Within Franz Kafka's The Metamorphosis, the reader is firstly conditioned only to see the metamorphosis that Gregor undergoes when he wakes up as a verminous bug. However, are there more metamorphoses within the story that need careful consideration and understanding of the way they change the meaning of the story once realized? Throughout this essay, the different metamorphoses present in...
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The film Othello, directed by Oliver Parker and made in 1995 is an adaptation of Shakespeare's play that was written in the early 1600s. The film takes on several of Shakespeare’s strong recurring themes of love and tragedy. Othello also touches on other imperative themes that are still prominent in the world today, including class and rank in society, racism,...
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Just after the Civil War, a mother grapples with her tortured slave past and the emotional effects of her behavior stemming from it. That is just about all that will be revealed here about the plot of Beloved. The reason is that the story of Beloved, as directed by Academy Award winner Jonathan Demme (The Silence of the Lambs, Philadelphia)...
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Ophelia and Gertrude are the only two female characters in the play Hamlet by William Shakespeare. In the play, Gertrude is the mother of protagonist Hamlet, and Ophelia is the love interest of Hamlet. In many ways, Ophelia is similar to Gertrude. They seem to be the same person at different stages of their lives. Along with similarities, they both...
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Introduction Tennessee Williams' The Glass Menagerie, first performed in 1944, remains one of the most studied plays in American literature, renowned for its delicate balance between illusion and reality. The play is a "memory play," a term coined by Williams himself, where the past is reconstructed through the unreliable lens of memory, shaping the narrative's form and content. This essay...
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In the book, The Handmaid’s Tale, many topics from a global aspect are satirized. Atwood uses satire within the book to help shed light on issues that our society, as well as many others, are facing. There are issues about, feminism, gender roles, gender stereotypes, and political gain. Within this essay, there will be a greater understanding of political increase...
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In this essay, I'm going to write about how Katniss’s role in her family affects her behavior in the games by giving examples from the novel The Hunger Games (2008), written by Suzanne Collins, and finishing the essay with a conclusion. The novel The Hunger Games (2007), written by Suzanne Collins has its main character Katniss Everdeen who is only...
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Introduction Shirley Jackson's "The Lottery," first published in 1948, remains one of the most haunting and thought-provoking short stories in American literature. Its depiction of a seemingly idyllic small-town ritual that culminates in a shocking act of violence serves as a profound commentary on the human capacity for barbarism under the guise of tradition. The story's unsettling nature lies in...
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The Things They Carried is a collection of metafiction short stories written in 1990 by Tim O’Brien. It was about a platoon fighting in the Vietnam War, in the book he talks about his experiences as a soldier. In one of his stories “The Sweetheart of the Song Tra Bong,” he talks about how Mary Anne, Mark Fossies girlfriend, transformed...
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Blindness is a physical state or condition of being unable to see, however, it can also be described mentally as a lack of perception, lack of awareness, or ignorance in judgment. In Shakespearean terms regarding this play, blindness is deemed as a mental flaw rather than a physical impairment. The most prominent theme in this play is the theme of...
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Abstract Critical appraisal of articles in the vet profession is vital for the learning of those in the vet profession, in order to identify critical mistakes in articles that are used to fund the wider knowledge of veterinarians. It is also important to know what a positive article looks like and how most articles from reliable authors are helpful, informative,...
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Introduction The "Harry Potter" series, written by J.K. Rowling, has become a cultural phenomenon since the release of the first book in 1997. The series, spanning seven books, has captivated millions of readers across the globe, transcending age, culture, and language barriers. Its impact on popular culture is undeniable, but it also invites critical examination concerning its themes, character development,...
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The television adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s short story ‘The Final Problem’ is a modern retelling of the traditional narrative in which both the storyline and characters are appropriated into new contexts. Sherlock’s ‘The Reichenback Fall’ provides a fresh interpretation of the storyline, making it accessible and relevant for viewers today. This has been expressed in the three major...
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Origin? This one word has teased the minds of some of the greatest thinkers and scientists for as long as has been recorded. Despite many great revelations among these brilliant minds the answer still seems to be just behind the next great discovery. Will we ever know where we come from? can we know? further is it just an illusion...
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In the novel Divergent, it tells about a dystopian society and how they separate each other into five factions, the factionless, and a wall. These five factions all have different role and a different way of life. Dauntless are the brave and fearless, Abnegation is selfless, Candor is the honest, Erudite is smart, and Amity is the nature lover. They...
