Joker, one of the most controversial films of 2019, is based on the life of a man named Arthur Fleck, who lives with his mother and takes on the role of a husband and a son. He has a condition in which he laughs involuntarily but that happens when he sees societal failures and instead of crying he laughs. The...
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Introduction William Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night" remains a timeless piece that continues to captivate audiences with its intricate exploration of themes such as love, identity, and societal norms. Written in the early 17th century, this comedy intertwines mistaken identities and romantic entanglements, crafting a narrative that reveals the complexity of human emotions and social constructs. The play's enduring relevance is rooted...
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It is she for whom men compete, and possessing her is the clearest sign that one has made it into that magical world. The male bias within American literature leads the reader to sort of equate the experience of being American to being male, whereas the quintessential American dream is betrayed by women. America is female, yet to be American...
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Introduction Edgar Allan Poe’s short story, “The Cask of Amontillado,” is an intricate exploration of human conflict, both external and internal. Set during the carnival season, the story follows the protagonist, Montresor, as he exacts revenge on Fortunato for an undisclosed insult. Through rich symbolism and a meticulously crafted narrative, Poe delves into the psyche of a narrator driven by...
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Shakespeare's characters Mercutio and the Nurse are both sources of comedy in the tragic play of Romeo and Juliet. They illustrate comedy in the way Mercutio makes fun of his death as well as the Nurse's inappropriate jokes and lack of education. Mercutio uses a mixture of witty wordplay and dark humor as a source of comedy. Mercutio's 'Queen Mab'...
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A Raisin In The Sun took place in the South side of Chicago between 1940 and 1960. During this period, a large number of African Americans migrated from the South to Chicago in search of a better living condition and new jobs, which resulted in many housing and race problems in the state. Since white people wanted to prevent African...
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'Madeline is a mother figure who returns from the grave to punish Usher-Poe for deserting her and for having incestuous desires; Roderick is the artist who must destroy himself to create; the entire story is a symbolic enactment of the Apocalypse according to Poe.' 'Compare how the theme of dysfunctional families is presented in 'Frankenstein' by Mary Shelley and in...
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The town’s hollow adherence to religion is another form of deceit explored. Christ's imagery, such as God abandoning the village is shown through the bishop, “the bishop didn’t get off his boat,” (15) but despite this he is still idolized by the town. Angela Vicario is another example of this deceit as she was always thought of as a saint,...
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As demonstrated in the film and novel, President Snow is seen to have ultimate power over Katniss. But does he? 2012 Hunger Games written by Suzanne Collins and directed by Gary Ross, highlights many visual and language techniques that express control and division. By comparing and analysing both the text and film three key scenes demonstrated this theme. The book...
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Andy Fickman’s film, She’s the Man (2006) is a modern adaptation of William Shakespeare’s play, Twelfth Night (1602). Shakespeare wrote Twelfth Night around the 17th century, Whereas Andy Fickman’s film She’s the Man is based around the 21st century in a school-based theme. While Andy Fickman’s film shares a lot of similarities with Shakespeare’s play, it also has some differences....
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Bram Stoker’s novel, Dracula was written during the late nineteenth century and is commonly classified as a horror novel. Further analysis, has brought to light the buried symbols and themes of sexuality that the novel holds within it. As Dracula was set in Victorian culture, it is shown to encompass all the beliefs and prejudices of the society, especially regarding...
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In all aspects of life, the past is different from the present. Whether that be the way we talk, the way we dress, the way we travel, or the way we learn, it can be agreed upon by everyone that things have changed. The way we interpret things has changed as well. When studying the tragic play that is Oedipus...
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Between Agamemnon by Aeschylus, Hippolytus by Euripides, and Oedipus the King by Sophocles, the latter is one of the best plays that I enjoy the most. The author of this story pars the excellence of Greek tragedy the most and this piece is the summit of playwrights. The play narrates about King Oedipus of Thebes who notices that he killed...
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The Things They Carried By Tim O’Brien: Quotations The Things They Carried “The things they carried were largely determined by necessities” (O’Brien 2). “They carried all they could bear, and then some, including a silent awe for the terrible power of the things they carried” (O’Brien 7). “They carried their own lives. The pressures were enormous” (O’Brien 15). “They carried...
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Look in the mirror and what do you see? What identifies you as a person? Is there an underlying truth about your identity that you are unconscious of? Who do you let influence your appearance and beliefs? The truth is, every external and internal factor in our lives can make up who we are, they only can control us if...
