Today is the birthday of Charlotte Brontë. The Brontë sisters, Charlotte, Emily, and Anne, are renowned for their contributions to English literature, with novels such as “Jane Eyre,” “Wuthering Heights,” and “The Tenant of Wildfell Hall” that have become classics. Their works are celebrated for their originality, emotional depth, and Read more…
The Picture of Dorian Gray: A Modern Retelling of Narcissus The Picture of Dorian Gray is a novel by the renowned Irish playwright and author, Oscar Wilde. First published in 1890, it has captivated readers for its exploration of beauty, morality, and the consequences of unchecked vanity. The story revolves around the Read more…
Earlier this week a new book based on Greek myths came out: Medea by Rosie Hewlett. Medea’s tale is one of the most powerful and enduring in Greek mythology. Her story is a complex web of love, betrayal, revenge, and the struggle for power. She was the daughter of King Read more…
Cyrano de Bergerac: The Man Behind the Nose Cyrano Savinien de Cyrano de Bergerac (1619–1655) was a French dramatist, soldier, and poet. Born in Paris, he led a life as colorful as his plumed hat. Cyrano’s early years were marked by military service, where he fought valiantly in the Thirty Read more…
The Dune series, authored by Frank Herbert, is a rich and intricate science fiction saga that draws inspiration from various sources, including Greek mythology. With its pantheon of gods, epic quests, and timeless themes, Greek mythology has significantly influenced the narrative and characters within the Dune universe. Let’s delve into some of these connections: Frank Read more…
The story of Beauty and the Beast is one of the most beloved fairy tales in the world, but did you know that it has its roots in an ancient Greek myth about Greek god Eros (known as Cupid to the Romans – the symbol of Valentine’s Day)? The myth Read more…
Ayn Rand, a name that evokes both admiration and criticism, left a mark on literature, philosophy, and political thought. Born Alisa Zinovyevna Rosenbaum on February 2, 1905, in Saint Petersburg, Russia, she embarked on a tumultuous journey that shaped her worldview and ignited passionate debates. Her life journey was marked by intellectual curiosity and Read more…
Virginia Woolf (1882-1941) was one of the most influential writers of the 20th century. Born in London to a prominent literary family, she received a private education that included learning Greek and Latin. Woolf was fascinated by the ancient Greeks and their culture, and often referred to them in her Read more…
With the Baltimore Ravens playing in the NFL Conference Championship on Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs, its a great time to look at how they got their name. The Baltimore Ravens were named after the famous poem “The Raven” by Edgar Allan Poe, because Edgar Allan Poe lived in Read more…
To celebrate Lord Byron’s birthday (Jan. 22, 1788), lets learn more about him. Lord Byron was a British poet and one of the most influential figures of the Romantic movement in the early 19th century. He was born George Gordon Byron on January 22, 1788, in London, England, to a Read more…