Plath’s The Bell Jar: A quick review of a disappointing read…

About the book Title: The Bell JarAuthor: Sylvia PlathPublication Date: 1963 (under the pseudonym Victoria Lucas)Page count: ~244Genre: Semi-autobiographical Fiction, Psychological Fiction What’s it about We follow 19-year-old Esther Greenwood during a summer internship at a New York City magazine….

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The Monstrous Mundane: Understanding Arendt’s Banality of Evil

1964. Journalist Günter Gaus sits in his studio, prepared to conduct an interview with the person seated opposite him: a female political “philosopher” whose recent book, “Eichmann in Jerusalem: A Report on the Banality of Evil”, has sparked significant controversy….

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Albert Camus: The Legacy of a Literary Icon

Every generation seeks to claim him as their own because his essence resonates deeply with people. The Rebel, The Plague, The Fall, The Stranger, A Happy Death… He remains one of the most widely read French authors of all time….

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Alain de Botton: Love in the era of Romanticism

Love expert Alain de Botton, known for his thought-provoking non-fiction books, often gets asked why he wrote a novel like “On Love.” His answer? We learn a lot about love from stories – novels, songs, and movies shape our ideas!…

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How to engage more with your books ?

Hey there, fellow readers! Feeling stuck in a reading rut lately? Ever find yourself lacking the passion that once fueled your reading adventures? Well, if you’re nodding along, it might be a sign that you’re not truly connecting with your…

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What Makes a Classic Book?

I’ve recently discovered a passion for classic literature, and I’m absolutely loving it! As I’ve delved into these timeless works, I found myself wondering: what exactly makes a book a classic? After a bit of digging, here’s what I’ve uncovered!…

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