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Soft Science Fiction in Frank Herbert’s Dune (612 words, 3 pages)

Science Fiction Response Paper-- DuneFrank Herberts unparalleled achievement of imagination, Dune, is an excellent example of soft science fiction. Dune contains a plethora of examples of both hard and soft science fiction however, Frank Herbert deliberately reduces the importance of technology in Dune so that he can focus on the ... Read More

A Review of the Plot and Conflict of The Age of Ra, a Fiction Book by James Lovegrove (509 words, 2 pages)

Ra goes on about his day. Each of his children gives him their regards and courtesy. They talk and go about their everyday lives and Ra is saddened that the children wont reconcile. They bicker and bicker amongst each other for millennia. They fight and that fight is mirrored between ... Read More

Present Societies Issues in Science Fiction (1473 words, 3 pages)

Famous author Ursula K. Le Guin once said science fiction is not predictive it is descriptive (Le. Guin) this applies to almost all fiction stories, as they try to express present societies problemsissues rather than trying to extrapolate the future. A prime example of this is the novel The Hunger ... Read More

A Look at the Writing Art of Fiction and Its Purpose in Literature (641 words, 3 pages)

Fiction and its purposeFiction is a form of art which embodies certain truths about the world and the humans within it, and presents it in a series of imagined narratives. A number of academics suggest looking at the semantics and stylistics of fiction to really understand its purpose and place ... Read More

The Exploration of Religion by Reason in Hume’s Dialogues Concerning Natural Religion (890 words, 2 pages)

In Dialogues Concerning Natural Religion Hume argues whether religion can be explored by reason. While his main concern is connected to Gods nature, Gods mere existence is not at all questioned by him or by any of the three characters in whose mouths he puts his words Demea, Philo and ... Read More

Criticism of Roman Politics and Modern Rome in Agricola, Germany, and Dialogue on Orators by Tacitus (1555 words, 5 pages)

Tacituss Criticism of Roman Politics and Modern Rome In Tacituss book, Agricola, Germany, and Dialogue on Orators, he writes about Agricolas early life and his successful political career and achievements along with the geography and people of Britain. Additionally, Tacitus writes about the Germanic land, tribes, customs, and practices. By ... Read More

Critical Analysis of the Legal Fictions of Herman Melville and Lemuel Shaw by Brook Thomas (518 words, 3 pages)

Critical Analysis 7 Brook Thomas The Legal Fictions of Herman Melville and Lemuel ShawThomas main point in the essay includes an exploration of the history of a text by looking at literary criticism with the aid of legal studies. Thomas aims to show how a reader can better understand the ... Read More

An Analysis of Plato’s Socratic Dialogue in Euthyphro (747 words, 2 pages)

Platos EuthyphroPlato, in his Socratic dialogue Euthyphro, describes the conversation that takes place between Socrates and Euthyphro immediately preceding the trial in which Socrates is condemned to death. After hearing the story of Euthyphros decision to prosecute his own father for the murder of a laborer under his employment and ... Read More

An Analysis of Socrates’ Dialogue, Crito (1335 words, 4 pages)

CritoIn this short, but very interesting dialogue, Crito directed all of his efforts toward one goal trying to help Socrates in escaping a prison cell. However, Crito was unsuccessful as Socrates refuted all of his arguments very clearly. At first, Crito tried to attack Socrates emotional side with mentioning how ... Read More

A Review of the Science Fiction Films The Martian and Interstellar (2614 words, 7 pages)

The cosmos has always fascinated people whether it is searching for new planets or just stargazing. Science fiction films have shown us different planets and new solar systems that might guide us to a new home one day. Science fiction films such as the Martian and Interstellar show people different ... Read More

A Review of the Science Fiction, Uglies (1689 words, 6 pages)

The Ugly Truth in UgliesUglies is a science fiction novel written by Scott Westerfeld in 2005. It follows the adventures of a girl in a dystopian society set far into the future. It has all the key elements for science fiction as well as incredible dystopian design. The book is ... Read More

Science Fiction Theories; Jesus and the Apocalypse (1192 words, 5 pages)

Science Fiction TheoriesThere is no definite definition or boundary for the term science fiction. In literature, we have discussed varying definitions and come to some agreements and some disagreements. In the article I chose, McMahon also discusses the terms science fiction, fantasy, and apocalypse. He begins with his theory on ... Read More

Historical Archive and Subjective Interpretation in Fiction; Girl With Pearl Earing and Coming Through Slaughter (1991 words, 6 pages)

Historical Archive and Subjective Interpretation in FictionA historical novel can be understood as a collision between the factual archives of the past and the creative substance that arises from those gaps within that archive. In this sense, the writer recognizes the open spaces within the knowledge of the past and ... Read More

An Overview of the Fictional Novel, The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian (1365 words, 6 pages)

Research Paper Final DraftIn the fictional novel The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie, Junior is an American Indian adolescent in search of new opportunities who leaves his familys reservation to attend a wealthy white high school. Juniors sense of identity after transferring to Reardan High ... Read More

A Review of the Fiction and Psychological Thriller, Donnie Darko (695 words, 3 pages)

Donnie Darko is a science fiction and psychological thriller written and directed by Richard Kelly. The film stars Jake Gyllenhaal, a brilliant but troubled high school student. This five-minute film clip reveals how Donnie is saved from death when a sleepwalking episode removes him from his bedroom, where a jet ... Read More

The Importance of Detective Fiction; Sherlock Holmes, Sam Spade and Philip Marlowe (1006 words, 2 pages)

