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Discover the enduring appeal of Charles Dickens’ classic novel “A Tale of Two Cities.” From its vivid portrayal of the French Revolution to its exploration of themes of love, sacrifice, and redemption, this literary masterpiece continues to captivate readers over 160 years after its initial publication. Learn about the plot, characters, themes, writing style, and historical context of this beloved classic, as well as its adaptations and legacy in popular culture.
Rangoli, Art at the Threshold
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The Dark and Twisted World of “Wuthering Heights”
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How is the world classified today? Has it changed since ancient history or is it still the same, and more importantly who is to blame. Enjoy my poem, Pyramid, from my poetry collection, The War Edition in this episode of Poetry from English Plus Podcast.
Poetry | Bombardment
What can be the thinking of an officer ordered to drop a bomb on a place teeming with civilians and life, but that’s an order. Bombardment is the poem I chose for today’s Poetry episode.
Poetry | War Against Everybody
Have you ever waged any kind of war and you were too angry to question why you have waged this war and against whom? Today’s poem is War Against Everybody from Chaos poetry collection by Danny Ballan.
Poetry | Curly
Poets are dreamers, idiots who believe in their own worlds and can sharpen their imagination to reach unbelievable depths, but they pretty much live there on their own. Curly is a new poem by Danny from English Plus Podcast.
Poetry | To A Stranger
To all strangers who are reading or listening to this poem, I salute you. Without you, I could have never called myself a writer. I dedicate this poem to you.
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