The Alchemist is a profoundly inspirational novel encouraging readers to pursue their dreams and listen to their hearts. Through Santiago’s journey, Coelho explores universal themes of destiny, love, and transformation, using rich symbolism and allegory to convey his message. The narrative is a deceptively simple yet profoundly spiritual tale of self-discovery, perseverance, and the pursuit … Read more
A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini is a fascinating investigation into women’s tenacity, selflessness, and enduring power in the face of structural tyranny. The novel intertwines the stories of Mariam and Laila, two women whose paths cross in a common fight for survival and dignity, amid the turbulent backdrop of Afghanistan’s recent past. Hosseini’s … Read more
The Kite Runner, Khaled Hosseini’s debut novel, is a dramatic and profoundly touching story that examines friendship, treachery, atonement, and the nuanced complexities of father-son relationships. The novel offers a close examination of the psychological toll of political change and the lingering wounds of personal guilt, all set amidst the historical background of a turbulent … Read more
Iqra Farooq December 19, 2024. The historical and literary backdrop of The Merchant of Venice stresses the character analysis of Shylock through the prism of the stereotypes prevalent in the Elizabethan era. Shylock is a Jewish moneylender who swings between being a vicious villain and a gravely frustrated victim in William Shakespeare’s The Merchant of … Read more
Iqra Farooq, December 16, 2024. Introduction The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare has long been investigated for its moral challenges, intriguing plot, and multifaceted characters. The play’s clever and tenacious heroine, Portia, is one of its finest characters. Portia is a “new woman,” characterized by her knowledge, autonomy, and impulsivity, unlike many female characters … Read more
Iqra Farooq, October 12, 2024. Introduction: Written somewhere between 1596 and 1597, Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice is a cultured drama with a dark underlying theme of social critique mixed with romantic comedy. Shakespeare’s examination of human nature and society is placed in the context of Venetian culture widely different genres and literary influences from … Read more