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The Yellow Wallpaper written by Charlotte Perkins Gilman in 1892 expresses the severity of the suffering people encounter behind closed doors regarding mental illnesses and the factors that affect this. The short story follows a young woman and her diary entries as she documents her journey suffering from post-partum depression. During this time, she becomes increasingly obsessed with the wallpaper...
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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix is a turning point in the series’ storyline wherein the themes get increasingly darker and more serious. Harry Potter is famous for defeating the dark wizard, Voldemort when he was a baby after Voldemort killed Harry’s parents. Voldemort disappeared and Harry went to live with his aunt and uncle in a non-magical...
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Introduction Yann Martel's Life of Pi is a profound narrative that intricately weaves together themes of survival, faith, and the human spirit. At its core, the novel addresses the protagonist Pi Patel's quest for spiritual fulfillment and his desire to love God, irrespective of religious boundaries. Pi's journey is not merely a physical ordeal but an existential exploration that challenges...
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When being put to the ultimate challenge of life, it is often questioned whether individuals are meant to remain ethical. In extreme cases of survival, it is typically found that humans will do whatever it takes in order to survive, as an individual's will to survive is more prominent than their display of morals and beliefs. Yann Martel’s story The...
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Throughout Shakespeare's 'Much Ado About Nothing,' Benedick's personality changes dramatically. He is described at the beginning of the play as dull and empty, with no intentions of finding love. This changes drastically throughout the book, and he is known as a humorous, kind-hearted person that has people's trust, and we learn this from his relationships with others. Benedict is one...
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Death of a Salesman is a play written by Arthur Miller in 1949. The play focuses on the last 24 hours of the main character, Willy Loman's life. It also shows flashbacks which include memories that Willy has experienced. In this essay, I will analyze the main themes along with the structure of the play and how the characters are...
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In this last passage of the novel Things Fall Apart, Chinua Achebe declares that stories told from an outside perspective that neglects to delve into the culture are often incorrect. The actions and events within a culture can be easily misunderstood without full understanding. It is important to note how the last paragraph is written from the District Commissioners’ point...
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The Salem Witch Trials come to life on stage when paranoia, hysteria, and deceit grip this Puritan town. The play, The Crucible has overarching themes of truth, respect, and redemption. It is clear that truth matters less than reputation, while respect outweighs redemption. The Crucible frames truth, respect, and redemption respectively within three topics: to begin, God needs men on...
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Introduction George Orwell's "Animal Farm" is a profound allegory that explores the dynamics of power and corruption. Within this narrative, Mollie, the vain and self-indulgent mare, serves as a symbol of the bourgeois class that resists revolutionary change. Her character provides a critical lens through which Orwell examines the complexities of societal transformation. Despite her seemingly minor role, Mollie's actions...
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A proverb is an originally popular phrase, which has been repeated among people in a society to express a moral thought, advice, or lesson. In Achbe's novel, there are numerous proverbs that reveal the cultural values of the Igbo people, proverbs that represent ideas, or others that provide the point of view on a particular subject. The figure of the...
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The book I chose and read throughout the duration of this quarter was Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart, an incredible story of the chronicles of pre-life colonization of Nigeria and the arrival of Europeans, that would change Nigeria for years to come. It can't be expressed enough how much I enjoyed this reading experience and finding joy and sorrow in...
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In the play, “Death of a Salesman,” Arthur Miller uses a number of literary devices to convey his overarching messages to the audience. His symbolism in particular allows him to shape the themes of this story by repeatedly emphasizing their importance throughout the duration of the play. In this play, Arthur Miller uses a number of symbols pertaining to Willy,...
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In the book, Things Fall Apart, the author, Chinua Achebe, embedded many traits of the Nigerian Ibo people. Achebe blended an abundance of themes to create a detailed characterization of the primitive clan of Umofia. Two powerful themes presented in this novel include parallelisms and gender roles. Parallelisms Within Things Fall Apart, there were numerous examples of parallelisms. The religion...
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Appearances often hide reality is a significant part of the play, revealing the tragedy in which the characters must cloak up their nature, indicating things are not always as they seem. The reality of someone can be changed depending on their desires and ambitions. Shakespeare presents appearance as a visual outforward form of what we see, where reality is what...
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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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