webnovel

the english patient as a postcolonial novel

Related Stories
Obtaining 10x rewards! Reincarnated into a novel as a side-character!
Author: WinterDragon_1
Ongoing · 6.9M Views
Synopsis

After being hit by a car, Oliver wakes up only to find himself reincarnated as the 4th young master in one of the most powerful clans in the world. However, just after his birth, he is declared to be useless by his mother. Devastated, he later realizes that he has been born into the world of a novel that he used to read. This world is plagued by war between exorcists and demons, where only the strong survive while the weak are devoured. In such a cruel world where death is only a mile away, he, born without talent, is expected to only suffer his whole life until he hears it... [Ding! Conditions met. Binding System has been activated.] A system that guarantees a 10x reward... [Ding! Target has awakened one of the 4 special eyes!] [Obtaining 10 times the reward....] [Host has awakened the...] It is not only a matter of time before he can reach the top of the world and live comfortably! _____________________________ Patreon: https://tinyurl.com/winterdragon573 Discord server: https://discord.gg/YXHmERu2mH

Table of Contents
Volume 1
More

Strategic-level fantasy syndrome patient

Ji Tianqi, who fantasized about crossing into an otherworldly realm, was diagnosed as a fantasy syndrome patient. However, his extraordinary encounter in the otherworldly realm came true!!! In his first extraordinary encounter, he obtained a martial arts secret book that no one but he could master. Therefore, the team responsible for researching/treating him provided him with a prop—a chessboard! His second extraordinary encounter involved solving the Zhenlong Chess and gaining the empowerment transmission from a master, which granted him a century-old skill in minutes. From then on, the team responsible for researching/treating him became a team dedicated to assisting him. His team created an inn setting for him, where he experienced his fourth extraordinary encounter—the Orchid Acupoint Skill. With this martial art, he immobilized a criminal possessing the superpower of Instantaneous Movement. His team submitted a request report to their superiors—our hero needs to rent a temple, a temple with a Scripture Pavilion. After the superiors rejected it, they issued an important directive. "Think bigger, construct a real ancient city for him! An ancient city that includes all the headquarters of the various sects from his otherworldly fantasies!"

Trace Odd · Urban

I, a Mental Patient, Was Chosen to Participate in AnalogHorror

Ghost stories descend, binding national fate. People enhance themselves and their nation's luck by constantly participating in Analog Horror. Mental patient Jiang Xiao is initially selected to enter a nine-star level mental hospital Analog Horror! However, he bizarrely finds out that he seems to be the most seriously ill one... Jiang Xiao: "I sign a pact with the ghost stories, the weirdness is my grandson!" Participating in the seven-star level Analog Horror "Where Did Daddy Die". A peachy-cheeked son with big eyes blinking asks: "Do you want to be my daddy?" The chosen one: "Yes!" Son: "Then I have a tiny request, which is to beat you to death!" One chosen daddy after another is smashed into pulp by the son right from the start. Facing the rebellious son charging forward, Jiang Xiao smiles coldly: "Dad, I'm actually your son!"

Xiaoyu can't get enough to eat. · Urban

MY PATIENT, MY HOT HUSBAND

DANIEL CLIFFORD (35 years) Jean Aideen's best friend as a famous actor in New York City, really loves Jeany his first love. Since Jeany decided to marry Jian, the man she loves so much, Daniel's life has been thrown into darkness. Daniel became a cigarette addict and heavy drinker as well as drug user for years, making Daniel suffer from cirrhosis of the liver. Dhenisa Zee (23 years), a young doctor who was chosen by her senior doctor to care for and take care of Daniel's health, so that unconsciously love has grown in the heart of Dhenisa who will marry Justine. How is the story of the continuation of the love life of a Daniel? will his love end sadly for the second time?

Nickscart_2 · Teen

Patient Zero; Impure Birth

Patient Zero is the part two story to Impurities; Impure birth, this story is another half story leading to a whole. this half story "Patient Zero" will be revealing things about Impurities- answers about our main characters (Zero & Indra) where they originate as they both overcome their obstacles from their own worlds as they discover each other for the first time. One brother lives the life another wanted to have while the other struggles into power and becomes a ruler in order to bring peace by doing questionable things that makes our main character (Zero) challenge him, Is Indra wrong for wanting to bring peace his own way or is Zero too naive and noble to understand that the world is also a dark place. Watch as Zero becomes powerful and learns more of the world and himself while Indra tries to understand his identity and emotions more while preparing to face off against the government and "The Council" who is also referred to as the twelve zodiacs, will Zero help Indra on his mission to kill them or stand in his way. Read more to find out the outcome.

