20 Jul

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Personal Reflections on J. M. Coetzee’s Speaking in Tongues When I first picked up Speaking in Tongues by J. M. Coetzee, I did so with a curious blend of excitement and apprehension. As a devoted admirer of Coetzee’s profound works—each more layered and challenging than the last—I found myself eager yet slightly intimidated by what he might have to say this time. Known for wrestling with themes of colonialism, identity, and human suffering, Coetzee has a distinctive way of forcing readers into uncomfortable but essential reflections. Little did I...

26 May

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Finding Connection in "On Connection" by Kae Tempest From the moment I turned the first pages of Kae Tempest's On Connection, I felt an irresistible pull—like a gentle nudge from an old friend reminding me of the beauty in connectivity and the power of mindful presence. As someone who often grapples with the frantic pace of modern life, I was intrigued by Tempest's exploration of connection in our increasingly fragmented world. In On Connection, Tempest weaves a tapestry that blends personal narrative with universal truths, urging us to pause, listen,...