The use of English began about the middle of the 14th century, but as late as 1776, Samuel Johnson, asked to write an English epitaph for Oliver Goldsmith, replied that he would never consent to disgrace the walls of Westminster Abbey with an English inscription. A familiar 18th-century epit...
Or, in even more interesting circumstances, epitaphs are written by living people expressly with the intent of the inscription appearing on their own tombstone after they’re gone. William Shakespeare is an example. The Bard is buried in the chancel of the Holy Trinity Church in Stratford, Warw...
In literature, an epitaph is a short written tribute in poetry or prose in memory of a deceased person. The more common definition of epitaph is that of the inscription on a tombstone. Epitaphs may be written by anyone, including the deceased person him- or herself, in preparation for an ...
The God of Small Things is a great example of epicstorytelling. An affluent Indian family is forever changed by a fateful day in 1969. The many themes running through this novel include a powerful family saga, a forbidden love story, and an insufferable political drama. 7. We the Animals b...
Miniver Cheevy,child of scorn, grew lean while he assailed the seasons." (E.A. Robinson, "Miniver Cheevy") "The undistinguished example that fronts the Duke of Wellington pub is serviced by the pigeon man,an elderly stooped figure entirely in brown: from his flat cap, through his greasy ...
Plain English is not limited to expressing only simple ideas: it works for all kinds of writing--from an internalmemoto a complicated technicalreport. It can handle any level of complexity." (Edward P. Bailey,Plain English at Work: A Guide to Writing and Speaking. Oxford University Press, ...
MalapropMalapropism: “If I reprehend anything in this world it is the use of my oracular tongue, and a nice derangement of epitaphs.” (The Rivals, Act 3, Scene III) Intended meaning: “If I comprehend anything in this world it is the use of my vernacular tongue, and a nice ...
Thus, there are essentially an infinite number of genres. Even more, genres are constantly shifting. What is considered contemporary fiction today will change a decade from now. So take the lists below (andanylist of genres you see) as an incomplete, likely outdated, small sample size of gen...
Epitaph: a short lyric written in memory of someone who has died. Sometimes, epitaphs serve as elegies. Ode: a formal lyric poem that is written in celebration or dedication. They are generally directed with specific intent. Other Resources Watch: Greek Lyric Poetry: Works of Sappho, Pindar,...
An epitaph is a brief statement written in memory of a deceased person, often inscribed on a tombstone. It typically summarizes the person’s life, accomplishments, and virtues in a concise and poignant manner. Epitaphs can be poetic, reflective, or simply factual, serving as a lasting tribute...