In Plathâs poems âContusionâ and âEdgeâ there is a central theme and image of death that is liberating and perfect. These themes and images are constant throughout many of Plathâs poetry, but in these two particular poems, the idea of death is more forthcoming. âEdgeâ the last poem that Plath wrote before she ended her life is also another reason...
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The first poem of Nerudaâs that illustrates loss through masterful use of imagery, symbolism, metaphor, and allusion is âSonnet 17.â The poem adopts the form of a Petrarchan sonnet, which often follows an âabb abbaâ rhyme scheme, this type of verse usually presents a problem within the first eight lines, using the remaining six lines to offer a resolution. In...
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The excerpt from Nectar in a Sieve and âMarriage Is a Private Affairâ demonstrate the negative and the positive influences of modern ideas and modern ways on traditional cultures. To begin with, one of the pronounced positive influences of modern ways on traditional cultures in the excerpt from Nectar in a Sieve is the medical expertise that is more advanced...
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Written by Alexander Pope in the 18th century, The Rape of the Lock is a narrative poem renowned for its satirical depiction of traditionally epic conventions and characters in addressing the frivolous reality of vanity. Although the inspirations that lead to the creation of the poem are highly debated, with some speculating that the poem was written as a commentary...
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Throughout history, literature and the way people interpret literature has changed dramatically. Different genres of plays including romance, action, and even heartbreaking tragedies that touch the readerâs heart have been shared for thousands of years. One of the most popular genres would be tragedies. A tragedy, as described by Aristotle, is a story that follows a protagonist who, over time,...
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Vanishing Educational Traditions Career aspects are being changed by influencers more frequently in these past few decades. Hands-on occupations are not as appreciated as they had been in previous eras. College degrees are more enforced by educational mentors than ever. Since higher educational ranks have been encouraged for young adults for so long, vocational and technological careers have decreased. These...
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When bringing up the topic of misogyny in history and literature, many tend to shrug their shoulders and say âwell, thatâs just how it was back then,â or âwomen just didnât have the same rights. It was the tradition.â Even a certified educator approved by eNotes Editorial on enotes.com argues that â...during Pope's day, women had no rights. Feminism was...
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Gregorâs metamorphosis accomplishes several of his aims: First, it frees him from his hated job with an odious company by using disabling him from working; second, it relieves him of the requirement to make an agonizing desire between his filial duty to his parentsâparticularly his fatherâand his desperate yearning to emancipate himself from such responsibilities and dependence. It as a...
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Statement of purpose âKinney the cupboardâ is a story about England's finest cupboard who was born on 16th April 1973. A famous carpenter named John Makaly`s last Masterpiece was a story cooked in the middle of 9th grade English class. This was highly inspired by âBeauty and the Beastâ the cupboard which was sort of Bella's best friend. The writer...
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Abstract In this essay, I will be looking at four particular stages of my reading habits prior to adulthood and questioning how they might have affected my reading and writing practice without my realizing it. By doing this I hope to re-examine my early literary journey under the lens of Literary Criticism. In particular, I will be focussing on Marxist...
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Who doesnât love a theatrical drama filled with contemplation? Mary Shelleyâs Frankenstein is a spectacular adaption of the renowned 1817 gothic novel, Frankenstein, and is a movie lover's dream, touching the thoughts of viewers since its release in 1994. Today, Branagh has sat down with me to discuss how he has used gothic elements, such as women, to appeal to...
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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...
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George Orwell uses the character of Boxer to explore the idea of abuse of power and corruption in âAnimal Farmâ. He does this through Boxerâs lack of education, strong loyalty and trust, and use of emotive imagery. Orwell uses Boxer to represent the proletariat in Russia whose work pay was exploited, meaning they could not afford food or housing. Therefore,...
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In many of his poems, W.B. Yeats portrays delusion and civilization. Yeats was once significantly enthused with the aid of the attraction of delusion and civilization and used it in several poems to reveal his complex philosophical understandings. Yeats used to be keen to change regular Greek and Roman mythological figures and civilization with figures from Irish folklore. In the...
