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As a teaching degree student I have no free time... Just a regular Sunday working on presentations. What comes to your mind if you hear the name "Shakespeare"?

As a teaching degree student I have no free time... Just a regular Sunday working on presentations.
What comes to your mind if you hear the name "Shakespeare"?

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Ayuni

5d

INFP
Scorpio

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Lol

Lol

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Mysticwanderrrr

6d

INFP
Pisces

Autumn Melancholy 🍁

By Gustave Flaubert, from November (Hesperus Press, 2005; 1842)

Autumn Melancholy 🍁

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Mysticwanderrrr

12d

INFP
Pisces

Franz Kafka, Blue Octavo Notebooks

Franz Kafka, Blue Octavo Notebooks

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Mysticwanderrrr

7d

INFP
Pisces

🍁

Virginia Woolf in a letter to Violet Dickinson

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Esther

22d

ISFJ
Scorpio

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Just love the words

"The first symptom of true love in a man is timidity, in a young woman, boldness."

Just love the words

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Angie

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INFP
Aquarius

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About to read this classic after previously reading Frankenstein, The Day of the Triffids and The Mayor of Casterbridge.

About to read this classic after previously reading Frankenstein, The Day of the Triffids and The Mayor of Casterbridge.

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Mysticwanderrrr

8d

INFP
Pisces

Tale of Two Women

Tale of Two Women

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Mysticwanderrrr

25d

INFP
Pisces

Dreamlike 💭

Anaïs Nin, from The Diary of Anaïs Nin, Vol. VI: 1947-1955

Dreamlike 💭

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Mysticwanderrrr

20d

INFP
Pisces

In thousand agonies I exist

In thousand agonies I exist

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Kaizy

1mo

INFP
Capricorn

6w7

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7

How does one become a butterfly?

Book: Hope for the Flowers - Trina Paulus

How does one become a butterfly?

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Sudhanshu

18d

ENTJ
Libra

8w7

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Agar wo humse pooche ki kya gum hai To kya gum hai..agar wo humse pooche!

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Gabriel

27d

ENFJ
Sagittarius

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Virão/ They Will Come

Calma meu bem, Calm down my darling, Você faz o que te convém, You do what suits you, Venha só se quiser vir, Come only if you want to come, Mas se você não vier But if you don’t come Alguém vem… Someone will come… Livro - Folha Vazia: ou você rabisca ou escreve poesia

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Mysticwanderrrr

1mo

INFP
Pisces

"I see you in my dream"

Heinrich Heine, tr. by Aaron Kramer

"I see you in my dream"

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Gabriel

27d

ENFJ
Sagittarius

8w7

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A FILA

Deixe ir esse amor confuso, que deixa seu coração louco, pois quando um amor parte. Ele abre espaço para outro… Livro - Folha Vazia: ou você rabisca ou escreve poesia

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Michael

1mo

INFP
Libra

2w1

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HBD Ray Bradbury

Today marks the 103rd birthday of the man who introduced me to speculative fiction, Ray Bradbury. My favorite passage is none other than the introduction to The Martian Chronicles: "The people of Earth came to Mars. They came because they were afraid or unafraid, happy or unhappy. There was a reason for each man. They were coming to find something, or to dig up something or bury something. They were coming with small dreams or big dreams or none at all. The first men were few, but the numbers grew steadily. There was comfort in numbers. But the first Lonely Ones had to stand alone..."

HBD Ray Bradbury

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April

1mo

INFJ
Aries

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Has anyone here ever read Lord of the Flies?

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Angie

1mo

INFP
Aquarius

6w5

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Classic reading 📚

Recently I desided to delve into some classic literature. My first of this was Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. I found this to be an amazing book. The second that I have just finished is John Wyndhams The Day of the Triffids. That made me think of how would we cope if most of us woke up blind with the constant threat we were unable to see. My current one is The Mayor of Casterbridge by Thomas Hardy. I read that book aged 16 for my CSE exams, 40yrs ago.

