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“The Monkey’s Paw” by Jacobs, William Wymark

Nevertheless, the filmmaker understood what elements are crucial to telling the story, thus keeping the story's features in the film. This act is crucial for the story's development, both in a book and a film.
  • Subjects: British Literature
  • Pages: 1
  • Words: 404

“The Things They Carried” by O’Brien

The suggested statement indicates that The Things They Carried by O'Brien broadcasts the horrors of the Vietnam War to the reader and allows one to understand the psychological aspects of that impact.
  • Subjects: World Literature
  • Pages: 1
  • Words: 375

After the Rain by Nnedi Okorafor: Book Analysis

The supernatural in this graphic novel serves as a tool and metaphor for demonstrating the search for the identity of a person who has returned to the conditions of a native but, at the same [...]
  • Subjects: World Literature
  • Pages: 2
  • Words: 506

Stories “Girl” by Kincaid vs. “Everyday Use” by Walker

In my opinion, in both Walker's and Kincaid's stories, there are the three themes of mother-daughter relationships, economic struggles, and societal expectations. In the case of Girl, the conflict is based on the concerns the [...]
  • Subjects: Comparative Literature
  • Pages: 2
  • Words: 642

“An Educated Death” by Thea Kozak Review

In this work, the main character is Thea Kozak, and the theme is the mysterious murder of a 16-year-old girl in a private school in Massachusetts.
  • Subjects: American Literature
  • Pages: 2
  • Words: 572

Does Shakespeare Still Matter?

Moreover, his persistence in making a significant impact on his audience made theater accessible to every person and shaped the modern cinematic arts.
  • Subjects: Writers
  • Pages: 1
  • Words: 329

“Harrison Bergeron” a Short Story by Vonnegut

Absolute equality is not an objective worth pursuing, as many people think, according to Vonnegut's argument in "Harrison Bergeron," but rather a misguided one that is destructive in both the process and the results.
  • Subjects: World Literature
  • Pages: 5
  • Words: 572

“Ordinary Men”: Analysis of Book by C. R. Browning

Considered to be one of the essential books of Holocaust literature, it relates the story of a single Reserve Police Battalion 101 stationed in Poland and tasked with the transportation and execution of Jewish prisoners.
  • Subjects: Historical Literature
  • Pages: 2
  • Words: 614

The Meaning of Culture: Analysis

Chapter three in the book by Trompenaars and Woolliams, named "Riding the Waves of Culture," provides the necessary information about the culture and its aspects.
  • Subjects: World Philosophy Literature
  • Pages: 1
  • Words: 288

Fadiman’s The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down

Fadiman's book highlights cross-cultural communication's importance in the American medical system through Hmong's history and the fish soup concept to show the medical profession's failure of the Hmong community and offers several solutions.
  • Subjects: American Literature
  • Pages: 3
  • Words: 950

“The Raven” Poem by Edgar Allen Poe

The raven's "Nevermore" throughout the poem is a repetition that enhances the poem's lyrical mood and emphasizes the main character's hopelessness.
  • Subjects: Poems
  • Pages: 1
  • Words: 305

Aristotle’s Poetics Ideas in Trifles by Susan Glaspell

The visual representation of the stage and characters, sounds, text of the play, and ideas agree with the drama regulations. In such a manner, Glaspell manages to construct a distinctive play that emphasizes women's centrality [...]
  • Subjects: Plays
  • Pages: 1
  • Words: 349

Significance of Shakespearean Literature Today

In his works, Shakespeare significantly contributed and enhanced the expression of humanism, which remains prevalent even in the modern world. Shakespeare's works still matter since their influence on humanism, language, and the film industry is [...]
  • Subjects: Writers
  • Pages: 1
  • Words: 332

“Kiss Me, Kate” a Broadway Play Review

In the course of the narrative, it impresses the viewer with skillful turns and unique and fascinating musical compositions."Kiss me, Kate" was a success from its very first appearance on Broadway and is a successful [...]
  • Subjects: Plays
  • Pages: 1
  • Words: 280

“Oklahoma” 1943 Broadway Play Review

The subsequent events are introduced by a 15-minute ballet dream sequence that is integral to the plot. Mythos, as one of Aristotle's elements, is determined by how it is set up and arranged to convey [...]
  • Subjects: Plays
  • Pages: 1
  • Words: 281

Reading “Discipline and Punish” by Foucault

In part one, the author analyzes the transition from brutal public torture in the middle of the 17th century to the nature of imprisonment characteristic of the beginning of the 19th century.
  • Subjects: World Philosophy Literature
  • Pages: 1
  • Words: 344

