21st LITERATURE REVIEWER

The Tale of Kieu

A Vietnamese poem that tells the story of a young woman who sacrifices herself to save her family.

The Temple of the Golden Pavilion

A Japanese novel based on the burning of a Buddhist reliquary in 1950.

The Ocean to the Youth

A Korean poem that aims to educate the youth about cultural reform and modern knowledge.

Red Sorghum

A Chinese novel that follows the story of a family in rural Shandong Province during a turbulent time.

The Ballad of the Army Cats

A Chinese poem that satirically discusses conscription and the luxury of the court.

Jamila

A Russian novel that recounts the story of a sister-in-law and a local crippled young man.

Rashomon

A Japanese short story about an encounter between a servant and an old woman in a dilapidated place.

Abqariyat Series

An Egyptian book compilation that covers the lives of the seven most important disciples of Muhammad.

The Heartless

A Korean novel that explores the conflict between social realities and traditional ideals.

The Conservationist

An African novel that studies the character of a successful South African industrial executive.

Chaka

A historical African novel about the rise and fall of the Zulu king Shaka.

Things Fall Apart

An African novel that depicts traditional Igbo life during the advent of missionaries and colonialism.

Abay

A Kazakh novel based on the life and poetry of Kunanbay-uli.

T’oji (The Land)

A Korean epic novel that chronicles Korean history from 1897 to 1945.

Alone and Drinking Under the Moon

A Chinese poem that explores the ancient social custom of drinking.

Li Po

The most renowned Chinese poet.

Hangul

Korean's distinctive writing system that gave birth to a wave of Korean literature.

Kabuki

A traditional Japanese popular drama with singing and dancing performed in a stylized manner.

Kalidasa

Considered as the Hindu Shakespeare.

Islam

An essential component and foundation of culture in the Middle East.

Colonial and Post Colonial Experiences

Shaped African literature from ancient to contemporary times, expressing disagreement with corruption.

Chinua Achebe

Author of "Things Fall Apart," which portrays traditional Igbo life during colonization.

Thomas Mofolo

Author of "Chaka," a cautionary tale about the dangers of blind ambition.

David L

Author of the poem "Slow Dance," which reminds us to live life to the fullest.

Alfred Edward Housman

Author of the poem "When I was One and Twenty," which reflects on love and advice.

Kate Chopin

Author of "The Story of an Hour," which explores marriage, freedom, and repression.

James Grover Thurber

Author of "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty," a story about imagination and appreciation of life.

Tess Almendarez Lojacono

Author of the story "Just One Thing," emphasizing the importance of encouraging children.

Restoration Age

An era of literary criticism.

Literary Criticism

An attempt to evaluate and understand an author's literary work through analysis, evaluation, or interpretation.

Leo Tolstoy

Author of "Anna Karenina," which teaches about living for the good of humanity.

Robert Frost

Author of the poem "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening," reflecting on promises and journeys.

John Milton

Author of the epic poem "Paradise Lost and Paradise Regained," exploring the fall of Satan.

William Shakespeare

Author of the tragedy "Romeo and Juliet."

Sophocles

Author of "Oedipus the King," a tragic story of fate and prophecy.

21st Century Literature

A compilation of contemporary literary works reflecting current themes and issues.

Manga

Japanese comics and anime.

Illustrated Novel

A narrative presented with images, requiring interpretation by the reader.

Digi-Fiction

Combines book, movie/video, and internet website formats for a complete story.

Flash Fiction

Very short stories that begin in the middle of the action and often have surprise endings.

Chick Lit

Upbeat, entertaining books featuring young female characters and self-discovery.

Hyperpoetry

Poetry produced and presented with the computer.

Speculative Fiction

Genre including science fiction, fantasy, horror, and alternative history.