I am writing to seek your help in resolving a problem that we are experiencing at work. It is a problem that is causing us some concern and that we have been unable to solve without bringing it to your attention. Scott Wells has spoken to Richard McKay, Peter Carver has spoken to Jeremy Needs, and Daniel Pinney has E-mailed David Ody, But no one is doing anything about this or given us a reply that makes sense that it...
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In their writings, Smith and Williams use the traditional English language. The traditional English language is denoted by words that are outdated today and which are never used anymore. The use of the traditional English language is representative of the fact that Smith and Williams were individuals who grew up in the English culture and hence, their writing was greatly influenced by their language and a great background of what they knew. Their language was also influenced by some native...
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The Renaissance had an influence on many famous works of art and literature. Modernity and the Renaissance caused a rebirth and increase of individualism alongside an intellectual movement. Two literature pieces that were influenced include the work of Niccolò Machiavelli’s The Prince and Martin Luther’s, Address to The Nobility of the German Nation; as well as the following works of art: Pieter Bruege’s, Massacre of the Innocents. First off, Machiavelli’s The Prince was considered one of the first works of...
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Literary analysis Married people having affairs is viewed as an immoral act in many cultures and societies. It’s viewed like that because it’s often something that can destroy families and relationships. However, in “The Storm” Kate Chopin demonstrates that an affair is not a very bad thing, perhaps it could even be a good thing depending on the circumstances. In “The Storm the main theme that sticks out is. That people get their fulfillment through the wrong means when they’re...
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Just after the World War, in 1919 the League of Nations was formed, at the Paris Peace Conference where all the world`s leading statesmen met to formulate a program aimed at establishing and promoting everlasting international peace and to ensure such world atrocities such as the first World War does not repeat again. Stated in article 10 of the league covenant declares that ‘The members of the league undertake to respect and preserve as against external aggression the territorial integrity...
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According to Howbawm, a crucial event is a significant moment in time that had a lasting impact on society, moreover, these defining moments affect the way people interpret the world around them. For example, in retrospect, the diverse individuals Hobsbawm uses in his introduction speak about the 20th century in terms of crucial events; Holocaust concentration camps, women’s rights movements, world wars, technological improvements, etc. Although these crucial events have the power to affect some directly and others indirectly, the...
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What do you first think of when hearing the word Shakespeare? When I hear Shakespeare, I think of the greatest playwright of all time and an actor. But also all the stereotypes that come with it such as how boring his plays are, and hard to understand. But believe me, after studying Shakespeare for over a term now, I have come to learn his language and show an interest in his plays. He has given me a personal understanding and...
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Adaptation Is a change or the process of change by which an organism or species becomes better suited to its environment. In biology, adaptation has three related meanings. Firstly, it is the dynamic evolutionary process that fits organisms to their environment, enhancing their evolutionary fitness. Secondly, it is a state reached by the population during that process. Thirdly, it is a phenotypic trait or adaptive trait, with a functional role in each individual organism, that is maintained and has evolved...
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The Iliad by Homer showcases the god's obsession with controlling humans for their own personal gain. The Iliad centers around the Trojan War which legend has it that was started because Paris, a prince of Troy, had to choose who was the most beautiful out of three goddesses, Hera, Aphrodite, and Athena. Paris was given gifts to sway his decision from the goddesses and he rewarded Helen from Aphrodite who was Menelaus’ wife. This led to Menelaus waging war on...
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While I enjoyed all the poems and stories we have read in class. The one that really stood out to me is Oedipus the King. The poem is very enjoyable to read and has many lessons about life. Unlike too many readers, I think Oedipus was a hero, of course, he was unfortunate in the eyes of the Gods. He forces the question to discover the truth about him and about the murderer of King Louis to save his people....
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There are two types of libertarianism: consequentialist and right. The consequentialist libertarians don’t follow the rules, but they do what they think is right. While right libertarians follow the rules for the better of society. In the movie Captain America: Civil War, two major superheroes go against each other, one of them being consequentialist and the other being right. I believe Captain America is a consequentialist libertarian because he doesn’t do things by the rules. Captain America, throughout the movie,...
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This essay aims to analyze Shakespeare's sonnet 130 'My Mistress' Eyes Are Nothing Like the Sun' from the perspective of syntactic analysis. Syntax deals with the structure of a sentence or the arrangement of words in a sentence. It's common for poets to play with word order in order to emphasize specific phrases or sentences. Shakespeare, for example, plays with syntax in the 130th sonnet. 'Subject Verb Object' is the standard English sentence word order. But Shakespeare was more than...
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The Onion has been one of the leading publications in our era when it comes to satirical articles. The writers of the organization use near-perfect satire to address the pressing issues of the day we face as a society. Their written wit, while sometimes very exaggerated, is prime for pulling in readers and viewers while exploring very controversial issues that are often overlooked or ignored. This type of satirical commentary is demonstrated superbly in the Onion’s video called “5 Takeaways...
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The Letter from Birmingham Jail was written by Martin Luther King Jr. In 1963 while King was in jail for protesting. King says that we’re responsible for justice across the nation. When unfair laws are written and people suffer as a consequence, by non-violently ignoring them, it is appropriate to protest such laws, even though the resulting unrest is inconvenient for some people. King says in his letter that the time is always now for justice, and there’s no good...
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Literature has impacted the world in numerous ways. It has formed our beliefs into different things and has made us look at the world differently. Author Connie Willis said 'That's what literature is. It’s the people who went before us, tapping out messages from the past, from beyond the grave, trying to tell us about life and death! Listen to them!' Many authors have told us stories since long ago and have taught us many of valuable lessons and messages....
