Edmund Spenser’s epicThe Faerie Queene, written in the 1500s, is an early predecessor of many modern fantasy works. This is a multilayered story from classical literature with both historical and conceptual allegory—the title character, the Faerie Queene, was written to represent Queen Elizabeth...
Early studies of literature, such as those by the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle, saw plot as more important than character. It wasn't until the 15th century that characters, and therefore characterization, became more crucial parts of narratives. Characterization became particularly important in ...
How you communicate the reader’s end goal matters, and the price needs to match up with their perceived value of that end goal. 4. The length of your ebook If two books cover the same topic, but one is 30 pages long and the other is 150, the price should reflect that. But there...
As an aspiring author, it’s likely you’re an avid reader. And, if you already have dreams of sharing your story with the world, it’s important to read and learn from other memoir examples that have resonated with readers. But we don’t suggest just picking up any book. If you wan...
Your earliest reading skills are print awareness and phonics. Babies begin to develop pre-reading in these areas very early with support from parents and child-care providers. Looking at books and playing with them helps small children understand print. You gain phonics skills as you learn to re...
While not an explicit allegory, some critics have observed thatThe Wind in theWillows addresses themes author Kenneth Grahame faced in the early 1900s. For example, while the book is clearly in a quaint forest setting, we see the beginnings of car automation and the characters’ desire to mov...
His early training prepared him for a life of humility before white men, but through injustices- large and small, he came to realize that he was an "invisible man". People saw in him only a reflection of their preconceived ideas of what he was, denied his individuality, and ultimately did...
But did you know that people were using fractions to keep track of amounts of things as early as 1800 BCE? This essay will discuss the history of fractions. 4. Make a Comparison Using comparisons is a good way to make complicated concepts seem more simple and easily understood. Try using...
The more general your resume, the higher the chance you will be overlooked and placed in a pile with other non-distinguishing teacher resumes. Get the attention of your reader early by highlighting your teaching credentials and education front and center on your resume. ...
Landing a job is about more than just meeting qualifications—hiring managers value candidates with genuine enthusiasm for the role and the company. Expressing your passion early in your cover letter helps you make a memorable impression. For example, you might say, “I’ve followed [Company Name...