The author traces the influence of Taoism on Ursula K. Le Guin's science fiction, analysing the use of spiritual symbols in her book, 'The left hand of darkness' which directly relates to her belief in Taoism.
Language and what it means? What is lost even in the best of translations? There are some of the questions that the author ponders over. along with how language and cultures are much more closely related than they actually seem to be.
Why Julia, Gertrude, and Daisy Deserve a Little Less Criticism
The author invites readers to revisit Julia (1984), Gertrude (Hamlet) and Daisy (The Great Gatsby) with more context and see further than the male gaze.
How Steinbeck Uses Environment to Create Entry Points into a Narrative
Geoffrey Miller writes about the nuanced approach of the inimitable Steinbeck and how he uses environment to create entry points and eases into the minds of readers.
Lena Gemmer writes about facing the unaccommodating public school's educational system in her childhood, which is futile for students with learning diabilities.