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Books are the first reason why humanity created computers in the first place. The history of the book is long and colorful. It does not start with the first-ever printed book by the Gutenberg Press around the 15th century as many people think. The history of the book is dating 5000 years back from today to the first book artifact...
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That isn't real reading my mother would always tell me when she would see me walking around with my headphones in listening to The Martian, Harry Potter, or The Name of the Wind. Audiobooks have become a daily addiction for me. Whether it is on my commute to school everyday or walking between classes I almost always have an audiobook...
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‘The Silence of the Lambs’ by Thomas Harris is the second book in the series of Hannibal Lecter. Before discussing about the book, I want to talk about Thomas Harris. The author of this book because I him find to be very interesting. Little is known about Thomas Harris. He is very out of the public’s eye and very off...
Book ReviewNovelReading Books
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Computers or books? What deserves more attention? What is more important in our lives? I am genuinely surprised by the people who are still trying to choose something better for these two essential things, more importantly. I do not understand how one can choose between the two most reputable sources of information of all time. Therefore, I believe that both...
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Introduction to the Novels and Their Similarities The novels, Water for Elephants and Riding Lessons by Sara Gruen, are both outstanding books and share some similarities. Not only are these novels similar, but they also withhold their own differences. Some similarities and differences to compare Water for Elephants to Riding Lessons include the characters, theme, and last but not least,...
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There is a man who is known for the tales he has sown, told to children young and almost full-grown. One is a cat that wears a hat, another a Horton that hears a who, and a Grinch who stole Christmas got a new heart, too. He was a Dr. named Seuss, but not a doctor at all. Just a...
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The debate among English teachers in Bataan Peninsula State University-Balanga Campus whether it is the standard to use literary theory to teach the literature for undergraduate with the specialization of English. In a mandated curriculum for undergraduate English majors there are typical textbooks for literature class. Those different textbook have almost the same structure, bibliographical information about the author, brief...
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Nilanjana Sudeshna “Jhumpa” Lahiri born on July 11, 1967, is a contemporary Indian American author based in New York City. She is best known for her short stories, novels, and essays in English, and, more recently in Italian. She has been a Vice President of the PEN American Center since 2005. She contributed a lot to the Diasporic writings and...
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“Up from Slavery” is an abundant autobiography of Booker T. Washington. This paperback tells us about the energy story of Booker T. Washington who lived in Malden West Virginia after the Civil War. He was instinctive into slavery, and he necessitate to consciously operate tough to induce an education. He recalls his childhood as a slave with a plight of...
Book ReportReading Books
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 Chapter 1 (summary/ important events) Throughout these pages, he dreams about his birth and in that dream he had specific people in it. Later on, he asked his mom if the people he had in his dream were actually there. His mom said yes, but was a concern in why he was asking so many questions This dream kinda made...
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From a tender age, I have always been fascinated by libraries' silent, hallowed halls. The serene ambiance, the rows of books with their myriad worlds contained within, and the quiet pursuit of knowledge have always held a special allure for me. My aspiration to become a librarian stems from a deep-rooted love for books, a passion for knowledge, and a...
Career ChoiceLibraryReading Books
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In Defence of History by Richard J Evans was first published in Great Britain by Granta Books in 1997. The copy of the book I read was published with (quite an extensive) afterword by the author in 2000. I had not heard of the author of the book before so was unsure of who he was. Having looked him up...
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Contemporary society claims that the publishing industry is dying and the innovation of e-books will eventually cause printed books to death. Articles and books critical of the Internet, including the Internet’s impact on reading, have increased in recent years. The digital revolution has significantly impacted the ways of publishing. Most people are reading very differently today than they were in...
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Inhumane ” without compassion for misery or suffering; cruel”. The Nazis presented propaganda to the world but Wiesel explains to the world what really happened. The documentary, The Fuhrer Gives the Jews a City and the novel Night by Wiesel demonstrate the circumstances the Jewish people encountered by the Germans these circumstances were slightly different and barbarous. The book Night...
NightPerspectiveReading Books
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How books changed my life I was an imaginative child. I was the type of child who would stay up late thinking of castles and dragons. I loved daydreaming and creating scenarios in my head. Over time, that changed. The same kid who would spend hours creating fiction no longer could, the imagination and subsequently, the magic faded. That’s what...
