Ferdinand de Saussure is most known today for his 1916 publication, Cours de Linguistique Générale, which is essentially a compilation…
A theological, intellectual, and literary movement known as transcendentalism emerged in the eastern United States during the first half of…
A dramatic movement known as "epic theater" emerged in the early to mid-20th century from the beliefs and work of…
Existentialism was first developed by intellectuals like Kierkegaard and Nietzsche in the late 19th century. But it truly came into…
Okonkwo, the timid and indolent Unoka's son, tries to succeed in a society that seems to value manliness. By doing…
Nigerian novelist Chinua Achebe's first book, "Things Fall Apart", was released in 1958. It shows life before colonization in the…
The Pre-Raphaelite painters instead placed an emphasis on vivid colors, evenly illuminated settings, and, most importantly, the extensive use of…