The use of supernatural machinery is a prominent feature of many epics. Supernatural machinery is a must for an epic and Iliad is not devoid of this. Homer has used the Olympian gods and goddesses who take part in the poem separated into two parts. The most powerful gods and goddesses are equally balanced in the two groups such as Aphrodite and Apollo in support of the Trojans and Hera, Athena, and Hephaestus in support of the Achaeans. In the...
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Glaukon and Adeimantus, both of Plato's siblings, decided to investigate the superiority of justice. The second book of the Republic begins with Glaucon's competitiveness against the righteousness of Socrates. Glavko said that the multitude is usually limited and unwise and that justice is not the shell. Instead, justice is important (evaluated for useful issues). Glaukon talked about 'Gigov's bond' and showed justice at all fourth dimensions. Adeimantus has intensified the contestation of Glaucoman and said that the Synonyms/Hypernyms (Ordered by...
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Historiography refers to looking back on the historical writings and research of the Philippine Archipelago throughout Luzon to Mindanao during the Spanish period. Our historian's perspective mainly focuses on Filipino viewpoints through time. They expand their knowledge and provide the pillars of historical research and new interpretations of traditional literacy. The question wants to foresee the development of Philippine Historiography from the Pre-colonial to the Post-colonial period. In the pre-colonial era, the information are limited due to the lack of...
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The Equal Protection clause states that it will not “…. [D]eny any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws.” The clause is violated when someone is treated differently due to their race, ethnicity, or protected class. Throughout history, the Fourteenth Amendment Equal Protection Clause has been used to strike down state laws that promote inequality and discrimination. For instance, in Loving v. Virginia, the Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals held that a state law that prohibited interracial...
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Oedipus submits the deplorable demonstration of slaughtering his dad and wedding his mom. The sad occasions that follow appear to be well-suited discipline for this transgression. In any case, in Sophocles' Oedipus the King, Oedipus is simply 'an offspring of Fortune' (Sophocles, 1080), not liable for his wrongdoings since his destiny was resolved before birth. In endeavoring to dodge his destiny, Oedipus perpetrates his violations unconsciously. He comprehends the grievous idea of the violations told in the prescience so he...
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What is the great sports myth? What is the three-step process for validation of the great sports myth? And how does the great sports myth relate to you in this major? In other words, did the great sports myth have an effect on your major choice? Or a future career? If so how? If not how come? Finally, are our sports inherently pure and good? Examples. Sport is essentially pure & good, and its purity and goodness are transferred to...
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In the course of human interaction, it is common for people to disagree on things. This is because everyone has a way of doing things and a different line of thought, and therefore, there can be conflict from the various ideas brought about by people. In the workplace also, there is bound to be friction between people. More often than not, if this friction is not resolved, the company will suffer from conflict among the workers or the managers. It...
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Ethics has two objects. Firstly, ethics refers to well-founded requirements of right and wrong that set down what a person has to do, mainly in phrases of rights, obligations, advantages to society, fairness, or particular virtues. Ethics, for instance, refers to those standards that force the sensible obligations to refrain from rape, stealing, murder, assault, slander, and fraud. Ethical requirements also encompass those that enjoin virtues of honesty, compassion, and loyalty. And, moral standards encompass requirements pertaining to rights, such...
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In the modern context, the concept of ‘old’ and ‘new’ money is difficult for an average reader to understand. With a massive influx into the ranks of the hyper-rich by those who have gained their wealth through means like the Internet, values and perceptions of these concepts have drastically changed. Today's culture among developed nations romanticizes the concept of a ‘rags-to-riches’ story, a self-made person who makes their own fortune through hard work and entrepreneurial efforts. In the environment of...
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A crazy Wednesday morning in the coldest month of the year, yes you guessed it right January. 8 am class and coming out of bed was the hardest thing to do. Multiple alarms rang trying to help me get to the class but of no use. Multiple thoughts rushed into my mind, totally confused with reality and my dream world. I took some time to get back to my senses and realized that I was late for the class. On...
