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Symbolism in "The Glass Menagerie", 2007.
An analysis of Tennessee Williams' successful use of symbolism and imagery in his play, "The Glass Menagerie."
1,711 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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This paper introduces, discusses and analyzes the play "The Glass Menagerie" by Tennessee Williams. Specifically, it discusses symbolism and imagery in the play and shows how Williams successfully employs symbolism to make the characters more real and the message of the play clearer. It concludes that Williams uses these literary devices to create a poignant and significant piece of American literature.
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"In conclusion, this famous play is full of rich symbolism and imagery, which are quite common elements of William's writing. The use of these literary elements makes the play richer, more memorable and poignant. The characters are memorable, but the way Williams weaves the symbolism and imagery around them to create texture and even light, creates a complex drama that touches readers and makes it linger in their minds. It also makes the characters more real and compelling to the reader. The images and symbolism add depth and detail to the people and the plot of the play. When the candles go dim at the end, the audience senses the real tragedy of the play. Nothing is sure, and hope is often only an illusion. "The Glass Menagerie" could be a symbol of all the hopeless lives spent living "trapped in circumstance.""
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"Richard III" and "Henry IV", 2007.
An analysis of the lying and cheating of the main characters in William Shakespeare's historical plays, "Richard III" and "Henry IV."
1,356 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 45.95
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This paper discusses and analyzes William Shakespeare's historical plays, "Richard III" and "Henry IV." It discusses the characters of Richard III, formerly the Duke of Gloucester, and Falstaff, prince Hal's friend. The paper specifically focuses on their negative characteristics, such as lying and how they used lying to achieve their goals. The paper presents examples from both plays to illustrate the extent of each character's lying.
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"During this conflict, Henry shows his bitterness at not having his eldest son, prince Hal to help him in the military matters. Hal is, at this time, with a group of rogues and villains who accompany him in his unlawful actions. Falstaff is the most famous of these, and seems to be Shakespeare's best known personification of falseness (a word from which his name is undoubtedly derived) lying and deceit. Falstaff uses dissembling as a means to achieve both fortune and fame, pretending even to have killed Hotspur in the battle. But even more so, he achieves through permanent lying to create almost a myth about himself, arguing through such skilled rhetoric that he even overtake Richard III, that honor and morality are of no use whatsoever and that they lose their value as soon as they are opposed to the only true thing there is: life."
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"A Doll's House", 2007.
A review of Henrik Ibsen's play "A Doll's House".
1,451 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 48.95
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This paper discusses how Henrik Ibsen's play "A Doll's House" holds an unsurpassed place in the history of women's emancipation movement. The fact that it was a man who wrote this and not a woman lends it even further credibility since it highlights the truth that pain and anguish of women are not only felt by women themselves but by all perceptive empathetic individuals. It examines how the play appeared in 1879 when women were still completely suppressed and success of marriage was dependent on women's obedience, subservience and silence and how it was in such times that Ibsen came forward with a completely refreshing viewpoint on the issue.
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"Females like Nora did not find heavy presence in literature and the few cases where they did, social norms still heavily influenced their acceptance. For this reason Nora's role gained immense significance in theatrical circles especially among the younger generation, many of who accepted Nora's words as their pearls of wisdom. She became a role model for younger women and the importance of her role in triggering the revolution for emancipation cannot be denied. Critics feel that subjugation of women in the 19th century could be attributed to their financial dependence. Since they were not participating in the economic activity, they had only their husbands to rely on for monetary assistance."
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Moral and Social Consciousness, 2007.
This paper looks at the aspects of moral and social consciousness in Henrik Ibsen's "A Doll's House" and Charlotte Perkins Gilman's "The Yellow Wallpaper".
1,054 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 37.95
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In this article, the writer introduces, discusses and analyzes the works "A Doll's House" by Henrik Ibsen and "The Yellow Wallpaper" by Charlotte Perkins Gilman. Specifically, the paper discusses moral and social consciousness in service to others in the two stories. The writer notes that both of these stories raise issues of moral and social consciousness, and make the reader more aware of how society viewed and treated women during the Victorian Age. The writer points out that the characters in both stories must conquer obstacles and fight for what they believe is right, even if it goes against the culture and belief systems of the time. In conclusion, these two stories indicate how important moral and social consciousness is in our society, and how it can be a great service to others in trouble or in need.
