Analysis

British Dystopia
Ahh Orwell, you bane of American High School students everywhere…at least those who don’t get their books banned. I pity them.
By Matthew J. Fromm3 years ago in BookClub
Embark on a Serialized Writing Adventure with a Community of Storytellers
Chapter 1: A World of Words Step into the world of Chapters, where the power of storytelling knows no bounds. In this chapter, we invite you to embrace the magic of serialized writings, where your creativity can unfold in captivating installments. Discover the joy of crafting ongoing narratives, engaging your readers, and building a community of literary enthusiasts.
By fahad braithwaite3 years ago in BookClub
"The Handmaid's Tale" - A Haunting Dystopian Masterpiece that Leaves a Lasting Impression
"The Handmaid's Tale" by Margaret Atwood is a dystopian novel that has left an indelible mark on the literary landscape. With its haunting portrayal of a future where women's rights are crushed under the weight of a repressive regime, the book serves as a chilling warning of the dangers of fanaticism and the erosion of human rights. As a reader, I found myself drawn into the eerie and thought-provoking world of Gilead, where the harrowing journey of the protagonist, Offred, echoes with the echoes of reality.
By Danel Garcia3 years ago in BookClub
What I Read
Introduction This is my dip into the new Vocal Book Club Community which you can find out more about here. I've included The Charlatans' "Tellin' Stories" because these books tell us stories.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 3 years ago in BookClub
A Controversy: Objectivism
I read this book for the first time in Europe when I was 18, the French countryside whisking by as I drank wine and thought about my adventures. This book opened my eyes as much as exploring other cultures; now, on to the book review. Let me say thank you, Vocal, for this community.
By Jazzy 3 years ago in BookClub
Echoes of Our Hearts
Title: Echoes of Our Hearts The wind whistled through the trees, carrying the faint scent of roses as it brushed against Emily's cheeks. She stood outside the old wooden house, her heart pounding like the rhythmic beat of a drum. After years of avoiding this place, she finally found the courage to return. Memories, both bitter and sweet, flooded her mind as she turned the doorknob and stepped inside.
By Abdul Ahad3 years ago in BookClub
Rumpole and My Unfair Thoughts
It has been said that you can lie all you want in non-fiction, especially in the autobiographical form, but that it is impossible to lie in fiction. This has been an interesting contradiction that allows the reader to learn a great deal about certain writers that those authors may prefer to keep hidden in their own thoughts, not exposed on the bare page. And with this thought in mind, I want to talk about Rumpole of the Bailey.
By Kendall Defoe 3 years ago in BookClub
The Case of Billy Mavreas
Who is Billy Mavreas and why am I writing a review of his book? Two fair questions, of course. They might lead to others, but for now, I will try to answer them for you.
By Kendall Defoe 4 years ago in BookClub
Insight into Mary Flannery O'Connor's Short Story 'A Good Man is Hard to Find'
People may have preconceived ideas of what they believe it means to be good, but it seems like a far cry from true perfection. Not only is a “good man hard to find,” but a good man is impossible to find at least according to what Mary Flannery O’Connor’s writing suggests. In the short story A Good Man is Hard to Find, the author uses symbolism, realistic characters, and a theme of grace to illustrate humanity’s problem and provide a solution.
By Rowan Finley 5 years ago in BookClub