"Invictus" is an adjective in Latin meaning 'unconquerable/ invincible/ undefeated or unsubdued'. 'Invictus' was the poem recited by late Nelson Mandela while he was imprisoned for 27 long years. This ...

Inspired by William Ernest Henley’s 'Invictus,' this delves into human strength, self-determination, and the complete responsibility you hold for your life. It emphasizes your power to choose your ...

The first line of “Invictus” by William Ernest Henley is about as arresting as they come in the English language: “Out of the night that covers me/Black as the pit from pole to pole/I thank whatever ...

The whole tragedy-turned-circus that led yesterday to the execution of Timothy McVeigh ended with a poem. Given the chance to make a final statement in life, McVeigh released a handwritten copy of ...

“I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul.” This line, written by William Ernest Henley in his timeless poem ...

The poem “Invictus” by William Ernest Henley is the titular inspiration for this new film by Clint Eastwood, and is quoted within the film: “It matters not how straight the gate,” Henley writes, “How ...