The American Cowboy
An article exploring the legendary character of the American cowboy, through novels like Zane Grey's and Annie Proulx's.
Olivia Freeman-Barrett
Falling in Love with Jane Austen’s ‘Pride and Prejudice’
A recommendation of Jane Austen's 'Pride and Prejudice'.
Victoria Hislop’s ‘The Island’
A recommendation for Victoria Hislop's Novel 'The Island'. 'The Island' is based upon the historical events surrounding the leper colony which came to dominate the Greek Island of Spinalonga.
My Favourite Shakespeare Play: The Taming of the Shrew
Olivia Freeman-Barrett explains why The Taming of the Shrew is her favourite Shakespeare play.
Everyone…meet Lady Susan
Olivia introduces you to a less known, but equally as entertaining Jane Austen character.
The Battle of the Book vs the Film.
Olivia discusses her preference over book or film, giving examples of our most loved to decide which is overall better. There is also a chance to leave your preference below!
Into the Water
An honest review of 'Into the Water' by Paula Hawkins.
This is Going to…make you laugh. A review of ‘This is Going to Hurt’ by Adam Kay
A review of the comedy text of the year, 'This is going to hurt' by Adam Kay.
My Top Ten Texts From my First Year Studying English Literature
Looking back on my first year reading English Literature at Durham University, I talk about my favourite texts.
A Doll’s House: A Feminist Text?
An opinion piece, based on the drama, 'A Doll's House' by Henrik Ibsen.