Under such a scrutiny, this article s to illustrate Said's conception of Orientalism in a nutshel... more Under such a scrutiny, this article s to illustrate Said's conception of Orientalism in a nutshell. Comparative studies are also presented to elucidate the critical statements. Examples from literary fields are given to make arguments more lucid and comprehensive.
Nathaniel Hawthorne has viewed the harsh consequences of the Witch Act and has been deeply regret... more Nathaniel Hawthorne has viewed the harsh consequences of the Witch Act and has been deeply regretful of the brutality of manhood toward womanhood during the Puritan age.
This article aims to explore the representation of Hester Prynne in Nathaniel Hawthorne"s The Sca... more This article aims to explore the representation of Hester Prynne in Nathaniel Hawthorne"s The Scarlet letter and Nora Helmer in Henrik Ibsen"s A Doll"s House. Hester shows the conventional woman stereotype and under her silence she epitomizesextraordinary power of tolerance, patience, forgiveness and acceptance. On the other hand, Nora is a recalcitrant female individual who protests against the male chauvinist attitude and patriarchy dominance by leaving for home and family for self-respect. A comparative discussion will also be given to make arguments more logical. Comments of other critics will be placed for further comprehension.
Samuel Barclay Beckett's Waiting for Godot is a famous postmodern masterpiece of English Literatu... more Samuel Barclay Beckett's Waiting for Godot is a famous postmodern masterpiece of English Literature. The main dominating notion of the play is the concept of time as a tormenting tool in postmodern society. The unsuccessful utilization of it makes life hellish and drives postmodern individuals towards selfdestruction. Though it is the essential quality of human beings that they evoke hope in the most pessimistic situations in order to survive. Vladimir and Estragon are the two prime victims of it in the play. The subplot of Pozzo and Lucky also highlights the issues.
Samuel Barclay Beckett's Waiting for Godot is a masterpiece in English literature for encapsulati... more Samuel Barclay Beckett's Waiting for Godot is a masterpiece in English literature for encapsulating the turmoil of postmodern individuals. The work is considered to be the last of modernist literature or the first of postmodernist literature. The characters Vladimir and Estragon represent the quintessential subjective dilemmas of postmodern society. Their dialogue presentations and actions in the play highlights the features of human quandaries as a result of postmodern effects. Moreover, the subplot of Pozzo and Lucky mark some other major issues of postmodernism.
Henrik Ibsen's A Doll's House is a very controversial work of literature as it provokes the conce... more Henrik Ibsen's A Doll's House is a very controversial work of literature as it provokes the concept of new women and feminism. Nora's leaving the household for the name of self-respect is widely debated and has been marked as the first mutinous effort of female individuals against male chauvinist mentalities. The article aims to explore Nora's mentality and the discussion of critics regarding female liberty. It also sets to find out whether Nora's decision is acceptable under the social conventionality or her boldness throws her into more devastating situations. Textual references are given with the statements of other critics. A short comparative discussion is also presented to elucidate the concept of feminism and Ibsen's attitude towards womanhood.
Death of a Salesman is centered on one man trying to reach the American dream and taking his fami... more Death of a Salesman is centered on one man trying to reach the American dream and taking his family along for the ride. Loman's life from beginning to end is a troubling story based on trying to become successful, or at least happy. Throughout their lives, the family encounters many problems and the end result is a tragic death caused by stupidity and the need to succeed. During his life, Willy Loman caused his wife great pain by living a life not realizing what he could and couldn't do. Linda lived sad and pathetic days supporting Willy's unreachable goals. Being brought up in this world caused his children to lose their identity and put their futures in jeopardy. At the end, we certainly realize what are the forces that led Loman towards his death. His society enforces him to embrace death as the possible solution, and society helps him to act like a brute. His family is brutally treated to its doom and uncertainty though he sacrifices himself in the alter of a capitalist society that brutally holds the oppressive guillotine of manipulation, exploitation and profit-making attitude.
