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Myths & Legends of the Giraffe
A fascinating and beautiful creature, the giraffe has long been marveled at by people and cultures from around the world for its unique physical features, its rarity and its peaceful nature. In addition to being a rarely seen animal in most parts, scholars of the past were often at a loss to explai
How to Analyze Historical Fiction
Historical fiction is a made-up story, written in the style of fiction, which takes place in historical circumstances and/or involves a historical figure. It may include make-believe characters and involve circumstances that spring solely from the author's imagination, but the details and context ne
Youth Poetry- Let the Youth express themselves
Poetry is an art form in its own right. Creative writing which leads to either poetry, song writing, script writing or becoming an author is usually the origins of poetry however, it is also a great w
Fascinating facts about the Animals of Australia
If your kids love animals and they love knowing interesting facts and information about these animals, then they must read the book written by John Davidson. This book is entitled 'Animals of Australi
Jyotipunj – Narendra Modi
Only those who keep walking get sweet returns...look at the sun's perseverance - dynamic & always on the move, never dormant... hence keep moving”, says Narendra Modi, CM of Gujarat. A man of cour
Animals of Greek Mythlogy
In Greek mythology, creatures either depicting animals or animal hybrids are quite common. These creatures have a wide range of personalities and purposes in the myths, from being hindrances to helpers of the Gods. Although there are hundreds of instances of animal-like creatures in Greek myths and
How to Make Your PS3 Read Your Media Server
The PS3 media server is capable of reading any existing streamed document or file on the network. If you have enabled your computer on the network, your PlayStation 3 is capable of loading the file and streaming its information to your actively configured television screen.
Creative Writing - Synopsis - How To Write A Synopsis
Your story is finished. You know every twist and turn of the plot. You know your characters inside and out. Now how do you share all of that with an editor, without her having to read the whole story?
Time Travel in Fiction
Time travel has fascinated people for millennia, beginning with old folk stories and myths, and continuing on into the 21st century in the form of novels, television shows, and motion pictures
Literary London: on the Trail of the Capital's Most Famous Authors
The British capital is a treasure trove of booklore, having provided the setting, home or inspiration for hundreds of classic titles. If you're a bookworm, a London literary tour is a must.
How to Read Literature Like a Professor for Critiques
When people think of the quintessential expert on literature, a professor comes to mind. Professors dedicate their lives to studying, teaching and writing about literature. Not only do they have to keep up to date on the latest developments in their field of interest, many tenure contracts require p
How Reading Aloud to Children Helps With Auditory Perception
According to education experts Peggy Gisler and Marge Eberts, "reading to young children is one of the very best things that parents can do for them." With infants, reading aloud improves auditory perception by forming positive associations with reading, and later on those associations for
What Were the Associations of Hermes the Greek Messenger?
Hermes was one of the 12 Olympian gods who banded together to overthrow the Titans and take control of their home on Mount Olympus. His father, Zeus, was god of the skies and considered to be the ruler over the Olympians. His mother, Maia, was one of the Pleiades and the daughter of Atlas. He was cl
How to Develop the Theme in Short Stories
All short stories should have a central theme or underlying idea to drive the character's motivation and peak the reader's interest. Writer's Digest defines theme as, "the emotion you want readers to feel when they are finished with whatever you have written." Both Writer's Digest and ACS Distant Ed
Aspects of Literary Criticism: Theme and Genre
Literary criticism analyzes literature based on different schools of criticism, including formalist, deconstructionism, reader response, psychoanalytic and feminist. Building blocks and classifications of literature often play a large role in this analytical process because they teach the reader how
First Series Of Millennium Trilogy Is A Story Of Serial Murder
The Millennium Trilogy by the late author Stieg Larsson is a list of best selling novels. Author Stieg Larsson is a Swedish writer and journalist.
Why Indian authors best sellers books are good to read?
No one can beat Vijay singal Indian authors best sellers in the field of writing. However you can learn more about the good options you have regarding Indian authors best sellers.
Meanings of Different Flowers During the Medieval Period
When given as gifts or portrayed in artwork, flowers served as silent messengers throughout the Medieval period. Their messages can still be understood and enjoyed today.
How to Brainstorm Short Story Ideas
Story ideas can hit you like a miracle. Inspiration can come from anything or anywhere, and it can come at any time. But there are times when nothing happens at all and you are stuck. Whether you’re experiencing writer’s block or not, you don't have to wait for the muses to get inspire
How Can I Read Japanese Books on an iPad?
Apple's iPad and iPad 2 combine several consumer electronics into one device. You probably already know about browsing the Internet and playing games on the iPad, but you can also use the iPad as an eReader to catch up with news, flip through magazines and read novels. As a Japanese speaker or learn