Introduction William Shakespeare, the illustrious playwright, has bestowed upon the world a plethora of characters that continue to captivate audiences with their complexity and depth. Among these are Hamlet from the play "Hamlet" and Macbeth from "Macbeth." Both characters are renowned for their tragic arcs, but they are distinguished by their motivations, moral dilemmas, and psychological landscapes. This essay seeks...
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In most forms of literature and storytelling, the main character and the character that has hidden intent are usually antagonists or completely opposite forces. The main character uses all the strengths and productive traits available to him while the hidden intent character causes trouble and creates discord. In revision however, it becomes clear that many of such characterizations are often...
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In Frankenstein, the relationship that is most important though is that of Victor Frankenstein and other characters, as their roles in the story provide insights to the reader as to who this character is and the ethical and philosophical issues that the book seeks to address in a wider context. In this essay, the focus will be on the impact...
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Introduction John Bell Clayton's short story "The White Circle" delves into the complex psychological and social dynamics of childhood rivalry, jealousy, and the struggle for power. Set against the backdrop of rural America, the narrative centers around two boys, Tucker and Anvil, whose interactions unravel the deeper themes of morality, innocence, and the human propensity for cruelty. Through his nuanced...
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Introduction Ann Petry's novel, The Street, published in 1946, is a powerful and poignant depiction of the struggles faced by African Americans in urban settings during the mid-20th century. Set in Harlem, New York, the novel follows the life of Lutie Johnson, a single mother striving to create a better life for herself and her son amidst the socio-economic challenges...
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One of the most effective techniques Austen employs to elucidate her themes and develop her characters is the use of foils. A foil is a character who contrasts with another character, typically the protagonist, to highlight particular qualities and traits. In "Pride and Prejudice," the juxtaposition of characters such as Elizabeth Bennet and her sisters, Mr. Darcy and Mr. Wickham,...
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The Catcher in the Rye is a book that shares an experience of growing up, through the character of Holden Caulfield. Salinger could never have come up with a more intriguing setting as this one that subordinated and exaggerated the features of the protagonist, n, the course taker of the story. The events of the story take place in different...
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In To Kill a mocker, youngsters board an ingenious world wherever mysteries abound however very little exists to really cause them damage. Scout and foreign terrorist organization pay abundant of their time inventing stories regarding their reclusive neighbor Boo Radley, joyously scaring themselves before speeding to the secure, calming presence of their father, Atticus. because the novel progresses, however, the...
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Starr Carter is the main character in the book and movie The Hate U Give, from 2017 written by Angie Thomas. Starr is a sixteen-year-old high school student who spends her life divided between the lower-class, primarily black neighborhood of Garden Heights and Williamson Prep, a wealthy, primarily white school. Starr constantly feels pulled between two versions of herself: “Williamson...
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Maturity is gained when a person knows how to prioritise others before themselves. From “To kill a Mockingbird” the viewer is able to identify triggering events in which the main character, Scout, ventures through as she grows to maturity. Most of the novel is concerned with Scout's maturing, but it happens more through specific events than as a gradual process....
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The Catcher in the Rye, a coming-of-age story, highlights the complexities and dynamics of maturity versus adolescence. In this excerpt Salinger highlights the inquisitive nature of Holden, framing him as an observant individual who is still susceptible to the disillusionment of the world around him. He – in his perceptions - delves further than surface appearance and passes judgment on...
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From far and wide I welcome you all, your presence here today is a true testament to the leader we have lost. Friends, family, guests of honor, and our noble Governor Montano, today I invite you, not only to mourn the death of a brave, noble, and devoted man but, to celebrate a life well lived. Despite the unimaginable crimes...
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In my reading of Beowulf and The Saga of the Volsungs, there are themes throughout each of these readings that connect. The main theme that connects the two of these readings is the theme of revenge. Both of the books show different ways of having revenge as a theme as if it was for family or people they look up...
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“Growing up is a process where people started to think and act with maturity.” Everyone has different levels of maturity in themselves. Sammy, our protagonist from the short story “A&P” goes through a development of maturity through his actions and his thoughts. Updike reveals Sammy to be a cashier at A&P a grocery store in a small town. We first...
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Mr Charrington placed his battered old wig and spectacles on the bench in front of him. He sighed inaudibly as he jerked the seat towards him and sat down directly in front of the telescreen. It was quite obvious that he was no longer the same person. He then roused himself and sat up straighter as he turned the telescreen...
