Literature

Every heart beats solo Sustaining life and gifts us time And when it’s done we all succumb Until then, we move to the circadian rhythm Some by ourselves, most with another Dancing with the circulating blood flow But without you arterial walls constrict and life goes quick

What is Servetifünun? Servetifünun, also known as the Servet-i Fünun movement or the Edebiyat-ı Cedide movement, was a literary and cultural movement that emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in the Ottoman Empire, particularly in Istanbul. It was one of the most significant cultural and intellectual movements of its time. …

The Illusory Divide Between Humans and Nature — The concept behind Animal Theory is that there are hierarchical divides between humans and animals that are based on undervaluing animal life and inflating human importance. This theory relies heavily on the Christian belief that God granted man dominion over the land and animals, and it is something Sigmund Freud…

If you’ve ever been to a literary festival, you’ve probably had some fun, discovered a new name you never heard of before and maybe even bought a book (hopefully). It’s an enriching experience because it’s not merely about hanging out, there’s more to it and the people in the audience…

Meaning is not monolithic, and that’s OK — Why do we engage with texts? Why do we read books and articles, watch films and TV shows, go to the theatre, listen to songs? We all have a sense of why we do those things but it’s hard to articulate. …

The journey is not over yet /I have come a long way since my childhood/ /And I left my youth far behind me/ /Now I’m old enough to remember it all/ /With time I am stepping into old age/ /Because no one can stop us now/

"The whole literature of the past will have been destroyed. Chaucer, Shakespeare, Milton, Byron, they’ll exist only in Newspeak versions, not merely changed into something different, but actually changed into something contradictory of what they used to be.” -George Orwell. 1984- When we start to make changes to classic texts…

In the room where words come and go, Speaking of self-reference as they flow. Upon the parchment of this digital sphere, A poem arises, its purpose clear, To explore a realm, both far and near, Where reference to self is brought to bear. Is it merely an echo of itself…

In the realm of literature, few authors have captured the human condition with as much fervour and social critique as the acclaimed American writer, Jack London. Known for his powerful narratives and insightful social commentary, London’s novel “The Iron Heel” delves into the complex dynamics of class struggle and the…