Reading “Crime and Punishment” by Dostoevsky

The most important moments from the first part occur in the second chapter, when Raskolnikov, in a conversation with Marmeladov, expresses his opinion that poverty is not a vice it is the truth, while severe [...]
  • Subjects: World Philosophy Literature
  • Pages: 2
  • Words: 588

The “Esperanza Rising” Novel by Pam Muñoz Ryan

The novel focuses on the life of Esperanza Ortega, who goes through various challenges in her life after the death of her father. The experiences of the main character prove that starting over is an [...]
  • Subjects: American Literature
  • Pages: 3
  • Words: 802

“From Topic to Thesis” Book by Kibbe

From Topic to Thesis: A Guide to Theological Research by Michael Kibbe is dedicated to preparing students and young scholars to conduct research in theology.
  • Subjects: World Literature
  • Pages: 1
  • Words: 358

Immigrants in The Jungle by Upton Sinclair

The hardship of immigrants is the central theme of The Jungle. Sinclair utilizes the plural form of "you" to connect the reader to both the individual and the scenario.
  • Subjects: American Literature
  • Pages: 1
  • Words: 328

The Book “Freedom Summer” by Bruce Watson

The selected book, therefore, explores the efforts of some of the involved stakeholders and how their contributions led to the establishment of a democratic nation.
  • Subjects: Historical Literature
  • Pages: 4
  • Words: 1186

“A Farewell to Arms” Character Change

In the transitional situation, Henry has to deal with the loss of a friend due to the war. I equate this to losing two of my close relatives, a situation that has made me focus [...]
  • Subjects: American Literature
  • Pages: 1
  • Words: 349

The “Inherit the Wind” Play by Lawrence and Lee

Developing the characters' personalities within the scope of the trial, Lawrence and Lee state that despite having the exact cause of seeking the truth, religion and science are different.
  • Subjects: Plays
  • Pages: 2
  • Words: 675

Community Conflict in The Odyssey

The Iliad heroes, Diomedes and Glaucus, provide a glimpse into the constructs of community and conflict. Such a story is that of Glaucus and Diomedes who recognized their ancestors as heroes, resulting in mutual respect [...]
  • Subjects: Poems
  • Pages: 2
  • Words: 566

The “Dear Evan Hansen” Play by Steven Levenson

In the first act, Evan Hansen writes himself a letter, mentioning that he should not worry about anything and be the way he is. Evan is not perfect, but he learned to accept himself, which [...]
  • Subjects: Plays
  • Pages: 3
  • Words: 829

Farid Ud-Din Attar’s The Conference of the Birds

The prologue of the book is highly engaging, and I found quite a few of the comments to be intriguing. Essentially, it makes sense to claim that the statement alludes to the complicated realities of [...]
  • Subjects: Poems
  • Pages: 1
  • Words: 384

“The Conference of the Birds” by Farid Ud-Din Attar

The cycle of poems tells about how the birds, representing seekers of enlightenment and union with the Divine, prepare for a pilgrimage to the magical valley where the Simurgh, who represents the Supreme God, lives. [...]
  • Subjects: Poems
  • Pages: 4
  • Words: 1000

Heroic Quests in Sundiata and Popol Vuh

Examples can be found in Sundiata: An Epic of Old Mali, telling about the heroic quest of Sundiata, and in Popol Vuh: The Mayan Book of the Dawn of Life, telling about the heroic twins [...]
  • Subjects: Mythology
  • Pages: 3
  • Words: 837

Implications of Literary Themes in Everyday Life

Racial prejudice, morality, and the importance of the law are common themes in To Kill A Mockingbird, and their implication in life is readily apparent.
  • Subjects: Themes in American Novels
  • Pages: 1
  • Words: 338

Gone to Pot and the Superiority Theory of Comedy

This is true for Jess and Swan: from the first time Swan is introduced in Gone to Pot, it is clear to the reader that the protagonist does not take Swan seriously primarily because of [...]
  • Subjects: World Literature
  • Pages: 2
  • Words: 1701

Characterization and Imagery in Morrison’s “Recitatif”

Morrison utilizes the element of characterization and imagery of her characters in the story to portray the idea of internalized racism to the audience as it plays with the reader's mind by being ambiguous about [...]
  • Subjects: American Literature
  • Pages: 2
  • Words: 578

