Sylvia Plath is one of the 20th century’s most brilliant and original poets. Here are seven visionary works that exemplify her powerful voice.
Mermaids, giants, and witches are some of the supernatural characters readers encounter in the words of the brilliant writer Oscar Wilde.
Samuel Johnson (1709–1784) was an English lexicographer and writer whose witty, profound essays and aphorisms redefined Enlightenment-era wisdom.
Gloria Steinem is one of the most prolific feminist activists, journalists, and essayists. In 2013, she received the Medal of Freedom for her work and activism.
Why is Henry James known as the Master? Discover six of the novelist's greatest works, each laden with psychological complexity and tightly wrought prose.
The forces of darkness in Beowulf pervade the epic poem. Let’s understand them.
The United States has many must-visit small towns for all bookworms, aspiring writers, and lovers of literature alike.
Discover the roots of ten words that came into the English language from the neighboring group of Celtic languages.