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"Nora may never return to the family, and she will face many obstacles attempting to make a living on her own at a time when few middle- or upper-class women worked outside the home."
"Both women fought for what they knew was right at a time when women were literally kept behind closed doors for most of the time. Both women could see the wrongs and injustices in society, and both knew there had to be more for them somewhere else. The narrator pays the highest cost because she gives up her sanity and her family, and she faces the greatest obstacles to a normal life. It is interesting that the male author (Ibsen) creates a character that seems irrational in her decision to leave, while the female author creates a character that is quite sympathetic even as madness creeps up on her. This indicates just how different male and female views were at the time. Both women fought and spoke out about wrongs, but they were viewed differently even by their own authors."
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'A Doll's House', 2006.
A review of 'A Doll's House' by Henrik Ibsen.
1,207 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper reviews and discusses Henrik Ibsen's work, 'A Doll's House'.
The paper also analyzes the various symbols throughout the play. According to the paper, this work is more of a tragedy than a comedy.
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"Nora does bring about some of her own problems by lying to Torvald, even though she feels like it will save his life. The fact that she has been lying to her husband for so long cannot lead to anything good, since their whole marriage is based on a lie. Despite this, she is not really a victim and does not deserve the harsh treatment Torvald gives her when he finds out the truth. I think that Ibsen wanted to show Nora as a victim who only found out the true nature of her husband because she had to make a tough choice. Personally, I think that Nora was a victim of both society and her own poor choices; she tried to fill the accepted role of wife and mother but did not uphold that role by lying and trying to protect her husband."
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"Hamlet", 2007.
An analysis of the theme of the fate of the world and the fate of kings being tied together, as seen in "Hamlet" by William Shakespeare.
937 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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This paper discusses the play "Hamlet," by William Shakespeare with a focus on the concept that the role and plight of Hamlet in his family mirrors the state of the kingdom and then becomes a means of restoring order to a world in turmoil. It also contrasts Hamlet's character and family situation with the family of Polonius, his father's adviser.
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"The fact that the kingdom is in turmoil is reflected not just in the tensions in the court and the storm that may be brewing outside but even more in the fact that Hamlet's father's ghost appears. Hamlet is told what to do by the ghost of his father, whom he meets on the ramparts at night, a portent to all of things to come. Hamlet is called upon to kill Claudius and so to revenge his father's death. This act will also restore order to the kingdom. Some see the ghost as a demonic influence who should not be trusted, and Hamlet himself hesitates as if unsure that the ghost is telling the truth. Hamlet may want revenge, but his actions are not simply attempts to get revenge."
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Falstaff in "Henry IV", 2007.
A discussion of the figure Falstaff in Shakespeare's "Henry IV".
1,297 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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This paper explores the role and character of Falstaff in Shakespeare's play "Henry IV". The paper acknowledges Falstaff's role as comic relief and his part in Prince Harry's life. This friendship is considered in the paper as well. Several opinions of Falstaff from noted Shakespeare experts are presented along with the writer's view of this character. The paper concludes by stating Falstaff was a necessary figure in the play because he was the only character with whom Prince Harry spoke candidly and often truthfully.
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"Falstaff made life exciting for Prince Harry, and he was fun to be around. His character is in sharp contrast with the nobility which will be Harry's companions at court when he becomes King, and seems to be quite dishonest by comparison. However, in some ways, he is truer than any of the noblemen, because he is quite candid concerning his own self interest. It is not that he does not lie. He does, in the last scene of Act II, when he tells about how he and his companions were robbed by other highwaymen after capturing their prize, "All! I know not what you call all; but if I fought not with fifty of them, I am a bunch of radish: if there were not two or three and fifty upon poor old Jack, then am I no two-legged creature." Harry and Poins were, of course, the robbers who fell on them as a practical joke, and they all fled immediately. As Falstaff tells the tale and answers questions the lies become more and more exaggerated."
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"Fences", 2007.
This paper analyzes the theme of fatherhood in the play "Fences" by August Wilson.