Comparison of Anton Rosicky and Rip Van Winkle

The current discussion will compare the differences exhibited by Anton Rosicky and Rip Van Winkle in terms of conflicts, dependence/independence, and communication. First, the author presents the significance and the position of the character's friends [...]
  • Subjects: American Literature
  • Pages: 4
  • Words: 1128

Moll Flanders: Her Qualities as a Character

The present essay attempts to bring her personal qualities out to prove that Moll is a complex and realistic person who should not be viewed as a purely positive or negative character.
  • Subjects: British Literature
  • Pages: 1
  • Words: 392

War’s Effect on Perception in Literary Characters

Frederic Henry, in A Farewell to Arms by Ernest Hemingway, drastically changes his attitude and perspective about war because of the leg injury he receives, the loss of his ambulance crew, and the execution of [...]
  • Subjects: American Literature
  • Pages: 1
  • Words: 413

Magic 8 Ball by K. Pau: A Play Analysis

It is important to note that the play Magic 8 Ball by Kimberly Pau is about two girls, Melissa and Elizabeth, who use the ball to ask personal questions about their future. It is evident [...]
  • Subjects: Plays
  • Pages: 3
  • Words: 750

Books About Fathers by K. Negley and N. Wing

At the moment, he is a father, so he has to care about the family and the child. In general, children's books devote more attention to fatherhood and the role of a father in the [...]
  • Subjects: World Literature
  • Pages: 2
  • Words: 584

The Moral Side of Political Questions by Sheldon

In the course of the chapter in question, Maxwell tries to think deeply about many thoughts in his head, not without questions about a life of service to Jesus.
  • Subjects: World Literature
  • Pages: 1
  • Words: 364

Modernism in Short Stories and Poems

In "Hills like white elephant," the author applies four features of modernism; the first trait that places the poem in modernism is not the use of romanticism.
  • Subjects: Comparative Literature
  • Pages: 2
  • Words: 565

The “Black Fatherhood” Book by Khalid Akil White

The role of society in the plight of black children is often underplayed, and the work seeks to remedy that, refusing to look at the issue as purely a problem of character.
  • Subjects: American Literature
  • Pages: 3
  • Words: 940

Queen Guinevere in Malory’s “Le Morte d’Arthur”

Through the narrative of Queen Guinevere, it is possible to reflect on the concept of loyalty and the extent to which it can expand, and the contradictory morals related to love and betrayal.
  • Subjects: British Literature
  • Pages: 2
  • Words: 500

The Book “House of Cards” by William Cohan

The failure of the investment bank is important as it reflects the inability of the management to mitigate risks. The event is essential because of the statement made by the hedge fund manager that bank [...]
  • Subjects: American Literature
  • Pages: 1
  • Words: 180

Oration on the Dignity of Man by Giovanni Pico

In Oration on the Dignity of Man Giovanni Pico, an Italian Renaissance philosopher, shares his perspective on the concept of a man being at the center of all that God has created.
  • Subjects: World Philosophy Literature
  • Pages: 2
  • Words: 627

Forget Tradition: “The Lottery” by Shirley Jackson

There is a high chance that Old Man Warner is not concerned about the lottery itself as he is worried about preserving the old traditions. Once the lottery is forgotten, the habitual way of life [...]
  • Subjects: American Literature
  • Pages: 2
  • Words: 589

Shakespeare and the Star Wars Saga

In Shakespeare's days, the onus of providing direction rested on both the text and the actor responsible for it. The playhouse was and continues to be the essential prop in the theater, just as it [...]
  • Subjects: World Literature
  • Pages: 5
  • Words: 1392

Analysis of A Princess in Theory by Alyssa Cole

With the help of various turns and techniques, the author makes the reader feel the relevance and simplicity of the story, despite the fact that it is fictional.
  • Subjects: World Literature
  • Pages: 5
  • Words: 1394

The Novel “A Man of the People” by Chinua Achebe

The element of fiction and defined narrative of characters makes the reader relate to diverse ideas that might be expressed in the books more easily, which allows an indirect communication between the author's perspective and [...]
  • Subjects: World Literature
  • Pages: 3
  • Words: 859

Analysis of In the Midst of Winter by Isabel Allende

Therefore, the setting and characters' situations in Allende's novel align with the adverse effects of the COVID-19 pandemic as they cause psychological issues and trauma to people.
  • Subjects: World Literature
  • Pages: 3
  • Words: 817

Interpretation of Theme in “Harlem” Poem by Hughes

The general theme of the poem is the discussion of the goals and objectives. Eventually, it refers to the emotional state and psychological well-being of the people who have hardships with keeping an interest in [...]
  • Subjects: Poems
  • Pages: 3
  • Words: 856

