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Figures of Speech: The Art That Gives Life to Language Introduction Language is more than a medium of communication—it is a living art. While grammar gives language structure, figures of speech give it soul. They allow writers and speakers to move beyond plain statements and enter the world of imagination, emotion, and deeper meaning. From ancient epics to modern social media captions, figures of speech shape how humans express love, pain, humor, anger, hope, and truth. Without them, language would be accurate—but lifeless. This blog explores what figures of speech are, why they matter, their major types, philosophical significance, and their role in daily life, literature, and modern communication. What Are Figures of Speech? Figures of speech are special uses of words or phrases that create meaning beyond their literal interpretation. They are used to enhance clarity, beauty, emphasis, or emotional impact. Instead of saying something directly, figures of speech allow us t...

🏛️ Blog Title: “Geoffrey Chaucer’s The House of Fame and The Legend of Good Women: Dreams, Fame, and the Honour of Women”1111111 🇬🇧 ENGLISH VERSION Introduction Geoffrey Chaucer created a series of dream-vision poems that explored imagination, love, fame, and morality. Two of the most remarkable among them are The House of Fame and The Legend of Good Women. These works reveal Chaucer’s growth as a poet and his deep reflection on society, human desire, and truth. Before The Canterbury Tales,  --- 1. The House of Fame — Summary and Meaning Date and Background: Written around 1379–1380, The House of Fame is one of Chaucer’s most imaginative poems. It describes the poet’s dream journey to a crystal palace in the clouds—the “House of Fame”—where all words and reputations are stored. Plot Summary: In the dream, Chaucer is carried by a golden eagle from his reading room to the “House of Fame.” Inside, he sees how people’s names are recorded by Fame — a goddess who gives or ...

📚 Blog on “Troilus and Criseyde” by Geoffrey Chaucer (In English, Bengali, and Hindi with Disclaimer) --- 🏛️ English Version “Love, Fate, and Betrayal: The Timeless Tale of Troilus and Criseyde by Geoffrey Chaucer --- Introduction Geoffrey Chaucer, often called the Father of English Literature, is best known for The Canterbury Tales. Yet, before that monumental work, Chaucer wrote Troilus and Criseyde, a long narrative poem that reveals his mastery over human emotion, philosophical reflection, and poetic beauty. This poem stands as one of the greatest love stories in medieval literature. --- Summary of the Poem Troilus and Criseyde is set during the Trojan War. Troilus, a Trojan prince and the son of King Priam, falls deeply in love with Criseyde, the widow of a Trojan noble. With the help of his witty friend Pandarus (who is also Criseyde’s uncle), Troilus wins her affection. However, fate soon intervenes. During a political exchange between the Greeks and Trojans, Crise...

🏰 The Canterbury Tales – Geoffrey Chaucer’s Timeless Masterpiece88888888 (In English, Bengali, and Hindi with Disclaimer) --- 🌿 English Version Introduction The Canterbury Tales is one of the greatest works of English literature, written by Geoffrey Chaucer in the 14th century. It is a collection of stories told by a group of pilgrims who are traveling together to visit the shrine of Saint Thomas Becket at Canterbury Cathedral. Each pilgrim tells a tale to entertain the others during their journey. This work is not just a collection of stories—it is a mirror of medieval English society. Through humor, wisdom, and observation, Chaucer painted a full picture of the life, faith, and values of his time. --- Structure and Setting The story begins at the Tabard Inn in Southwark, London. A group of thirty pilgrims decide to go on a pilgrimage to Canterbury. The host of the inn, Harry Bailey, suggests that each pilgrim tell two tales on the way to Canterbury and two on the return...