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William Wordsworth

The Biography of William Wordsworth (1770-1850)

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Tragic Hero – Brutus or Caesar?

My take on this debate.

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What Makes a Limerick

A short discussion of the limerick form of humorous poetry, with an example.

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The Merchant of Venice – Complicated Relationships

A look at but a few of the many complex relationships in William Shakespeare’s great play "The Merchant of Venice"

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The Roots & Origins of Literature’s Greatest Tragedy

An essay depicting who is to blame for the deaths of Romeo and Juliet in the classic William Shakespeare play. Permission is being given to use this information with reference to the author and intelligent use in mind (do not copy entire paragraphs, particularly for school use).

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Shakespearian Juxtaposition

Sample essay on the juxtaposition in Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet.

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An Analysis of Plays – Mischievous Fairies, Incestuous Kings, and Delusional Salesmen

This is my final exam for my literary analysis course. We were assigned to read three plays – "Midsummer Night’s Dream," "Oedipus Rex," and "Death of a Salesman." Upon reading, we then had to choose from any of the available on-screen or on-stage renditions, and determine which decisions the director made and why he interpreted the text in such a way. Enjoy.

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Rhyme, Meter, and Other Poetic Devices: How to Use Them

The article is a condensed guide for versification (the art of writing poetry).

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Hamlet Character Analysis: Yorick

An analysis of one of the most overlooked characters in Hamlet, Yorick, and how he influenced Hamlet.

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When is The Climax of Hamlet?

An analysis of the three could-be climax’s of Hamlet by William Shakespeare.

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