Category: Book Review

People are born with a natural sense of fairness and when they are denied their societal rights of equality and justice a rebel is born and steps forward to inspire and lead for a better future. This supports the idea that  Rebels dont break rules because they want to, but because they have to.…

What is self-compassion? A nice simple definition of self-compassion is treating ourselves with the same kindness and concern that we would give to a good friend. When we are in a tough situation, or we have fallen short of our expectations, it is responding from a place of kindness instead of harsh criticism. It could…

The Necklace was written in 1884, during the Realist Period which spanned from the mid 19th century to the early 20th century. The Industrial Revolution had changed the landscape of western civilization. Technological developments such as the cotton gin, inspired farm workers to move to more urban areas looking for better jobs. Over-crowding in cities…

Voltaire once said, Every man is guilty of all the good he did not do. Every decision made in life is followed by a consequence. Guilt is one of the most frequent consequences in the novel, The Kite Runner. Khaled Hosseini depicts the cataclysmic ability of guilt to consume ones life through the several relationships…

An unnamed mans journey through the Yukon forest is an example of the ultimate test of determination and having the will to live. While traveling by himself with only a dog for company, the man thinks back to when an old man advised him against ever going out on the trail in temperatures below -50…

Friedrich Nietzsches Twilight of the Idols is a book that touches on topics of decadence and nihilism in figures, societies, and cultures. This book contains a chapter on Socrates, labeled The Problem of Socrates. The chapter focuses on a critique of Socrates beliefs through Nietzsches views on Socrates philosophy on the value of life, dialectics,…

John Steinbeck’s classic novella “Of Mice and Men” has been adapted into film multiple times, each interpretation offering its own take on the poignant tale of friendship and tragedy. While both the book and film versions of “Of Mice and Men” share similarities in their portrayal of characters and themes, there are notable differences that…

Ray Bradbury’s dystopian novel ‘Fahrenheit 451’ has captivated readers for decades with its portrayal of a future society where books are banned and intellectualism is suppressed. In 1966, François Truffaut adapted the novel into a film of the same name. While both the book and the movie explore similar themes and storylines, they also present…

Every human story could become a tragic story if that story is told as a tragedy. According to Aristotle the protagonist of a tragedy has a flaw in character, a downfall of their own doing followed by a harsh realization of the tragic error before dying and this evokes a reaction in those who witness…

“Lyddie,” the compelling novel by Katherine Paterson, has captivated readers with its portrayal of a young girl’s journey towards empowerment during the Industrial Revolution. The story’s transition to the big screen in its movie adaptation brings forth both familiar elements and unique interpretations. This compare and contrast essay delves into the similarities and differences between…