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Eliot and Realism, 2008.
An analysis of the realism in George Eliot's works.
1,520 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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The paper describes the realism of Eliot in both her prose and her poems as so intense that if the reader would close his or her eyes while still reading, they would see the images invoked in the work. The paper provides and analyzes several excerpts from Eliot's works.
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"George Eliot's work is engaging on so many levels, she draws the reader in to the web of the situation that is depicted. One of the most engaging aspects of most of her work is the engrossing realism. The realism is so intense that if the reader could close his or her eyes, while still reading they would see the images invoked in the work. This is true of Eliot's beloved novels as well as her prolific, but frequently unpublished works of poetry. Eliot demonstrates a sense of the age, naturalism and realism dominate the ideals of the Victorian era. Eliot has a way of making even the most mundane of scenes picturesque."
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Tennyson's Poems of Ulysses, 2008.
An analysis of Alfred Lord Tennyson's depictions of Ulysses in his poems, "The Lotos-Eaters" and "Ulysses."
2,408 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 73.95
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This paper discusses and analyzes two poems by Alfred Lord Tennyson that were derived from Homer and which concern different periods in the life of Ulysses: "The Lotos-Eaters" and "Ulysses." The paper describes how Tennyson addresses the attitudes and feelings of Ulysses through the poems, as well as the heroic reputation of Ulysses.
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"The poem "Ulysses" was written a decade after "The Lotos-Eaters" and addresses the attitudes and feelings of Ulysses after the events of The Odyssey. The subject of the poem is thought to be as much Tennyson's recently deceased friend Henry Hallam as Ulysses, though Tennyson finds in the later years of the Greek hero certain evocations of his friend and of his own melancholy at his friend's death. Ulysses in the poem is on his death-bed, as was Hallam before, and this allows Tennyson to create a dramatic situation in which the dying Ulysses speaks to many of his dead sailors. Ulysses by this time has lost faith in the gods, in himself, and even in the future of his kingdom, and this loss of faith is the central issue in the poem and may reflect Tennyson's own questioning of what he has accepted as true in his life."
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"Democracy, An American Novel", 2008.
A review of the book "Democracy, An American Novel" by Henry Adams.
1,167 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 40.95
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This paper reviews Henry Adams' book "Democracy, An American Novel", set in Washington, D.C., in the 1870s, during the highly emotional period after the Civil War. The paper relates the story of the book as well as the message conveyed regarding Adams' skepticism about politics in the United States. The paper further relates that, in the book, Adam points out serious national problems being handled by politicians pretending to know what they are doing. The writer specifically discusses her appreciation for the clever and creative way that Adams used a woman, Madeleine Lee, a widow, as an important character in the book.
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"Henry Adams was the son of a well-known congressman (Charles Francis Adams), a teacher at Harvard University, and he was also a journalist, travel writer, editor and he wrote novels, the best known being The Education of Henry Adams: A Study of Twentieth-Century Multiplicity. He received a Pulitzer Prize in 1919 for The Education of Henry Adams, posthumously. His historical writings about Thomas Jefferson and James Madison were respected; other works he wrote, including The Education of Henry Adams, were considered satirical and used irony and humor to critique the system of education that he thought had failed his generation and not prepared his generation for the industrial revolution."
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Alexandre Dumas' "Man in the Iron Mask", 2008.
Analyzes the 1850 classic Alexandre Dumas' "Man in the Iron Mask".
2,070 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 65.95
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This paper explains that Alexandre Dumas' storyline in his book "Man in the Iron Mask" follows the theory that the man in the iron mask is the identical twin to Louis XIV, who was in a power struggle for the crown. The paper points out that the two main settings of the French Court and the Bastille are essential to the theme of plot. The paper also points out that, although there are many ways in which Dumas stretches the reality of not just the characters involved but also the history of France itself to accommodate his telling of conspiracy and suspense, over the years, no one has been able to resolve if this book is truth or fiction.
Table of Contents:
Plot Summary
Settings
Reality v Fiction
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"The French Court also serves to contrast the life between the privileged wealthy, the middle class - like the Musketeers - who are allowed to mingle with the wealthy, but whose own fortunes and social position prevent them from being elevated to the highest levels of society. It does, however, afford them enough freedom and power to be able to assist in carrying out the plot to switch the prisoners. In fact, the middle class Musketeers are essential to a successful plot against the king. This is true in Dumas' story, as it would be in reality."
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Socrates, 2008.
A review on the importance regarding the nature of civic duty, as described by Socrates in "Apology" and the "Crito."
