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21 Best Ways to Make Money Online
Many people think that making money online is very difficult and reserved only for the brightest folks, but that's simply not true. Anyone can make money online. You can also make money online with little efforts and...
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What Is the Theory of Imitation? Aristotle's Theory of Imitation Explained
This article explains Aristotl's Theory of Imitation in detail. Aristotle was not the first to use the term imitation. It was also employed by Plato before him, but Aristotle gave a new meaning to the
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Antithesis | Definition & Examples of Antithesis
The word antithesis is a figure of speech wherein two seemingly contrasted ideas are put together in a single statement using parallel grammatical structure. It may be a contrast of ideas, words, phra
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Hamlet as a Revenge Tragedy / Is Hamlet a Revenge Tragedy?
A revenge tragedy is a kind of tragedy wherein the main theme is revenge. In English literature, the revenge tragedy was derived from the tragedies of the Roman dramatist, Seneca. It was Thomas Kyd, w
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Parts of Speech | Examples & Quiz
Parts of Speech: Every sentence is a combination of different words. These different words are divided into many categories according to their functions, which are called parts of speech.
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Object in Grammar | Direct & Indirect Objects | Examples & Quiz
In grammar, an object is a noun, pronoun or a group of words, which receives the action of the verb. For example, in He hit the ball the word ball is an object of the sentence, while the pronoun He is
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Reflexive & Intensive Pronouns | Examples & Quiz
Reflexive Pronoun Definition: A reflexive pronoun is a kind of pronoun that makes reference back to the subject of the sentence. It is the doer as well as the receiver of the action.
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Nouns: Definition, Types and Examples of Nouns
Noun Definition: Noun is the name of a person, place or thing. The word thing here means anything that we can think of. It can be animals, places, persons, ideas, events, objects and so on.
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Hamartia: Definition & Examples
Hamartia Definition: Hamartia is a Greek word for “sin” or “error”, which derives from the verb hamatanein, meaning “to err” or “to miss the mark”. In literature, it means “error in judgement”.
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Tragic Hero: Definition, Characteristics & Examples
Tragic Hero Definition & Characteristics: A tragic hero is a type of character in a play, who makes an error, while judging the situation, which leads to his downfall.
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Caesura: Definition, Types & Examples
Caesura Definition: The term caesura derives from the Latin verb caedare, which means to cut off. Caesura refers to any break or pause in a line of poetry. It is a complete pause marked by a comma.
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Definition and Characteristics of Neoclassical Poetry
Neoclassical Poetry is a type of poetry, which follows the pattern of poetry authored by the poets of ancient time i.e., Greek and Rome. Pope and Dryden were the leading writers of neoclassicism.
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Metaphysical Poetry: Definition and Characteristics of Metaphysical Poetry
Metaphysical is derivative of the Latin word Metaphysica, which is a combination of two words: Meta and Physica. The word meta means ‘beyond’ or ‘after’. It is a prefix and is equally used in English.
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Definition and Characteristics of Shakespearean Tragedy
A Shakespearean tragedy is a play penned by Shakespeare in the style of Shakespeare. Shakespearean tragedy is different from other styles of tragedy in its structure and features.
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Apostrophe: Definition and Examples of Aposrophe
Apostrophe Definition: In literature, apostrophe is a figure of speech which is used to address an absent or imaginary person, a real or imagined object or an abstract quality as if it were a living t
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Analogy: Definition & Examples of Analogy
The word analogy derives from the Greek word analogos, which means proportionate. Analogy is a comparison between persons, places, objects or idea for the purpose of explanation. It is just like a relationship between...
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Anachronism: Definition and Examples of Anachronism
The word anachronism derives from the Greek word anakhronismos, which means something out of harmony with the present. In literature, anachronism occurs when something is placed or presented in inappropriate period of...
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Alliteration: Definition and Examples with Pictures
The word alliteration has been derived from the Latin word alliterare, meaning to start with the same letter. In literature, alliteration is the repetition of sound in poetry or prose.
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Allegory: Definition and Examples
Etymologically, the word allegory has been derived from the Greek word allegorein, meaning to speak in other terms. We can define allegory as an extended narrative where more is meant than meets the eye or the ear, i.e....
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Origin of Drama in English Literature
This article explores the origin of drama. It also shows us the development of drama through various stages. The origin of drama is deeply rooted in the Church.
