In the book A Thousand Splendid Suns written by Khaled Hosseini, in part three of the book, the attention turns back to Mariamâs point of view which she and Rasheed take care of Laila. Laila was rescued by Rasheed who found her in the rubble and saved her life. Later on, Rasheed decides to marry Laila because he says if...
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âYou wanted a womenâs culture. Well, now there is one. It isnât what you meant, but it exists.â (Attwood 127). The regime of Gilead claims that it supports the culture of female solidarity and unity, but only creates a culture of tyranny and oppression. In The Handmaidâs Tale by Marget Attwood, the author not only focused on the hierarchy between...
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âEveryday Useâ tells the story of a rural, African American family from the perspective of a mother who has overcome racism, and obstacles, and endured labor-intensive hard work to provide better opportunities for her daughters. Despite Mamaâs efforts to protect her children from the side of the world that has contributed to her rugged exterior, her youngest daughter, Maggie, suffered...
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In The Great Gatsby, a major issue recurring theme in that of morality. Each character in the novel exemplifies their various immoral contributions at least one point in the novel, and each character falls on a different portion of the spectrum of morality. These different actions, performed by different characters, help to place each character in their respective place among...
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The novel, âThe Handmaidâs Tale,â by Margaret Atwood, is based upon a totalitarian society that treats women as property and takes their civil rights away from them, forcing them into sexual servitude to replenish the population. The book has been turned into a Hulu original series that shows a view of a totalitarian society within the United States. However, the...
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Insanity is at once a social stigma and a tool used toward exclusion, marginalization, and domination of characters rebellious in nature otherwise âdifficult to controlâ; in many cases, it is a reaction toward the external world, and in a limited number of cases it is what is called- âmental imbalanceâ or insanity which may or may not have been triggered...
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Despite 'A Doll's House' (1879) and 'A Thousand Splendid Suns' (2007), being written over a century apart, collectively both texts highlight the oppressing nature of a patriarchal society. Henrik Ibsen explores the journey of the main protagonist Nora, who becomes dissatisfied with her sacrifice to become a wife and fulfil her role as a mother. Eventually, she realizes that to find...
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Comparative Analysis of Two Characters in The Namesake This paper is all about a comparison between two characters of the novel by Jhumpa Lahiri, The Namesake. We are going to compare how the author paints these characters with other characters in the novel. Gogol Nikhil, who is the main character, and his mother, Ashami are the center of this analysis....
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The optimistic tone of Act II, which graces the union between Romeo and Juliet through their marriage, significantly changes at the beginning of Act III due to the fight that breaks out between the families of Capulet and Montague. These few lines dramatically shift the play into a tragedy, a juxtaposition from what it was before, a romantic comedy. The...
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BeyoncĂŠ once stated âYour self-worth is determined by you. You donât have to depend on someone telling you who you are.â As the protagonist of The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri, Gogol Ganguli embarks on a journey of self-discovery from birth through a carefree and rambunctious childhood to evolving into a down-to-earth, kind-hearted, and selfless individual. As Gogolâs identity develops, he...
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Forrest Gump. The true example of what it means for someone to prosper and grow with adversity constantly by his side. I guess what makes him so likeable to millions around the world including me, is his sense of acceptance to whatever comes his way. There is no doubt or worry in the back of his mind of what the...
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The standard of beauty has changed throughout the years, but the one thing that hasnât changed is how women have been forced to conform to the standards set by the media. âThe Bluest Eyeâ by Toni Morrison was set in the 1940s, a time when white beauty standards deformed the lives of black women. Upon googling the 1940âs images it...
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In Alice Walker's Everyday Use sisters Dee and Maggie can no longer be at odds. Although their slight differences and similarities are obvious to the reader, they become clearer when the mother sees them. More features can be seen for him when his mother shows this to him. Mother is very good at noticing the different qualities among her daughters,...
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Celie remarked, âAll my life I had to fightâ (Goodreads). Growing up in the rural south during the twentieth century as a young black woman was burdensome. Women faced racial discrimination along with sexual oppression. Instead of black oppression by whites, this novel turns out to be black oppression by blacks. In addition to the oppression by blacks, despite solitude,...
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âFreedom, or the lack thereof, is inextricably linked with powerâ In light of this statement explore how Alice Walker and Emma Donoghue present the relationship between freedom and power in Room and The Color Purple. Throughout the entirety of both novels, constant inferences can be made about a journey of liberation, whether it be the similar physiological release in both...
