Ethan Frome
Edith Wharton (1862–1937) was a groundbreaking American author, renowned for her astute observations of the social elite and her critical examination of American society’s moral codes. Born into a prominent family in ...
Continue readingReflections on books, the web, philosophy, and the quiet disciplines that hold a life together.
The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde
“Think of it - I did not even exist”First written and published in 1886 by Robert Louis Stevenson Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde has been an influential work in the horror genre. On an essay titled Diagnosing Jekyll: The Scien...
Continue readingThey're Turning It All Neon, Aren't They?
“My sleep is dear to me, and more dear is being made of stoneas long as the agony and shame last.Not to see, not to hear, is for me the best fortune.so not wake me, speak softly.”— Risposta del BuonarrotoIn the beginn...
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Christine Breen is a contemporary Irish author known for her poignant storytelling and insightful exploration of human relationships. Her writing often delves into themes of identity, belonging, and the complex dynami...
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C. P. Snow (1905–1980) was an English novelist and physicist, notable for his insights into the intersection of science and the humanities. His most recognized work, “The Two Cultures,” posits a divide between the int...
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