An Irish Airman Foresees His Death By W.B Yeats is rather a thought-provoking poem on Major Robert Gregory, who was the son of one of Yeats’s friends. Robert Gregory was killed in Italy during the First World War in 1918. The poem was written during the First World War (1914-1919) when many Irish men fought for the cause of Englishmen.
This wonderful chapter titled "Long Walk to Freedom" is an extract taken from "Long Walk to Freedom" which is the famous autobiography of Nelson Mandela; one of the leading figures of the world. In the autobiography, Nelson Mandela provides thought-provoking insight into political and social emancipation. He extensively talks about the system of government, the strength of courage, the power of love and the shallowness of hatred. He also says that freedom is essential for human dignity and oppression is a tormentor that decimates the dignity and identity of races.
“Gooseberries†is a brilliant short story by an iconic Russian writer Anton Chekhov. The story was written towards the end of Chekhov's life, and was first published as the middle story of The Little Trilogy in 1898.
As the title alludes,this is a poem about one of the greatest tragedies of the sea, the wreck of the Titanic on 14 April 1912. The ship collided with an huge iceberg and sank to the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean. However, this disaster has uncovered some of the finest deeds of bravery and heroism of a few people, including Captain Smith and the crew.
The poem, "Sunrise on the Hills" composed by H.W. Longfellow describes the beauty and the glory of nature. Poets believe that Nature has a healing power over man and that he feels enjoyed in the presence of Nature. The musical quality of the poem is truly praiseworthy. The poet used beautiful figurative languages such as simile to make the poem effective and sweet.
Liam O'Flaherty portrays the coast of the Irish Sea and bird life through his inspirational storey of a seagull in "His First Flight." Bird life and habits are revealed clearly in the storey. A bird achieves independence only if it succeeds in flying.
This poem is written by well-known poet
‘Henry Wotton’. This is very meaningful poem. This poem shares secret of a happy life. A truly happy person leads an honest life. He is jealous of none. He is content with whatever he has. He is not a slave of his passions. He prays to God daily and follows the path of goodness.
Elections play an important role in democracy. In India, elections are held after every five years . Sometimes there are by-elections and elections to local bodies such as the Municipality etc. Our school was a polling station in recent parliamentary elections.
CLUES Discipline is the backbone of character…..comes from the word ‘disciple’…..plays important role in family…..in school….in playground…..in office…..soldiers follow whatever is commanded….even objects of nature follow discipline PARAGRAPH ON DISCIPLINE Discipline is the backbone of character. The word discipline comes…
CLUES India………….known for festivals…………..Diwali……Hindu festival………..Lord Rama’s return from exile…….people clean their houses and shops…………..light their houses………send greetings……presents…worship Goddess Laxmi……….children explode crackers……..some people gamble……… AN INDIAN FESTIVAL India is known for festivals. Diwali is an important Hindu festival. It is celebrated…
Secret Of Happiness Questions and Answers Short Answer Questions 1. Which is the greatest day in any individual’s life? Ans:- It is the day when he begins to realise himself for the first time. 2. What is there in the…
The story "Deep Waters" shows us how the writer has conquered his fear of water and learned to swim through sheer determination and willpower. The fear of water had grown since childhood. William Douglas was in a position to conquer his apprehension through sheer determination. The message expressed by this story is that it is not death, but fear of death that induces terror in our minds.