1,638 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 0 sources, $ 53.95
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The paper states that within the "Apology" and the "Crito" several points of extreme importance to Socrates are outlined regarding the nature of civic duty. Some have said that the two works contradict one another in that in the "Apology", Socrates states that he would break the law if there were a law made that said he could no longer practice philosophy and in the "Crito" he outlines the dire responsibility to uphold the laws of the state, and in this case allow himself to be put to death, rather than fleeing. This paper argues that there is no contradiction in the messages of Socrates, as he is consistently alluding to the idea that the laws, though just, are being applied unjustly, in his conviction.
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"Socrates, believes that his responsibility to Athens, and to god is to maintain the calling set for him, he does not say he would break the law if he was to be given the option of leaving the court never to practice philosophy again, he says he would rather die than live a life contrary to God by not practicing philosophy for the betterment of the world, and of Athens. In other words, his honor is to serve God and Athens and accepting such a sentence would be contrary to both. 'Wherever a man has taken up a position because he considers it best, or has been posted there by his commander, that is where I believe he should remain, steadfast in danger, taking no account at all of death or of anything else rather than dishonor." (p. 380) Socrates believes that the people who are accusing and convicting him in his trial are abandoning the truth and therefore living contrary to God and to the state of their own souls."
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Victims of Social Mores or Victims of Character?, 2008.
An analysis of the main characters in Anton Chekhov's "The Lady with the Dog," Leo Tolstoy's "The Death of Ivan Ilyich" and Henrik Ibsen "Hedda Gabler".
1,232 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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The paper questions whether society makes the man or whether the character of the individual determines his or her fate. The paper studies the protagonists of the 19th century stories "The Death of Ivan Ilyich," "The Lady with the Dog" and "Hedda Gabler" and shows how, although all of the protagonists are subject to social shaping, none of them are innocent. The paper explains that all characters show some free will in their actions, to the extent to which they allow their love of creature comforts or fear of what people will say to prevent them doing from what they morally know is right.
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"Anton Chekhov's "The Lady with the Dog" has a female protagonist named Anna who is married to a man she does respect, a man very similar to Tolstoy's unattractive central character, a man she calls a flunky. She unexpectedly falls in love with a man while she is on a seaside vacation in Yalta who is not her husband, a man who is also trapped in a loveless marriage named Gurov. Anna and Gurov married before they knew what love truly could feel like, but the live in a society where divorce is a kind of social death."
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Heroism in Literature, 2008.
An examination of the concept of a hero in "Beowulf",
Homer's "The Iliad", "Gilgamesh", Homer's "The Odyssey" and "Tale of the Heike".
1,866 words (approx. 7.5 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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The paper examines five works of ancient literature, "Beowulf",
Homer's "The Iliad", "Gilgamesh", Homer's "The Odyssey" and "Tale of the Heike" in order to determine the meaning of the hero concept as advocated by their authors. The paper relates that Beowulf, Achilles and Odysseus battle against physical monsters, while the Samurai fights a symbolically spiritual battle, although spirituality does play a vitally important role in the lives of all heroes. The paper also shows how society determines the main qualities of the heroes as they manifest themselves in the particular literature of a specific time and a specific region.
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Beowulf
The Iliad
Gilgamesh
The Odyssey
Tale of the Heike
Conclusion
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"The word "hero" today entails a variety of meanings, depending upon the situation, the person referred to, and the mindset of the person speaking. Generally, the connotation of the word refers to somebody who performs a brave action regardless of the danger to him or herself. When examining the ancient literature from different cultures, the meaning of the word "hero" can be estimated and compared with others of its time, and also more modern meanings attached to the word. To this end, five works of ancient literature are examined in order to determine the meaning of the hero concept as advocated by their authors."
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Harry Potter and Wicca, 2008.
This paper explores the contention of some that reading Harry Potter will encourage children to believe in the religion of Wicca, a religion of witchcraft.
2,308 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 71.95
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The paper discusses the belief of many Christians that Harry Potter is more than just a literary fantasy; it is imbued with evil witchcraft and wizardry and it goes against the teachings of the Bible. The paper examines the religion of Wicca and takes a close look to ascertain whether Harry Potter novels really encourage Satanism and Wicca. The paper asserts that with proper guidance from parents and teachers, there is no way for children to consider Harry Potter as anything more than literary fantasy.
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"Who would ever think that a woman who wrote a story about a boy-wizard during a train trip from Manchester to London would change the literary world forever? For over a decade and a half, Harry Potter became a household name and has been read by people from all walks of life and different age groups. The appeal is not simply because of the wonderful world of wizards and witches J.K. Rowling took us but the stories are fantastic and mesmerizing. Starting with Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (Sorcerer's Stone for American audience) in 1997 and bringing us the seventh book, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, which was recently released, Rowling's fame - and fortune never wavered but instead continued to sore unchartered heights in the literary world. Despite the fame and success of the seven Harry Potter books and five Hollywood-made movies to-date, Rowling and her creation is not without controversy."
