Your blog category
Albert CAMUS [pronounced Albert Kamü] was born in Algeria in 1913. He left his philosophy education at the University of Algiers due to health reasons. He went to Paris in 1938, and his first works, The Other Side and The Wedding, were published during this period. His real entrance into the world of literature was…
George ORWELL was born in 1903 in Montihari, Bengal, India. After returning to England with his family, he completed his education at Eton College. Orwell, whose real name was Eric Arthur, served as an Indian Imperial Policeman between 1922-27. However, he resigned when he saw the true nature of the imperial method. His book, To…
Stefan Zweig was born in Vienna in 1881. He studied in Austria, France and Germany. He attracted attention with his anti-war personality. He lived in Salzburg between 1919-1934. He was forced to leave Salzburg due to Nazi oppression. He published his first poems in 1901. He is famous for his many essays, stories and long…
Sabahattin Ali was born on February 25, 1907 in Komotini and was killed on April 2, 1948 in Kırklareli. Sabahattin Ali, who graduated from the Istanbul Primary Teachers’ School, was sent to Germany by the Ministry of National Education in 1928 after teaching for one year in Yozgat. After returning in 1930, he taught German…
Emily Brontë was born in Thornton, Yorkshire, England in 1818. The fifth of six children, Emily was Charlotte Brontë’s younger sister. In 1820, the family moved to Haworth. During her childhood, after the death of their mother, the three sisters (Charlotte, Emily and Anne) and their brother Branwell Brontë dreamed of imaginary places, the names…
Thomas Mann was born in Germany on June 6, 1875. He moved to Munich with his mother and brother in 1893. After doing a voluntary internship at the South German Fire Insurance Bank, he studied at the Technical University in 1895 and 1896. During World War I, Mann supported the conservatism of Kaiser Wilhelm II…
Reading books is considered one of the most effective tools in the mental and emotional development of an individual. Getting lost in the pages of a book is not only limited to gaining information; it also expands one’s imagination, increases empathy and develops emotional intelligence. Reading books in the chaos of daily life offers the…
Books are portals to knowledge and your imagination. However, not everyone may have access to this valuable treasure. Book donation can make a big difference, both individually and socially. İn this article, İ will provide information about the importance of book donation, how to do it, and where you can donate. Why is Book Donation…
Classic world works offer the most important and impressive examples of literary history. These works shed light on various periods of human history and remain relevant today with their universal themes. So, why should we read classic world works and what can we learn from them? What Are Classic World Works? Classic world works are…
Reading is a fantastic activity for both gaining knowledge and enriching yourself spiritually. However, by developing the right reading techniques and habits, you can make this experience more efficient and enjoyable. Here are some tips regarding proper reading: 1. Choose the Right Book Before you start reading, it’s very important to select a book that…