We are the Music Makers by Arthur William Edgar O’Shaughnessy –  Summary, Analysis and Questions and Answers

We are the Music Makers by O’Shaughnessy About the Poem  “We are the Music Makers” by Arthur O’Shaughnessy is among the most upbeat and optimistic poems ever written on art. O’Shaughnessy dedicates his work to the artists, authors, painters, and those who have lived in fantasy and created realms beyond their own. The phrase “We … Read more

An Apology for Poetry Summary and Analysis

An Apology for Poetry Summary An Apology for Poetry by Elizabethan poet Philip Sidney was written in approximately 1580 and first published posthumously in 1595 by two printers in two separate but nearly identical editions. The one published by William Ponosby was titled The Defence of Poesie. The title of Henry Olney’s work is An … Read more

The Ant and the Cricket – Summary, Analysis and Questions and Answers || Class 8th || Honeydew English|| JK BOSE

The Ant and the Cricket Introduction The poem ‘The Ant and the Cricket’ is a fable. A fable is a traditional story that teaches us moral lessons. Animals are usually the characters of fables. This poem also teaches us an important moral lesson about being diligent like an ant. It also teaches us not to … Read more

Song of Myself by Walt Whitman – Summary, Analysis and Solved Questions

Summary Song of Myself The poem “Song of Myself” was originally published in 1855 as part of “Leaves of Grass” and was later republished in 1891-1892 with fifty-two sections. “Song of Myself” is comparable to a journey that takes readers from the human body to the soul and then to the highest regard for the … Read more

Report Writing – Steps and Example

Report Writing Report writing entails the accurate reporting of an event or incident by someone who was a witness to it. A report provides comprehensive information regarding the event/incident in question, as well as all of its specifics. A report may include opinions that are substantiated by factual evidence. Written reports are documents that deliver … Read more

The Selfish Giant by Oscar Wilde – Summary, Analysis and Questions and Answers

The Selfish Giant by Oscar Wilde Book Summary The Selfish Giant is a story about a giant who learned a valuable lesson about love and generosity. A selfish giant owned a lovely garden. Long after his departure, children began to play in his garden. When he returned, he instructed the children to leave. The giant … Read more

The Axe by R. K Narayan – Summary, Critical Analysis and Questions Answers

The Axe by R. K Narayan The Axe is a compelling story about a person seeking his life’s purpose and place. It explores themes of pride, commitment, control, and acceptance. Velan’s father was a poor man, so nobody could have imagined that Velan would one day reside in a three-story building. However, the astrologer’s prediction … Read more

The Accidental Tourist By Bill Bryson – Summary, Setting, Title and Questions and Answers

The Accidental Tourist By Bill Bryson INTRODUCTION This is a story written by Bill Bryson about his adventures on planes. During these flights, he has had a number of negative incidents. He recounts all of these events, and we learn how he fails to enjoy his air flights and, despite being a frequent traveller, is … Read more

Naga-Mandala Play by Girish Karnad  – Summary and Analysis

Naga-Mandala by Girish Karnad  About the Play Girish Karnad, a prominent Indian-English dramatist, is the author of the play Naga-Mandala. Karnad learned about Kannada mythology from his tutor, Professor A. K. Ramanujan, who inspired the play. “Nagamandala” is a ceremonial (cobra worship) practised in the southern Karnataka coastal areas. In 1988, the play was published. … Read more