'Much Ado About Nothing (1600) and Pride and Prejudice (1813), despite being published 200 years apart, present the challenges of women living in a patriarchal society. It could be said that Shakespeare and Austen chose to give women a voice through their female protagonists, in a society dominated by men. Beatrice expresses her defiance in a somewhat abrasive manner, whereas...
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Each parent has a limited measure of time, vitality, and cash to provide for every one of their youngsters. The mother in Walker's 'Regular-Use' is no special case to this standard. The mother, a dedicated single parent, satisfied both the man's and the lady's duties in the family unit. She did her best to think about her two little girls,...
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Societally, we are approaching a crossroads in terms of the rights of women -- one side leads back to a draconian patriarchal society, and the other leads towards a freer world. In her novel The Handmaidâs Tale, Margaret Atwood provides a glimpse of what the future may look like were we to choose the former. Atwoodâs use of different colors...
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Eager for any kind of improvement in their lives, the Black women supported their men in their struggle to find their way into mainstream society only to be left in the abyss of darkness. They met a similar fate when they supported the white womenâs struggle for equality. Both the factions it stood for mercilessly neglected the Black women, the...
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.... Mama is the personification of the super-ego. The reader judges and labels the personality of her two girls through her eyes because she is the story's narrator, and this is dependent on her own acquired morals. Maggie's self-conscious spurs Mama's superego to reject Dee's identity not because Dee is wicked or observant but because she's given up so much...
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The best-selling book series in history, Harry Potter, is known particularly for its impact on society and the generation who grew up on it. The author, J.K. Rowling, was praised for giving social, moral, and political inspiration to young readers all across the globe, teaching adolescents to grow up standing up against injustice in their worlds. Onlookers at the time...
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Introduction "The Pact" by Sampson Davis is a compelling memoir that recounts the lives of three young men from a disadvantaged neighborhood in Newark, New Jersey, who made a pact to support each other in achieving their dreams of becoming doctors. This essay provides a critical character analysis of Sampson Davis and examines his journey, personal attributes, and transformative growth...
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Violence suppressed in the protected walls of a house, murder carried out in the middle of the night, busted pop bottles, burned churches - all of this and more happens in the novel âThe Outsidersâ written by S. E. Hinton, where there are many tough guys, and the toughest one of them is Dallas Winston. Through Dallas, Hinton tried to...
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Along with the setting, Hawthorneâs use of symbolism contributes to the portrayal of the theme of loss of innocence. (1) This is evident as the characterâs names are used to symbolize innocence: The name Young Goodman Brown is symbolic of innocence, as âyoungâ refers to his youth, and âgoodmanâ refers to his good nature. He is also newly-wed, which adds...
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A hero is recognized to be a savior, to have characteristics that are considered hero-like, and to have achievements that are respectfully good. Dallas âDallyâ Winston appeared as one of the characters who went through much character development and encouraged character motivation. Dally is an example of having a dangerous background, but still being able to be considered as a...
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In Katherine Paterson's novel "Lyddie," the protagonist Lyddie Worthen embarks on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment as she navigates the challenges of working in a textile mill. This critical essay delves into the complex character traits that define Lyddie, examining her determination, resilience, sense of responsibility, and evolving understanding of independence. Thesis Statement Lyddie's character traits of determination, resilience,...
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Introduction King Arthur stands as one of the most iconic and enduring figures in literature, representing ideals of bravery, chivalry, and leadership. His portrayal in "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight" provides a multifaceted glimpse into his character, showcasing his bravery, decisiveness, and leadership qualities. King Arthur's Fearlessness and Decision-Making In "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight," King Arthur displays...
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Edmund, one of the main characters in William Shakespeare's 'King Lear' is complex. To some, he seems immoral, like a man missing his moral compass. To others, he seems clever, like a man set on finding success through illegitimate means. But in my eyes, I see him as a desperate man looking for closure through means of climbing the hierarchical...
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Introduction Jordan Baker, a prominent character in F. Scott Fitzgerald's "The Great Gatsby," embodies the complexities of the 1920s American social landscape. As a professional golfer and a symbol of modern womanhood, Jordan captures the essence of the Jazz Ageâan era marked by unprecedented economic prosperity, cultural upheaval, and a shifting social fabric. Her personality is intricately woven into the...
