染雾英文读书笔记 篇一
Title: The Great Gatsby
I recently finished reading "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald, and I must say that it is truly a literary masterpiece. The novel is set in the 1920s, during the Jazz Age, and follows the lives of Jay Gatsby, a mysterious millionaire, and his obsession with Daisy Buchanan, a married woman he once loved.
One of the aspects of the book that struck me the most was Fitzgerald's beautiful and vivid descriptions. From the opulent parties at Gatsby's mansion to the desolate Valley of Ashes, every scene is painted with such detail that it feels like you are right there alongside the characters. The writing is poetic and evocative, making it easy to get lost in the world of the story.
The characters in "The Great Gatsby" are also incredibly well-developed. Jay Gatsby himself is a complex and enigmatic figure, driven by his desire to relive the past and win back Daisy. His love for her is both romantic and tragic, and it is fascinating to see how his obsession shapes his actions throughout the novel. Daisy, on the other hand, is portrayed as a shallow and self-absorbed socialite, torn between her love for Gatsby and her loyalty to her husband, Tom.
Overall, "The Great Gatsby" is a timeless classic that explores themes of love, wealth, and the American Dream. It is a cautionary tale about the emptiness of materialism and the consequences of living in the past. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a thought-provoking and beautifully written novel.
英文读书笔记 篇二
Title: 1984
George Orwell's "1984" is a dystopian novel that has stood the test of time and remains as relevant today as it was when it was first published in 1949. The story is set in a totalitarian society ruled by the Party, led by the enigmatic figure known as Big Brother. The protagonist, Winston Smith, works for the Party's propaganda department and begins to question the oppressive regime he lives under.
One of the most chilling aspects of "1984" is its depiction of a surveillance state where every move is monitored and dissent is brutally suppressed. Orwell's vision of a society where truth is manipulated and history is rewritten is both disturbing and thought-provoking. The concept of "doublethink," where citizens are forced to accept contradictory beliefs, is a powerful commentary on the dangers of totalitarianism.
The character of Winston Smith is a compelling and relatable protagonist who rebels against the Party's control, even at great personal risk. His inner struggle to maintain his own identity and resist the brainwashing tactics of the Party is both inspiring and heartbreaking. The novel's conclusion is bleak and haunting, leaving the reader with a sense of despair at the futility of individual rebellion against a tyrannical regime.
"1984" is a powerful and important work of literature that serves as a warning against the dangers of authoritarianism and the erosion of personal freedom. Its themes of censorship, propaganda, and government surveillance are as relevant today as they were when the book was first written. I highly recommend "1984" to anyone interested in exploring the darker side of human nature and the consequences of unchecked power.
英文读书笔记 篇三
The Old Man And The Sea 《老人与海》
The Old Man and the Sea is one of Hemingway's most enduring works.Told in language of great simplicity and power,it is the story of an old Cuban fisherman,down on his luck,and his supreme ordeal——a relentless,agonizing battle with a giant marlin far out in the Gulf Stream.Here Hemingway re
casts,in strikingly contemporary style,the classic thene of courage in the face of defeat,of personal triumph won from los.Written in 1952,this hugely successfully novella confirmed his power and presence in the literary world and played a huge part in his winning the 1954 Nobel Prize for Literature. The novel is very famous in the world, so lot of people like this novel. We also studied it in our Chinese class, Hemingway's novel are always interesting I like his novel much, also in his novel we can learn a lot by his meanings. It’s really a good novel for people to read.
第二篇
《双城记》
After reading "A tale of two cities" "A tale of two cities" is one of Dickens's most important representative works.The novel profoundly exposed the society contradiction before the French Revolution,intensely attacks the aristocratic social clais dissolute and cruel,and sincerely sympathizes with the depressed classes.The novel also described many magnificent scenes like the revolt people attacked Bastille and so on,which displayed people's great strength.
The novel has portrayed many different people. Doctor Manette is honest and kind but suffers the persecution actually ， Lucie is beautiful and gentle ，Charles is graceful and noble，Lorry is upright and honest ，Sydney is semblance of indifferent, innermost feelings of warm,unconventional but also selfleand lofty，MiProis straightforward and loyal，Evremonde brothers are cruel and sinister......The complex hatred is hard to solve, the cruel revenge has made more hatreds, loves rebirth in the hell edge,but take the life as the price.
As an outstanding writer,in Dickens's work,the language skill is essential.Each kind of rhetoric technique,like the analogy,the exaggeration,the contrast,the humorous,and the taunt are handled skillfully,and the artistry of the work is also delivered the peak."A tale of two cities" has its difference with the general historical novel, its character and the main plot are all fictionalizes.With the broad real background of the French Revolution,the author take the fictional character Doctor Manette's experience as the main clue,interweaves the unjust charge, upholstery and so many techniques,causes the structure integrity and strictness,the plot winding anxious and rich of theatrical nature,it displayed the remarkable artistic skill.the style "A tale of two cities" is solemnity and melancholy,fills indignantion,but lacks the humor of the early works.