The Black Vampyre and The Masque of the Red Death

The Masque challenges the concept of immortality presented in The Black Vampyre to reveal the inevitability of death. The statement may lead to philosophical discussions and a deeper understanding of mythology, but the general knowledge [...]
  • Subjects: World Literature
  • Pages: 4
  • Words: 1129

Performative Contribution to the Discursive Aspects

Alzheimer's by Kelly Cherry explores the interaction between the human mind and the resilience of the environment. This change reflects the decline in a man's physical and mental abilities due to Alzheimer's disease.
  • Subjects: Poems
  • Pages: 4
  • Words: 1093

Reality and Illusion in Shakespeare’s Hamlet

The last and the greatest deceiving character is Claudius, who is far from being the brave brother of the monarch who ascended to the throne in order to protect the kingdom. It is evident that [...]
  • Subjects: Plays
  • Pages: 1
  • Words: 309

The Incorporation of Feminism in Literature

By focusing on the character, the book portrays the demand for feminism in society to allow females to have the ability and potential to undertake some responsibilities persevered by their male counterparts. The belief in [...]
  • Subjects: Gender in Literature
  • Pages: 5
  • Words: 1476

“The Monkey’s Paw” by Jacobs

When they are presented with the monkey's paw, they ignore the warnings and refuse to get rid of the wish-granting item. The consequences of whishing on the monkey's paw do not hesitate to knock on [...]
  • Subjects: British Literature
  • Pages: 6
  • Words: 550

Dilemmas Regarding Racism: Memoir “Men We Reaped”

She later realizes that her brothers and close friends died due to historical and systemic racism and economic injustices that forced them to engage in drug and substance abuse and the dissolution of families among [...]
  • Subjects: World Literature
  • Pages: 2
  • Words: 574

The Play “A Raisin in the Sun” by Lorraine Hansberry

As a result, the educated and intelligent Beneatha chooses the sincere Asagai, with whom she is not shy about leaving her hair curled and dancing to African music. Thus, Beneatha is a strong heroine who [...]
  • Subjects: Plays
  • Pages: 3
  • Words: 814

The Novel “The Crying of Lot 49” by Thomas Pynchon

The author interprets it as a symbol of the destruction and degeneration of Western civilization, the deadening of the intellect, and the degradation of human relationships.
  • Subjects: Aspects of American Novels
  • Pages: 5
  • Words: 1434

Langston Hughes’s “I, Too”: Topic, Main Idea, and Structure

Langston Hughes wrote the poem "I, Too" to express his concern about how African Americans are racially discriminated against and excluded from the essential matters concerning the society despite being Americans like the white population. [...]
  • Subjects: Poems
  • Pages: 1
  • Words: 311

We Take Vacations Story by Melissa Day Reid

The host seems to be a well-off family, expressed by the narrator's description of the dresses and nightgowns, the bathrooms in the house, and the interior decor.
  • Subjects: Themes in American Novels
  • Pages: 4
  • Words: 1082

Development of Ezra Pound’s Anti-Semitic Views

The American Revolution, the involvement of Rothschilds, and Hazard Circular made it clear to Pound that the Jews were included in the conspiracy, and this is how Ezra's own opinion about this nation changed.
  • Subjects: Poems
  • Pages: 4
  • Words: 1301

Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein Critical Analysis

Hetherington's "The Creator and Created Review of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein" demonstrates that Shelley's religious views and lifestyle influence Frankenstein and that Mary's modernity may be replicated in chronicles to comprehend their meaning.
  • Subjects: British Literature
  • Pages: 2
  • Words: 673

The Adventures of Beekle Book by Dan Santat

In the beginning, the story introduces the setting of the imaginary world and the main character Beekle. Children were able to elicit the main concept of the story about the meaningfulness of friendship and socialization.
  • Subjects: American Literature
  • Pages: 3
  • Words: 938

Conflict in “Frankenstein” Novel by Mary Shelley

The novel's main conflict revolves around negligence of responsibility in the name of ambition and the consequences of such actions. Refusing to take responsibility for producing a monster, the scientist loses his loved ones at [...]
  • Subjects: British Literature
  • Pages: 1
  • Words: 282

Poe’s Short Story “The Cask of Amontillado”

At the time of the trial, Montresor is proud of what he did because it was fair in his eyes. According to this alternative reading of the event, Montresor sees family honor as his adversary, [...]
  • Subjects: American Literature
  • Pages: 2
  • Words: 606