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The artwork of my choosing is the large oil painting done by the artist Gustave Caillebotte in 1877 and was placed in the Art Institution of Chicago under the name of ‘Paris Street, Rainy Day’. This piece of art was considered huge considering its 212.2 cm x 276.2 cm dimensions. The artist in his display shows a certain street in Paris wonderful streets in a rainy day, showing a big beautiful classical building to reflect the construction work; Accompanied by...
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Cosmetic surgery specifies a surgical treatment for people who wish to enhance their appearance and reach their beauty goals. But it may also be used for medical reasons, such as for people who have had accidents, to reinstate the function of a body part, or to repair scars from surgery. It assists the person by building self-esteem, confidence, health, and bodily function and providing physical comfort and ease. A cosmetic surgeon certified by the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery treats...
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“A political ideology is a set of ideas, beliefs, values, and opinions, exhibiting a recurring pattern, that competes deliberately as well as unintentionally over providing plans of action for public policy making, in an attempt to justify, explain, contest, or change the social and political arrangements and processes of a political community” (M. Freeden, 2001). The definition of Political Ideology has been hotly contested over the years- primarily, whether the average individual has enough knowledge of political science and theory...
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Everyone loves a happy ending, and it can be argued that the average reader or viewer of work expects everything to work out fine by the end of a story. When an author of a work of literature chooses to leave the reader with an unhappy ending, it leaves an immense impact on the unexpecting reader. For instance, after a sad movie, people are often quiet and reserved in their thoughts rather than laughing and talking like they would after...
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Sociological imagination is the context that shapes the decision-making of an individual person and others. This can be transformative as it shows the effects of individuals' decisions on society due to the problems they have faced. Both Mills (1959) and Plummer (2012) talk about sociological imagination in their work while others also mention this concept to develop their ideas further. Both Mills and Plummer talk about being stuck in the world. Mills claims that people's ‘private lives are a series...
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One of the biggest struggles people deal with in life is getting through an obstacle and doubting themselves in the process. Whether it be a physical, emotional, or mental struggle, having the strength to persist through it is a very important characteristic that will give you the confidence to get through anything that comes along the way. Each of these works portrays aspects of perseverance in different scenarios but has the same universal theme. In “To Build a Fire” the...
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Jane Austen's 'Pride and Prejudice' is basically the story of how Elizabeth and Darcy overcame all obstacles, such as their personal failure to discover romantic happiness. Jane Austen cleverly attempts to manipulate the reader`s passion for the characters in her novels, using agents of frequently successful characterization of dialogue, action, and perspective. Here, I am interested in the character of Fitzwilliam Darcy and now I am analyzing his greatness and limitations from the novel. Jane Austen skillfully gave the reader...
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Literary genres are essential for both writers and readers when writing. For writers, the use of literary genres provides them with patterns that allow them to structure their writing. On the other hand, literary genres give readers the pleasure of discerning what is being written for them. The five literary genres of poetry, flash fiction, memoir, life legacy, and comedy monologues each provide different norms and techniques for writers to use. Poetry, for instance, is characterized by rhythmical patterns which...
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The novella “The Metamorphosis” by Franz Kafka is a short story about a man named Gregor that turns into a cockroach after waking up. The graphic novel also titled “The Metamorphosis” by Peter Kuper is an adaptation of Kafka’s novella that has illustrations to go along with the storytelling. Something that the two versions have in common is symbolism to represent and convey things such as tone and mood. However, there are differences between the two in how they utilize...
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On September 15, 1963, four hundred African Americans joined together to worship at the Sixteenth Street Baptist Church. A few days earlier, the courts had ordered the Birmingham schools to be desegregated, and tensions between white segregationists and African Americans were at a breaking point. Four girls, Cynthia Wesley, Carole Robertson, Addie Mae Collins (age fourteen), and Denise McNair, age eleven were in the basement of the church when a bomb exploded, killing them instantly. Others in the church were...
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Yes, I think 'Death of a salesman ' by Arthur Miller is a tragedy. In this play characteristic, we can say it's a modern tragedy.'Death of a salesman ' by Arthur Miller's play is based on a middle-class family's dream-broken story. American sellers have always dreamed of a comfortable, economical financial situation; a life without debts for themselves and their families, but this dream will end their life. In this capitalist society, the lifelong dreams of middle-class parents are reflected...
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O’ Henry’s story is an emotional prologue that sparks emotions upon reading it, especially for people who have experienced the challenges in marital life. Marriage is a good tradition as it can help nourish as a whole, yet the healthy cactus in Henry’s story shows the symbolism of what pain can inflict on someone. The symbolism in the novel shows that marriage and divorce go hand in hand. Love is healthy, yet the marriage tradition is full of flaws when...
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Jane Austen was a very popular author in the eighteenth century, and her fame is still recognized today. Some of her most famous works include the novels Pride and Prejudice, Emma, and Sense and Sensibility. While all of her novels had different storylines, they revolved around a common theme. This common theme shared between all of Austen’s novels is that women are burdened with unfair expectations and social norms. Pride and Prejudice is undoubtedly Jane Austen’s most popular novel, and...
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The Phantom of the Opera: The Phantom of the Opera or also known as The head of the fire is a ghost who haunted the Opera. His real name is Erik and most people thought he only was a monster who frightened people because he was frustrated at how ugly he was but there’s a tragic story behind it. Unluckily he was in love with Christine Daae, who loved another man, and tried everything to conquer her. The Persian: The...
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Can you imagine living without enough air to breathe? Is it even possible to survive without water in today`s blistering world? How can we survive in our daily life if we don`t have fertile land, forest, plants, and animals that provide us with food? What are we going to do if our natural resources are the main source of needs of the people in the entire world? Hence, it is no wonder that all people, poor or rich, have used...
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