UniqueLanguage · Fantasy
Related Reviews
ELDe
ELDe
2018-03-04

In the beginning, iam still confused about the lead role. Then, when i continue to read begin to understand if the story about a girl who really like Cinderella. But her father really really not good like cinderella. He is such ... (that i dont want to call it). Every chapter is really short. Then there are not familiar word in the translation, especially for me who just have low in English. I thought, i would stop read this novel because my skill in English. But now, I am just dont want to stop and read everytime and everywhere. This is my first novel that I read and im really enjoying. The part that make me not patient to wait is to know who the male lead. We have to read until a half so we can decide who is the male lead. Iam really enjoying this and not patient to the next chapter. Thanks for the novel

Entangled with An Evil Lord

Mu Danfeng · Fantasy
3068 Chs
Related Questions
How can 'The English Patient' be analyzed as a postcolonial novel?
3 answers
2024-11-12 13:49
One way is through its portrayal of different cultures. The novel presents characters from colonized and colonizing nations. For example, the main character's complex identity and his experiences in different colonial settings show the impact of colonialism on individuals. It also challenges the traditional power dynamics of the colonial era by giving voices to the 'colonized' characters and showing their rich inner worlds.
What are the main postcolonial elements in 'The English Patient'?
1 answer
2024-11-12 16:32
One of the main postcolonial elements in 'The English Patient' is the representation of power dynamics. The power relationships between the colonizers and the colonized are explored. This is seen in the way the characters from different colonial backgrounds interact. There is also the element of cultural appropriation and resistance. The novel shows how cultures have been appropriated during colonial times and how the colonized resist this appropriation through their own cultural expressions and ways of being. Additionally, the theme of displacement, which is often a result of colonialism, is a significant postcolonial element in the story.
Was the English Patient based on a novel?
2 answers
2024-11-14 16:44
Yes, it was. The movie 'The English Patient' is based on the novel of the same name by Michael Ondaatje.
Was The English Patient based on a novel?
1 answer
2024-10-07 12:34
Sure, 'The English Patient' originated as a novel. The film was based on the written work, bringing its story to the big screen.
What are the main characteristics of postcolonial English novels?
3 answers
2024-11-21 02:43
One main characteristic is the exploration of identity. Postcolonial English novels often deal with characters who are in a state of flux between their native and colonial identities. For example, in 'Midnight's Children' by Salman Rushdie, the protagonist's identity is complexly intertwined with India's post - colonial history. Another characteristic is the use of hybrid languages. Writers mix local languages with English, creating a new form of expression that reflects the cultural mix. Also, they often critique colonial power structures and the long - lasting effects of colonization on the colonized people.
Related Topics
More
New Arrivals

The richest man started by selling computer motherboards

Why is Intel so obsessed with mobile phones? Why did Microsoftbetray Intel? Why was Master Qiao chased out of the fruit again? Cook actually wanted to introduce Chinese CPU after he took over? What was going on? Book Group: 344373706 New book, new book [North America: You said you were going to be a police officer, but you're going to cultivate and kill gods?] welcome to subscribe to

I'm serious
· 8K Views

Diary of a Foreign Country

Wang Shiyu went to a foreign country alone not only for the half-year appointment with his father, but also for the unforgettable memories hidden deep in his heart.

The diligent Boss Wang
· 8.4K Views

The European King's little baby built a city in the end of the world

With the descent of the evolution code, the world would change and everything would be overturned. Was it evolution and rebirth, or destruction and extinction? Is this what you think? NO! What if they were homeless and had nowhere to live? "Sister, don't worry. We can build a city." The price of land was sky-high. What if there were not enough resources? "Sister, look, I got a coupon. It's a 10% discount!" … A certain someone thought,"Hmph, no matter how powerful the apocalypse is, it can't be as powerful as me, the European King." Facing the sudden changes in the world, the birth of new species, and the dangerous apocalypse. Ye Xingyue relied on her luck to become the final winner, hehe n(* Greatest ▽ Greatest *)n -- Fragment: Ye Xingyue had nothing left to live for."As the City Lord, I'm actually heavily in debt. It's too difficult for me!" In the next second, the butler elf congratulated the City Lord. The debt had been paid off. Looking at the barren scenery, Ye Xingyue cried."There's only the City Lord's Mansion, but there's no place to live. Can it be any worse?" In the next second, the City Lord's Mansion was completely renewed. It was ancient and beautiful. Ye Xingyue was in a sorry state."These wild beasts are getting harder and harder to fight. Their equipment is getting harder and harder to drop." A certain someone looked at the pile of resource equipment that had just dropped in his backpack and silently clicked send. -- A different apocalypse, a different female lead, a different path to becoming king.

Wen Qingxin
· 2.6K Views

Starting from the love variety show, sweeping the entertainment industry

Luo Zhaoran had always been a lazy person, especially when he was in a completely unfamiliar world. He did not have much ambition. He only hoped to grow up healthy and earn money cleanly. It would be best if he could find someone to accompany him for the rest of his life. However, there would always be someone who would inadvertently barge into your world, disrupt your plans for the future, and make you run towards her regardless of everything. However, Luo Zhaoran didn't expect that the girl would come so quickly… However, Luo Zhaoran gradually realized that something was wrong with her. How could she know him so well? They clearly didn't have any interactions before!

The more I surpass, the more
· 5.5K Views

Concealed Star

Genius youth and black-bellied big shot (Zhuxing @& Blazing Grudge) Zhuxing had failed halfway through his transformation and was thrown into the demon beast shelter by his parents. The conditions there were extremely harsh. In the extremely dark shelter, Zhuxing did not give up and planned to escape many times. In the end, they escaped from the shelter, but they were chased by the shelter's guards into the desert and fell into quicksand. The immense pressure of the quicksand crushed his body into pieces, but he didn't die in such an environment and ended up in a small village.

It's Spirit One
· 5.6K Views
Popular Searches
nemonachristopher bevinsprofessor layton jean descolepierre de lune vampire diarieskemben putihhow old is toji fushiguroorihime x ichigodraco malfoy goblet of firenico di angelo and will solace kissbucky avengers