<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[English Dokushokai]]></title><description><![CDATA[English literary reading circles for advanced learners. Small groups exploring language, literature, and discussion beyond simple conversation.]]></description><link>https://ja.english-dokushokai.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 09:49:56 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://ja.english-dokushokai.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[なぜ優れた作家は「細部」を描くのか - Why Specific Details Make Writing More Vivid]]></title><description><![CDATA[“In writing. Don’t use adjectives which merely tell us how you want us to feel about the thing you are describing. I mean, instead of telling us a thing was ‘terrible,’ describe it so that we’ll be terrified. Don’t say it was ‘delightful,’ make us say ‘delightful’ when we’ve read the description...” - C. S. Lewis]]></description><link>https://ja.english-dokushokai.com/post/why-specific-details-make-writing-more-vivid</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b32bd960bf8f6bb4f081f3</guid><category><![CDATA[Descriptive Writing & Imagery]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 21:34:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/892135_6b505f5b50d843b7a3da1f089c52e8fa~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_670,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Davide</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[「詩を拷問して意味を聞き出すな」Billy Collins が語る詩の読み方 - “Don’t Tie a Poem to a Chair and Torture It for Meaning” How Billy Collins Thinks We Should Read Poetry]]></title><description><![CDATA[コリンズは、厳密な意味で「理解する」という言葉をほとんど使いません。

むしろ強調されているのは「経験すること」です。

Collins almost never speaks about “understanding” the poem in a strict analytical sense. Instead, the emphasis appears to fall on experience.]]></description><link>https://ja.english-dokushokai.com/post/%E3%80%8C%E8%A9%A9%E3%82%92%E6%8B%B7%E5%95%8F%E3%81%97%E3%81%A6%E6%84%8F%E5%91%B3%E3%82%92%E8%81%9E%E3%81%8D%E5%87%BA%E3%81%99%E3%81%AA%E3%80%8Dbilly-collins-%E3%81%8C%E8%AA%9E%E3%82%8B%E8%A9%A9%E3%81%AE%E8%AA%AD%E3%81%BF%E6%96%B9</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b19dc34a59a7996377156e</guid><category><![CDATA[Poetry & Literary Language]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:21:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/892135_00ad127f163c461c9afa65be024c73bb~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Davide</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lonely vs Alone vs Solitary — 似ているけれど違う言葉]]></title><description><![CDATA[“Don’t you get lonely?”

My answer is always the same.

“It’s solitary, but I’m not lonely.”]]></description><link>https://ja.english-dokushokai.com/post/lonely-vs-alone-vs-solitary-%E4%BC%BC%E3%81%A6%E3%81%84%E3%82%8B%E3%81%91%E3%82%8C%E3%81%A9%E9%81%95%E3%81%86%E8%A8%80%E8%91%89</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b141540a4be4ba0d8564c9</guid><category><![CDATA[English Nuance & Modern Usage]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:37:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/892135_dd31bb780adc411ba32e6f5edfd871d1~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_550,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Davide</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 「とても」を卒業する。文学から学ぶ情景描写のテクニック。 - Descriptive Writing: Moving Beyond "Very." Techniques for Describing Scenes.]]></title><description><![CDATA[今日は、文学のテクニックを使って、あなたの英語を単なる「説明（description）」から、情景が目に浮かぶような「描写（descriptive）」へとアップグレードする方法をお見せします。 Today, I'll show you how to use literary techniques to upgrade your English from "description" to "descriptive."]]></description><link>https://ja.english-dokushokai.com/post/%E3%80%8C%E3%81%A8%E3%81%A6%E3%82%82%E3%80%8D%E3%82%92%E5%8D%92%E6%A5%AD%E3%81%99%E3%82%8B%E3%80%82%E6%96%87%E5%AD%A6%E3%81%8B%E3%82%89%E5%AD%A6%E3%81%B6%E6%83%85%E6%99%AF%E6%8F%8F%E5%86%99%E3%81%AE%E3%83%86%E3%82%AF%E3%83%8B%E3%83%83%E3%82%AF%E3%80%82-descriptive-writing-moving-beyond-very-techniques-for-descri</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b0a97622bc04bb87f9feff</guid><category><![CDATA[Descriptive Writing & Imagery]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 23:39:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/892135_4637b597621d4f21ae2dfaae70c81584~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_670,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Davide</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Teens Should Join English Reading Circles]]></title><description><![CDATA[English reading circles for teens (英語読書会) offer a powerful way for young learners to improve their language skills through literature. Reading is more than just flipping pages or skimming through words. It’s a journey - a voyage into new worlds, ideas, and emotions. When you’re a teen, that journey can sometimes feel lonely or overwhelming. But what if you didn’t have to travel alone? What if you could share your discoveries, your questions, and your excitement with others who love English...]]></description><link>https://ja.english-dokushokai.com/post/why-teens-should-join-english-reading-circles</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a75ac57c30ee379830e591</guid><category><![CDATA[The Power of Reading]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 22:21:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/892135_1ab3185fca194c3f89efe9e35a373f97~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Davide</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Power of Reading for Language Learning: Unlocking English with Every Page]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reading is more than just a pastime. For those of us striving to master English at an advanced level, it’s a secret weapon - a gateway to fluency, cultural insight, and a richer vocabulary. I’ve found that diving into books, articles, and stories doesn’t just improve language skills; it transforms the way we think and express ourselves. Let’s explore why reading is so crucial for language advancement, backed by research and sprinkled with practical tips you can start using today. Why Reading...]]></description><link>https://ja.english-dokushokai.com/post/the-power-of-reading-for-language-learning-unlocking-english-with-every-page</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a4d807fe2730c041323435</guid><category><![CDATA[The Power of Reading]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:22:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/892135_5cef56afac144709bb20943b6ca28b6c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Davide</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>