Dickens's concept of female personality shown in Bleak House (1852-53) is one of his most sensiti... more Dickens's concept of female personality shown in Bleak House (1852-53) is one of his most sensitive as well as complex representations of womanhood. Lady Dedlock and Esther Summerson, the two female protagonists of the novel are the best examples. Therefore, this essay will display the character of Lady Dedlock and Esther with multiple points of views to illustrate Dickens's notions regarding women. The study will evaluate the psychological turmoil of the two characters, as well as their ways of survival in the male centric society of the then England. It will also focus on Dickens's concept of home and the contribution as well as the role of women in such situations. Moreover, comparative study between characters will be shown to throw more light on the argument and Dickens's intention for such character sketches of women will be explained. Additionally, comparisons between Dickens's female characters and other characters from literature will be presented to clarify his views.
Edward Wadie Said's Orientalism is an encapsulated concept of Western authority over the Eastern.... more Edward Wadie Said's Orientalism is an encapsulated concept of Western authority over the Eastern. It not only contributed introducing diverse research areas for scholars but also evoked consciousness among the general readers. The term is a highly controversial and influential that deconstructs and prejudices minds of both the readers and researchers. Under its scholarly impact, Europeans cultivated a sense of digress and aversion toward the non-European and this sense is highly marked in the works of literature.
This article will feature the presentation of the idea of uncertainty and selfalienation as the d... more This article will feature the presentation of the idea of uncertainty and selfalienation as the dominant themes of postmodern literature with the references to Samuel Beckett's Waiting for Godot (1953), Harold Pinter's The Dumb Waiter (1960) and Edward Albee's The Zoo Story (1960). These three post-modern works are marked for its quintessential representations of post-modernity both from the stylistic sides such as recalcitrant stage directions and from the thematic aspects such as uncertainty and self-alienation.
Edward Morgan Forster's A Passage to India epitomizes the concept of xenophobia as a result of co... more Edward Morgan Forster's A Passage to India epitomizes the concept of xenophobia as a result of colonial impact in the then India. The two communities, the British and the Indians, carry subjective antipathy towards each other and constantly fear of being replaced from their rightful and willful position in the society, though they imposture friendly attitude to each other which is the quintessential psychological conflict of the characters.
Under such a scrutiny, this article s to illustrate Said's conception of Orientalism in a nutshel... more Under such a scrutiny, this article s to illustrate Said's conception of Orientalism in a nutshell. Comparative studies are also presented to elucidate the critical statements. Examples from literary fields are given to make arguments more lucid and comprehensive.
Nathaniel Hawthorne has viewed the harsh consequences of the Witch Act and has been deeply regret... more Nathaniel Hawthorne has viewed the harsh consequences of the Witch Act and has been deeply regretful of the brutality of manhood toward womanhood during the Puritan age.
This article aims to explore the representation of Hester Prynne in Nathaniel Hawthorne"s The Sca... more This article aims to explore the representation of Hester Prynne in Nathaniel Hawthorne"s The Scarlet letter and Nora Helmer in Henrik Ibsen"s A Doll"s House. Hester shows the conventional woman stereotype and under her silence she epitomizesextraordinary power of tolerance, patience, forgiveness and acceptance. On the other hand, Nora is a recalcitrant female individual who protests against the male chauvinist attitude and patriarchy dominance by leaving for home and family for self-respect. A comparative discussion will also be given to make arguments more logical. Comments of other critics will be placed for further comprehension.
Samuel Barclay Beckett's Waiting for Godot is a famous postmodern masterpiece of English Literatu... more Samuel Barclay Beckett's Waiting for Godot is a famous postmodern masterpiece of English Literature. The main dominating notion of the play is the concept of time as a tormenting tool in postmodern society. The unsuccessful utilization of it makes life hellish and drives postmodern individuals towards selfdestruction. Though it is the essential quality of human beings that they evoke hope in the most pessimistic situations in order to survive. Vladimir and Estragon are the two prime victims of it in the play. The subplot of Pozzo and Lucky also highlights the issues.
