Advanced Literature
Dive into the richness of English literature with our Advanced Literature Course, designed for learners at the C1-C2 level. This course uses timeless classics and modern masterpieces to enhance your language proficiency while deepening your appreciation for storytelling and literary analysis.
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Explore themes, characters, and cultural contexts in works by authors like Jane Austen, George Orwell, Kazuo Ishiguro, and Haruki Murakami. Each lesson focuses on improving vocabulary, comprehension, critical thinking, and discussion skills, empowering you to engage with complex texts confidently.
Heart of Darkness – Joseph Conrad
Follow Charles Marlow’s journey into the Congo River’s depths, where he encounters the enigmatic Mr. Kurtz. This tale explores imperialism, human nature, and the thin line between civilization and savagery.
Remains of the Day – Kazuo Ishiguro
This deeply moving tale follows a reserved butler, Stevens, as he reflects on his life of duty and missed opportunities during a road trip through post-war England.
The Untouchable – John Banville
Inspired by the life of British art historian and spy Anthony Blunt, this novel follows Victor Maskell as he reflects on his double life as a Soviet agent. Through poetic prose and sharp wit, Banville explores themes of identity, betrayal, and the human desire for truth.
Wuthering Heights – Emily Brontë
Set against the wild and untamed backdrop of the Yorkshire moors, this haunting masterpiece delves into the intense and destructive love between Heathcliff and Catherine. Their passionate, vengeful bond reverberates through generations, unraveling lives and challenging notions of love, morality, and redemption.
The Night Circus – Erin Morgenstern
Step into a magical world where a mysterious circus appears without warning. Two young illusionists, bound by a deadly competition, transform the circus while navigating love and destiny.
The Scarlet Letter – Nathaniel Hawthorne
In 17th-century Puritan New England, Hester Prynne faces public shame for adultery. This classic tale explores themes of sin, guilt, and redemption with timeless relevance.
Jane Eyre – Charlotte Brontë
In this iconic gothic romance, Jane Eyre, a determined and independent young woman, defies the odds of a difficult upbringing to pursue love and self-respect. At the mysterious Thornfield Hall, she finds herself drawn to the brooding Mr. Rochester, but buried secrets threaten to shatter their bond. A tale of resilience, passion, and moral integrity, Jane Eyre continues to captivate readers with its timeless themes and unforgettable heroine.
Lolita – Vladimir Nabokov
A controversial and masterfully written novel, Lolita follows the obsessive love of Humbert Humbert, a middle-aged literature professor, for the young and enigmatic Dolores Haze. Through dazzling prose and dark humor, Nabokov crafts a haunting exploration of desire, manipulation, and moral ambiguity.
The Siege of Krishnapur – J.G. Farrell
Set during the Indian Rebellion of 1857, this gripping historical novel follows a group of British colonists trapped in the besieged town of Krishnapur. As food dwindles and tensions rise, their rigid beliefs and illusions of superiority begin to crumble. Blending sharp satire with harrowing realism, The Siege of Krishnapur is a brilliant exploration of empire, survival, and the fragility of civilization.