English Cosmos by Dr Mukesh Pareek

Wilderness....... It stirs there..... in the centre of our hearts skulking, snarling, sneering at the cruel savagery of the softskilled smiles. Wilderness........ It pervades here...... in the learned and uncanny gestures of couth youth designed to tread rough shod. Wilderness........ It echoes all euphoniously now...... where unsuspecting hearts beat at the finetuned rimes of fickle minded blokes.  Wilderness........ It lurks right in the tensed and ecstatic faces of a crazy crowd lost in the maniac cheers. Wilderness....... It is savagely felt in the crowded shrines where a lost mankind searches solace from self born diseases of soul. Dr Mukesh Pareek 

Biopower is a term coined by Michel Foucault to refer to a form of power that is exercised over the bodies and lives of individuals and populations. It involves the use of power to regulate and control biological processes such as birth, death, health, and reproduction.  According to Foucault, biopower represents a shift in the way power operates in modern societies. In the past, power was primarily exercised through physical violence or the threat of it. However, modern societies have developed subtle and more pervasive forms of power that operate through the management and regulation of bodies and populations. Biopower involves the use of disciplinary and regulatory techniques to manage populations such as surveillance, classification, normalization, and control of access to resources. These techniques are used to ensure social stability and promote the interests and values of those in power, often at the expense of the underprivileged and marginal groups in society. Fouc

Role of Discourse in the formation of subjectivity according to Michel Foucault  DISCOURSE ACCORDING TO FOUCAULT  In the simplest terms, discourse according to Michel Foucault refers to a system of language and communication that shapes and regulates the way individuals think and behave. It defines and limits what can be said, by whom, and in what context, and establishes what is considered acceptable, valid, and normal within a given social and cultural context. Discourse is not just about individual words or statements, but about the broader practices, institutions, and knowledge that shape our understanding of the world. It plays a significant role in power relations within society by enforcing certain knowledge and modes of thinking, while excluding and marginalizing others. According to Michel Foucault, discourse plays a significant role in the formation of subjectivity. Foucault's concept of discourse goes beyond language and communication. It refers to a broader

 -  A long quiz on Afro-American literature  1.Who is the author of the novel "Beloved," which won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1988? 2.Langston Hughes, one of the leading figures of the Harlem Renaissance, is known for his poetry that often incorporates which musical genre? 3.Who wrote the acclaimed autobiography "The Autobiography of Malcolm X," which chronicles his journey from a troubled youth to becoming a prominent civil rights activist? 4.Which African-American writer, poet, and civil rights activist penned the collection of essays titled "The Fire Next Time"? 5.Zora Neale Hurston's novel "Their Eyes Were Watching God" explores the life and experiences of which African-American woman in the early 20th century? 6.Who wrote the play "A Raisin in the Sun," which portrays the struggles of a Black family living in Chicago's South Side? 7.The poem "Still I Rise" is a powerful and empowering work by wh

Afro-Am Writers: Rich Legacy Afro-American writers, also known as African-American writers, have made significant contributions to American literature throughout history. These writers, hailing from diverse backgrounds and experiences, have explored the African-American experience, identity, culture, and history in their works. Their writings have not only enriched the literary landscape but also provided valuable insights into the struggles, triumphs, and aspirations of African Americans in the United States. In this write-up, we will delve into the rich legacy of Afro-American writers, highlighting some key figures and their notable works. The origins of Afro-American literature can be traced back to the 18th century when African slaves, forcibly brought to America, began expressing their experiences through oral storytelling, folktales, and spirituals. These narratives, rooted in the African oral tradition, served as a form of resistance and community-building in the face of slavery

Gnawing.... is an art unadorned Failure gnaws visibly,  Envy gnaws sneakily,  Lust gnaws impatiently,  Success too has learnt gnawing of late It gnaws happily.  This artistic baroque gnawing has made man a sounding vessel Sans virility, sans vitality, sans guts Gnawing is a doctorate in hiding truth.  It is an expert in the veneer of panache I confess......   Gnawing hurts. Dr Mukesh Pareek