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Many people have questioned the importance and production of dystopian novels, along with the overall reality and impact it has on today’s society. However to grasp the true importance of dystopian novels, one must know what the term dystopian means. Most people refer to dystopias as a utopia gone wrong, a utopia is an imagined place or society in which...
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Dystopian Literature's function stems from the fear that a utopic change can cause a dystopian future. Novels such as Orwell’s “1984” and Atwood’s “The Handmaid’s Tale” present this concern over the present of their novel’s time but also for the present of modern readers. Both Atwood and Orwell reflect the conditions of their time in their creations of totalitarian governments....
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The story is about the Usher family and it arises by the narrator visits his childhood friend who needs his help as he is sick. He describes the house as ancient and broken down and there lived Roderick and Madeline who seem to be mad. Madeline gets ill and doctors answer with no cure for this disease soon Roderick tells...
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Introduction Edgar Allan Poe’s "The Fall of the House of Usher" is a cornerstone of Gothic literature, a genre characterized by its exploration of horror, decay, and the supernatural. Central to this narrative is the unnamed narrator, whose perspective shapes the reader's understanding of the events that unfold. The narrator's role is multifaceted: he serves as an observer, confidant, and,...
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Introduction Edgar Allan Poe's "The Fall of the House of Usher" remains a seminal work in the Gothic fiction genre, renowned for its exploration of psychological and supernatural themes. Central to the story's enduring impact are its characters, who serve as conduits for the narrative's eerie atmosphere and complex psychological undercurrents. The enigmatic figure of Roderick Usher, his twin sister...
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In life, countless lessons can be learned. Some of these are from mistakes and others victories, but these lessons may also be called themes. In almost every book ever written one of these lessons/themes may be found. In literature, some of the most known themes are love conquers all, the good will always prevail, or lying gets you nowhere, but...
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In one of Maya Angelou’s books, I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, the personal struggles of an African American child and woman are brought to life through poetic works. Angelou’s writing sheds glaring light on themes of feminine power, beauty, and perseverance, raising the African American Woman to a pedestal that demands respect and adoration. Throughout Angelou’s life, she...
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We live in a society where we have the freedom to voice our opinions and have control of our own lives. If that was one day taken away from us by a superior power the people would revolt against an inhumane leadership. In the dystopian futures of the films The Matrix and The Hunger Games, several scenes portray the oppression...
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Sophocles' Oedipus is one of the most notable unfortunate heroes throughout the entire existence of drama. His weird destiny drives him to heartbreaking ruin that leaves both the peruser and the crowd feeling sincerely influenced. As indicated by the meaning of the Greek thinker, Aristotle, Oedipus' problematic story qualifies him as a lamentable hero. Oedipus is the epitome of Aristotle's...
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In my presentation today, I will be first speaking as a judge who will introduce Maya Angelou’s lawyer who will be played by me after the introduction from the judge. Ladies and gentlemen of the court, today’s hearing will be on the charges made by Maya Angelou against a group of men who have been accused of the mental abuse...
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In this excerpt, Othello is watching Desdemona sleep and repeatedly telling himself that he has to go through with killing her. Othello uses the pronouns “i” and “me” to show that he is taking credit for all he is going to do. He will not state what his reason is but promises to not ruin her beautiful skin by cutting...
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On November 15, 1959, in the humble community of Holcomb, Kansas, four individuals from the Clutter family were viciously murdered. This famous novel was written by American Novelist Truman Capote. The main characters in the novel are Perry Smith, Dick Hickock and the Clutter family. The Clutters were pure, loving people, although there is some naivety in their purity. The...
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The Odyssey, translated by Fagles, is about a hero facing life-threatening challenges to return home to his kingdom and family after his victory during the Trojan war. Beowulf, which is translated by Seamus Heaney, is about a god-like warrior fighting against all evil. In both stories, the protagonist's epic heroism is explored, and throughout the reading, contradictions and conflicting heroic...
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The Hunger Games movie is a love story about a lady from a district known to be poor who volunteered to replace her sister in the Hunger Games in which the participants had to fight to death in the capital city of a country. Every year in the North American ruins, the twelve districts are forced by the evil country’s...
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Karl Marx, a German philosopher, believed in two dividing classes in a capitalistic society: the proletariat and the bourgeoisie. He emphasized that the bourgeoisie is the ruling class or oppressors and the proletariats are the working class or the oppressed. To maintain this power structure, they exploit the working class to maintain revenue. The novel, The Hunger Games, takes place...
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