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La Dame aux Camilias
Dumas fils’ 1848 tragic romance: courtesan Marguerite and Armand’s doomed love, inspiring La Traviata. Themes: sacrifice, societal hypocrisy. -
A Blot In The 'Scutcheon
"A Blot in the 'Scutcheon" by Robert Browning is a tragic play about love, honor, and betrayal. Mildred's secret past threatens her relationship with Lord Henry Mertoun, leading to... -
A Charmed Life
"A Charmed Life" by Mary McCarthy is a sharp, satirical novel exploring the complexities of marriage, infidelity, and societal expectations. Set in a small New England town, it fol... -
1872 FAIRY TALES OF HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN
"A sharp satire of societal uselessness, She Was Good for Nothing follows a woman reclaimed by herself after being labeled a 'burden' by her family. A darkly comedic journey throug... -
HOW A FISH SWAM IN THE AIR AND A HARE IN THE WATER.
A satirical tale where a fish defies gravity and a hare thrives underwater, mocking societal norms. Through absurdity, Andersen critiques rigid rules, urging adaptability. Blending... -
JACK THE DULLARD AN OLD STORY TOLD ANEW
"Jack the Dullard: An Old Story Told Anew" by Hans Christian Andersen is a humorous tale of a simpleton who outsmarts his clever brothers, blending wit and satire to challenge soci...