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The Role of Myth in 'Frankenstein'

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 The Role of Myth in Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein' Self Introduction :- Name : Rahul Desai Roll No. : 26 Semester : 1 Paper No : 103 Paper Name : Literature of the Romantics Assignment Topic : The Role of Myth in 'Frankenstein' Submitted to : Smt S.B. Gardi, Department of English (Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar University) Email ID : rahuldesai477@gmail.com Table of contents :- ✦ Introduction of 'Frankenstein' :- ✦ Mary Shelley :- ✦ The Myth of Prometheus in "Frankenstein" :- ✦ The Creation Myth :- ✦ Myth of Narcissus in "Frankenstein" :- ✦ Myth of Science Fiction :- ✦ The myth of the relationship between the Human and the Monster in Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein" :- ✦ In short :- ✦ References :- ✦ Introduction of 'Frankenstein' :- "Frankenstein" is the very interesting novel written by Mary Shelley. This "Frankenstein" novel combination of Gothic fiction, Science fiction and knowled

"Frankenstein" by Mary Shelley

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 "Frankenstein" by Mary Shelley  Introduction :- "Frankenstein" is the most famous novel by Mary Shelley. Frankenstein novel's full title is "Frankenstein: the Modern Prometheus" . Frankenstein novel published in the year 1818 . The classic horror novel "Frankenstein" was written by Mary Shelley when she was just 18 years old. In this novel "Frankenstein" we can find very interesting narrative technique . This novel is considered one of the earliest works of science fiction and had had a profound influence on literature and popular culture. This task based on the thinking activity. In this task you can find 5 (five) various questions. This thinking activity task assigned by Megha Trivedi ma'am. The Modern Prometheus short video from Ted-Ed . Now let's discuss about Mary Shelley. About Mary Shelley :- Mary Shelley was the wife of P.B. Shelley. Mary Shelley was an English Novelist. Mary Shelley was known for her iconic work

Wordsworth's preface to the Lyrical Ballads

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 "Wordsworth's preface to the Lyrical Ballads" Introduction :- This task based on the thinking activity. Thinking on the various points about Wordsworth and try to explain such important things about the topic. This thinking activity task assigned by Dr. Dilip Barad sir. In this task you can find view on the French Revolution and how it's influenced Wordsworth's Romanticism .  French Revolution :- The French Revolution was a pivotal period of social, political, and cultural upheaval that occurred in France from 1789 to 1799 . It had profound and far-reaching effects not only on France but also on the rest of the world. Here's a brief overview: Causes :- The French Revolution was primarily triggered by a combination of factors, including economic hardship, widespread poverty, social inequality, political corruption, and Enlightenment ideas about democracy and individual rights. Key Events :- -Estates-General :-  The Estates-General was convened in 1789 to ad

Poetic Justice in "Macbeth"

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  "Poetic Justice in "Macbeth " ➤ Introduction :- Poetic justice is a literary and dramatic device used in storytelling where virtue is rewarded and vice is punished in a manner that aligns with the moral or ethical framework of the narrative. It ensures that characters face consequences for their actions, typically rewarding good behavior and penalizing wrongdoing. Poetic justice often provides a sense of moral satisfaction for the audience, reinforcing the idea that actions have consequences in the world of the story. This narrative principle is commonly employed in literature, theater, and storytelling to convey moral lessons and create satisfying resolutions. ➤ Who was the explorer of the term of 'Poetic Justice'? :- The term "poetic justice" is believed to have been popularized by the English literary critic and essayist Thomas Rymer (1641-1713). Rymer used the term in his critical writings to describe the idea that literature, particularly dram

Absalom & Achitophel

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  "Absalom & Achitophel" By John Dryden   Introduction :- "Absalom & Achitophel" poem written by John Dryden. This poem published in 1681. "Absalom and Achitophel" is a satirical allegorical poem written by John Dryden in the late 17th century . It uses biblical characters and narratives to comment on the political and social events of King Charles II's England, particularly the Exclusion Crisis. The poem employs heroic couplets and vivid language to deliver sharp political satire, depicting key figures of the time through allegorical storytelling.   This task based on the thinking activity. This thinking activity task assigned by Dr. Dilip Barad sir.  John Dryden (1631-1700) :- John Dryden was one of the great write and as well as great critic also. John Dryden was an English poet, playwright, translator , etc. John Dryden's concept of 'decorum' in literature refers to the idea that a work of literature should be appropr

John Keats as a Romantic poet

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  "John Keats as a Romantic poet" Introduction :- Hello readers as well as learners, I'm very excited to write this blog and share some valuable knowledge with the help of this blog. This blog based on John Keats as a Romantic poet. This blog is a part of thinking activity in creative manner. John Keats was one of the most prominent figure of Romantic Era in English Literature. John Keats was a English poet and second generation writer of romantic era. In this blog you can find out the major question and definition of that question's answer. I define the question in very deeply. John Keats (1794-1821) :- John Keats was an English poet and known as the second generation of Romantic poet. John Keats one of the most famous writer in Romantic Era.  John Keats had very strong mindset and brave heart. When he was sick at that time he thought about imagination and also focused in his works. That's the quality of John Keats inspired to everyone. He gave the term of Nag