Bram Stoker: Final Thesis

For the book, read here. For my final thesis on the basis of my reading, click on the link below.

Grimm Brothers: Faithful John

Find this story here. Read the summary and analysis below.

Creative Poetry: Life

Here's a simple exercise. Define life, or describe it, in one word. Not simple is it? Well, how about if I asked you to list all words you think associated itself with life. What all words can you think of that remind you of life when you hear them? Here is an attempt I made at this exercise.

Tale Share: Spirituality, Halo or Hoax

The following is a speech by famous lyricist and script writer Javed Akhtar, about whom you can read here. He gave this speech at the India Today Conclave in 2005. To read the counter argument made by Sri Sri Ravishankar, click here. What strikes me most about these twin arguments, that in trying to be expansive in their critique (and subsequent defense) of spirituality, they restrict the definition of the concept in itself. Of course, one cannot possibly debate about spirituality if not put in any context.

I, an avowed atheist, needless to say, agree with Javed Akhtar's point of view. To read his speech, and form your own opinions on the matter, read on. Ps. Do leave your views in the comments.