However, the narrator's developing madness can also act as the symbolical depiction of the effects of the men's dominance on women and the female suppression in the 19th-century society."The Yellow Wallpaper" was first published in [...]
The scenario calls for the need to investigate the villagers on issues pertaining to witchcraft, a take that finds many of them victims of the evil doing ready to be judged. First, the plot of [...]
It should be noted that Karim was able to "cross the color line"; in other words, he was able to settle in the area in which only white people were allowed to live.
Is it a result of the Nazis' brutal actions or the consequences of the development of racism in the history of the Western civilization?
However, one of the major concerns of the play is the American system and capitalism, or rather the back side of it. Thus, the plot of the play helps the author to convey his idea [...]
The first stanza of the poem is set in a classroom where William, a member of the Senate, has gone to evaluate the new school curriculum.
This hopelessness that has been impeded on her makes her aware of her future in the world and provokes her to build a wall around her.
To understand the role of Ultima in the formation of Antonio's perception of the world, it is better to consider the final Ultima's words, "I bless you in the name of all that is good [...]
Religion in Gilead is the similar to that of the current American society especially, the aspect of ambiguity which has been predominant with regard to the rightful application of religious beliefs and principles.
Instead of suggesting the obvious limiting the number of children each female "breeder" should have he encourages the "breeders" to get pregnant, enjoy motherhood and nursing of their suckling infants for one year, and then [...]
This paper seeks to present a summary and character analysis of "The Hours"."The Hours" presents three women as they navigate a day in their lives and as they struggle to identify themselves in the society.
Walter Cruttenden is the author of the 340-page book, Lost Star of Myth and Time, which is a grand synthesis of the world history that occurred over the past 14000 years.
According to McPherson, the war, that is, the Civil War, was aimed at bringing about liberty and ensuring the extension of protection to the citizenry which he had a clue of the fact that the [...]
The death of Addie is also one of the dark and disturbing components of the narration. The end of the story illustrates that the entire piece has been a flashback since it talks about the [...]
Dee and Maggie do not interact, it is only as the story ends that Dee speaks to her angrily as she is leaving; this ending portrays the relationship of the African and American heritages.
Mooney refers to him as a serious quite man and so it is easy to take advantage of him, as he is not talkative as the others.Mrs.
In the analysis of Ashami, the author introduces her in the first chapter as trying to conjure an Indian meal from a mixture of American ingredients.
The character of Emily Grierson in William Faulkner's short story, "A Rose for Emily", leaves the reader in dilemma as to whether Emily is the protagonist or the antagonist.
Good is usually thought to be the will of God and in this case the Franks are deemed to represent good since they are moved by the will of God while the Saracens are seen [...]
The images that are shown by the media have helped to establish gender equality in a broad way. This means that as women have been shaped positively, they have desired to have a say in [...]
The role of Tea Cake remains to be crucial in the story as well as in the whole life of Janie as his passion, creativity, and desire to create the best living conditions promote safety [...]
Furthermore, his topping in class coupled with the publishing of his poem in the school Bulletin contributed to his interests in the area of poetry.
A blind man in my house was not something I looked forward to"., it is evident that he was agitated by the blind man's visit in his house.
The kind of language that a person undertakes have a certain backing from where the person comes from, it can define the back ground of the person; the strong points of interpolation are found in [...]
As a researcher on the social aspects of increased consumption characteristic of western societies such as the US and the UK, he cautions that the pursuit of happiness by individuals in such societies should not [...]
The fact that she was able to incorporate the elements of both the African and the European cultures made Karen Blixen to become a brave woman she had become.
As the speaker touched its belly, he was sorry that he could not be able to save the young deer that was warm in the belly of the dead deer.
In "Play-by-Play", the omniscient narrator poses rhetorical questions as the narrator watches a group of men playing softball and analyses the secrete sexual thoughts and desires of the women nearby, as they secretly admire the [...]
Though both books talk about the food industry and the ills that plague it, it is important to establish that, Eric Schlosser's aim of writing Fast Food Nation was to make the public know the [...]
However, the poem about the author's love to her husband can be contrasted to the "The Flesh and the Spirit" where human existence is contrasted to the love of God.
