The Yellow Papers
By Brianna Cheng
The Yellow PapersMay 07, 2021
The Yellow Papers Ep. 5: Cool Air
After the year we've had, what better to lighten the mood than short horror stories? Dive into some of the most well-known short horror stories, as well as a few you've never heard of, with seniors Zach Khouri and Brianna Cheng.
In the final episode of The Yellow Papers, we are reading Cool Air, by H.P. Lovecraft, published in 1928. We explore the especially prevalent tactile imagery and the evident xenophobia of the author. We also wrap up the season with a comparison and rating of our favorite stories from the past few months!
Episode art credit: Flickr
The Yellow Papers Ep. 4: The Monkey's Paw
After the year we've had, what better to lighten the mood than short horror stories? Dive into some of the most well-known short horror stories, as well as a few you've never heard of, with seniors Zach Khouri and Brianna Cheng.
This week, we are discussing The Monkey's Paw, by W. W. Jacobs, published in 1902. We explore the implications of orientalism, especially in our present-day climate, mother figures throughout literature, and why anyone would ever run TOWARDS THE KNOCKING!
Episode art credit: Pxhere
The Yellow Papers Ep. 3: A Haunted House
After the year we've had, what better to lighten the mood than short horror stories? Dive into some of the most well-known short horror stories, as well as a few you've never heard of, with seniors Zach Khouri and Brianna Cheng.
This week, we are reading A Haunted House, by Virginia Woolf, published in 1944. We explore stream-of-consciousness writing, spend wayyy too much time on poetic devices, and dive into the symbolism packed into this one-page story.
Episode art credit: Charleston House
The Yellow Papers Ep. 2: The Masque of Red Death
After the year we've had, what better to lighten the mood than short horror stories? Dive into some of the most well-known short horror stories, as well as a few you've never heard of, with seniors Zach Khouri and Brianna Cheng.
This week, we are reading The Masque of Red Death, by Edgar Allan Poe, published in 1842. We dive into color theory surrounding the seven rooms of Prince Prospero's abbey, the historical associations with disease, and why hosting a party during a pandemic is NEVER a good idea.
Episode art credit: Flickr
The Yellow Papers Ep. 1: The Yellow Wallpaper
After the year we've had, what better to lighten the mood than short horror stories? Dive into some of the most well-known short horror stories, as well as a few you've never heard of, with seniors Zach Khouri and Brianna Cheng.
This week, we are reading The Yellow Wallpaper by Charlotte Perkins Stetson, published in 1892. We explore the meaning behind the color yellow, the advancement of mental healthcare, and why is the husband calling his wife "little girl"?
Episode art credit: Literary Hub