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Zari

2mo

INFJ
Aquarius

8w7

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7

❤🌿

‘I don't need anything,’ said Amir. 🍂

❤🌿

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Lina

2mo

INTJ
Aquarius

I am curious to know whats peoples opinion on Heathcliff 🤔 Do you like his character or nahhh? And do you justify his action later on in the book?

I am curious to know whats peoples opinion on Heathcliff 🤔
Do you like his character or nahhh? And do you justify his action later on in the book?

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Isaac

2mo

ENFP
Aries

The Mahabharata

What an amazing journey...Two more volumes to go!

The Mahabharata

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Ben

2mo

ENFP
Sagittarius

8w7

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"Peace before the gray skies"

by Ben Bontigao A sunny day, feeling light trees sway, sun is bright Sitting. . . gazing in wilderness, longing. Peaceful thought came to naught clad with silence as the air listens. And came the squall violent, all's pinned against the wall no one dared to move all has turned to mauve. At first, I thought I long for salvation that somehow, someone could stop this damnation nonchalantly begging the gray sky to take me away and bid goodbye.

"Peace before the gray skies"

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Rafael

3mo

INFP
Gemini

2w1

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From "Four Quartets", by T. S. Eliot:

From "Four Quartets", by T. S. Eliot:

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pat

3mo

INTP
Libra

quote

"It does not take sharp eyes to see the sun and the moon, nor does it take sharp ears to hear the thunderclap. Wisdom is not obvious. You must see the subtle and notice the hidden." -sun tzu, art of war.

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Gustavo

4mo

ISFJ
Aries

9w1

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Walt Whitman

Resist much, obey little

Walt Whitman

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Gustavo

4mo

ISFJ
Aries

9w1

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1

Murakami

What is in your opinion the best cover of Murakami's books?

Murakami

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Brian

5mo

ENFJ
Pisces

2w3

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3

Once Upon A Manuscript, Dreary....

Once Upon A Manuscript, Dreary....

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Nana

5mo

INFJ
Scorpio

2w1

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A Letter To Ouranus

Dear Ouranus, my heart is heavy, As I pour out my soul, feeling unsteady. For a paycheck, I sold my essence, Now in neverland, I'm left defenseless. From wonderland, I've been cast aside, My dreams, mere nightmares in which I hide. Though they say I'm spoiled, they don't see The lack of childhood that's within me. I'm a tall child, wounded and scarred, Abused, neglected, and left emotionally marred. Beaten, burned, and even raped, Ouranus, please, free me from this painful fate. I need someone wise, someone kind, To hear my complaints and ease my mind. A mother, a father, or an older friend, But for now, you're all I have, to you I bend. Take me home, to a place of belonging, Where I can rest and find some healing. I've never had a family of my own, An orphaned leaf, in a garden unknown. You're always here, your warmth I feel, As I lay bare my soul, my wounds to heal. And I find solace in the tales you share, Of heroes who conquer and villains who dare. Through hardship and struggle, they fight on, Their courage and strength, a source of inspiration. With your love and guidance, I'll find my way, A new chapter in life, a brand new day. Dear Ouranus, please hear my plea, And guide me to where I'm meant to be. With you by my side, I'll never stray, Together we'll find the light, a new dawn each day.

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Eder

5mo

ENFP
Pisces

2w1

2

1

Do You have a favorite book?

Tell me the name of a book that you love

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Selada

6mo

INTP
Gemini

6w5

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If I’ve learned one lesson from all that’s happened to me, it’s that there’s no such thing as the biggest mistake of your existence. There’s no such thing as ruining your life. Life’s a pretty resilient thing, it turns out.