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Characteristics of Middle English Literature
This hub dwells upon the characteristics of Middle English Literature. Some people also call it Medieval English Literature. Whatever may be the case, you can read about Middle English Literature in this hub.
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Renaissance: Definition and Characteristics of Renaissance
The word Renaissance has been derived from a French word, which means rebirth. It is a combination of two words: re means again, while naissance stands for birth. In English literature, Renaissance is the revival of...
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Physics: Newton's Laws of Motion
This hub explains Newton's three laws of motion. Every Newton's law of motion has been discussed in detail. If you are looking for Newton's laws of motion, then read this hub.
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Physics: Definition and Branches
This hub answer the questions: What is Physics? What are the branches of Physics? If you want to know about Physics, then read this hub.
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Hamlet's Madness: Is Hamlet Mad?
This hub dwells on the question as to whether Hamlet's madness is real or feigned. Some critics, Hamlet's madness is real while others opine it is not. Which one is correct, read this hub from top to bottom.
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Themes of Hamlet / Hamlet Themes Explained
This hub explores various themes in Hamlet. Though, there are many themes in Hamlet, yet I have selected only those themes of Hamlet, which bear more significance in contrast to others.
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Summary of Hamlet / Short Summary of Hamlet
This hub dwells upon the summary of Hamlet. Great care has been taken to cover more in less words. Thus, it will give you an exact summary of Hamlet when compared with summaries of Hamlet by others.
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Characteristics of John Donne's Poetry
There are many characteristics of John Donne poetry, which have been discussed in detail in this hub. If you want to know about characteristics of John Donne poetry, then read this hub.
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John Donne as a Love Poet
John Donne is an amazing love poet in the history of English literature. This hub explores the salient features of love poetry of John Donne.
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Shakespeare's Sonnet 18: Shall I Compare thee to a Summer’s Day?
Sonnet 18 is regarded as one of the masterpieces of William Shakespeare. It is a sonnet, which has received massive appreciation from the critics with regard to its structure and theme. It is a part of Procreation...
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Shakespearean Comedy / Characteristics of Shakespearean Comedy
Shakespearean Comedy is a kind of romantic comedy, which ends on a happy note through a matrimonial relationship between various characters. Marriage plays a vital role in a typical Shakespearean comedy. Any comedy,...
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Simile and Metaphor with Detailed Explanantion
The word Simile has been derived from the Latin word similis, which means, like and likeness. A simile is a comparison between two objects using the words, like, or as. It consists in placing the two different things...
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What is a Lyric? / Definition & Characteristics of A Lyric
Lyric is a very common kind of subjective poetry. It is the most widely used means of self-expression and catharsis. Man has always loved to give catharsis to his pent-up feelings through the means of lyric.
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Present Simple Tense or Present Indefinite Tense
The Present Simple Tense is the first and basic tense in English. It is a kind of tense, which is used to indicate a habitual action, routine work or an action, which is done on a regular basis. There is no indication...
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What is a Comedy? Types & Characteristics of Comedy
Poetry has been defined variously by various people. Doctor Johnson says that poetry is a metrical composition. To Lord Macaulay, poetry is the art of doing by means of words what a painter does by means of colours....
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How to Convert a PDF Document Into an Image - PDF to Image Tutorial
This hub shows you how to convert a PDF document into an image. There are many ways which can help you to convert a PDF document into an image, yet the one I have selected are very easy and free of cost.
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What is Dramatic Monologue?
Dramatic Monologue is a combination of two words i.e., dramatic and monologue. The word dramatic is an adjective derived from the Greek word dramatikos meaning something which pertains to drama or which is replete with...
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What is an Elegy?
The word Elegy has been derived from the Greek word elegeia, which is further derived from the word elegos, meaning a mournful poem. According to Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary, elegy means a poem or a song of...
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Poetry: Definition & Explanation
Poetry has been defined variously by various people. Doctor Johnson says that poetry is a metrical composition. To Lord Macaulay, poetry is the art of doing by means of words what a painter does by means of colours....
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Chaucer’s Contribution to English Language & Literature
Chaucer’s Contribution to English Language & Literature is of paramount importance in the history of English literature. It was Chaucer who transformed English into a full fledged language.
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Easy Steps to Achieve Your Goals / How to Achieve Your Goals?
Achieving your goals is very difficult but there are some tips which can help you achieve your goals. If you follow these tips, I'm pretty sure you will see the results of your efforts. Just follow these tips in letter...
