A Master's Journey in English Language and Literature

The Great  Gatsby  Class Assignment  Author: F. Scott Fitzgerald Published: 1925 Genre: Tragedy, Historical Fiction Setting: Long Island & New York City, summer of 1922 (the Jazz Age) Introduction     Written by F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Great Gatsby is a classic American novel set during the Roaring Twenties. The story follows Nick Carraway as he observes the mysterious and wealthy Jay Gatsby, who is deeply in love with Daisy Buchanan. Through themes of ambition, love, wealth, and the American Dream, the novel explores the glamour and moral decay of 1920s society. Fitzgerald presents a powerful critique of materialism and illusion, making the novel one of the most significant works in American literature. Author - F. Scott  Fitzgerald  F. Scott Fitzgerald was an American novelist and short story writer best known for capturing the spirit and excess of the Jazz Age. Born in 1896 in St. Paul, Minnesota, he attended Princeton University but left befor...

Class Assignment  The Importance of  Being Earnest Introduction The Importace of Being Earnest is   famous comic play written by Oscar Wilde in 1895. It is considered one of the greatest examples of English satire and comedy of manners. The play humorously criticizes the social customs, moral values, and pretensions of the upper-class society in Victorian England. Wilde uses sharp wit, clever dialogue, and irony to expose the hypocrisy and shallowness of people who care more about appearances than real values. The play revolves around two young men, Jack Worthing and Algernon Moncrieff, who lead double lives under false names to escape social responsibilities and enjoy freedom. Their lies create a series of misunderstandings, romantic complications, and comic situations. Through these characters, Wilde mocks the seriousness of Victorian society and presents the idea that life should be approached with wit, humor, and honesty. About the Author   Oscar Wilde...

Class Assignment  THE RAPE OF THE LOCK Introduction  The Rape of the Lock by Alexander Pope is a mock-epic poem first published in 1712. It humorously portrays a real incident where a lock of a lady’s hair was cut without consent. Using the style of classical epics, Pope satirizes the vanity, pride, and trivial concerns of 18th-century aristocratic society with wit and elegance. About the Author  Alexander Pope(1688–1744) was one of the greatest poets of the 18th century and a leading figure of the Augustan Age in English literature. Known for his sharp wit, polished style, and use of heroic couplets, Pope wrote satirical and philosophical poems such as The Rape of the Lock, The Dunciad, and An Essay on Man. His works reflect reason, order, and classical ideals. Despite suffering from poor health, Pope became one of the most influential literary figures of his time, admired for his mastery of language and his keen insight into human nature and society. His major works in...

Class Assignment   Question -1 What is Metaphysical Poetry Metaphysical Poetry is a type of 17th-century English verse known for its intellectual depth, originality, and striking imagery. The term “ metaphysical” was first used by critic Samuel Johnson, who described poets such as John Donne, George Herbert, Andrew Marvell, Henry Vaughan, and Richard Crashaw as belonging to this school. These poets explored complex themes such as love, death, the soul, God, time, and human existence, blending emotional intensity with logical reasoning. A key feature of metaphysical poetry is the metaphysical conceit, an elaborate and unusual comparison between seemingly unrelated things. For example, Donne compares lovers to the two legs of a compass, showing how reason and imagination can merge in poetry. The poets often used wit, paradoxes, and irony , making their works intellectually stimulating as well as emotionally moving. Unlike the decorative style of earlier poets, metaphysical poetry ...