Language and Literature, aren't they the same thing? the answer is simply no.... but then again it's not that simple. This blog will hopefully clear this up in addition to critically analyzing, investigating, and help in understanding the inner workings and complexities involved with the use of language and literature not only in Shakespearean and classical texts but also in our everyday life. But before I continue I find that I should seize this opportunity to talk a bit about myself. My name is Omar Ismail and I'm a student studying in the United Arab Emirates. I moved here from Egypt - my home country - at the age of 3 and have been here ever since. My main interests include cooking, tennis, swimming, applied arts and being with friends and family. I have always had big dreams - most proving to be overwhelming - although the ones that I achieved never ceased to provide me with the feeling of satisfaction, this is why I never gave up on the concept of dreaming big. The main goal I wish to accomplish in the future is to become a product designer and eventually open a large scale business that can have a lasting impact on the world. Like I said sometimes my ideas become slightly ridiculous. At this point you may be thinking that this is all great, but what does any of this have to do with the blog? and I can assure you that it has absolutely nothing to do with it. Well, that may be a bit of a lie, I believe that to begin to understand the way an author writes the reader must first become acquainted with their style of writing and some basic information that can make the conversation slightly more personal.
So let's continue with our little talk about language and literature. Language has always played a major role in my life, I use it every day to communicate, learn, collect information and also to be entertained. Ever since I was a young boy I was fascinated with fictional books and would spend hours upon hours absorbing pages and pages of stories and adventures. I would find myself delving into the depths of books such as Harry Potter and The Hunger Games. However, books are not the only example of Language in entertainment; movies, tv shows and film are also perfect examples. Think of a time you had to watch a movie in a language you couldn't understand with no subtitles; almost all the fun of the movie is lost, you feel miserable, and become a confused and unhappy soul. Also, many forms of persuasive language are also utilized in commercials and advertisements everywhere we look. Communication would also be close to impossible without language. An example of this can be observed when two people that speak different languages try and interact, the communication is no more than a frantic exchange of misunderstood words and waving of hands. So I think it is safe to say that Language serves a major purpose in our lives.
So now that I have talked a little bit, i want to hear from you, yes you, what role does language have in your life?. Why do you think its important to study language? and finally, have you ever felt excluded due to language barriers. Let me know in the comments below.
Thanks.
So let's continue with our little talk about language and literature. Language has always played a major role in my life, I use it every day to communicate, learn, collect information and also to be entertained. Ever since I was a young boy I was fascinated with fictional books and would spend hours upon hours absorbing pages and pages of stories and adventures. I would find myself delving into the depths of books such as Harry Potter and The Hunger Games. However, books are not the only example of Language in entertainment; movies, tv shows and film are also perfect examples. Think of a time you had to watch a movie in a language you couldn't understand with no subtitles; almost all the fun of the movie is lost, you feel miserable, and become a confused and unhappy soul. Also, many forms of persuasive language are also utilized in commercials and advertisements everywhere we look. Communication would also be close to impossible without language. An example of this can be observed when two people that speak different languages try and interact, the communication is no more than a frantic exchange of misunderstood words and waving of hands. So I think it is safe to say that Language serves a major purpose in our lives.
So now that I have talked a little bit, i want to hear from you, yes you, what role does language have in your life?. Why do you think its important to study language? and finally, have you ever felt excluded due to language barriers. Let me know in the comments below.
Thanks.
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