Introduction Edgar Allan Poe, an enigmatic figure in American literature, is celebrated for his masterful storytelling and profound influence on the genres of horror and mystery. Born in 1809, Poe's life was marked by tragedy and turmoil, experiences that deeply informed his writing. His works, such as "The Raven" and "The Tell-Tale Heart," are characterized by their exploration of the...
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At sea, in a dense fogâ was how Helen described her life in her autobiography, The Story of My Life. Helen Adams Keller (1880 â 1968) was a well renowned American author, lecturer, and a political activist. She was born in Tscumbia, Alabama, which is now a museum that hosts an annual âHelen Keller Dayâ to honor her birthday. Helen...
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The age of reason can mainly be recognized as the era that transformed the way that the Americans reason and live their lives. Both Thomas Paine and Benjamin Franklin were fervent writers of their time. They were both way more concerned with enlightenment. They both had a longing or desire of producing new developments in either science, religion or politics....
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Lord of the Flies is a historical yet fictional novel written by Nobel Prize award-winning author William Golding. It is a symbolic novel that was inspired by and influenced by Golding's experiences as an active member of the Royal Navy during World War 2. The replica film directed by Harry Hook conveyed similar themes and key conceptions. Lord of the...
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The literary texts âThe Cask of Amontilladoâ by Edgar Allan Poe and âIâm a Mad Dog Biting Myself for Sympathyâ by Louise Erdrich both explore the depraved and cynical approach to humanity. These texts are analogous with its incorporation of a compelling psychological nature: imprisonment of the mind and the absence of remorse. A deeper analysis of the narration of...
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Humour is a very distinctive feature in Native American contemporary writings. Humour can be distinguished as the Native American seriousness, naturalness and the capacity to state and feel the reality of things in their life. Humour is occasionally the best weapon of defense for the indigenous literary characters. In addition, it is a helpful way to handle the issues of...
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Introduction William Shakespeare, a name synonymous with literary genius, remains an enigmatic figure who revolutionized the world of English literature. Born in Stratford-upon-Avon in 1564, Shakespeare's works transcend time, influencing countless generations with his profound understanding of human nature. His legacy comprises 39 plays, 154 sonnets, and several poems, each a masterpiece in its own right. Shakespeare's ability to weave...
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Understanding Sherman Alexie's life from early childhood until now, is a significant way to understand his works and Native American society in the past and in the current time as well. Sherman Alexie is a prominent contemporary native American author. He was born on the Spokane Indian Reservation in Welpinit, Washington on October 7, 1966. Despite the hydrocephalic disease, water...
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W.E.B DuBois was a very educated man he received his Doctoral degree from Harvard University and was the first black male to do so. Dubois was an activist of the black community. As remarked once by Martin Luther King Jr. 'history cannot ignore W.E.B. DuBois because history has to reflect truth and Dr. DuBois was a tireless explorer and a...
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Mary Wollstonecraft was born in 1759 to a middle-class family in England. While her father Edward had at one point enjoyed significant financial comfort, he eventually squandered a large portion of his wealth on a variety of projects that failed to yield returns. Frustrated at his prospects, Edward became an abusive drunk who viciously beat his wife Elizabeth. Wollstonecraft was...
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INTRODUCTION Emily Dickinson is considered as one of the towering figures of American literature. Emily Dickinson was born on December 10, 1830, Massachusetts. Her family has deep roots in New England. Her paternal grandfather, Samuel Dickinson, was known as the founder of Amherst College. Her father worked in Amherst and served as a state legislator. He married Emily Norcross in...
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While once the cultures of the world were centralized in their respective origins, with the introduction of new technology and determination of increased influence, Western culture found new beginnings across the globe. In the 16th century, Italian Jesuit missionary Matteo Ricci took forth to introduce Christianity to China. In the 18th century, Olaudah Equiano, former slave turned abolitionist, was stripped...
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The audience for this poem could be identified as people of all ages, making decisions are a part of everyoneâs lives. Due to trends being so easily followed in today's society, if a reader were to come across this poem the trend would be taking the road that is more traveled. The poem is very relatable to many people in...
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Arthur Miller exposes the substance of relationships through the prism of a theocracy that holds superstitions, represses human instinct, and fails to acknowledge human frailty. Dynamic human experiences are the normal progression in the lives of individuals most evident in the nature of their relationships. In Arthur Millerâs, The Crucible, a shift of power is portrayed through Abigailâs sly manipulation....
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Literature reflects the cultural views, political heartbeats, social reforms and failures of a society. The people rejoice in the progress that society makes but cries in the setbacks it experiences; such is the story of the Harlem Renaissance Period of literature. Slavery had been abolished, but injustices still occurred, and prejudices still existed. The writers of this time reflected these...