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The title of the book is, The Alchemist and it is a novel type of book. It is a fiction and it was published in the year 1992. This novel, The Alchemist was written by Paulo Coelho. “Paulo grew up with his family in the town, of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. His dad is an engineer and wanted Paulo to...
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John Steinbeck's classic novella, "Of Mice and Men," is a profound exploration of friendship, loneliness, and the pursuit of the American Dream during the Great Depression. Through the lens of a dialectical journal, where readers interact with the text by recording their thoughts and reactions, one can gain deeper insights into the themes and characters of the novel. Entry 1:...
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The Bombing Of Pearl Harbor by Lauren Tarshis was published in 2011 the story takes place in Pearl City, Hawaii. The characters in the book are Danny, Mom, Aki, Mr. Sudo, and Mrs. Mills. Danny is the main character and Aki is a little boy Danny meets Mr. Sudo Aki’s dad who is a fisherman and a great drawer. Aki...
PerspectiveReading Books
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"Lyddie," the poignant novel by Katherine Paterson, offers readers a profound and empowering journey through the life of a young girl striving for independence amidst the challenges of the Industrial Revolution. This persuasive essay advocates for the significance of reading "Lyddie," highlighting the novel's enduring themes, its portrayal of historical struggles, and the inspirational message it imparts to readers of...
LyddiePerspectiveReading Books
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Introduction 'The Pact' by Sampson Davis is a captivating memoir that chronicles the inspiring journey of three friends from a tough neighborhood in Newark, New Jersey, who defy the odds to become successful doctors. In this critical review essay, we will explore the strengths and weaknesses of the book, analyzing its narrative style, themes, and the impact it leaves on...
Book ReviewReading Books
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This narrative is about a girl named Mariam who lives in Afghanistan in the early 1960s. Throughout her life, there have been many ups and downs. She has to live with her mother Nana, while her father is a successful and rich entrepreneur named Jalil. Mariam despises the fact that she doesn't get to live with his father. When Mariam...
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A Thousand Splendid Suns Dialectical Journal 1 Pages 1-73 In the story, “A Thousand Splendid Suns” Khaled Hosseini tells a depressing story that follows Mariam, an accident of a rich businessman and his servant’s affair. Mariam lives just outside Herat with her bitter mother, Nana in a divided family where she is visited by her father, Jalil Khan, once a...
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I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book, The Color Purple by Alice Walker, as well as seeing the movie adaptation of it. The Color Purple movie directed by Steven Spielberg is easily created and captures the real feelings and moments that were thought when these ideas were conveyed through written texts in the novel. There are several similarities and differences between...
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“The Yellow Wallpaper” is a short story by Charlotte Gilman that was published in the year 1892 in The New England Magazine. This short story mainly discusses the life of the woman who is the narrator and all the issues she faces. Many of these issues were common during the 19th century so it is important to analyze the life...
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Reading Ladder (Hardest to Easiest) This Is Where It Ends by Marieke Nijkamp The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas A Very Large Expanse of Sea by Tahereh Mafi With the Fire on High by Elizabeth Acevedo Where She Went by Gayle Forman Why this order? I found This Is Where It Ends to be the most challenging book out...
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During the Victorian period, the inequalities between genders were tense because the gap distinction was increasing instead of decreasing. Women were tired of the discrimination and the injustice that society was implementing on their shoulders. The frustration of pretending to be the submissive wife and hiding under male pen names to have their works published was pushing women to the...
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Introduction Dr. Seuss' timeless children's book, "The Lorax," has captivated readers of all ages since its publication in 1971. Through its vibrant illustrations and poetic narrative, the story sheds light on pressing environmental issues and serves as a call to action for the protection of our planet. This essay will explore the environmental issues addressed in "The Lorax" and discuss...
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Gaston Leroux’s famous play, The Phantom of the Opera, displays the theme of appearance vs reality. This theme is mainly represented by the Phantom and his mask. When the Phantom has the mask on, he is seen by Christine as a talented angel of music who is misunderstood. Without his mask, it reveals his deformed face and he is seen...
Phantom of The OperaReading Books
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The story, “The Battle Royal” by Ralph Ellison was published in 1952 with the goal to show what America was like for African Americans after slavery. The Battle Royal is an event in the story where a group of black men are put into a boxing ring and are forced to fight against each other while blindfolded to gain dominance....
Literary CriticismReading Books
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