Devika Panikar
δάσκαλος (dáskalos) means the teacher in Greek. Devika Panikar has been teaching English Language and Literature since 2006. She is an Assistant Professor with the Directorate of Collegiate Education under the Government of Kerala and now works at the Government Law College, Thiruvananthapuram. This website is a collection of lecture notes she prepared by referencing various sources for her students’ perusal.
Kitchen Sink Drama
Kitchen sink drama, a term originating in post-war Britain, refers to a genre of theatre, film, and literature that focuses on the domestic lives of working-class people, often highlighting social and...
Calpurnia’s Dream
Act 2, Scene 2 of William Shakespeare's Julius Caesar is a pivotal scene in the play, marked by rich symbolism, foreshadowing, and character development. This scene is significant for several reasons,...
Heroic Drama
Heroic drama, also known as heroic tragedy or heroic romance, is a type of play that arose in the Restoration era of England during the late 17th century. The genre drew inspiration from French Neocla...
Revenge Tragedy
Revenge tragedy is a dramatic genre characterised by its focus on a protagonist's quest for vengeance against those who have wronged them or their loved ones. This genre explores themes of vengeance, ...
The Satire
Satire is a literary and artistic genre that uses humour, irony, exaggeration, and ridicule to criticise and expose the flaws, vices, and follies of individuals, societies, institutions, or even entir...
English Literature Through the Ages
English literature has a rich and diverse history spanning several ages, each with distinct characteristics and contributions. Literature from different periods exhibits distinct stylistic trends and ...