Why Detective Fiction Is Important DefenseEdmund Wilson referred to detective fiction as rubbish and wasteful of time, which is wrong and the exact opposite of what detective fiction. Detective fiction is one of the most liked genres and most entertaining. Being able to try and solve the mystery by yourself ... Read More

A Fictional Account of the Allied Tactics and Strategy in World War II (592 words, 2 pages)

Allied Tactics and StrategyThe Axis Powers, consisting of Germany, Japan and Italy, have been widely successful in the beginning years of the war. This success can be attributed to the pure military strength of the Axis. Nobody stopped Germanys rearmament until it was too late. The Axis also employed panic ... Read More

A Comparison of Contemporary Fiction and Aristotle Today (2054 words, 7 pages)

Contemporary Fiction and Aristotle TodayThe renowned philosopher Aristotle, despite penning his controversial theories over two-thousand years ago, raises several valid points on the art of writing. While many aspiring writers argue that they should not have to follow standard templates because it will stifle their creativity and originality, some basic ... Read More

A Discussion on Education, Ignorance, Justice and Government in the Plato’s Dialogue of The Republic (980 words, 3 pages)

The Origin of a CityIn the dialogue of The Republic, Plato, like in numerous other dialogues, writes about Socrates ideas, opinions, and solutions on certain things. In this dialogue, Socrates discusses many vital topics, such as education, ignorance, justice, different forms of government (such as tyranny and democracy), and other ... Read More

The Qualms of Erotic Love and Intricacies of Rhetoric in Dialogue The Phaedrus (1117 words, 4 pages)

A Lover in MadnessOn the PhaedrusThe Phaedrus is a dialogue meant to deal with the qualms of erotic love, while at the same time dealing with the intricacies of rhetoric. For the specific purposes of this paper, madness will be discussed. That is, is madness in the lover, as Socrates ... Read More

Understanding Plato’s Theory of the Forms in the Dialogue Parmenides (1056 words, 4 pages)

A Difficulty to Understanding the FormsThrough the work of this essay one should be able to better understand one of the most fundamental arguments in Platonic texts The Third Man Argument. This argument has helped Plato ground his own theory of the Forms. Specifically its use in his dialogue Parmenides ... Read More

A Fictional Letter to Mr. Washington on the Topic of Profitable Market Investments (438 words, 1 pages)

Dear Mr. Washington,After two months in the colonies, I am pleased to write to you with the most profitable markets for you to invest your money into in the colonies. Below is a list of these markets and why you should invest in them. As you may know, the different ... Read More

A Book Report on The Selling of the President 1968, a Non-Fiction Book by Joe McGinniss (592 words, 3 pages)

The Selling of the President Book Report1. I believe that the term, the packaging of a candidate, coined by author Joe McGinniss means the alteration of the presidential candidate to fit certain needs of the people, and therefore becoming much more appealing. Elections such as the one in 1968 are ... Read More

A Fictional Story About Ian, an Adrenalin Junkie, Murderer, and Delegate of Hell on Earth (1141 words, 4 pages)

In his earthly days in Minnesota, Ian had worked as a low level laborer for the wealthy CEO of his current employer. Ian was born an adrenaline junkie, and dreamed of conquering unexplored areas, traveling far distances, and engaging in thrilling feats. As an adrenaline junkie, he enjoyed testing and ... Read More

An Analysis of Saint Justin Martyr’s Views of Jews in Dialogue with Trypho the Jew (702 words, 2 pages)

Saint Justin Martyr was a Christian apologetic, someone who tried to use reason to support the teachings of Christianity. He was born a pagan in Palestine, before converting to Christianity, and spent his life trying to use logic and reason to try to convert others to Christianity. He was sentenced ... Read More

A Report on Jurassic Park and Jurassic World, Two American Science Fiction Adventure Films (2716 words, 8 pages)

Tyrannosaurus RektJohn Hammond, the founder of InGen (a bioengineering company), creates a theme park of reconstructed dinosaurs. After a park worker is slaughtered by one of the company's assets, the parks investors demand that experts examine the park to make sure it is safe for tourists. One of the lawyers, ... Read More

How Fictional Characters Embody Reality in Orhan Pamuk’s Snow (1668 words, 3 pages)

Between Craft and Realism How Fictional Characters Can Embody RealityThe value of interpresentation is innumerable when it comes to writing, especially in a novel like Orhan Pamuks Snow, which is a piece of historical fiction. Given the grim background of early twentieth century Turkey, the novel's setting, Pamuk must make ... Read More

Why do we Tend to Write About the Dystopian Fiction (1688 words, 6 pages)

Dystopian Fiction Why do we write it?Death. Despair. War. As a society, we seem to be fascinated with alternate realities that depict the worst possible outcomes for the human race. Although the reasons may vary, it is undeniable that dystopian science fiction has become incredibly popular in the recent decades. ... Read More

The Struggle and Hardships of the Four Mothers and Four Daughters in Amy Tan’s Fictional Novel The Joy Luck Club (500 words, 2 pages)

Two Cultures CombinedAmy Tans fictional novel, The Joy Luck Club, is based on stories of four mothers and four daughters. Amy Tan captures in great detail the two very different backgrounds of the mothers and daughters. Tan beautifully recreates the hardships the four mothers must face in their youth in ... Read More

The Various Elements of Plato’s Definition of Movement in the Dialogue, Timaeus (2015 words, 6 pages)

In his the dialogue the Timaeus, Plato defines movement as, the chaotic motion of traces in the chorareceptacle. Once the traces are winnowed into the elements, the elements are ordered into a cosmic sphere with rotational motion in time. For better exposition of the Platos conception of movement, it is ... Read More

Published: Friday 25th of January 2013