It is evident in the story that it is Gregor who woks to take care of his family and therefore the rest of the family members did not.
The author has employed the use of character, action and imagery to bring out the three themes, viz.harm of relentlessness to achieving ones dreams, the danger of misunderstanding money and wealth, and the effect of [...]
But, the content of the myth is meaningful in terms of representation of human beliefs in the creation of the world, structure of the universe and reflect people's vision and explanation of the power of [...]
The living conditions in the country were hard and the father decided to immigrate to the United States in 1876 in search of a better livelihood for the family.
The notion of the end of the world is synonymous to the notion of the end of time. The subtleties of time can be visualized: "In this world, time is a visible dimension".
In an analysis of Chekhov's first play the Seagull, Bloom views Chekhov's portrayal of the characters in the play as well as the overall script to be magnificently written the famous playwright.
The Christianity practiced by the black slaves is represented as the Christianity that is inexistence of purity, complete in peace in it, and also it serves as the full representation of the nature of Christ [...]
Sarah then decides to drop the matter because she knows that it is not her place to go against the wishes of her husband.
This observation is not merely the central idea of the play, but is an enhancement to the basic personality trait that goes along with the horrifying aftermath of the warfare, conducted in the name of [...]
In the mentioned stanza the action takes place in the kitchen of the deceased woman for the purpose of depicting her concupiscent way of life by means of the presence of muscular man preparing an [...]
The plot of the story unfolds at the time of the American Civil War. Instead, the story's finale is a sad note with the death of Peyton Farquhar.
With the protection of Hermes and Athena, Perseus went ahead and beheaded Gorgon Medusa and took her head to the king of the island.
This paper seeks to explore the father and son relationships in Metamorphosis and Oedipus the King and offers a comparison for the two.
The arguments and the sequences that are created in a novel are well though out and present a realm of exploration, innovation and creativity that does not have borders. No form of literature in the [...]
That the Harry Potter books are written in a fashion robust enough to allow for close reading, for example, in the context of the monomyth of the hero, or in light of philosophical concepts, is [...]
Despite the harshness of the environment in Afghanistan, as we come to discover through the eyes of the daughter, she fosters on in her quest to find her mother.
The truth is that the reasons for banning the book can also be the reasons for keeping the book in the curriculum.
One of the peculiar features of the work is the form chosen by the author. Just like a mule, Janie is forced to work in the field with her husband.
He thinks such behavior is offensive to his position and his power, this is why this woman is in the past, and the other one is waiting for him downstairs to enlarge Duke's collection of [...]
The main theme of "The Things They Carried" by O'Brien is the events that were happening during the Vietnam War. It is a compelling short story of the Vietnam War.
Remembering the main idea of the myths which is to portray the creation of the specific natural phenomena via the God's actions, the relationships between people and Gods cannot be rejected in the book.
The tales touch on various topics such as corruption and marriage, and they also unveil the immoral nature of the clergy in the modern Catholic churches.
The film director, Gary Ross, presents the contents of the book in a film in concise way. This is in spite of the fact that the family relationship between Gale and Katniss is important.
The main characters in the novel are Kim, a Tibetan priest in search of a sacred watercourse; Mahbub Ali, a merchant in horses and a secret service agent; colonel Creighton, the administrator of the secret [...]
Melville in this novel brings out two strong opposing forces between the good and the evil and how the human race has continuously failed to make the right decision because of the fallen state of [...]
The most dominant opinion though is that the grandmother's final deed was graceful, thereby implying that "A Good Man Is Hard to Find" was penned by the author to depict a gradual change in the [...]
The issue of love has been explained in the actions of the father during the winter seasons. The poem shows the negative and cold thoughts of the son against the warm and positive feelings of [...]
This theme contributes to the meaning of "The Lesson" because the narrator illustrates the differences that exist amid the prosperous and poor kids in the fictitious story.
The author illustrates the disruption of peace by the arrival of white-men in the Igbo community. Nevertheless, the showing up of the white man and Christianity led to a change in this practice, the women [...]
Margery stands out as a sympathetic character to the extent that sees her rejection by the society in the country, which does not accommodate people with such magnitudes of ingeniousness, simplicity and honesty that she [...]
