Introduction Life is often compared to a theatrical play, a stage where individuals enact myriad roles, each contributing to the grand narrative of existence. This perspective, encapsulated in the metaphor "all the world's a stage," famously articulated by William Shakespeare, emphasizes the performative aspects of human life. From birth to death, individuals engage in various roles, embodying the duality of...
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In both Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl and Oscar Wilde's The Importance of Being Earnest, webs of deceit are spun through various characters misrepresenting the truth. Gender is frequently used as a tool to advance the characters' ability to deceive, or in some cases, hinder it. Both authors use these two key themes to develop their contrasting storylines, one being a...
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Wilde views honesty as a crucial, underrated societal value and in turn, shows the hypocrisy of those who display contradicting actions in this play. An exemplary quote is that from Cecily stating, “ “I don’t [believe him.] But that does not affect the wonderful beauty of his answer”. In this scene Algernon defends himself and even though Cecily does not...
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Thesis statement: Wilde tries to prove that idealism in and of itself is useless, and can be based on utter nonsense. This can be supported by how Victorians are often portrayed as having the outward forms of virtue, but ignoring the basis of virtue. At the beginning of Act II, Cecily wishes not to receive the education Miss Prism offered...
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The importance of Being earnest by Oscar Wilde is a play that portrays some of the experiences he was facing before his imprisonment. Specifically, through the characters Jack and Algernon who were some of the main characters in the story. Jack Worthing, also known as Earnest John Worthing, is differently expressed within the story. He and Algernon are into ‘bunburying’...
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The Prologue of Invisible Man presents the significant subjects that characterize the remainder of the novel. The illustrations of imperceptibility and visual impairment take into consideration an assessment of the impact of prejudice on the person in question and the culprit. Since the storyteller is dark, whites won't consider him to be a real, three-dimensional individual; thus, he depicts himself...
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In Joseph Campbell’s A Hero With A Thousand Faces, he establishes a universal system in which to prove that every hero story is the same story...The Monomyth. Campbell’s seventeen-step method can compare any work from any period. The seventeen steps are broken down into three different sections to organize the different parts of a hero’s journey. As we soon shall...
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This issue has been escalated by technological and economic change. The jobs today have changed exponentially, leaving many questions about whether job advancements are even purposeful to our future. Technology has changed everything; social structures and even our capabilities. Since the release of ‘Terminator’ in the 80s, our generation has embodied the fear of what machines may do to us,...
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In regular family life, there is often a lack of communication between parents and their children or between siblings. Although parental love is always present, children often misunderstand or are unaware of their parent's love for them. This misunderstanding usually happens with the father’s love because of the difference of approach taken. Fathers often try to keep their strong figure...
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Exploring the role of ethics, morality, and philosophy in the expression of human behavior in Dostoevsky's Crime and Punishment and Camus' The Outsider. It is commonly found that the personal desires of characters in literature do not align with 'rational' or 'moral' requirements for behavior, with friction deriving from this misalignment in the resolution of what it means to act...
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Trueblood used his incest story to his advantage by sharing it with white people such as Mr.Norton because he is rewarded rather than condemned. Mr.Norton hands Trueblood one hundred dollars after hearing the story, and this is an interesting moment because the reward symbolizes a sense of support, but Mr.Norton is introduced as a sincere and kind man. One reason...
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Even though “Fight Club” evokes somewhat mixed feelings among many viewers, a few years after the premiere, the film was recognized as one of the most outstanding pictures of our time and rallied around an army of ardent fans who preached Tyler Durden’s philosophy. 'Fight Club' was created based on the novel of the same name by Chuck Palahniuk, published...
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Title: Invisible Man Author: Ralph Ellison Publication Date: April 14, 1952 Memorable Quotes Quote + Explanation “Suddenly I lay shaking with anger. It was no good. I thought of young Emmerson. What if he’d lied out of some ulterior motive of his own? Everyone seemed to have some plan for me, and beneath that, some more secret plan. What was...
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In a piece of writing in a 1907 trouble of Atlantic Monthly, John Corbin quoted Edmund Stedman, who proclaimed a literary statement of independence for American drama: 'Quote boldly, then, I prophesy the sunrise of the American drama; and pretty confidently, too, for the drama has already dawned.' Decrying the exhaustion of the European-prompted melodrama, Corbin applauded dramas with the...
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What if, you woke up in a black, cold metal box? You have no recollection of any memories of anything except your first name. Not your last name, not your friends, not even your family. But thinking that you are there to help solve the problem they haven't been able to figure out for years on end. In James Dashner’s...
