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The Cherry Tree

The poem underscores the theme of resilience, the power of nature, and patience. Read further to know more.

Go Kiss The World

Go Kiss The World by Mr Subroto Bagchi is a speech delivered by him to the students of IIM Bangalore in 2006. In this he talks about the essence of success.

Settling into the Secret Annexe

ICSE Class 7, Settleting into the Secret Annexe discusses the transformation of Anne Frank's life in hiding during World War II.

Marshlands

Explore a detailed summary and analysis of Emily Pauline Johnson's poem Marshlands, tailored for ICSE Class 8 students, including poetic devices and key themes.

The Grandfather and the Python

The story showcases self-reflection and change. When the grandfather encounters a python in real life it seems to be not as dangerous as one might expect. Read further to explore more.

Michelangelo

The story centres on the life journey and artistry of the renowned Italian artist, Michelangelo Buonarroti. Read further to explore more.

A Doctor’s Journal Entry for August 6, 1945

The poem “A Doctor Journal Entry for August 6, 1945” by Vikram Seth delves into the destruction caused by the Hiroshima bombing told from the narrator's perspective. The aftereffects of the explosion made the people plunge into a profound state of horror and chaos.

The Night Mail

“The Night Mail” is a train. It is also the title of the poem. Read about the Night Mail’s travels as it goes from England to Scotland. Read more on Summary and QnA here.

Home-Coming

The story implicates the themes of adolescence and underscores the complex human relationships. Click to read more about the story.

The Pedestrian - ICSE Class 10

The story “The Pedestrian” illustrates the future trajectory of disconnection from the physical world. Click to read more about the story.

The Girl Who Can - ICSE Class 10

The author underscores that the essence of women doesn't depend on physical attributes but on embracing femininity that encompasses qualities such as strength, resilience, and independence. Click to read more about the story.

A Considerable Speck

In the poem “A Considerable Speck” the poet contrasts a mite with a human mind representing an oxymoron that exhibits independent thoughts as it strives to protect itself. Click to read the detailed summary and Q&A.