Laius is the rule of Thebes; he learns from oracle that his son Oedipus will kill him and usurp his throne.
He highlighted the plight of the oppressed such as the slaves thus his works championed for democracy in the society to give all people a fair chance.
This section tackles the main characters of the story and as aforementioned, the narrator and the old man are the only central characters in the story.
It is a significant confusion that Willy has thought that for one to be successful, he has to be well-liked by people.
Jane Eyre appears to have great self esteem even though she is an orphan and has a lot of negative energy and criticism around her in the shape of her aunt and cousins.
The theme the author considers is related to the inability of a person to cope with the ideas implemented in the society but still the desire to be the part of that society.
When Hamlet learns in a dream that he is supposed to revenge the death of his father, he promises to do so "with wings as swift as meditation or the thoughts of love, may sweep [...]
In fact, majority of the traditions that people in the modern society carry out have their origin in Greece. One Greek mythology that has influenced the whole world is the celebration of the Olympic Games.
This longing to explore on the nature of creation through vivid accounts or tales, prompted the materialization of way of life and custom which in the long run led to formation of religions and subsequent [...]
The role of setting in Anthony Burgess's dystopic novel A Clockwork Orange can be defined in a similar manner even though it does not immediately affect the way in which novel's characters address existential challenges, [...]
Cherry's attraction to Dallas is of essence in the story since it illustrates that the conflict between the two teenage groups is reconcilable."I had to.
Thesis statement: learning to listen is easy as compared to learning to see but hard to perfect. Even though it is the easiest approach to learning, listening remains the hardest skill to perfect as compared [...]
Inventions such as the steam engine, the telegram, photography, the telephone and the Trans Atlantic cable, the airplane, electricity, gas lighting and the electric bulb provided industries with a basis as to how to model [...]
The structure takes the character of young Alex as the narrator as well as the criminal protagonist with the main aim of showing the importance of allowing people to make their personal decisions regardless of [...]
Berry's poetry presents a striking portrayal of the speaker's despair for the world and the solace found in the presence of wild things.
This essay discusses the generational conflict in "Everything That Rises Must Converge" and grace and redemption in "A Good Man Is Hard to Find" to understand the author's viewpoints about life.
Jetil-Kijiner's "Dear Matafele Peinam" is a heartfelt poem that draws attention to the beauty of the Marshall Islands and the impact of climate change.
In Oedipus the King and "King of the Bingo Game," Sophocles and Ellison explore the interplay between fate and free will as their main characters navigate their respective circumstances and grapple with their ability to [...]
He is regarded as the father of literature and the first American writer to make a living mainly through his creative works.
The current paper highlights the subject of gender inequality, which is portrayed in A Doll's House through the characters and the plot, highlighting the injustice as the diminishment of women as individuals.
In the first quarter of the story, the protagonist, Victor Frankenstein, is a young and highly motivated scientist who believes he can bend the laws of the universe to his will.
McCandless' choice to leave his family and his previous way of life is another instance that lends credence to the claim that he was suffering from a mental condition.
This scene establishes the tone for the remainder of the narrative and conveys Phoenix's tenacity and fortitude to the reader. Phoenix finds herself in the town where she is treated with respect and kindness, and [...]
Opposing the fearsome nature of the titular beast with the peaceful demeanor of creatures like a lamb, the author raises the question of God's creative intent.
The poem Paradise Lost, written by John Milton, tells about the fall from Heaven to hell, through which a portrait of Satan is revealed to readers as one of the leading characters. From here, the [...]
The Tell-Tale Heart by Edgar Allen Poe is a story in the genre of horror, the main theme of which is the commission of a murder and the confession of it through great torments of [...]
The book focuses on the experience of Offred, a Handmaid whose only purpose in society is to serve the couple she is attached to and give birth to a baby for her masters.
One of the central themes of Lord of the Flies is the inherent wickedness and savagery of man and that individuals create evil as a bee produces honey.
Thus, the underlying motif of the poem revolves around the formidable potency and tenacity of hope, even in the face of dire tribulations and trials.
In "The Story of an Hour," Kate Chopin examines the main character's relationship with her husband and sister, the development of the main characters, and the use of symbolism to convey the theme of freedom [...]
