by Madeleine Rose Jones | Jun 18, 2021 | Liberty, literature
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie wrote the acclaimed Americanah and numerous short stories. Her fiction tackles themes of immigration, African colonialism and womanhood. I’ve never read her books, but I am fascinated by Adichie’s views on artistic liberty and... 
by Madeleine Rose Jones | Jun 13, 2021 | literature
A ‘Byronic’ Hero is moody, rebellious and haunted by his past. His hair is typically jet-black, while his eyes brood over his surroundings. Named after Lord Byron, the Byronic Hero is a staple in Romanticism, as well as literature in general. In this post,... 
by Madeleine Rose Jones | Jun 3, 2021 | Personal, Philosophy
During coronavirus, many university students encountered online higher education. With classes, tutorials and lectures moved online, students had to adapt quickly to online learning management systems. This happened to myself, who in my final year at Macquarie... 
by Madeleine Rose Jones | May 11, 2021 | History, The World, Uncategorized
I love languages, and I’ve written about learning Russian. Since then, I’ve discovered numerous benefits to learning languages. Whether you want to learn Arabic, French, Japanese or German, you can reap many benefits. Here are the benefits of learning a... 
by Madeleine Rose Jones | Mar 15, 2021 | Liberty
Problematic literature is superior to ‘safe’ media. ‘This book is problematic!’ ‘I would’ve liked this book more if it weren’t for the toxic relationships…’ ‘Problematic’ and ‘toxic’ are used in book loving communities by a vocal minority. Whether it’s Chaucer or a... 
by Madeleine Rose Jones | Mar 12, 2021 | Writing Tips
Want to write a fairytale? Unsure where to start? In this post, you will learn nine tips on how to write a fairytale. Drawing on the storytelling from the Grimm Brothers, Arabian Nights, Hans Christian Anderson and Angela Carter, this list aims to help writers of any... 
by Madeleine Rose Jones | Mar 8, 2021 | literature, Uncategorized
What does it mean, to be a witch? Witches are staples in fiction. We all know Hermione from Harry Potter, Melisandre from A Song Of Ice And Fire, Willow Rosenberg from Buffy The Vampire Slayer and the White Witch from Narnia. However, you don’t need awesome magical... 
by Madeleine Rose Jones | Mar 5, 2021 | Cinema, History
Sentiment in literature and cinema is a controversial subject, especially when it pertains to historical depictions. From film director Terry Gilliam’s criticism of Steven Spielberg to contemporary audiences embracing ‘gritty’ depictions of politics and war in their... 
by Madeleine Rose Jones | Mar 1, 2021 | literature, Uncategorized
Crime And Punishment is a brilliant book. Not only does it express profound commentary about morality, Russian life, history and psychology, but Dostoevsky’s writing is spectacular (even in translation). Crime And Punishment is one of the most influential books from... 
by Madeleine Rose Jones | Feb 26, 2021 | General Fiction, literature, Uncategorized
Jane Austen is one of the most beloved authors in the English language. Why? In this post, you’ll read about why Jane Austen maintains her popularity centuries after her death. Key arguments presented include Austen’s fusion of influences, her stylish consistency,...