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It is often easy to suggest that ‘poetry makes a familiar world unfamiliar’ however, the world that the poet writes about is familiar to them. For example, Sylvia Plath’s poetry was highly influenced by her deteriorating mental health and her difficulty with relationships. The world that Plath’s poetry portrayed is a world that was familiar to her. Plath’s short book of poems ‘Ariel’ was a huge insight into how she viewed the world before her death, specifically her poem ‘Stings’....
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A series of expected events that are beyond a person’s control is defined as fate. Fate can lead us to exceptional or dreadful places, but running away from the outcome is impossible. In Oedipus Rex written by Sophocles, and translated by Dudley Fitts and Robert Fitzgerald, the character Oedipus is challenged with his fate. He encounters hurdles during his journey to find out the perpetrator of King Laios. Throughout the play, his fate is interpreted through different events in his...
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After having gone through the two weekly readings, I have gained a basic level of familiarity with the fundamental concepts and terms introduced in the readings. Based on my understanding, I have selected two topics – one each from the two weeks – wealth generation and opportunity costs, which I think are important concepts in managerial economics. I will be discussing them separately. First, I would like to discuss Wealth Generation. Wealth Generation: Wealth can be defined as a measure...
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Back to the Future is a science fiction movie released in 1985. This movie which became a blockbuster in the 80s, tells a story about Marty McFly that travels back to the past and future eras with his eccentric friend Dr. Brown. There are many things that become memorable in this movie such as the nostalgic moments in the past era to predictions of what 'future' technology will be from the present moment in this movie. There is also special...
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Brian’s winter is an entrance into the mind of a boy named Brian. Gary Poulsen is the author of this book and the reasoning behind why this book was written was because the book called Hatchet that Poulsen wrote was a very enjoyable and popular book., and fans loved the book so much that they wrote to his wife and they all asked for a new addition to the book and he wanted to connect it to the original book...
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Anne Dillard’s, “Living Like Weasels,” offers a statement all throughout the entire piece contrasting the behavior of weasels with the behavior that all individuals ought to attempt to live by. Ordinarily, one does not connect the weasel with being intelligent or a good example among different species, however, the effortlessness and startling quality of the creature in this setting is the thing that makes Dillard’s article so convincing and genuine. In the main sentence of the article, Dillard says that...
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Edgar Allan Poe is a famous American author. Poe wrote many famous poems such as “The Raven” and “Tell-Tale Hearts”. Poe’s poems are held in high regard today. He is seen as an amazing American author. Although many people believe that Poe’s mindset while writing poems was insane. Many things will be gone over in this research paper. Such as Poe’s life a few poems by him and his mindset. Almost none of Poe’s stories are light-hearted. Poe’s stories were...
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The novel My Brother Sam Is Dead, by James and Christopher Collier follows the life of a young boy named Tim Meeker, who is living during the Revolutionary War. His older brother Sam joins the Connecticut militia to fight with the Patriots. His father is extremely opposed to all war because of the death and destruction. Throughout the novel, readers gain an understanding of the horrors of war through the eyes of Tim as he loses both his father and...
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It’s a dark and stormy night, Margaret Murry tosses and turns in her attic bedroom. She is not able to fall asleep because she is engrossed in thoughts with all that seems wrong in her life: she feels like she doesn’t belong at school: her high school teachers have just threatened to drop her down a grade because of her poor academic performance: and to make matters worse, her father has been missing for several years and they have not...
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Mary Shelley’s novel, Frankenstein, is a timeless classic. It is an iconic work of literature that has been widely analyzed and discussed for nearly 200 years. In it, she tells the story of Victor Frankenstein and his creation, the monster. The distinction between Victor and his creation is often blurred as readers debate who is truly the real monster in this story. While Victor created the creature with an ambition to do good, he ultimately failed to take responsibility for...