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In this poem, Yeats talks about the Irish war of Independence. Basically, this poem is created around the idea of Irish nationalism and revolution. In 1916 Irish had a great war against Great Britain. But in this war, they were not able to get their freedom and they lost a lot of their heroes. But this movement, the sacrifice of...
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How to become a thriving freelance writer? I get a whole lot of emails from personalities asking me how to develop freelance writing quality as a profession as they doubt that they are not from a major city. I always tell them that, at least today, your location in the world doesn't matter much, because the actions to be taken...
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Sylvia Plath was a confessional poet through her influence, Robert Lowell. âSylvia Plath explored the themes of death, self, and nature in works that expressed her uncertain attitude toward the universeâ (New World Encyclopedia). As Plath's poetry developed, it became more private and personal towards her own life. Her poetry expressed inner demons and showcased themes to justify her reality....
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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...
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The novella âThe Metamorphosisâ 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 âThe Metamorphosisâ by Peter Kuper is an adaptation of Kafkaâs novella that has illustrations to go along with the storytelling. Something that the two versions have in common is symbolism to...
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The call of the wild is the first novel that Iâve read. This novel thought me how important the relationship between humans and animals is. I learned that you have to use your own feet and donât rely on others in order to survive. Also, the lesson that I can take from this novel is that never give up, you...
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In ancient Greek myth, heroes were humans, male or female, of the distant past, gifted with superhuman abilities and descended from the immortal gods themselves. What defines the heroic life itself is the fact that humans are mortal. The certainty that one day you will die is what makes us human, distinct from animals who are unaware of their future...
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Homer was a Greek epic poet and supposedly the author of The Iliad and The Odyssey which are thought to be composed sometime between 750 and 650 BC. In Homerâs Iliad, the characters Sarpedon (mortal son of Zeus) and Patroklos (companion of Achilles) who both die noble and heroic deaths are commemorated with the grandest burials, whilst in Homerâs Odyssey,...
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American author Nelleâ Harper Lee is best known for his writing. To Kill a Mockingbird is the first novel by Harper Lee. He was born on April 28, 1926, the youngest of four children of Amasa Coleman Lee and Frances Cunningham Finch Lee. She grew up in Monroeville, a small town in southwest Alabama. Her father was a lawyer who...
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Rostandâs Cyrano de Bergerac is a well-known comedic love story behind the walls of humor and satire. It revolves around Cyrano de Bergeracâs failed pursuit of the love of a maiden named Roxanne because of his many personal flaws. Ironically, these are the exact flaws that prompt many to regard Cyrano as a tragic hero. Although he did not strictly...
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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...
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Thesis statement: The play, 'The Crucible,' was written by American author Arthur Miller in 1953. The Crucible is set against the backdrop of the Salem Witchcraft Trials of 1692 when a group of girls thought to be demonically possessed in the strongly religious Puritan village of Salem accused a series of local women of practicing witchcraft. This led to widespread...
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âAdmitting one's own faults is the first step to changing them, and it is a demonstration of true bravery and integrityâ - Philip Johnson. Good morning ladies and gentlemen, staff, students, and guests, and welcome to the Caloundra State High School open day. In this presentation, I will be educating you on Arthur Millerâs play âThe Crucibleâ. Specifically, how through...
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The Crucible by Arthur Miller is a play set in the 1600s that tackles some very important themes relevant both in the time it was set and the period in which Miller wrote it. The play is about a town called Salem which is driven into hysteria and madness by suspicion and fear. Miller uses this true story of the...
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At some point along the way in our lifetime, we may take a step back and reflect on how we have been living our lives. Many people attempt to search for an answer to a very emotive question: how do we truly live our lives? Annie Dillardâs personal narrative entitled âLiving Like Weaselsâ explores a way in which human beings...
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African American women authors have become dominant forces in creating and contributing to the larger tradition after many decades of being virtually silenced by outright neglect from publishers who considered them irrelevant. As with so much literature by and about women, that silence has been broken, giving voice to the infinite complexities of African American womenâs lives, including womenâs role...
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