Emily Brontë vs. Charlotte Brontë: Battle of the Brooding Romantics When it comes to English literature’s reigning queens of 19th-century angst, few rival the Brontë sisters, Emily and Charlotte. These two literary powerhouses gifted the world with brooding heroes, windswept moors, and enough emotional turmoil to keep readers sighing for centuries. But who takes the…
Oscar Wilde’s Wit: 10 Quotes That Will Make You Smirk If literary sass were an Olympic sport, Oscar Wilde would have taken home gold every time. The Irish playwright, poet, and all-around literary troublemaker was famous for his razor-sharp wit, flamboyant personality, and scathing social critiques wrapped in humor so clever it could cut glass….
Mary Shelley: The Teen Who Invented Science Fiction If you think your teenage years were dramatic, wait until you hear about Mary Shelley. While most of us were navigating bad haircuts and questionable life choices, she was busy redefining literature and accidentally creating an entirely new genre. Who Was Mary Shelley? Born in 1797 to…
Shakespeare’s 5 Most Savage Insults (and How to Use Them) If William Shakespeare were alive today, he’d be running a wildly successful Twitter account dedicated to devastating comebacks. The Bard had a way with words, and his insults were absolute works of art. Whether you need a witty comeback for an online debate or just…
Who Was Geoffrey Chaucer, Really? If you’ve ever taken an English lit class, you’ve probably heard of Geoffrey Chaucer—the so-called “Father of English Literature.” But let’s be honest: unless you’re a medieval lit enthusiast, Chaucer’s name might conjure up vague memories of high school textbooks, confusing Middle English, and something about a bunch of pilgrims…