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As someone with a strong passion for the healthcare industry, I have chosen to pursue a career in healthcare administration. This new career path has been incredibly rewarding and provides me with an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Healthcare administrators are integral to the functioning of hospitals, clinics, and other medical facilities, and their role is becoming more important as the industry evolves. With this new role, I am confident that I can help create sustainable...
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The nursing profession has been a cornerstone of healthcare for centuries. Yet, it has only recently been given due recognition as an essential part of the medical team. Nurses are on the front lines, providing care to patients in all areas of health care, from helping with admissions to offering comfort and support to patients in their time of need. In this essay, we will explore what draws people to the nursing profession, as well as some unique challenges they...
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There's nothing quite like feeling the sand beneath your toes and listening to the calming sound of waves crashing onto the shore. The beach is a place to relax, refresh, and enjoy nature at its finest. Let’s take a closer look at why visiting the beach can be such an enjoyable and calming experience. Let the Waves Wash Away Your Stress A beach is a place of fun and relaxation. It is the perfect getaway for people who want to...
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The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was not a result of the black civil rights leaders. This can be seen in Mark Rathbone’s work when he states that in recent years the PBS documentary series ‘eye on the prize’, which was broadcasted in 1987, shows a breakthrough in the transition, placing more focus on common citizens who took part in the civil rights revolution. Additionally, the National Rights Museum in Selma, Alabama, which, was opened in 1993, puts an emphasis...
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The movie ‘Dead Poets Society’ was set in 1959 in Vermont at an all-boys boarding school known as Welton Academy. In Peter Weir’s 1989 film, ‘Dead Poets Society’ touches on the relationship between Neil Perry and his father, where Neil’s true self was oppressed in his role as an obedient son. Following, human relationships have a complex nature, they present many challenges making it essential in the forming of an individual. Their father-son relationship continues to dissolve throughout the movie,...
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Hogg and Vaughan (2017) have observed that “social psychology offers a special perspective on human behavior”. Undoubtedly, studies have shown that it is within human behavior to be influenced by the presence of others. Milgram’s ‘Behavioral Study of Obedience’ (1963), highlights in particular the impact of social roles on behavior, i.e., obedience. Obedience can be defined as “the act or practice of obeying” (Collins English Dictionary, 2012). During World War II, it was estimated that around 6 million Jews were...
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It is unquestionably true that ‘the only good portrait is a realistic portrait’. This is because a realistic portrait conveys the subject’s distinctive and idiosyncratic features and can be used for propaganda purposes. This is noticeable both in the Renaissance and in the art of Ancient Rome. Therefore, it is beyond question that 'the only good portrait is a realistic portrait'. It is indisputable that 'the only good portrait is a realistic portrait'. This statement is evident in Ancient Roman...
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‘Legally Blonde’ is a 2001 American movie directed by Robert Luketic and starring such amazing actors as Reese Witherspoon, Luke Wilson, Selma Blair, Mathew Davis, and Victor Garber. This film is inspired by the book of Amanda Brown. It wasn't only a narrative about how a stereotypical girl was able to live and transcend her labels, it was also a story of friendship, happiness, and the goal of learning and better understanding oneself. This story starts with Elle Woods, a...
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The International Monetary Fund (IFM) and the World Bank (WB) are two of the biggest money lenders in the world. They are responsible for maintaining world peace through monitoring, bailing, building, and maintaining functional economies, managing world currencies, and exchange rates against the United States dollar. They have their own shortfalls in their endeavor to provide and sustain economies running. Blamed for availing funds to the non-functional economies like Greece. The World Bank keeps giving Greece loans to improve its...
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Love. A concept not understood by many, having not experienced it or felt it, it is often treated with relative skepticism and mixed feelings. I am in love. A profound, unexplainable, wild, enthusiastic feeling that streams through my veins – and stomach for that matter. The way to my heart is through my stomach. I love every aspect of food: the aromatic impact on the air; the incredible, creative colors and the numerous explosions on my taste buds. Be it...
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