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Candidate: Sir Gawain and the Green Knight: Text, Translation, Film with Liam Daley Can Sir Gawain keep his honor without losing his head? This short classic of Middle English chivalric romance follows Gawain on a quest testing his heroism, social etiquette, sexual virtue, and existential sense of self. This course explores: first, the extraordinary history of the single, unique manuscript which preserves this poem (as it “slept” on a library shelf for 400 years, escaped destruction by fire, and was eventually rediscovered in the 19th century); second, the translations which brought this poem to a twentieth century readership – focusing in particular on J.R.R. Tolkien’s; and finally, the 2021 film by David Lowery. CANDIDATE: Vote by August 1 to see it run!  Monday/Wednesday at 6 pm ET beginning September 4  https://ow.ly/qMhK50SAO25

Reading diverse range of genres provides profound insights into an individual's knowledge. Clinging to single genre limits the scope of your thoughts and ideas. Most of the readers show greater interest towards a single genre such as fiction or non fiction, highlighting lukewarm interest towards diverse cast of genres. The more various genres you read, the greater rich tapestry of knowledge you reap. Furthermore, reading minds of different authors embarks you on the journey of mimicking their astonishing expression, styles and flow of ideas. Therefore, adhering to inclusivity with regard to genres makes your mind more accessible to the world of assorted ideas, concepts and spectrum of thoughts.

#article_introduce Title: From Shakespeare's Phoenix to Attar's Simorgh: A Study of Transition from the Sensory to the Ideal World Author: #Abolfazl_Horri  Journal: #Research_on_Mystical_Literature Publisher: #University_of_Isfahan Keywords: #Phoenix #Simurgh #Sensory_World #Ideal_World #Mystical_Knowledge Access link: https://lnkd.in/dPRjm_Tt

Decipher the mystery city as writers from diverse times share their captivating visions. Can you guess the timeless destination? Fiction writers are often the first to identify and analyze a social phenomenon, guiding us through over two centuries of London's history. Introducing 'Unreal City' - our latest course unraveling the enchanting tales of our beloved city through the eyes of outstanding people of their times. Adding to the intrigue, Professor Sarah Wise, author of books like 'The Blackest Streets,' 'The Italian Boy,' and 'Inconvenient People,' will be our guide for this fascinating journey. Explore more: https://lnkd.in/dUk4syYT

Today in the Harmony Hub, I came up with an intriguing metaphor: how real is a fiction? The act of writing a fiction is real. The fiction itself, however, is not. We do something similar in our minds every day. We create stories about ourselves and shape our personas. But these stories are only as real as the fiction we write. The narratives we build can be powerful, yet they are just that—narratives. They can empower us or limit us, but they do not define our true essence. What would happen if we let go of these fictional personas? Could we uncover a more authentic version of ourselves? Let’s reflect on this and consider the stories we tell about ourselves. How real are they, and how much do they serve us? This week, I encourage you to question your inner narratives. Let’s strive to connect with our true selves beyond the fiction. Warm regards, Veena PS: If you would like to participate in Harmony Hub, type Harmony and I will send you details. 

Shakespeare and the Good Life is coming to our journal. For the rest of April, essays, reviews, and poems will be published highlighting for readers the enduring relevance of Shakespeare in the 21st century. This marks a return of themed editions to the journal, and we look forward to sharing with you the beauty, magic, and wisdom of Shakespeare. https://lnkd.in/e786t5XN

Harold pinter belongs to the term "theatre of absurds". This term belongs to those writers who has the element of absurdity in their writings. English Literature Term #literature #englishlanguage Read my thoughts on YourQuote app at https://lnkd.in/dFDkTRBk

Write a psychological profile of Iago from Shakespeare's "Othello", detailing his motivations and methods for manipulation. Click the link to explore this writing prompt further → https://lnkd.in/gyKiq3aD #WritingPrompt #WritingPrompts #DraftSparks

Cultural criticism helps situate literary works within broader socio-cultural contexts, offering a more comprehensive understanding of the text. For instance, studying Chinua Achebe's "Things Fall Apart" through a cultural criticism lens allows readers to explore how colonialism and cultural clashes influence the protagonist's narrative and the overall themes of the novel. #Contextualizing Literary Works

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