Hence, it mocks the culture of pamphleteering and political ostentation that has developed in reaction to the Irish problem in addition to the unintentional evil of the English affluent and the hopelessness of the Irish [...]
The setting of "Snake" is more than just a backdrop; it is a canvas that shows the heart of the narrator's internal conflict.
It is the main problem because to get what they want, people erase the boundaries of humanity and deliberately kill others.
The image of the midwife "slapping" the child's "footsoles" creates a sense of urgency and physicality, emphasizing the harshness and reality of the birth process.
Thor Frohn-Nielsen, a professor in the Department of History at Kwantlen Polytechnic University, and Thomas Thorner, a member of the Department of History at Kwantlen University College, are the authors of the book.
The relations between Agamemnon and Clytemnestra in Agamemnon and Oedipus and Jocasta in Oedipus Rex represent the themes peculiar to the literature of that era.
To comprehend the author's intentions behind Beowulf and how it reflects the values of the past, it is essential to perceive what literary elements the unknown poet used to describe these elements.
She stands with her culture, and when her daughter, Dee, announces her intention to change her name to Wangero, she tries to elaborate on the importance of the family name, especially in creating a stronger [...]
The short stories in the book also help children understand the complexities of relationships and the various ways to tackle the challenges of friendships.
Geoffrey Chaucer's Troilus and Criseyde is a medieval poem that portrays a tragic love story between two central characters, Troilus and Criseyde. Troilus's vulnerability as a character and the depth of his love for Criseyde [...]
She did not move, she hardly stirred, her eyes closed like she was dreaming. She was a breathtaking sight, majestic and serene, her feathers like a painting,
The author uses Billie Jo's mother's absence and regrets Billie Jo to show how important the family unit is to the lives of people.
The below discussion reveals how people's deference to traditions and authority and their readiness to commit bad deeds in the name of superstitions are depicted in "The Lottery".
The social and economic changes in the 19-th century, the growth of the British Empire, and the author's personal experience are significant in conveying the story.
Deprived of his family and his past, he took root in a foreign country and adapted to the difficult conditions of life, just as Richard did.
The incorporation of two distinctive perspectives on the events transpiring in the book, namely, those of the Mendez and Munemitsus families, also contributes to reinforcing the powerful message that the book conveys: "Every child deserves [...]
In Chretien de Troyes' "Perceval, or The Story of the Grail," the protagonist, Perceval, receives instruction in chivalry from three different teachers: his mother, Gornemont, and the hermit.
The attachment of the heroes of the novel to Josie and Charity in relation to her can be explained as a kind of program embedded in them.
The lessons in the book are represented through the tree's selflessness, and the book promotes diversity by showing that kindness and generosity are universal values.
In addition to virtual support and competition, the main characters prove the possibility of falling in love online and becoming friends.
The extensive description of the journey along with the highly detailed depiction of people inhabiting America, the environment, and the related issues, can be seen as the primary advantage and strength of the letter.
Tolstoy's novel, "The Death of Ivan Ilych," is a meditation on life and morality, as seen through the eyes of a man who is nearing the end of his life.
He showed that none of the ABO gene alleles is unique to any race, and none of the ABO patterns correspond to the biological classifications of races.
The fusion of pornography and the noir crime novel is tough to achieve without erasing the noir themes of guilt, loss of identity, or sinister reaction to internal needs or social injustice and replacing them [...]
Mallon also discusses Spark's writing style and the themes that recur in her work, such as the nature of identity, the power of religion, and the role of women in society.
In the end, the reader's opinions of the narrator will be influenced by their own experiences and viewpoints, the author's storytelling ability, and the topics and motifs of the story.
Hamlet considers the plan to disturb Claudius and convince the audience of his guilt distracting attention from prayer and confession. Such innovations permeate the entire text, which allows the reader to assert that Hamlet did [...]
The poet's use of the metaphor "As Lightning to the Children Eased" is one illustration where the truth is compared to lightning.
Lucy was vulnerable to Dracula from the beginning, and she received a great deal of assistance from others during her illness.
The concept of surrealism is understood as a direction in bourgeois contemporary art, the purpose of which was to know the depths of the human subconscious, familiarize ourselves with supernatural phenomena and create a different [...]