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Nowadays people are so lucky. They can find a lot of information about specific person in the past or present. Therefore, internet and reliable resources play significant role in the researches which helps. Thanks to professor who teaches differently. It was interesting to read and search information about African writer, anthropologist Zora Neale Hurston. In these resources authors described her...
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In this unit on the African American experience in colonial and pre-Civil War America, several 'heroes' have both appeared and been discussed in class while others still remain to be explored in more detail which are: Frances Harper, Harriet Wilson, Jack Johnson, George Herriman, Eubie Blake, Arthur W. Mitchel,...etc. But the one heroine that I really love and I'm going...
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What really separates us from animals as human beings? The need for civility, being controlled by fear and power is instilled in the fundamentals of our instincts. William Goldingâs 1954 novel, Lord of the Flies explores these themes through the fictional story of a group of schoolboys who are trapped on a deserted tropical island when trying to evacuate Britain...
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In the prologue of âRomeo and Julietâ, we are already given a glimpse of the ending of the play and what is to come. It states: âA pair of star-crossed lovers take their lifeâŚâ and the mention of the word âstar-crossedâ implies that Romeo and Julietâs fates are written in the stars and they cannot truly control their destinies. The...
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Emily Dickinson is a very fine and obvious kind of poetess. She is straight forward Lady that believes in Death and all the consequences that bring life out of the misery and brings eternity to the people which is the real world. She emphasizes on fake nature of this existing world that no one is mortal and everything has to...
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This book talks about the importance of instincts and snap judgements and how they can be a very influential moment in someone's life. Throughout the book the author argues this important concept where he states that people can make better, effective decisions based on their snap judgements instead of a more rational thought process. Everyday we are presented with opportunities...
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The poem âThe Fleaâ written by John Donne and published in 1633, Donne describes physical love and it's true natural nature. The six articles that I choose to use as research explain mainly how Donneâs poem âThe Fleaâ is the most ânotorious seduction poem of the English Renaissanceâ (Hyman 157) and how other poems of Donne have many features in...
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Robert Frost is known as an âAmerican Poetâ and is a writer who can be understood in a variety of lenses. As readers, we are able to focus on Frostâs choice of words, how his lines are delivered, his tone, the symbolism, and the imagery. By understanding the symbolism of the poem we are able to understand the theme of...
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The stories we tell and the stories we are told enable us to see ourselves and our surroundings through a new lens. Orwell utilizes storytelling in 1984, employing the thematic concerns of dehumanization, personal autonomy, and love to explore the dangers of conformity. Moreover, Orwell highlights the importance of resisting oppressive narratives in order to live our own human experiences...
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The enigmatic dynamism of power will inevitably plague the human psyche distinguishing any form of human experience. Affected by his context, George Orwell mirrors Soviet Russiaâs regime through his imposed panoptic society where deliberate class systems are imposed by the ruling authority to limit political rebellion and insist on societal control. The world of 1984, consists of three classes; the...
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âRomeo and Julietâ is a tragedy by the playwright William Shakespeare which explores the journey of the fateful tragedies between a pair of two star-crossed lovers. The emotion of love conquers throughout the play and is particularly evident when investigating the growth and change in certain characters. Juliet Capulet, Lord, and Lady Capuletâs only living child approach the age of...
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The year was 1757. A boy was born in Soho, London, into a working class family. But his destiny was to become a famous poet and painter. The times were exciting and romantic. The period between 17 and 19 century in Europe is called âEnlightenmentâ and it is a new era, marked by incredible development of science, technology and machinery....
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The question I chose for this essay was âIs Macbeth powerless in meeting his downfall or are there other circumstances and outside forces that contribute to his fate?â. The author or playwright of Macbeth's play was William Shakespeare and was one of the most well-known writers of all time. The play introduces us to Macbeth, who gets told about prophecies...
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Romeo and Juliet are one of the most well-known tragedies ever written. William Shakespeare wrote the play in 1594 and it has been studied for centuries. The plot follows two âstar crossed loversâ set in Verona as their romance blossomed and eventually lead to both of their deaths. Throughout the play, there are many different reasons for their deaths, and...
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Romeo and Juliet is a tragic play written by the reigning poet of the sixteenth century by William Shakespeare. The play depicts a story of forbidden love from two opposing families, which ultimately results in catastrophe. Throughout the course of their romance, multiple forces influence the fates of these âstar-crossed loversâ, contributing to their eventual deaths. Through violence, hatred, and...
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