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"Lord of the Flies", 2008.
An analysis of "Lord of the Flies," by William Golding, as a classic coming of age novel, focusing on the themes of society and violence.
1,249 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper analyzes the theme in William Golding's novel "Lord of the Flies", about the superficiality of imposed social order and the violence underlying it. The writer describes how Golding shows two sides of society in Jack's group and Ralph's group and how quickly one side or the other can degenerate and turn ugly. The writer also discusses why Ralph is unable to maintain a leadership role in the group as well as the role of Piggy as the outcast, misunderstood individual in society.
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"Ralph's frustration stems from the fact that he is more mature and serious than many of the other children, who seem to ignore the danger they face and the seriousness of their predicament. Ralph is attempting to be a mature leader, and he is discovering an unpleasant aspect of society - people tend to sit back and let a leader do all the work while they reap the benefits. Ralph is taking responsibility for the safety and welfare of the group, while they let him. Again, this is Golding's way of attacking society and how it functions, blended with human nature."
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Heroes, Loyalty and Devotion, 2008.
A comparison and contrast of the ideal hero in "Beowulf" and "The Tale of the Heike".
1,159 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 39.95
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The paper shows how despite a similar emphasis on loyalty, the way that this value is celebrated in "Beowulf and "The Tale of the Heike" is very different. The paper explains that the hero Beowulf demonstrates his prowess through individual struggle and excellence while the good warriors of the "The Tale of the Heike" collectively show their greatness through their loyalty to their lord. The paper clarifies further that the negation of the self shown by Beowulf is demonstrated by putting the lives of others before his own to make a better community while the negation of the self in "The Tale of Heike" is shown in unswerving devotion to a lord above all other things and showing ruthlessness in battle towards the enemy that opposes the lord.
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"Both "Beowulf" and "The Tale of the Heike" relate military narratives of bloody, bitter conflicts in war-torn societies where human civilization is fragile and savage threats are common. Men and women must band together, just to survive. The heroic individuals that triumph in these early sagas of early Scandinavian and feudal Japan define the values of their early societies by the ethics and character they show during trying times. "Beowulf's" triumphs are physical, like his triumph over Grendel, as well as spiritual, and the warriors of "The Tale of the Heike," even when defeated win moral victories over their enemies because of the superior loyalty they show to their lord and to the emperor."
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The Concept of Family, 2008.
A comparison of two literary works, "A Raisin in the Sun" by Lorraine Hansberry and "Barn Burning" by William Faulkner.
1,696 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 54.95
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The paper analyzes the works "A Raisin in the Sun" by Lorraine Hansberry and "Barn Burning" by William Faulkner. Specifically, it compares the concept of family in the two works - the unity and disunity in the families and how this unity influences the lives of the entire family. Both stories are about families, but two very different families. One is a family that overcomes obstacles to reach their goals, while the other is a dysfunctional family that tears itself apart strictly as a result of the father's actions. The paper states that the main characters' growth directly affects the outcome of both stories and the families themselves. The paper comments that without this growth, neither work would be as memorable or carry such an important message. The paper concludes that character growth is essential to both works.
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"In sharp contrast, the Snopes family in "Barn Burning" is led by a cruel and dysfunctional patriarch who guides the family into ruin and poverty. The father is domineering and consistently makes the wrong decisions for his family, which cause them untold grief and despair. While Sarty, his son, is on a path to growth and change, he cannot and will not change who he is and how he reacts to adversity. His method of dealing with opposition has always been to "get even" with his enemies by burning their barns. Another critic states, "Abner Snopes is also depicted as a man who will not hesitate to evoke the power of fire against those who oppose him. In 'Barn Burning' the narrator suggests that for Abner, fire has almost mystical powers" (Loges 44). The people know this about him, and his family knows it, but no one will stand up to him, because they fear him. He cannot grow and change as a character because he is flat and one-dimensional, while his son is not. Another literary critic notes, "Abner Snopes, Sarty's father, terrorizes his son and impels him prematurely toward manhood when Sarty must choose between the dictates of his own conscience and his father's frontier justice" (Ford 527). Sarty, this younger son, has hopes and dreams, and he knows they will never come true if he stays with the family or his father is allowed to continue his actions. For the boy, the best step for him is to leave the family. He has caused the death of his father, and that has liberated him and made everything possible. He has the ability to grow, change, and understand right from wrong. Even though the tale is tragic, there is hope at the end of it, because it seems the boy has made the right decision and will somehow prosper. He has changed from the beginning of the story, and he will continue to change until he reaches manhood."
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