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    Quick Notes for Revision- Mrs. Packletide’s Tiger  Introduction to the author - Saki (Hector Hugh Munro): Pen Name and Identity : ·          Hector Hugh Munro, born on December 18, 1870, was a British author known for his    wit and humour. ·          He published under the pen name “Saki” or “H.H. Munro.” ·       The origin of the pen name remains a mystery, possibly inspired by a character in a poem or a South American monkey, reflecting his mischievous and intellectual nature. Short Story Master: ·          Munro, writing as Saki, was a master of the short story form. ·      His style is often compared to that of renowned authors like O. Henry and Dorothy Parker, characterized by its sardonic humour and clever observations. ·         ...

  Quick Notes - Good Bye Party to Miss Pushpa T.S Introduction to Nissim Ezekiel (1924-2004): Early Life: Nissim Ezekiel was born in Bombay in a Bene Israel Jewish family. Work as a Translator and Writer: Ezekiel translated literary works from Marathi to English. He wrote plays and edited fictional works. Life in England (1948-1952): During 1948 to 1952, Ezekiel lived in England, which was a time of new experiences and challenges. He stayed in a small basement room and struggled to make ends meet. To support himself financially, he wrote reviews and other short pieces. Due to financial constraints, he couldn’t return to India. Journey Back to India: Ezekiel and a friend took up a job on a cargo ship heading to India. On the ship, they did menial tasks like scrubbing and washing. Before leaving for India, Ezekiel sent the manuscript of his poems to...

  Quick Notes for Revision- Mending Wall 1.        Introduction of the Author: 1.1.     Robert Lee Frost (March 26, 1874 – January 29, 1963) was an American poet. 1.2.     His work was initially published in England before gaining recognition in the United States. 1.3.     Frost is known for his realistic portrayals of rural life and his mastery of American colloquial speech. 1.4.     He frequently explored complex social and philosophical themes through his poetry. 2.        Accolades and Awards: 2.1.     Frost received numerous honours during his lifetime. 2.2.     He is the only poet to have been awarded four Pulitzer Prizes for Poetry. 2.3.     In 1960, he was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal for his poetic works. 2.4.     In 1961, Frost was named the poet laureate of Vermont. ...