The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde has had a huge impact on both literature and popular culture, to the point that it has become a part of the language, with the phrase “Jekyll and Hyde” entering the vernacular to refer to people with an unpredictably dual nature: usually very good, but sometimes shockingly evil. However, there are actually a lot of facts about the novel that you probably didn’t know. Image Via Usborne Publishing The book was written in a mere matter of days During the time in which the book was penned, Robert Louis Stevenson …
Just because summer is coming to a close in just a few weeks doesn’t mean that you still can’t use the magic of a book to escape the confines of reality. We all know how powerful books can be; it’s simply amazing that we can be so easily immersed in countless different universes. You may not be able to afford that ticket to Italy you wanted all these years, but you can go to your room, shut your door and turn off your phone, and take a trip into a world which can light your imagination on fire. Want to …
Visual novels are a strange breed. They’re a blend of books, movies, and video games all in one. They’re interactive narratives that, with the correct storytelling and writing, can prove to be immersive, incredible stories. They originated in Japan, but have made a niche for themselves throughout Europe and the United States. They are mainly produced for video game consoles, predominantly the Nintendo DS, but since then have had releases on computer systems, and iOS and Android devices. Since they are a bit of a puzzling genre, where should you start? Image Via Gfycat If …
As we grow up, the meaning of books that stress the importance of friendship evolve. Children’s books based on friendship are simple in nature, yet the message they leave behind can be incredibly profound, while books for younger and older adults based on friendship are more complex and tackle the moral and emotional qualities of relationships. Nonetheless, both can leave you appreciating just what your friends mean to you a little more. Here are the two best books that portray true friendship. Winnie the Pooh Instead of just talking about how A.A. Milne’s Winnie the Pooh, I feel like a …
The Legend of Zelda is perhaps the most critically acclaimed video game franchise of all time. Since 1985, the games have been known for their incredible ability to engross gamers in an amazingly deep world, with complex story lines and memorable characters. Image Via USGamer If you’re an avid fan of the series, you need to add The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia to your collection. With it, you can and will become the ultimate Legend of Zelda historian. Image Via Carousell This book is an incredible guide to the series, from the original The Legend of Zelda on the Nintendo …
