Living with Literature (2026)

Living with Literature (2026) by M. Rafique is written precisely to bridge this gap between confusion and understanding. When I first entered my honours life and began studying English literature, I found myself overwhelmed. The texts were complex, the terms were foreign, and the rhythm of literary language often felt distant from my understanding. At one point, I assumed literature was merely a subject to be memorized. I would memorize lines, definitions, and interpretations but deep inside, a quiet voice kept asking: Is this what literature is truly about? The answer came slowly, through struggle and reflection. Literature, I discovered, is not meant to be memorized -it is meant to be felt. It is not just a series of texts to complete for exams, but a window into the soul of human experience. However, without proper guidance, the beauty of literature often gets lost in confusion and fear.