Literary Quest

Introduction to A.P.J. Abdul Kalam and Wings of Fire      Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam (1931–2015) was an Indian scientist, aerospace engineer, and the 11th President of India (2002–2007). Known as the "Missile Man of India," he played a key role in India's space and missile development programs. Born in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, to a humble family, Kalam rose to greatness through hard work, perseverance, and a passion for science. Despite facing financial struggles, he pursued education and later contributed to India's nuclear and defense advancements, making him one of the most respected leaders in the country.      His autobiography, Wings of Fire , co-written with Arun Tiwari, was published in 1999. The book details Kalam’s early life, education, career in science, and his contributions to India's missile and space programs. It also shares the values and experiences that shaped him, including discipline, spirituality, and patriotism. The book serves as an ins...

  How does “The Lady or the Tiger?” portray the conflict between love and jealousy, fate and justice? Frank R. Stockton (1834–1902) was an American writer best known for his imaginative short stories and fairy tales. He often used humour, irony, and unusual plots to explore human nature and morality. His “The Lady or the Tiger?” is a unique short story that explores themes of love, jealousy, fate, human nature and tough choices. The story is famous for its open-ended conclusion, which leaves the reader questioning what choice the princess made. It takes place in a kingdom where the king has a strange way of deciding if someone is guilty or innocent. The accused person must choose between two doors—one has a fierce tiger that will kill them, and the other has a beautiful lady they must marry immediately. The king’s way of deciding guilt or innocence is not fair—it is based on luck, not truth. The story criticizes how justice can sometimes be random or cruel. One day, the king’...

  The Garden Scene in She Stoops to Conquer & Tony Lumpkin’s Role Oliver Goldsmith’s She Stoops to Conquer is a brilliant comedy of errors where mistaken identities and misunderstandings drive the plot. The Garden Scene (Act V) plays a crucial role in resolving the play’s conflicts, especially through Tony Lumpkin, who acts as both a trickster and a catalyst for the unfolding events. Tony’s mischievous actions and wit help untangle the confusion surrounding the relationships of the main characters. Tony’s Trickery Tony Lumpkin is the son of Mrs. Hardcastle and the stepson of Mr. Hardcastle. He enjoys playing tricks on people and causing confusion. In the beginning, he tricks two young men, Marlow and Hastings, into thinking that Hardcastle’s house is an inn. So, Marlow treats Hardcastle like an innkeeper. It makes Hardcastle misunderstand his friend’s son.  Mrs. Hardcastle wants Tony to marry Constance because she will inherit all her jewels. However, Tony does ...

                                                                           Doctor Faustus as a Tragedy Or Doctor Faustus as a Tragic Hero Introduction Christopher Marlowe (1564–1593) was one of the most influential playwrights of the English Renaissance. He was a contemporary of William Shakespeare and played a crucial role in shaping English drama. Marlowe is best known for his powerful use of blank verse, larger-than-life characters, and exploration of ambitious, often tragic heroes. Doctor Faustus , one of his most famous tragedies, is a tragic play about a man who sells his soul to the devil for knowledge and power. L. C. Knights says that Faustus's motivations are essentially immature, driven by ''the perverse and infantile desire for enormous power an...