What does the river symbolize? How significant is to Siddarthaâs quest for enlightenment? Throughout the novel, there are many intelligent references to earth like elements to help the reader connect and understand Siddartha and the way he thinks. The entirety of the novel is about Siddhartha's journey through life and finding oneself. The book takes place during the time of the Buddah and this gives Siddhartha a chance to meet him and to seek knowledge and to find enlightenment. Him...
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A Humorous novel Candide, printed in 1759, is the till date best-known work by Voltaire. It is a savage censure of philosophical positivity as upheld by the German philosopher Gottfried Wilhelm Leibnizâthat uncovers a universe of terror and sin. 'Candide' is a narration about the journey of Candide, who walks the world over, going starting with one setback and then onto the next, at the same time he feels that his passivity towards life is being tested. Voltaire's Candide was...
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In the Victorian age women are fully helpless. They depend on men for their social security, sex and marriage. That's why marriage is the most significant point in a woman's life at this age. And women were dominated by their sexuality and were expected to fall silently into the social mold that was crafted by men. Though women were regarded as flimsy, sensitive and dutiful. In the poem 'My Last Duchess Robert Browning nicely portrayed that kind of social picture....
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The food you consume plays an important role in your health. When you eat foods with great nutritional makeup, it not only affects your health but also how well your body can digest the food. Did you know that in the U.S, statistics show that one in every five-person suffers from a form of digestive health problem and approximately 60 to 70 million people suffer from a digestive disease? When your digestive system is healthy and working properly, it breaks...
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To acknowledge the beauty of a book means to understand the story beyond boundaries. The book, Tuesdays with Morrie, has a deep heartwarming message for humanity. I can state that the book is composed of two stories. One is the tale of a man and an ailment. The other is the narrative of an educator who has come to comprehend that lifeâs complexities can be separated into straightforward certainties. The book is a genuine story, and the writer, Mitch Albom,...
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Discussion The current study was designed to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and skills among primary healthcare workers in health promotional settings and to determine the managerial interventions needed in health promotional settings in the Kalutara RDHS division. The knowledge among 70% (215) of the study participants of this study were categorized as 'poor' and only 30% (92) of study participants were identified as having 'good' knowledge according to the scoring system. According to the self-assessed level of knowledge on health...
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The United Kingdom National Health Service refers to the government-funded medical and health care services that everyone living in the UK can use without being asked to pay the full cost of the service. Starting in 1946 as part of the Post-war consensus, it was very popular although some criticisms. They are 4 NHS, one for each constituent country of the UK. The 1948 leaflet sent out to people when the NHS started said: âEveryone - rich or poor, man,...
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This extract belongs to the opening of Robinson Crusoe's journal, the main protagonist of Daniel Defoeâs novel The Life and Strange Adventures of Robinson Crusoe. This novel has been analyzed from different perspectives by critics: as an adventure story, as the enthusiastic European imperialistic drive for colonization present in the 18th-century English society or as a meditation on the human condition. Robinson Crusoe draws inspiration from one of the main important figures of the Age of Reason, the empiricist philosopher...
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Truman Capote is one of the most famous and controversial writers in contemporary American literature. He was a flamboyant character, cultivating eccentricity and a certain taste for scandal, as you can guess from this self-portrait: 'I am a alcoholic. I am a drug addict. I am a homosexual. I am a genius.â In turn adulated and criticized, he was one of the most controversial figures of his time. He entered literature at the age of nineteen with his novels, but...
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1. The central idea of the story; Who Moved My Cheese; tells a parable, which you can directly apply to your own life, in order to stop fearing what lies ahead and instead thrive in an environment of change and uncertainty. Funny, how you sometimes stumble into things that were right in front of your nose, all along. 2. The five topic sentences are; Good situations never last forever, so be prepared. Visualizing your goals helps your push through the...
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Difficulty pertaining to the acceptance of cultural differences is a prevalent motif throughout âPoisonwood Bible,â and is an idea that Kingsolver routinely reinforces through the implementation of allusion. The Price family, though having left Georgia to complete a religious mission in the Congo, attempted to maintain the cultural practices of a modern society, which eventually proved to be unsuccessful. While attempting to plant a garden upon his arrival in Kalinga, Nathan proceeded in using Western planting techniques, despite having been...
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In the poem âmy last duchessâ Browning concentrates on how humans can abuse their power. In the poem, The Duke is annoyed because he feels his wife was âtwo easily impressedâ and that her âlooks went everywhere,â. throughout the poem Browning implies that the Duke couldn't stand the way the Duchess treated him the same as everyone else, showing the audience that he thought he was superior to everybody else just from his power. the Dukes anger levels increase throughout...
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In the university, people learn about âidentityâ so much. What is the importance of knowing own identity? Many people have experienced to think about this question âWho Am I?â Usually, many Japanese university students spend a lot of time to find answers, because when people enter the university, they can meet so many kinds of people and get many new experiences. For example, start a part-time job, join a new community at university, study more specifically than high school and...
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My aunt that lives in Australia is an excellent leader to me, she is selfless and caring. She works at the red cross, where she helps young mothers who have fallen pregnant and are unable to provide for themselves and their new babies. She helps them learn how to be a mother and finds them jobs to keep them off the street. By doing this, she gives moms the opportunity to fix their lives and be good mothers. Most of...
