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Research Methodology

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  Research Methodology Paper no : 209 ∆ Personal Information:  Name : Maya Batiya Roll no : 18 Enrollment no :5108230003 Course : M.A.sem-4 Paper no :209 Paper code :22416 Paper name : Research Methodology Topic :   " Does Grammar Still Matter? The Impact of Digital Communication on Writing Standards" Submitted : Smt.S.B.Gardi, Department of English MKBU. Email: mayajbatiya2003@gmail.com   Q. "Does Grammar Still Matter? The Impact of Digital Communication on Writing Standards" ∆ Introduction : In an era dominated by instant messaging, social media, and AI-powered text generation, the traditional rules of grammar are increasingly being challenged. The rise of digital communication has reshaped the way people write, often prioritizing speed and convenience over grammatical accuracy. Abbreviations, emojis, and informal language have become integral to online discourse, blurring the lines between formal and informal writing. While some argue that language is ev...

Comparative Literature & Translation Studies

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 Comparative Literature & Translation Studies Paper no : 208 ∆ Personal Information:  Name : Maya Batiya Roll no : 18 Enrollment no :5108230003 Course : M.A.sem-4 Paper no :208 Paper code :22415 Paper name : Comparative Literature & Translation Studies Topic : Comparative Literature in the Digital Age: Todd Presner’s Perspective – Examining How Digital Humanities Transform Literary Studies Submitted : Smt.S.B.Gardi, Department of English MKBU. Email: mayajbatiya2003@gmail.com   Q. Comparative Literature in the Digital Age: Todd Presner’s Perspective – Examining How Digital Humanities Transform Literary Studies ∆ Introduction :  The intersection of Comparative Literature and Digital Humanities marks a significant shift in how literary studies are approached in the digital age. Todd Presner, a key figure in this discourse, explores how digital tools and methodologies are reshaping traditional comparative literary analysis. His work emphasizes the role of d...

Contemporary Literatures in English

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Contemporary Literatures in English Paper no : 207 ∆ Personal Information:  Name : Maya Batiya Roll no : 18 Enrollment no :5108230003 Course : M.A.sem-4 Paper no :207 Paper code :22406 Paper name : Contemporary Literatures in English Topic : Climate Change and Environmental Derangement in Gun Island – Analyzing the Novel’s Depiction of Climate Change and Its Impact on Human Lives Submitted : Smt.S.B.Gardi, Department of English MKBU. Email: mayajbatiya2003@gmail.com   Q . Climate Change and Environmental Derangement in Gun Island – Analyzing the Novel’s Depiction of Climate Change and Its Impact on Human Lives.  ∆ Introduction : Amitav Ghosh’s Gun Island is a novel that intricately weaves climate change into its narrative, presenting it not just as a backdrop but as an active force shaping human destinies. Through a blend of mythology, migration, and ecological crises, Ghosh explores how environmental derangement disrupts both natural and human systems. The novel fol...

African Literature

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  African Literature Paper no : 201 ∆ Personal Information:  Name : Maya Batiya Roll no : 18 Enrollment no :5108230003 Course : M.A.sem-4 Paper no :201 Paper code :22406 Paper name : African Literature.  Topic : The Myth vs. Reality of Motherhood in The Joys of Motherhood.  Submitted : Smt.S.B.Gardi, Department of English MKBU. Email: mayajbatiya2003@gmail.com   Q. The Myth vs. Reality of Motherhood in The Joys of Motherhood.  ∆ Introduction :  Motherhood is often idealized as the ultimate fulfillment of a woman’s life, celebrated as a sacred and selfless role that brings joy, purpose, and societal respect. However, Buchi Emecheta’s The Joys of Motherhood challenges this romanticized notion by exposing the harsh realities that accompany motherhood, especially within patriarchal and colonial contexts. Through the life of Nnu Ego, the novel explores the tension between the myth of motherhood—rooted in cultural ex...

The Black Cat by Edgar Allan Poe

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  The Black Cat by Edgar Allan Poe Hello viewers!  I am Maya Batiya, a student in department of English mkbu Bhavnagar. This blog is a part of my B.A. study . The Black Cat by Edgar Allan Poe :   ∆∆Analysis of The Black Cat by Edgar Allan Poe ∆ Introduction : Edgar Allan Poe’s The Black Cat (1843) is a classic example of Gothic horror and psychological thriller, exploring themes of guilt, the duality of human nature, and the descent into madness. The story is narrated in the first person by an unreliable narrator, whose increasing instability leads to a horrifying conclusion. Summary The unnamed narrator begins by declaring that he is about to die the next day and wishes to unburden his soul by confessing his crimes. He claims he was once a gentle, animal-loving man, happily married, and particularly fond of a black cat named Pluto. However, he becomes an alcoholic, and his personality darkens, leading him to violent outbursts. One night, in a drunken rage, he g...

The Nightingale and the Rose

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  The Nightingale and the Rose   Hello viewers!  I am Maya Batiya, a student in department of English mkbu Bhavnagar. This blog is a part of my B.A. study . ∆∆ The Nightingale and the Rose  ∆ Introduction : "The Nightingale and the Rose" is a short story by Oscar Wilde, first published in 1888 as part of his collection The Happy Prince and Other Tales. It is a poignant tale that explores themes of love, sacrifice, materialism, and the contrast between idealism and reality. ∆ Summary The story follows a young Student who is deeply in love with a Professor’s daughter. She promises to dance with him at the Prince’s ball if he brings her a red rose. However, the Student’s garden has no red roses, which leaves him heartbroken. A compassionate Nightingale, overhearing his sorrow, believes in the power of true love and decides to help him. She searches for a red rose but finds none. Finally, she learns from a Rose Tree that she can create one—but only by pressing her heart ...

"Vulture"

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 Hello viewers 👋  I am Maya Batiya, A student of M.A. sem 4 in Department of English MKBU. This blog is part of the Thinking Activity task for Write a detailed analysis of Vulture. _Assigned by Megha ma'am.    1.What is the connection between The Nazis and Vultures? Illustrate your answer with the help of Chinua Achebe’s Vulture.  ∆∆ Introduction :  The connection between the Nazis and vultures lies in the themes of death, destruction, and moral paradox. Vultures, often seen as symbols of death and decay, are scavengers that survive by feeding on corpses. While they evoke disgust, they also serve a necessary role in the natural cycle of life. Similarly, the Nazis, particularly during World War II and the Holocaust, were responsible for immense atrocities, yet many of them led seemingly ordinary lives outside their acts of brutality. Chinua Achebe’s poem Vultures explores this unsettling coexistence of cruelty and tenderness. By drawing a parallel between v...