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Warning against a dystopian society–1984
book introduction: 1984 is a dystopian novel by George Orwell. In the book, the author imagines a totalitarian government that controls people’s thoughts and behavior. Winston Smith, a minor functionary, commits thought crime by entering the love affair with a co-worker and trying to rebel. book recommendation: The book is very well-written. The plots areContinue…
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Literacy empowers freedom– Narrative of the life of Frederick Douglass
“Once you learn to read, you will be forever free.” — Frederick Douglass book introduction: Narrative of the life of Frederick Douglass is a memoir on abolition. In the book, Douglass narrates his experiences being a slave and his ambitions to become a free man. The book is considered one of the most important workContinue…
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The celebration of individualism in “Song of Myself”– poetry analysis
“I celebrate myself, and sing myself.” — Walt Whitman poetry introduction: “Song of Myself” is a poem from the collection “Leaves of Grass” by Walt Whitman. Even though it is different from Whitman’s other works, it represents the core of Whitman’s visions. poetry recommendation: Written in a free verse style, the poem is easily approachableContinue…
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Racism and the Dream- Between the World and Me
Book Introduction: through first person narratives, Ta-Nehisi Coates reveals the damages to the Black bodies the history and ideals of American have caused. Using powerful language, he engages the audience and tells a great story of living with inequality and finding self strength in the society. Book Recommendation: this book tackles racism and inequality. ByContinue…
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The Universality in The Leavers- The Leavers
Book Introduction The book is about Deming Guo and his birth mother Peilan Guo. One day Peilan went missing and the life of the mother and the son changed forever. The story takes place in New York, the United States and Fuzhou, China. Book Recommendation The book is worth reading for its valuable messages. WhileContinue…
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The Simplicity of Life- Walden
Book Introduction Written by Thoreau, Walden is the reflection of the two-year experiences living at the Walden pond by himself. Thoreau lived a life of simplicity and self-reliance, and he learned a great deal and about the individual and nature. Book Recommendation The book will take you away to the beautiful world of Thoreau’s. There,Continue…
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