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As a writer in school, I have always expanded new knowledge with my writing which came with both difficult and easy challenges. It has taken time for me to learn from my mistakes but also practice for me to better myself as a writer. I have doubted my abilities as a writer multiple times in school however, knowing both my strengths and weaknesses helps me get inspired and exceed with my writing. Furthermore, now as I begin a new chapter...
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The house, is basically a nonliving concrete building with four walls, doors, and windows, what makes it a lively, pleasing, and extraordinary place for us? Why we don't get a similar feeling to our home when we are at our friend's house? What uniqueness does our home have that makes it feel at home for us? Every person has different answers to all the above questions. Here are some of the reasons that give me feel at-home vibes. It's true...
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Friendship is one of the greatest blessings that not everyone is lucky enough to have. We meet a lot of people in the journey of life however there are only a few who stay with us throughout our life. My best friend is one such person who has been able to make a positive impact on my life. I and my best friend have been a part of each otherâs lives for the longest time and our friendship is still...
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Intentional Living The idea of happiness is constantly changing in todayâs age. While a lot of people think money and fame are the keys to happiness, others believe a simple walk through nature could be just as fulfilling. There is no one answer to this often-asked question. As a society, everyone wants something different out of this life. Happiness derives from within, it is a mindset. The state of being intentional in everything you do and in the relationships you...
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It was the month of April 2013 and my birthday was coming up later in the month. My family and I only had one dog in our household at the time and I was continuously raving about how we should get another one. My fondness for dogs was endless, so after weeks of contemplating, I knew exactly what I wanted for my birthday. I pranced toward my Mom delightfully singing, âI want a dog for my birthday, Mom!â Ever since...
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I am applying for the Graduate program within European Investment Bank. Currently, I am in my final year of undertaking a BSc (Hons) in Economics at the University of Bath. I am interested in the program as I aim to work in a fast-paced environment, which will challenge me and therefore help me grow as a person and employee. Thus, I am applying and I am eager to join the European Investment Bank. As a person, I was always fascinated...
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Genetically modified foods are genetically engineered foods. They are food items generally delivered for public utilization that have been adjusted with genetic material from other living organisms. GMO foods are genetically changed to build up valuable or wanted attributes. The organism that is giving its genetic material might be a creature, a plant, or a microorganism. Food was a lot fresher before than it is presently. We can tell that produce and what we eat have drastically changed since. New...
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âHappiness is not something you postpone for the future; it is something you design for the present The words of the above quote belong to an American entrepreneur and author Jim Rohn. He was a motivational speaker also. He elucidated his ideas through audio, video, and by writing. He is well known for his notable work âThe Power of The Ambitionâ. The quote describes the mindset and attitude of Jim Rohn on life. What is life? It is a boon...
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This question has really revealed the true views and personalities of many of my family members that I never knew of. The big question here is âwould you steal?â, and I think many will say no they wonât but when a variable is introduced which in this case is ânever getting caught or prosecutedâ, then all eyebrows raise and many begin to consider doing it or simply do it. Before we get into detail about whether or not to do...
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The world is changing day in and day out. People ranging from children to adults of different socio-economic backgrounds realize the importance of science and accept the fact that science and life are inseparable. Nowadays, many parents will send their kids to get educated in a science school. Therefore, being science literate is a must. This is because science influences most aspects of our daily life and makes our life more comfortable and convenient at the same time. With the...
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Why is Julius Caesar considered a tragic hero? The answer is Julius Caesar fits all characteristics of a tragic hero except the tragic hero's death at the end of the play. First, Shakespeare explains how Caesar is a tragic hero by showing that he is a historical man with tragic imperfections that lead to his death. He is powerful, confident, and an arrogant dictator. He is also extremely ambitious, and he believes that he cannot be defeated as if he...
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The American revolution was a war that will go down in history, as America demanded its independence from its parent nation, Britain. War is considered revolutionary when it introduces new ideas or topics that are advanced from its current state. This war brought about new ideas of nationality, democracy, and radical ideas of freedom that would lead to our lifestyle today. This war not only demanded independence as many others had before but introduced new ideas. The American revolution was...
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As we know, people often wonder what makes a better decision to rescue and adopt a dog from a shelter or purchase a puppy from a pet store? While both animals can give unconditional love, adopters have to consider that a puppy from a pet store come from puppy mills and that are usually using inhumane breeding operations to only make a profit out it versus rescuing a dog or a puppy that is waiting for love at a shelter...
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My absolute favorite movie growing up was âThe Lion Kingâ. I had this movie engrained in my mind because I watched it often, every night my parents read it to me before bed and I listened to a cassette tape of it while I slept. The young lion cub Simba is tricked by his uncle Scar into thinking he murdered his family is exiled from the kingdom. In his adulthood he learns his identity and his right to the throne...
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Well-written poetry has the ability to stir up deep emotions, plumb the depths of the human conscience, and even cause for reflection on existence itself. The usage of many literary devices contributes to the greatness of a poem and determine the impact it has, as can be seen in âNatureâ by Henry W. Longfellow. Longfellow implies a fleetingness to life and a lack of understanding in the human race; that nature herself is the all-knowing mother gently guiding humans through...
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âThe cities, the roads, the countryside, the people I meet - they all begin to blur. I tell myself I am searching for something. But more and more, it feels like I am wandering, waiting for something to happen to me, something that will change everything, something that my whole life has been leading up toâ. I couldnât relate myself to anything better than these lines from âAnd the Mountain Echoedâ by Khaled Hosseini. If everybody has a purpose in...
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