Welcome to my blog! This is a corner of the internet where I write about literature, mostly. I also write about my experiences, share insights and compose an occasional poem. This is a mixed bag if there ever was one! Sometimes I’m hyper-local and sometimes I’m global – so I’ve invented the term ‘encyclopedic blog’ for this space. This is a self-expression platform, but its also a community that I am happy to have created. Thank you for dropping by!
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Ficklesorts X Manjusha
These articles feature selected artefacts from Manjusha Antique Museum at Dharmasthala, under the patronage of Sri Kshetra Dharmasthala. Manjusha Museum is a massive encyclopedic collection by Dr. D Veerendra Heggade.
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Roots and Responsibility: An Inquiry into Seamus Heaney’s ‘Digging’ | Poem analysis
Seamus Heaney’s "Digging" reflects on the convergence of manual labor and artistic identity, portraying the tension between heritage and self-discovery. Through vivid imagery …
The Dark Night of the Soul: A Critical Analysis of Robert Lowell’s ‘Skunk Hour’ | Poem analysis
Robert Lowell’s "Skunk Hour" marks a pivotal transition in 20th-century literature, moving from formalism to Confessional Poetry. Set in a decaying Maine town, …
My first anime: Grave of the Fireflies
The author reflects on their first encounter with anime, specifically "Grave of the Fireflies," a poignant anti-war film by Isao Takahata. Set during …
Why ‘Life of Pi’ is my forever favourite movie
Life of Pi, a personal favorite since its 2012 release, captivates with its rich character development, particularly Pi's emotional intelligence rooted in faith …