By José Carlos Palma * In the realm of literature, language serves as a powerful vessel for the expression of diverse cultures, narratives, and perspectives. The significance of linguistic diversity in shaping contemporary cultural life has been a topic of discussion, with a particular focus on English—a language that boasts

By José Carlos Palma*  The English language is a fascinating tapestry of dialects and variations spoken around the world. Two of the most prominent variants, British English (UK English) and American English, have evolved independently over the centuries, giving rise to a multitude of differences in vocabulary, spelling, pronunciation, grammar,

By José Carlos Palma* English literature is a vast and varied landscape, encompassing works of poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and drama. From the ancient epics of Homer to the modern novels of Toni Morrison, English literature offers a window into the human experience, exploring the full range of human emotions, from

An award-winning Ukrainian writer has died from her injuries after last week’s Russian attack on Kramatorsk, raising the total number of victims to 13. Victoria Amelina died in a Dnipro hospital on Saturday, PEN Ukraine said in a statement on Sunday. Ms. Amelina had been “documenting Russian war crimes” and was in Kramatorsk with a

By Smartencyclopedia with agencies Martin Amis, the acclaimed British author, has passed away at the age of 73, as confirmed by his publisher to the PA news agency. Throughout his life, Amis wrote and published a notable series of novels and non-fiction works, including his well-known books “Money” (1984) and

By José Carlos Palma * John Milton is widely regarded as one of the greatest poets in the English language. His works, which include “Paradise Lost,” “Paradise Regained,” and “Samson Agonistes,” continue to be celebrated and studied to this day. But beyond his poetry, Milton was also a political thinker

On the Friday of the new moon of the month of Moharram, in the twentieth year of the Hegira (this equates to December 22, 640), General Amr Ibn al-As, the Amir of the Agareans, conquered Alexandria, Egypt, placing the city under the rule of Caliph Umar. It was one of

Meeting American or British authors is a great step towards getting closer to their history and culture. Lovers of good reading and those passionate about fascinating history know-how striking is the influence of American and English literature in the world of letters. A constant presence in bookstores and on the