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 limit. Women such as the Brontë sisters used pen names because they knew that receiving backlash inputs them into the...
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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 as a monster and outcast in society. Wendy Ferguson, the actress portraying Carlotta, made an impression on me. In my...
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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. Ellison uses symbolism throughout the story to show the ongoing struggle African Americans faced for equality. Ellison was born on...
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The main characters of the book „The Phantom of the Opera“ are the Phantom of the Opera, Christine Daae, and Raoul. The Phantom’s real name is Erik. He lives under the Paris Opera, which he helped to build. He is dangerous. Erik has always been ugly. But in music and architecture, he is a genius. He blackmails the managers and spreads terror. Erik is obsessed with Christine Daae and wants her to love him. Cristine Daae was an unknown singer...
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Selection source: I chose this book because it was short in length and the book blurb on the back was intriguing. Summary/Description: Tuck Everlasting is the story of the Tuck family and the secret they share. Winnie Foster, a ten-year-old girl, stumbles across Jesse Tuck drinking from a spring while she was in a wooded area owned by her family in Treetop, Ohio. Jesse takes Winnie to their family. Jesse’s family explains to Winnie that the spring has immortal properties...
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Introduction In Judy Brady's thought-provoking essay, "I Want a Wife," she articulates the various roles and expectations placed on women in society. While her essay raises important points about gender inequality and the traditional role of wives, it is crucial to broaden the discussion and emphasize the need for a partner, rather than just a wife. In this persuasive essay, I argue that the ideal relationship is based on equality, mutual support, and shared responsibilities, transcending traditional gender roles. Equality...
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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 their relevance in today's world. By examining the destruction of forests, pollution, and the importance of environmental stewardship, we can...
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“The Things They Carried” is devoted to a platoon of American soldiers who fought in the Vietnam War. The book is a powerful blend of fact and fiction that leaves the reader with a lasting impression of fear, love, and gratitude for the novel’s components. When describing the tangibles, O’Brien incorporates weight and number to force the pressures of the soldiers onto the reader. As the plot unfolds, O’Brien moves the reader through scenes of war, telling multiple stories of...
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Introduction 'The Notebook' by Nicholas Sparks is a poignant and captivating love story that has touched the hearts of readers around the world. Set against the backdrop of the 1940s, the novel follows the passionate and enduring love between Noah Calhoun and Allie Nelson. This summary essay provides a concise overview of the key elements and narrative arc of 'The Notebook,' highlighting its central themes of love, fate, and memory. The Love Story 'The Notebook' begins with the introduction of...
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‘Funny in Farsi’ by Firoozeh Dumas was a really good book to read considering how much I was able to relate to my own life. The story of Dumas’ move to the United States and the tribulations she faced and how she managed to overcome them was heartwarming and inspiring to read about. Throughout the book, there were different examples of various things that Dumas had to go through that relate to how she became the woman she is today....
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I am now currently finished with the second half of the book 'Tuck Everlasting' by Natalie Babbitt, and in this essay, I want to share my thoughts on it. The second half of the book starts off with the man in the yellow suit knocking on Winnie’s door. The grandmother answers, and he tells her he knows where Winnie is. The grandmother was probably thrilled to find out where Winnie was hiding. Tuck was very nervous about all of it....
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Reading has been a vital source of knowledge for human beings. In today’s world reading has become a part of our daily activities. Right from newspapers, magazines, entertainment stories, and books. The role of reading has increased compared to ancient times, because in the past people used to hear stories from their older ones. The elders used to narrate stories to their youngsters. Reading is gaining information and increasing knowledge. In our daily life, we come across many newspapers, articles,...
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When I remember growing up, I wasn’t much of a reader, despite having a mom who has probably read every book ever written. Reading isn’t the butter to my bread. I got distracted by my phone when I got my first iPhone in year 6, reading didn’t feel important to me anymore. I had just turned 11, and I was long how I had a life on social media and didn’t need to read because I didn’t care about how...
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INTRODUCTION Speculative fiction is defined as a genre which encompasses many subgenres of fiction, where the authors included unrealistic or magical elements in the fictions. Speculative fiction is any fiction in which the “laws” of that world (explicit or implied) are different than ours (Neugebauer, 2014). Neugebauer also stated that the term 'world-building' usually goes hand in hand with speculative fiction. The clear subgenre example of speculative fiction is fantasy where everything is speculated by the author including the plot...
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