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The Age of Chaucer
This hub explores salient features of the Age of Chaucer. It shows you what events occurred during the age of Chaucer and how they impacted the personality of Chaucer.
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Passive Voice : Structure, Rules & Examples of Passive Voice
This article will show you the structure and rules of Passive Voice. All the rules have been explained for converting active voice sentences into passive voice. All the Tenses have been converted into Passive Voice with...
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Direct and Indirect Speech with Detailed Explanation
Indirect speech is also known as Reported Speech, Indirect Narration or Indirect Discourse. In grammar, when you report someone else’s statement in your own words without any change in the meaning of the statement is...
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Metaphysical Conceit & Petrarchan Conceit
There are two kinds of conceits: Metaphysical Conceit & Petrarchan Conceit. Metaphysical conceit is a conceit What is a conceit? Definition of a conceit?Metaphysical conceit is a kind of conceit, which was invented by...
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Irony's Definition, Types, Etymology & Examples
The word irony has been derived from the Greek word eironeia, which means feigned ignorance or dissembling. Irony is a sarcastic or humorous remark intended to be in contrast to what one says.
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What is Symbolism?
Etymologically, the word symbolism has been taken from a Greek word symballein, which is a combination of two words i.e., syn, meaning together, and ballein, which means throw. Hence, the word symballein means to throw...
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The Epic: Definition, Types & Characteristics
The word epic has been derived a Greek word epikos, which means a word, song or speech. An epic is well-defined as a long story in verse dwelling upon an important theme in a most elegant style and language.
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The Ballad: Definition, Types, and Characteristics
The word ballad has been taken from Latin word ballare, which means dancing song. Ballad is a shorter narrative poem, which comprises of short stanzas. Ballad is a poem, which is meant for singing.
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The Ode: Definition, Types & Characterisitics
Ode is in fact a type of song, which was sung with the accompaniment of music or at least with a lyre. The word ode has actually been taken from a Greek word oide, which means song.
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What is Sonnet?
Sonnet is regarded as the most popular, passionate and heart throbbing genre of subjective poetry. The term sonnet appears to have been derived from a Greek word sonneto, which means a sound. The Italian word sonnetto...
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Definition & Elements of a Novel
he word novel has been derived from an Italian word novella, which means a new story or a new thing. A number of critics have defined the word novel in a different way. A novel is a fictitious prose narrative which...
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Romantic Poetry's Definition & Characteristics
What is romantic poetry? Definition of romantic poetry? What are the characteristics of romantic poetry? What are the features of romantic poetry? What is Romanticism? So, read this hub!
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Pros & Cons of Cohabitation
Should you tie the knot or merely cohabitate? Learn the pros and cons of cohabitation in this detailed article!
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How to Choose Your Life Partner / Best Tips for Choosing Life Partner
Choosing the right partner is a major problem for everyone in this era of materialism. It requires a lot of prudence to make a precise decision. Nobody knows how his proposed life partner will behave in the near future...
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How to Make Money With Online Tutoring / How to Get Online Tutoring Job
Online tutoring is a lucrative means of making money online. Online tutoring is comparatively better than other means of making money over internet. If you are well qualified in your field of study, you can make lots of...
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How to Memorize Things/ Best Tips to Memorize Things
This hub shows you how to memorize your lessons, poems, text, vocabulary. It is full of tips that will certainly help you memorize what you want with speed and accuracy. So, why wait! Read this hub!
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Making Money with Translation / Tips to Make Money with Translation
This hub tells us how to make money with translation. Translation has become a great part time job for those people who are bilingual and who can translate one language into another language.
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9 Ways to Quit Smoking / Tips to Quit Smoking
Quitting smoking is not an easy process. It is a very slow process, but following these tips can certainly help you in quitting smoking. Why wait? Go through the pages of this hub and quit smoking.
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Eight Elements of a Happy Marriage
Marriage is an integral part of human life. Life without marriage is absolutely nothing as it’s an all-natural process for continuation of human life on earth. It’s been observed that a majority of matrimonial...
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Delay or Procrastination in Hamlet
Procrastination or delay plays an important role in Hamlet. It was all due to procrastination of Hamlet that he could not kill Claudius while he was praying. Procrastination hinders Hamlet's actions.
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Muhammad Rafiq is a freelance writer and blogger. He holds Master's Degree in English Literature and a Bachelor's degree in education. He likes to write about English literature and anything else that comes to his mind.