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  The Rime of the Ancient Mariner is the longest major poem, written by the English poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge in 1797--98 and published in 1798. The poem tells the story of an old mariner who stops a wedding guest and tells him the tale of how he and his crew killed an albatross, only to be cursed and doomed to wander the seas. The poem is a powerful allegory of the human condition, and it explores themes such as sin, guilt, redemption, and the importance of respecting nature. Coleridge's use of language is masterful, and the poem is full of vivid imagery and unforgettable characters. The SeaWolf Press Illustrated Classic edition of The Rime of the Ancient Mariner features stunning illustrations by Gustave Doré. Doré's illustrations are perfectly suited to Coleridge's poem, and they bring the story to life in a way that is both beautiful and haunting. Summary of the main plot points: • The Mariner stops a wedding guest and tells him the tale of his voyage. • The Marine...

   "The Road Not Taken" is quite possibly of   Frost's most well known work. However, it   is a much of the time misconstrued sonnet,   frequently read basically as a sonnet that   support "following your own way". All   things considered, it communicates some   incongruity with respect to such a thought.   A scrutinize in the Paris Survey by David   Orr portrayed the misreading along these   lines:   "The sonnet's speaker lets us know he "will   tell", eventually, of how he took the less   common direction … yet he has proactively   conceded that the two ways "similarly   lay/In  leaves" and "the passing there/Had   worn them truly about the equivalent." So   the road he will later call more uncommon   is really the road similarly voyaged. The   two  roads are exchangeable."   Frost compos...

 "The Heart of Darkness" is a novella written by Joseph Conrad, first published in 1899. It tells the story of Charles Marlow, a steamboat captain navigating the Congo River in Africa, and his journey into the depths of the continent's interior. The novella explores themes of imperialism, morality, colonialism, and the darkness that resides within human nature. It's considered a classic of English literature and has been widely studied and analyzed for its complex portrayal of the human psyche and the effects of European colonization in Africa. The novella is set in the 1890s, at the height of European colonization of Africa. It is a social commentary on the darkness of colonialism, and some of its major themes include human folly, the importance of restraint, and moral darkness. "The Heart of Darkness" is a complex and layered work that invites various interpretations and analyses. Here are some key aspects to consider: 1. Imperialism and Colonialism: Conr...

Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman," first performed in 1949, is a poignant exploration of the American Dream and its impact on the individual and family dynamics. The play is a tragedy that delves into the life of Willy Loman, a traveling salesman who grapples with his perceived failures and the reality of his life. Through a non-linear narrative, Miller presents a montage of memories, dreams, and confrontations that make up the last 24 hours of Willy's life . Major Themes Loss of Identity and Inability to Accept Change Willy Loman's struggle is emblematic of a broader societal issue: the loss of identity and the inability to accept change within oneself and society . This theme is central to the play and is reflected in the characters' denial and contradiction of reality . The American Dream The American Dream, a recurring motif in Miller's work, is portrayed as an unattainable fantasy that contrasts Willy's failure with the success of others . Th...

  "The Man Who Laughs"                                   By Victor Hugo "The Man Who Laughs" (also translated as "By Order of the King") is a novel by Victor Hugo, originally published in April 1869. The book is a dark romantic work, set in late 17th-century England, and combines elements of gothic fiction with a deep exploration of social injustice and the human condition. The story begins with the tragic tale of a young boy named Gwynplaine, who is disfigured by a group of comprachicos — criminals who alter children's appearances to make them amusements for the rich. They carve his face into a permanent grin, which leads to his grotesque appearance. Abandoned on a winter's night, Gwynplaine rescues a blind baby girl, Dea, and they are taken in by the kind-hearted showman Ursus. Gwynplaine grows up to become a popular stage performer due to his disfigurement, with audiences both horrified and amus...