1,389 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 46.95
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The paper discusses Wilson's opinion and vision of fatherhood in the story and what critics think about this vision. The paper shows how Wilson's opinion of fatherhood in this play is colored by his own experiences and inability to understand and forgive his father. The paper illustrates how his portrayal of Troy Maxson is therefore partially based on his strained relationship with his stepfather. The paper discusses how Wilson's hope is to allow sons to learn from their fathers, while not committing the same mistakes their fathers made. However, the paper points out that his play illustrates just how difficult it is for fathers and sons to put the past behind them.
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"The play follows the lives of the Maxson family, Troy, the father, and Cory and Lyons, his sons. Like most fathers, Troy wants more for his sons than he has, but he often goes about influencing them the wrong way. Wilson based the quarrels between father and sons on his own relationship with his father and stepfather, which may explain why his portrayal of fatherhood is so difficult to read. Critic Sandra G. Shannon notes, "The playwright's own turbulent passage into manhood with neither financial nor emotional support from his father is reflected in the escalating battle royal between the antagonistic Troy and his defiant son Cory" (Shannon 92)."
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Fanny Brice, 2007.
This paper analyzes the life of Jewish comedienne Fanny Brice.
947 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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The paper discusses the life of Fanny Brice, a legendary performer in the 1920s and 30s who performed on Broadway, in burlesque and in the famous Ziegfeld Follies. The paper shows how Fanny Brice was a remarkable entertainer and woman. The paper relates that she was incredibly talented and learned how to perform by gauging her audience and finding what worked for her own personality, looks and talents. The paper notes that she was one of the first successful Jewish comediennes who is still remembered for her wit and outrageous characters.
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"Fanny Brice was born in New York City in 1891. Her parents were immigrants who owned saloons, and her real name was Fania Borach. She began performing early in her life, and aspired to be a serious actress, but her Semitic looks always forced her into character parts. In fact, while she often sang humorous songs with a Yiddish accent, in reality she did not even speak Yiddish (Editors, 2006). She was also tall and skinny, which made her stand out from most of the chorus girls of the time, who were more statuesque (Sorel, 1986, p. 81). In 1906, she won an amateur night contest at a famous vaudeville theater at the age of fourteen, and her career in the theater got its start. She dropped out of school after the eighth grade to concentrate on her career."
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Horatio and Hamlet, 2007.
An analysis of the genuine friendship between Horatio and Hamletin William Shakespeare's famous play, "Hamlet".
1,636 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 53.95
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The paper portrays how the relationship between Horatio and Hamlet, in Shakespeare's play, Hamlet", is based on extraordinary trust and confidence. The paper illustrates how Horatio is genuinely interested in Hamlet's welfare and Hamlet recognizes this, thus even in the midst of his lunatic fits, Hamlet doesn't fail to praise Horatio for his selfless devotion. The paper notes that a striking feature of their relationship is the secrecy and privacy of information that Hamlet demands and Horatio readily respects. The paper also shows how Horatio's concern is genuine but his protection style is passive which shows maturity and respect.
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"It is in the very beginning of the play, Act I, Scene II, that we realize what this relationship means as the strength of it becomes evident when Horatio encounters the apparition of Hamlet's father and feels that Hamlet must be told. Even though Horatio understands that this information could be both painful and dangerous for the very fragile Hamlet, still he wants him to know since the information could be of significance. Horatio fully recognizes the repercussions of communicating this information since he has seen such visions leading to murder and conflicts."
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The Tragedy of Hamlet, 2003.
A review of 'Hamlet' by William Shakespeare.
818 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 29.95
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This paper takes a look at William Shakespeare's most famous play, 'Hamlet'. According to the paper, at face value the plot appears to be relatively simple. The paper goes on to explain, however, that, upon taking a closer look, one realizes that the play has many psychological and metaphysical implications: it is, in fact a meditation on the nature of man, as well as a meditation on life in general.
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"At both the psychological and philosophical levels of the play, the Shakespearian text reveals a very important theme- that of the contrast between appearance and reality. The structure of the play and its main events unfold this contrast: the double crime is called a "foul play" by Hamlet upon his hearing from Horatio about the apparition of the ghost of his father. This term intimates that the events as apparent in the play have a hidden meaning. Also, play becomes again important in what was called the "play within play" scene, where it is Hamlet's turn to play and stage a tragedy for Claudius with the aid of some actors, in which he inserts a few lines that speak of his father's murder. Thus, the "play" or the act of playing at reality becomes a central theme of Hamlet. "
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