Analysis of Macbeth Themes: Including Betrayal and More
Betrayal, the corrupting force of unchecked ambition, the contrast between kingship and tyranny, and the relationship between masculinity and cruelty …
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Macbeth Study Guide: Witch Symbolism and Other Symbols
The final part of the Macbeth Study Guide looks at the alternate meaning behind items like the floating dagger, raging storms, and more.
Continue ReadingShakespeare's Macbeth Quotes and Analysis
Say these Macbeth quotes and everyone will think you’re smart (or really weird). Say them with an English accent and the ladies will swoon. …
Continue ReadingSummary of Macbeth: Acts 1-4, Plus the Curse of Macbeth
“Double, double, toil and trouble…” You’ll be well out of trouble now with these summary reviewing all the main parts in …
Continue ReadingUnderstanding Macbeth Characters: Analysis of Malcolm, Duncan, Lady Macbeth and Many More
Tired of not being able to respond when someone asks you to analyze Malcolm from Macbeth or Duncan from Macbeth. Macfret no more.
Continue Reading"An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge": Study Questions, Theme and Synopsis
These quotes reveal the themes and other literary elements in “An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge” by Ambrose Bierce.
Continue Reading“Cry, the Beloved Country” Tone and Biblical Allusions . Use This Study Guide to Understand the "Cry, the Beloved Country" BIblical Allusions and Tone
In “Cry, the Beloved Country," tone doesn’t seem to remain constant. How does the tone change? Why do the names sound so biblical, and …
Continue ReadingExplanation of Quotes from “Cry, the Beloved Country”
These quotes from “Cry, the Beloved Country” bring out the main themes in the book. Read on for an analysis of important excerpts from the book.
Continue ReadingHawthorne's Young Goodman Brown Symbolism and Analysis
Don’t get stuck scratching your head in class! Learn the main symbols in ‘Young Goodman Brown’ and dominate that class discussion!
Continue Reading“The Giver” Study Guide: Analysis of Main Characters
Jonas and The Giver have very intense personalities, but author Lois Lowry develops other characters of “The Giver” as well. Read on to find out more …
Continue ReadingAnalysis of Characters from “Call of the Wild”: Character List
If you’re studying “Call of the Wild,” it is important to understand how each of the characters changes throughout the novel. This character list also …
Continue ReadingBrief Book Summary of "The Giver" by Lois Lowry
Review the basic elements of the young adult novel “The Giver”. Here is a brief summary and outline of the plot.
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