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Introduction Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice" is renowned for its intricate character portrayals and dynamic interactions. Set in the early 19th century, the novel offers a satirical exploration of the British landed gentry through its protagonist, Elizabeth Bennet, and her evolving relationship with Mr. Darcy. The characters in "Pride and Prejudice" are not merely vehicles for the plot but are...
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The Harlem Renaissance was a period in which female African Americans could educate society on the gender inequality of this era and discuss the importance of individuality through their works. Many of these pieces still serve as a tool for people today to learn about the oppression of women during this time. In the 1937 novel Their Eyes Were Watching...
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Antigone as a character within Jean Anouilhâs modern re-creation of Sophoclesâs Greek classic, âAntigoneâ, is surrounded by ambiguity. Within Sophoclesâs version, Antigone is presented with clear, rational, and understandable motives for defying Creon and the oppressive state in which he struggles to uphold. However, unlike Sophocles, Anouilh teaches us nothing of Antigoneâs motivations and instead creates a depiction of an...
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'Our truest life is when we are in dreams awake.' -Henry David Thoreau Henry David Thoreau, an American naturalist and renowned poet, said that, when we truly realize what we want, find it, and consciously live it, we find our truest life and are awake in our dreams. In the book Santiago also found his truest life. The dream played...
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The book, Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen, is a romantic novel of 1813 in which, Austen charts the emotional development of the heroine- Elizabeth Bennet. The book provides insight into the disastrous effects of having excessive pride and prejudice and distinguishes between being indispensable and secondary. This book contains several important characters, but some characters have the role of...
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A war can set back many things in life and can come out of nowhere and destroy everything you love. In 1979 a revolution had happened called âthe Islamic Revolutionâ. Changing many lives and setting back everyone from the life they once had. Marjane Satrapi is the main character of the book of Persepolis. Marjane was very young but she...
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Back in the 1960s, an African American woman by the name of Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on the bus to a White male to bring awareness to racial equality. Although this was against the law at the time and caused one of the biggest political controversies known to date, Rosa Parks stood up for her own...
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Could you imagine being accused of committing a crime because of your culture? Global issues are problems that are known to affect people on a large scale globally. The issue of how cultural bias can impact the actions of a person is brought up in the play, The Crucible, by Arthur Miller, and the podcast Serial, produced by Sarah Koenig....
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Introduction George Orwell's "Animal Farm" is a nuanced allegory that delves into the complexities of power, control, and social dynamics. Within this microcosm of society, Clover, a diligent and motherly cart horse, serves as a crucial character whose development reflects the broader themes of the novel. As a representation of the proletariat, Clover embodies the working class's endurance and vulnerability...
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If we were to combine strong leadership with strong workers, what could we achieve? It has been proven time and time again, that we as a human race have the capacity to stand up against times of crisis. Whether it be famine, hunger, or natural disasters, time and time again have we seen humanity stand firm together in times of...
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Democracy gives one many rights, but when they are taken away; it creates a system where the only people prospering are the ones making the laws. Animal Farm is a symbolic novella by George Orwell. It is a story about the evolution of Communism in Russia, with each animal representing a different social class of that time period. Benjamin is...
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Human beings have a wide array of distinct behaviors. And with regards to their conduct, it is contingent on numerous aspects. Their behavior is a mix of superficial facts inclusive of age and health; mental and physical, and deep-level characteristics, for instance, beliefs, ethics, perspective, personality, upbringing, life experiences with family, friends, and in general people. Every minuscule element has...
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The reason or reasons for which Meursault accepts his death at the conclusion of 'The Stranger' are many and they are complex. To argue that he accepted his death for the truth suggests that he saw some benefit to the world by staying true to himself. As a textbook example of an existentialist, however, Meursault does not believe that any...
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In literature, there exist various representations of the hero protagonist, each with its own set of notable characteristics. In certain cases, the qualities that the hero protagonists display tend to deviate from those of the general hero archetype that is usually adhered to. Within the realm of dramatic tragedies, there exist protagonists classified as tragic heroes. In his â'Poetics'â, the...
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William Shakespeare's Tempest is loaded with relationships between the characters. When looking at these relationships, his tragic-comedy has much more depth and you realize how intricately woven his writing is. Dramatic techniques are used to show the power struggle on which some relationships are based. One relationship with a disparity between the power one possesses in comparison with another in...
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Have you ever wondered what makes people change how they can go from nice to mean, mean to nice? In âLord of the Fliesâ, William Golding is trying to teach us that people change when put under server circumstances like how in the book the boys are stranded on an island with no adults. While Piggy and Simon are not...
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