Review of Beloved by Toni Morrison (1987) IntroductionToni Morrison’s Beloved, first published in 1987, is a haunting and profound exploration of slavery, memory, and the…
Review of The Go-Between by L. P. Hartley (1953) IntroductionPublished in 1953, L. P. Hartley’s The Go-Between is a richly evocative novel that explores the…
Review of The Death of the Heart by Elizabeth Bowen (1938) IntroductionPublished in 1938, Elizabeth Bowen’s The Death of the Heart is a profound exploration…
Review of Moby-Dick by Herman Melville (1851) IntroductionMoby-Dick, written by Herman Melville and first published in 1851, is a complex and ambitious novel that delves…
Somewhere – West Side Story (1957) Introduction“Somewhere” from West Side Story is a poignant ballad sung by Tony and Maria as they imagine a world…
Bring Him Home – Les Misérables (1985) Introduction“Bring Him Home” is a deeply emotional solo from Les Misérables, sung by Jean Valjean as he prays…
Circle of Life – The Lion King (1994) Introduction“Circle of Life” from The Lion King is a grand, opening anthem that sets the tone for…
America – West Side Story (1957) Introduction“America” from West Side Story is an energetic and vibrant number that highlights the cultural divide between Puerto Rican…
Memory – Cats (1981 original London cast) Introduction“Memory” from Cats is a haunting and emotional ballad that has become one of the most recognized songs…
You’re Gonna Go Far, Kid – Rise and Fall, Rage and Grace (2008) Introduction“You’re Gonna Go Far, Kid” by The Offspring is an energetic punk…