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Through a study of Alice Walker's novel, The Color Purple, this paper is going to talk about those black women who have traveled a long journey from suffering male dominance, to rebellion against its conventions, and to creating their freedom. Alice Walker's âThe Color Purpleâ was written in 1982, in an epistolary form. She has managed to use the form...
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The Handmaidâs Tale by Margaret Atwood is a novel, which has been described as a âfresh post-feminist approach to future shockâ due to its detailed introduction to the world of sexism committed by the patriarchal society of the Republic of Gilead. It reflects the dystopian male-controlled society, where women are treated inferiorly and unequally while facing sexism and social disparage....
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Desperate times call for desperate measures is a famous line that depicts that the need for a human becomes the source of important invention. The Hunger Games, written by author Suzanne Collins, tells the story of Katniss Everdeen in a dystopian setting. The story begins on the day of the reaping where Katniss volunteers instead of her sister, Prim. The...
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Explore the notion that the characters in Huxley's 'Brave New World' and Ishiguro's 'Never Let Me Go' are caught in an 'endless struggle to find identity' (Samuel Humey). Most humans, at some point in their life, strive to be an individual. That sense of singularity is for many the root of their lone identity. This development of character is inhibited...
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Hamlet has many common themes but one theme that is highlighted throughout this play and most Shakespearean tragedies is death. From the opening scene, we are guided into a world obsessed with death and its influence. From King Hamlet to Ophelia, all the way to a fencing match gone wrong, the appearance of death is always evident in the minds...
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In literature, a foil is a character who contrasts with another character, usually the protagonist, to highlight particular qualities of the other character. In William Shakespeare's tragedy "Macbeth," several characters serve as foils to the titular character, Macbeth. One of the most prominent foils to Macbeth is Banquo. Banquo's character is essential in understanding Macbethâs moral and psychological decline. Through...
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Sonia Sanchez, a pivotal figure in African American literature, has made significant contributions to the realm of poetry and activism. Her works are characterized by their poignant exploration of race, gender, and cultural identity, which resonate deeply within the socio-political landscape of the United States. This essay delves into Sanchez's literary corpus, examining her thematic concerns, stylistic innovations, and the...
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Introduction Paul Zindel's novel The Pigman presents readers with a compelling narrative that delves into the lives of two teenagers, John Conlan and Lorraine Jensen, as they form an unexpected friendship with an elderly man named Angelo Pignati. Among the central characters, John stands out as a complex and multifaceted individual whose personality and actions greatly influence the story's progression....
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Antonio and Bassanio's relationship is one of the most compelling aspects of William Shakespeare's "The Merchant of Venice." Their bond is multifaceted, encompassing elements of friendship, loyalty, financial dependency, and possibly unspoken romantic feelings. Antonio, a melancholic merchant, and Bassanio, a young Venetian nobleman with a penchant for extravagance, are bound together in a relationship that raises numerous questions about...
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Julia Alvarez, a prominent Dominican-American poet, explores nuanced themes of identity, family, and cultural heritage in her poem "Dusting." Through the lens of a seemingly simple household chore, Alvarez delves into the complex relationship between a mother and daughter, as well as the daughter's quest for individuality. This essay provides an in-depth summary of "Dusting," highlighting the central themes, literary...
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Introduction "The Squatter and The Don," a novel penned by MarĂa Amparo Ruiz de Burton in 1885, delves into the complex socio-political landscape of post-Mexican-American War California. This seminal work not only offers a gripping narrative but also serves as a poignant critique of the socio-economic and racial tensions that characterized the period. Through its rich tapestry of characters and...
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J.D. Salingerâs The Catcher in the Rye is one of the notable works of the American Literature which explores a difficult stage of a human life â growing up. The story is narrated by Holden Caulfield who becomes a protagonist and in this role â and in this role the reader faces such issues as estrangement, presence of self, defense...
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The written task is based on the book âMacbethâ, written by William Shakespeare. This text comes under part IV â Literature: Critical Study. My written task is a narrative about a rather surprising meeting between Macbeth and the Ghost of King Duncan. Macbeth is declared the Thane of Cawdor, which makes one of the witchesâ prophecies come true. Hearing about...
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Everyone gets jealous at some point in their lives, all humans show jealousy in different ways. It can be very dangerous and can turn people against each other because sometimes want what someone else has. With all the peer pressure in the town of Salem, this major sin of envy causes great stress on the characters and the town, but...
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Death of a Salesman is about a salesman who is having a hard time in life: his mind is fading, he is losing his job, and he has a struggling relationship with his children. In his old age, Willy Loman is beginning to have flashbacks of when his children were younger and life was easier. Willy is a salesman who...
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