Read more about the article Beyond the Corsets: Decoding the ‘Color-Conscious’ World of Bridgerton with Stuart Hall
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Beyond the Corsets: Decoding the ‘Color-Conscious’ World of Bridgerton with Stuart Hall

If you step into the world of Bridgerton, you are immediately swept away by a symphony of shimmering silks, scandalous gossip, and string quartets playing instrumental arrangements of Taylor Swift.…

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Read more about the article Magical Realism Explained: From Márquez’s Butterflies to Murakami’s Talking Cats
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Magical Realism Explained: From Márquez’s Butterflies to Murakami’s Talking Cats

Imagine reading a story where a young woman ascends to heaven while folding laundry, and the family's main reaction is one of wistful sorrow, not shock. Imagine a family kitchen…

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Read more about the article The Phenomenon of Reality TV Dating Shows: The Spectacle of Connection
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The Phenomenon of Reality TV Dating Shows: The Spectacle of Connection

  In the vast and fragmented landscape of modern media, few genres have demonstrated the staying power and cultural resonance of reality tv dating shows. From its nascent stages to…

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Read more about the article The Tower of Babel Rebuilt: How Language (and its Absence) Shapes Our Destinies
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The Tower of Babel Rebuilt: How Language (and its Absence) Shapes Our Destinies

The 2006 film Babel, directed by the visionary Alejandro G. Iñárritu, isn't just a movie; it's a profound cinematic experience that continues to resonate. Its interwoven narratives span continents and…

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Read more about the article From BFFs to Battlegrounds: The Multifaceted Mother-Daughter Dynamic in TV & Literature
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From BFFs to Battlegrounds: The Multifaceted Mother-Daughter Dynamic in TV & Literature

Mother-daughter dynamic is a tale as old as time. It’s truly amazing how a relationship as universal and deeply personal as the mother-daughter bond can be portrayed in so many…

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Read more about the article Cultural Hybridity and the Children of Immigrants:  Multicultural Identity in Diaspora
Cultural Hybridity and the Children of Immigrants

Cultural Hybridity and the Children of Immigrants: Multicultural Identity in Diaspora

Cultural hybridity and the children of immigrants! This is a popular issue these days, in a globalized world where people are increasingly displaced and mobile. The concept of multicultural identity…

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Read more about the article How Relationships Have Evolved with the Advent of the Internet, A Cinematic Exploration: Here’s the Answer You Are Looking for!
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How Relationships Have Evolved with the Advent of the Internet, A Cinematic Exploration: Here’s the Answer You Are Looking for!

The advent of the internet has revolutionized many aspects of our lives, particularly how we form, maintain, and understand relationships. The transition from traditional communication methods to digital platforms has…

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Read more about the article How to Live an Authentic Life: Ask The Death of Ivan Ilyich by Leo Tolstoy
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How to Live an Authentic Life: Ask The Death of Ivan Ilyich by Leo Tolstoy

Entering the perfect university, finding the perfect job, marrying the perfect person. How many times have you encountered such notions? How much of your life is driven by social norms…

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Read more about the article William Shakespeare Plays, to Read or Not to Read?: Uncovering the Secrets of Shakespeare’s Enduring Popularity
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William Shakespeare Plays, to Read or Not to Read?: Uncovering the Secrets of Shakespeare’s Enduring Popularity

"To be, or not to be: that is the question." I doubt there’s anyone in the world who hasn’t heard the quote at least once in their life. Whether on…

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Read more about the article Multicultural Identity in Elif Shafak’s Works: a Journey of Diversity, Hybridization and Globalization
Multicultural Identity in Elif Shafak's Works

Multicultural Identity in Elif Shafak’s Works: a Journey of Diversity, Hybridization and Globalization

Ever felt like you come from two different worlds, each making your life complex in their own terms? Or do you simply enjoy reading immigrants’ works of art? Does the…

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