Samuel Barclay Beckett's Waiting for Godot is a masterpiece in English literature for encapsulati... more Samuel Barclay Beckett's Waiting for Godot is a masterpiece in English literature for encapsulating the turmoil of postmodern individuals. The work is considered to be the last of modernist literature or the first of postmodernist literature. The characters Vladimir and Estragon represent the quintessential subjective dilemmas of postmodern society. Their dialogue presentations and actions in the play highlights the features of human quandaries as a result of postmodern effects. Moreover, the subplot of Pozzo and Lucky mark some other major issues of postmodernism.
Henrik Ibsen's A Doll's House is a very controversial work of literature as it provokes the conce... more Henrik Ibsen's A Doll's House is a very controversial work of literature as it provokes the concept of new women and feminism. Nora's leaving the household for the name of self-respect is widely debated and has been marked as the first mutinous effort of female individuals against male chauvinist mentalities. The article aims to explore Nora's mentality and the discussion of critics regarding female liberty. It also sets to find out whether Nora's decision is acceptable under the social conventionality or her boldness throws her into more devastating situations. Textual references are given with the statements of other critics. A short comparative discussion is also presented to elucidate the concept of feminism and Ibsen's attitude towards womanhood.
Death of a Salesman is centered on one man trying to reach the American dream and taking his fami... more Death of a Salesman is centered on one man trying to reach the American dream and taking his family along for the ride. Loman's life from beginning to end is a troubling story based on trying to become successful, or at least happy. Throughout their lives, the family encounters many problems and the end result is a tragic death caused by stupidity and the need to succeed. During his life, Willy Loman caused his wife great pain by living a life not realizing what he could and couldn't do. Linda lived sad and pathetic days supporting Willy's unreachable goals. Being brought up in this world caused his children to lose their identity and put their futures in jeopardy. At the end, we certainly realize what are the forces that led Loman towards his death. His society enforces him to embrace death as the possible solution, and society helps him to act like a brute. His family is brutally treated to its doom and uncertainty though he sacrifices himself in the alter of a capitalist society that brutally holds the oppressive guillotine of manipulation, exploitation and profit-making attitude.
Dickens's concept of female personality shown in Bleak House (1852-53) is one of his most sensiti... more Dickens's concept of female personality shown in Bleak House (1852-53) is one of his most sensitive as well as complex representations of womanhood. Lady Dedlock and Esther Summerson, the two female protagonists of the novel are the best examples. Therefore, this essay will display the character of Lady Dedlock and Esther with multiple points of views to illustrate Dickens's notions regarding women. The study will evaluate the psychological turmoil of the two characters, as well as their ways of survival in the male centric society of the then England. It will also focus on Dickens's concept of home and the contribution as well as the role of women in such situations. Moreover, comparative study between characters will be shown to throw more light on the argument and Dickens's intention for such character sketches of women will be explained. Additionally, comparisons between Dickens's female characters and other characters from literature will be presented to clarify his views.
Edward Wadie Said's Orientalism is an encapsulated concept of Western authority over the Eastern.... more Edward Wadie Said's Orientalism is an encapsulated concept of Western authority over the Eastern. It not only contributed introducing diverse research areas for scholars but also evoked consciousness among the general readers. The term is a highly controversial and influential that deconstructs and prejudices minds of both the readers and researchers. Under its scholarly impact, Europeans cultivated a sense of digress and aversion toward the non-European and this sense is highly marked in the works of literature.
This article will feature the presentation of the idea of uncertainty and selfalienation as the d... more This article will feature the presentation of the idea of uncertainty and selfalienation as the dominant themes of postmodern literature with the references to Samuel Beckett's Waiting for Godot (1953), Harold Pinter's The Dumb Waiter (1960) and Edward Albee's The Zoo Story (1960). These three post-modern works are marked for its quintessential representations of post-modernity both from the stylistic sides such as recalcitrant stage directions and from the thematic aspects such as uncertainty and self-alienation.
Edward Morgan Forster's A Passage to India epitomizes the concept of xenophobia as a result of co... more Edward Morgan Forster's A Passage to India epitomizes the concept of xenophobia as a result of colonial impact in the then India. The two communities, the British and the Indians, carry subjective antipathy towards each other and constantly fear of being replaced from their rightful and willful position in the society, though they imposture friendly attitude to each other which is the quintessential psychological conflict of the characters.
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