Sophie Kinsella

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Alectrical

6mo

ENTP
Capricorn

8w7

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7

A Perspective of Gilgamesh slaying Humbaba

Gilgamesh, the king of Uruk, was known throughout the land for his great strength, courage, and leadership. Despite his many accomplishments, however, he yearned for a challenge that would test his abilities to their limit. That challenge came in the form of Humbaba, a fearsome giant who terrorized the nearby Cedar Forest. Gilgamesh, determined to prove himself as a hero, set out on a perilous journey to confront the monster. Along the way, he met Enkidu, a wild man who shared his passion for adventure and battle. Together, they formed a bond that would prove crucial to their eventual victory. When they finally reached the Cedar Forest, Humbaba greeted them with a deafening roar. Undaunted, Gilgamesh and Enkidu charged forward, wielding their weapons with ferocity. Humbaba fought back with all his might, but he was no match for the combined strength and skill of the two heroes. Despite the odds against them, Gilgamesh and Enkidu persevered, hacking and slashing their way through the monster's defenses until they finally stood victorious. With a mighty blow, Gilgamesh struck the killing blow, felling Humbaba and securing his place as a true hero of the people. The triumphic victory was celebrated throughout the land, and Gilgamesh and Enkidu were hailed as the greatest heroes of their time. For Gilgamesh, the victory was more than just a test of his strength; it was a validation of his worth as a leader and protector of his people. And for Enkidu, it was a chance to prove that he was more than just a wild man, but a true warrior and friend. In the end, their victory over Humbaba cemented their place in history as two of the greatest heroes to ever walk the earth.

A Perspective of Gilgamesh slaying Humbaba

Gilgamesh is the Hero

Humbaba is the Hero

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Selada

6mo

INTP
Gemini

6w5

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5

what is love

I can say with great certainty and absolute honesty that I did not know what love was until I knew what love was not.

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Jeam

6mo

INTP
Libra

El llano en llamas

A memorable collection of tales written by Juan Rulfo. If you want to just dive in the magic realism, you can start reading this mythical writer. My favorite tale: Luvina.

El llano en llamas

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Alectrical

6mo

ENTP
Capricorn

8w7

8

7

A Perspective of Humbaba from the Epic of Gilgamesh

I am Humbaba, the fearsome protector of the cedar forest. My job is to guard the trees from those who would seek to cut them down and destroy this sacred land. For centuries, I have fulfilled my duty, defending the forest with all my might. One day, a man named Gilgamesh appeared before me. He was accompanied by his loyal companion Enkidu, and they came with the intention of cutting down the cedar trees and plundering the forest. I could not allow this to happen. It was my duty to protect the forest, and I would not let these invaders destroy it. I stood my ground and confronted them, warning them of the consequences of their actions. But Gilgamesh was determined to carry out his plan, and he attacked me with his sword. I fought back with all my strength, but eventually, I was overpowered and defeated. As I lay dying, I realized that my efforts to protect the forest had been in vain. Despite my best efforts, the trees would still be cut down, and the forest would be destroyed. I had failed in my duty as the forest's protector. But even in my final moments, I found solace in the fact that I had stood up for what I believed in. I had fought bravely to protect the forest, and I had given my life in defense of this sacred land. And while my death was tragic, I knew that my legacy would live on, and that future generations would remember me as a hero who had given everything to protect the natural world. And so, as I closed my eyes for the last time, I knew that I had fulfilled my destiny as the guardian of the cedar forest. Though my life had ended in tragedy, I had died a hero, and that was all that mattered.

A Perspective of Humbaba from the Epic of Gilgamesh

Humbaba is the Hero

Gilgamesh is the Hero

3 votes

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Rajas

6mo

INTJ
Virgo

" Now that I know you exist how do I not fall in love with you? " > " I love you "

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Alejandro Chavez

7mo

INFP
Capricorn

A good woman is hard to find

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Alejandro Chavez

7mo

INFP
Capricorn

Have you read any short story that made you feel hormonal?

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Rob

7mo

INFP
Cancer

2w1

2

1

Gothic Literature

Gothic Literature

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OneUntamedFrog

8mo

ESFJ
Capricorn

9w1

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1

Current Mood

Current Mood

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