2023

An Introduction to A.E. Housman’s “A Shropshire Lad”

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An Introduction to A.E. Housman’s “A Shropshire Lad”: Youth, Mortality, and the Pastoral Disillusionment Copyright © 2023 ELSL. All rights reservedDuplication, distribution and/or adaption of any part of the work without the written permission of ELSL is a punishable offence under the Intellectual Property Act, No. 36 of 2003. (Sri Lanka) In 1896, amidst the verdant landscapes of […]

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Academic Writing

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Academic Writing The Cornerstone of Scholarly Expression In the realm of higher education, academic writing stands as a cornerstone of intellectual discourse and a gateway to deeper understanding. It is the language through which scholars communicate their research findings, engage in critical analysis, and contribute to the ever-evolving tapestry of knowledge. Mastering the art of

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Dirty Harry Syndrome in Shakespeare’s “Othello”

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Copyright © 2020 ELSL. All rights reservedDuplication, distribution and/or adaption of any part of the work without the written permission of ELSL is a punishable offence under the Intellectual Property Act, No. 36 of 2003. (Sri Lanka) Noble cause corruption in Shakespeare’s “Othello” Introduction William Shakespeare’s tragic play, Othello, presents a compelling exploration of noble cause corruption, a

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The Negligence of Punctuation in the G.C.E A/L “Anthology of Poetry” – A Critical Examination.

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Raping the Rape. The Negligence of Punctuation in the G.C.E A/L “Anthology of Poetry” – A Critical Examination. Introduction Punctuation marks are the unsung heroes of the written word, guiding our reading and lending structure to our thoughts. In the realm of poetry, where each word is carefully chosen and every line is crafted with

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The Absurd Marking Scheme in Sri Lanka’s G.C.E O/L English Literature Exam

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Unveiling the Flaws – The Absurd Marking Scheme in Sri Lanka’s G.C.E O/L English Literature Exam Introduction Education systems play a crucial role in nurturing critical thinking and encouraging students to engage with various perspectives. However, the recently issued marking scheme by the Department of Examinations in Sri Lanka for the G.C.E. O/L examination’s Appreciation

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Exposing Plagiarism and Copyright Violation – A Dark Stain on Sri Lanka’s Education System

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Exposing Plagiarism and Copyright Violation – A Dark Stain on Sri Lanka’s Education System In a shocking revelation, it has come to light that the Department of English, National Institute of Education, Sri Lanka, has released a Teacher’s Resource Book titled “Appreciation of English Literary Texts” that contains plagiarised information from unreliable sources. This blatant

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Exposing Tampering and Ignorance: The Distorted Poem in “Appreciation of English Literary Texts”

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Exposing Tampering and Ignorance – The Distorted Poem in “Appreciation of English Literary Texts” Copyright © 2023 ELSL. All rights reservedDuplication, distribution and/or adaption of any part of the work without the written permission of ELSL is a punishable offence under the Intellectual Property Act, No. 36 of 2003. (Sri Lanka) In the pursuit of education and knowledge,

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A Narrow Perspective – “To the Evening Star”

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A Narrow Perspective – A Critical Analysis of the Neglected Themes in the Syllabus’ Approach to William Blake’s “To the Evening Star” Appreciation of English Literary Texts syllabus of G.C.E. Ordinary Level, demonstrates a significant shortcoming, as it fails to delve into the profound themes and motifs embedded within William Blake’s poem, “To the Evening

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