrative, the protagonist becomes the cause of his own death since he is not physically and mentally prepared for wild conditions.

The essay "Shooting an Elephant" reminded me of the complexities of the role of the oppressor in injustice. They encourage us to be more aware of the will in our society and more deliberate about [...]

The latter is devoted to revealing the idea of hedonism through the relationships and behavior of the characters in this work.

It is noteworthy that the advice presented in the story is more likely to create the appearance of correct behavior than to form it.

“The Family Instructions of Mr. Yan” is an ancient Chinese book that talks about early family life. The main significance of the book is that it acts as a source of wisdom for various Chinese dynasties.

His demand for sex in exchange for passage across the Piranha River is a clear instance of sexual coercion and exploitation.

In Chretien de Troyes' "Perceval, or The Story of the Grail," the protagonist, Perceval, receives instruction in chivalry from three different teachers: his mother, Gornemont, and the hermit.

To determine the features of a literary work, it is essential to consider the events taking place in it and the features of the main characters and their character.

The main theme of the Things Fall Apart is the confrontation of the old and the new world, and the eternal struggle of traditions with innovations, in which there are no winners.

It is a type of narrative storytelling that typically features a combination of prose and poetry. Uta Monogatari is a unique blend of prose and poetry in traditional Japanese literature.

Through these lines, Hawthorne conveys that perfection is unattainable and the futility of Aylmer's pursuit. Aylmer conveys that Georgiana's nearly perfect face is marred by the birthmark, reminding her of her mortality and his failure [...]

The proposed quote proves particularly relevant to Etsuko's eldest daughter, Keiko, as the object of the mother's memories of her deceased daughter.

The three main causes of the First World War were the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, European expansionism, and Serbian nationalism.

By concentrating on the fictional portrayal of these cycles of violence via the perspective of literary justice, this research will study and consider how childhood sexual abuse is depicted in modern fiction.

At the end of the day, the tired girl looked around her room: bare walls, several bags of garbage, all the furniture covered with a film, from which she freed only a bed and a [...]

In "How to Mark a Book," Mortimer Adler argues that actively engaging with a text through the practice of annotating is essential for truly understanding and learning from a book.

Legendary tales teach people applicable, eternal lessons that may be valuable to individuals in many situations and generations, even when there is less evidence to support the traditions.

Printed books are needed because they improve reading comprehension, are less harmful to health, than electronic ones, and improve concentration, which cannot be guaranteed by electronic books.

In addition, the clash of Alphas and Betas is drastic some strive for recognition and living in a fake world, while others try to preserve their human nature.

While Dracula remains at the centerpiece of the novel, the transgressions portrayed in the story also contribute to the sense of all-encompassing fear. Thus, the presentation of transgressions in "Dracula" is unique and thought-provoking.

Existentialism includes the value of freedom of choice, the value of the individual, and the value of interpersonal connections. His short story The Metamorphosis is a good example of existential writing since the protagonist has [...]

Penelope's hand is one of the allusions in The Odyssey that offers the reader a comprehensive picture of who Odysseus was and how powerful he was.

At the same time, Abelard and his beloved were forced to lead a double life, since it was important for Eloise to maintain a relationship with him, and for Pierre to maintain the promising status [...]

The chapter is about putting the role and purpose of practice into perspective in order to educate the reader about the concept of enlightenment.

From the very meeting of the characters, the teacher is unpleasant to the young Arab, who did not have to cut the throat of the same as him with a knife, but the owner of [...]

Matlin tells the story of her childhood and how she struggled to fit in and find her place in the world.

The two major challenges in the novel are the loss of innocence and the inequality of opportunity in life. One of the main themes of the novel is the loss of innocence.

By depicting the eventual failure of the people who were turned to the path of crime, Boyle emphasizes the importance of cooperation between an individual and the community.