How to Read Literature by Terry Eagleton – Book Review
I have had my differences with Terry Eagleton. Well, Terry doesn’t take offence in disagreeing over something and that’s something one should appreciate. Recently (in fact today only), I read…
No! You cannot listen to a book while riding a bike (even on the pillion seat) – be aware!
Saw that advertisement many times. Listening to a book? Fine. Listening to a book while riding a bike? Dangerous. Aesthetically or logically speaking, listening to a book is not as…
Do we lack contemporary critics who can construe literature objectively? Opinion
Criticism has proven itself to be the tool that can discern works of literature. Standards, measures, ranks and hierarchy can be various and depending upon the person who indulges in…
Don’t Believe a Word: The Surprising Truth About Language by David Shariatmadari – Review
“Take the words “adder,” “apron” and “umpire.” They were originally “nadder,” “napron” and “numpire.” I did not know because I am not into the studies of linguistics in-depth. However, knowing…
Happimess, a collection of short stories by Biswajit Banerji, offers unexplored corners of human emotions
Short stories collections by Indian authors have not ceased to appear; however, the frequency of such works, to be honest, has certainly decreased. Most of the emerging literary enthusiasts are…
Is criticism always bad? Tips for debut authors (as well as contemporary Indian writers)
Authors have become a very common sighting. Not even a decade ago, you could have an opinion that authors are rare; authors are highly intelligent beings who are seldom found…
Realism in Indian English Fiction – problems and problematic perspectives
Realistic fiction in India comes with its own limitations and freedom. Readers enjoy realism in contemporary Indian fiction… well, to a large extent that does not go beyond the frontiers…
What is ‘God’? The Concept of ‘God’ by Vinoth M will certainly intrigue you!
God – in different forms and abstract values or even as an idea – has always been at the centre of the debates and discussions that we might have with…
What should be the age to read classic books? Here’s the answer!
If you are looking for a quick answer to this question – what should be an ideal age to begin reading literary classics – then you should take it. Ideally,…