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A recurring theme in with story that is prevalent in not only Sonny’s life but Parker’s as well is darkness. Darkness within the story is symbolized as a menace. Baldwin focuses on whether a person should be conventional in making decisions for their life, or if they should follow their desires and do what they feel is right for themselves....
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The movie opens up with our Narrator in a cold sweat with the barrel of a gun down his mouth armed by a man to whom we haven’t been introduced at this point in the film. An insomniac automobile recall specialist, he finds euphoria attending support groups where he pretends to be afflicted with various medical diseases. Attending public support...
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In the first part of Albert Camus’ The Stranger, we discover that Meursault is an ordinary man who works as a clerk in the shipping industry. He is satisfactory at his job, but not extraordinary. Each day Meursault does the bare minimum at his workplace (just enough to get by). In the second part of the novel, Meursault is arrested...
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At present, most of the people from all around the world have become lazy. That is why, they search for some sort of recreational components which do not require any kind of physical effort. Because of this, watching various kinds of TV series and TV dramas has become one of the most amusing mediums for people. Previously, only American and...
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Unfortunately, I did not get to attend a live performance. My fiancé and I both agree that the performance we watched would have been great live. I chose to watch a Chinese Dance-drama play called Confucius performed by the China National Opera and Dance-drama Theater. I haven't watched any dance dramas in my lifetime, so I had no idea what...
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Introduction Neil Gaiman's "Coraline" is not merely a children's book but a complex narrative that intricately weaves elements of the hero's journey into its storyline. The hero's journey, a concept popularized by Joseph Campbell, outlines a universal pattern of adventure and transformation that protagonists undergo. In "Coraline," the young protagonist embarks on a journey that challenges her courage, wit, and...
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Introduction John Steinbeck’s novella Of Mice and Men is a poignant exploration of the harsh realities faced by itinerant workers during the Great Depression. Central to the narrative is the theme of violence, which emerges as a consequence of conflicts both internal and external. The novella exemplifies how these conflicts, fueled by economic hardship, social isolation, and unfulfilled desires, drive...
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Identity is a mysterious entity. One may believe that identity is a solid and unchanging entity, but Doctor Strange shows that one’s identity is much more complex than one may believe. The film uncovers the profound transformation of the identity of the main character, who turns from a gifted doctor to a handicapped and ultimately to a superhero. Profound changes...
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Introduction The concept of the Hero's Journey, a narrative framework popularized by Joseph Campbell, is a pervasive storytelling structure found across cultures and time. In George Lucas's 1977 film, "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope," this archetype is vividly illustrated through the character of Luke Skywalker. The Hero's Journey, or the monomyth, outlines a hero's adventure from the...
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In Palahniuk’s debut novel, Fight Club, characterization plays a crucial role in conveying a message about the emasculation of men by consumer culture. This is perceived as the upper class using superficial products to achieve satisfaction that lacks spiritual meaning. With this, the novel also reflects how certain experiences and values allow one to self-assess life and use their hardships...
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Introduction The narrative structure of "The Lion King" is rich with elements that mirror Joseph Campbell's monomyth, commonly known as the hero's journey. This classical structure, which Campbell elucidates in his seminal work "The Hero with a Thousand Faces," describes a universal pattern found in myths and tales across cultures. In the context of "The Lion King," this journey is...
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In many cultures heroism is defined very differently, for example in Christianity a hero is considered helping those in need and putting others before yourself. Beowulf and Anglo-Saxon culture relate in a lot of aspects, such as loyalty and bravery. They both show this type of similarity at many points throughout the story. Beowulf shows his bravery when he is...
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Created by Michael DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko and aired from the year 2005 until 2008, Avatar: The Last Airbender is an animated American television series. This series is imbued with a fantastic storyline, filled with compelling characters, and is beloved by viewers of all age groups. It may seem like just an animated story, existing to entertain its audience but...
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It is astounding to consider the controversy a mere 53 pages were able to garner among literary critics. Not only replete with complicated syntax and complex diction, Joseph Conrad’s Heart of Darkness is a text that consistently contradicts itself, condemning imperialism while simultaneously celebrating racist perceptions of Africa. As a result, it is difficult to make sense of Marlow’s physical...
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What are some common themes and characteristics of postmodernism that occur in two texts that you have studied in this unit so far? Whatever texts you choose, make sure that you have read, listened to, or watched them in their entirety! For example, you might choose a movie and a poem or two movies. Also, consider how someone else might...
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