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In literature the inherent bildungsroman nature is somewhat ingrained within humanity. Haddon’s novel ‘The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time’ places a unique spin on this well-known rhetoric, conveying the protagonist as a 15-year-old autistic child undergoing a momentous stage of maturation. Haddon explores the difficulties of life with Asperger’s Syndrome within a unique 1st person narration. The...
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A Bildungsroman is considered a novel in which “regular development is observed in the life of the individual, with each of the stages having its intrinsic value and is at the same time the basis for a higher stage” (Boes, 2006). The Bildungsroman genre became popular and was spread during the Victorian era, when writers forged protagonists, such as Jane...
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A Hope in the Unseen is set in the city of Washington, D.C., in the 1990s, where Cedric Jennings works to elevate himself out of hardship as well as the pathway to attending Brown University. The book showcases Cedric’s accomplishments and failures along the way, centering on the strife that African Americans all over the world face when they strive...
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Throughout the 1950s life was very limited for African American women. They were racially discriminated against and classified as second-class. African American people were afraid to stand up for their rights, and the limited freedoms they had were lost. In the 1950’s colored people were mistreated and abused by white people because of their lower status. 'A Raisin in the...
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The American Dream has played a pivotal role in the aspirations of many Americans. Although the American Dream has been traditionally represented by the idealistic symbol of the “white picket fence”, the dream is perceived differently by different people. For many, this dream resides in the acquisition of money. However, for the characters in literary works such as A Raisin...
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Introduction In Lorraine Hansberry's seminal play, A Raisin in the Sun, the character of Beneatha Younger stands out as a multifaceted individual striving to define her identity amidst the socio-economic and racial challenges of mid-20th-century America. As the Younger family's younger daughter, Beneatha's journey is emblematic of the broader African American quest for self-actualization and cultural affirmation. Her character is...
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“It is immediate, it has dimension. It tells you what to think and blasts it in.” (Pg. 109). It is from this distressing situation that the true power of technology in society becomes apparent. Ray Bradbury’s novel Fahrenheit 451, a near-apocalyptic dystopia hidden from the public through technology, and Ridley Scott’s film Blade Runner, a cyberpunk film, set in an...
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The importance of this scene illustrates how truly innocent Desdemona is, innocent of the crime of adultery, which she has been wrongly accused, by her husband, Othello and innocent in regard to the ways of the world. If Desdemona doubts whether women are capable of cheating, this shows how distant she is from committing such an act. The whole scene...
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In everyday life, we can see that the concept of justice has a different meaning for everyone. In act three of The Crucible, we see how the meaning of justice is different depending on the character, time, and occasion. In this section, Arthur Miller will also show how it is possible to increase conflict quickly when people are scared. Judge...
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The word “leadership” can be defined in many different ways and each person has their own opinion of what a true leader is. A leader is someone loyal, admired by others, fearless, and has a positive impact on their peers and environment. In Virgil’s Aeneid, protagonist Aeneas exemplifies what it takes to be a leader and shows leadership throughout the...
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There are many existential questions that modern philosophers still have yet to answer. Some of these questions follow the question of Who am I? What is my purpose in life? How do I know what to believe? Many philosophers have spent their entire lives trying to answer these questions but none have been able to truly answer those questions before...
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'Most people do not really want freedom, because freedom involves responsibility, and most people are frightened of responsibility' Sigmund Freud. Society often allows the population to decide their own lifestyle. However, when making decisions, one must have responsibility, which is a difficult burden to withstand. People continue to hide behind their fears of responsibility which leads to a chaotic lifestyle....
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To Kill a Mockingbird is a story about race, equality contrast inequality, and morality. It is also about growing up and seeing cruelty and hypocrisy in an adult community. The novel takes place in a town called Maycomb in Alabama during the Great Depression. The novel is told by the main character Scout Finch. Scout lives with her father, her...
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When the word “feminist” comes to mind, people typically tend to think of a strong independent female. However, historically speaking, women have been portrayed as emotionally, weak and inferior to men. Until recently, women have been unable to shake off the image of “a damsel in distress” who is only ever capable of caring and loving. Even though Mary Shelley’s...
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The book, The Crucible by Arthur Miller is based on a true-life story in the year 1692. It shows how life back in the day was horrible because they had strict laws from the church and no laws to protect them in court. Now the people put new laws to protect the citizens in court. The reason that this happened...
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