I recently delved into the profound depths of Death of a Salesman, and now, it's time to turn our attention to another masterpiece of the stage. Much like my previous posts, this exploration is woven from a tapestry of thoughts and reflections I've accumulated over the last few years - some have made it all … Continue reading Witchful Thinking: Miller’s The Crucible
Author: Robert
A fifty-something, retired Celestial Travel Agent and Afterlife Preparation Specialist. Walked many paths; some good, lots bad. Meandering through a difficult past, plodding in the present, crawling toward the future. I've studied English Literature, and hold a BA (Hons) Hum. (History & Art History) & MA (Humanities with English Literature)
A Tail-Wagging Analysis: Unleashing the Secrets of Aesop’s The Mischievous Dog
Once again, time is against me so I'm going to share another gem with you from Aesop's Fables; I could literally read and write about these tales all day long. The Mischievous Dog, offers a blend of humour, wisdom, and canine shenanigans that deserve a thorough, albeit lighthearted, analysis. Through the tale of a misbehaving … Continue reading A Tail-Wagging Analysis: Unleashing the Secrets of Aesop’s The Mischievous Dog
Gaskell’s Ruth: Where Virtue, Vice, and Victorian Vexations Collide
Elizabeth Gaskell’s Ruth is a novel that offers a buffet of Victorian sensibilities, served with a side of moral quandaries and a garnish of melodrama. Let’s dive into this delightful dish and dissect its flavours, shall we? Ruth Hilton, our heroine, is the quintessential 'fallen woman' who, despite her circumstances, manages to retain an almost … Continue reading Gaskell’s Ruth: Where Virtue, Vice, and Victorian Vexations Collide
Candide, or Optimism: The Optimist’s Survival Guide to the Worst Holiday Ever
In Voltaire’s Candide, or Optimism, we embark on a rollicking rollercoaster of misfortunes that would make even Murphy of Murphy's Law feel optimistic. It's a satirical romp through a world so fraught with disasters that even Job from the Bible would be inclined to offer a sympathetic shrug. Voltaire takes us through the whimsical and often … Continue reading Candide, or Optimism: The Optimist’s Survival Guide to the Worst Holiday Ever
Psycho by Robert Bloch: An Enthusiastic Dissection
If we're not gallivanting around in the car, revelling in spontaneous outings with sandwiches and a thermos flask of tea, Dad and I while away our hours with books and puzzle magazines - his favourite pass-time being the latter. While Dad is glued to the TV, a hobby that doesn't quite capture my interest, I … Continue reading Psycho by Robert Bloch: An Enthusiastic Dissection
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