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An Introduction to the Life of Anne Frank (572 words, 1 pages)

Gies, Miep., Gold, Allison. Anne Frank Remembered. New York Simon and Schuster Inc., 1987. 220pp. Anne Frank Remembered is the autobiography of Miep Gies, the woman who helped the Frank family survive during their two years in hiding. Her book is a primary source or first hand account of the ... Read More

A Character Analysis of Gregor Samsa in the Short Story The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka (513 words, 1 pages)

In the short story The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka, the central character Gregor Samsa can be analyzed on a symbolic level. The purpose of this essay is to demonstrate through examples and quotes, the ways in which Kafka applies symbolism. Throughout the story, clear similarities between the author's life and ... Read More

An Analysis of Metaphysical Aspects in The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka (1002 words, 2 pages)

After exploring both the existentialistic and metaphysical aspects of Franz Kafkas The Metamorphosis, I realized that the story was richly filled with other significant themes. These themes help to make this story one of the most unique and intelligently written novellas written in its time and place. Isolation in the ... Read More

A Review of Gothic Elements in Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein (1914 words, 3 pages)

Mary Shelleys Frankenstein Mary Shelleys Frankenstein contains an interesting blend of writing styles and genres. Its complexity becomes extremely apparent when one attempts to classify this novel. This is due to the numerous content of which Frankenstein includes. Frankenstein is a novel composed in the eighteenth century and has often ... Read More

An Analysis of Frankenstein by Mary Shelley (786 words, 1 pages)

Frankenstein by Mary Shelley From the Age of Enlightenment arose the belief that reason was the answer to all of mankind's problems. Recent breakthroughs in the sciences not only allowed for a greater understanding of the world, but more importantly, instilled the belief that no feat was out of reach. ... Read More

Love in Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare, The Short Happy Life of Francis Macomber by Ernest Hemingway and A Worn Path by Eudora Welty (755 words, 3 pages)

The word love may be one of the most difficult words in the English language to define. Perhaps this is because there are so many different variations and feelings associated with love. In Ernest Hemingways short story The Short Happy Life of Francis Macomber, Eudora Weltys story A Worn Path, ... Read More

An Analysis of the The Splendid Century: Life in the France of Louis XIV by Author L. H. Lewis (813 words, 1 pages)

While reading The Splendid Century, I was struck by the uncanny amount of similarities between two seemingly unrelated kings Henry III and Louis XIV. Although they had remarkably similar childhoods, their lives took shape as diversely as possible. Both kings were orphaned at a very young age, at a desperate ... Read More

An Overview of the Laboratory Work in Frankenstein Novel by Mary Shelley (454 words, 1 pages)

Look Before You Leap Frankenstein is not a literary island, isolated and alone. It is connected to a great many literary works by some common themes. One such theme is the idea of experimentation. Mythology in particular and history in general, has shown us that the right to experiment comes ... Read More

An Analysis of Kingpin of San Francisco (560 words, 1 pages)

Kingpin of San Francisco Long ago, there was a gang on Main Street in San Francisco with a leader named Jessie Ray. If anyone had a problem, he fixed it in anyway possible. He was the biggest and buffest guy on the block. He was the kingpin of San Francisco. ... Read More

The Endurance of Reality in The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka (290 words, 1 pages)

Should one decide to ignore reality, it does not simply go away. For Gregor Samsa, the lead character in Franz Kafkas The Metamorphosis, reality does not change, even when it seems it must. The story is certainly not factual, but it is written as though it could be. Kafka ensures ... Read More

The Change in the Novel, The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka (812 words, 1 pages)

In Kafkas The Metamorphosis, the transformation of Gregor into a giant vermin is a very apparent metaphor, which can be thought of in more than one way. Kafka brings about change with the use of metaphors in the story. In two ways, change is brought about in The Metamorphosis. The ... Read More

An Analysis of the Writing of Jonathan Edwards and Benjamin Franklin (369 words, 1 pages)

Jonathan Edwards and Benjamin Franklin Jonathan Edwards and Benjamin Franklin both wrote simply, directly and without aristocratic pretense. They felt writing was not an end in itself, but a work done in the service of something greater whether it be God or mankind. In his "Personal Narrative," Edwards focuses on ... Read More

A History of James Madison and Benjamin Franklin’s Involvement in the Constitutional Convention (380 words, 1 pages)

James Madison studied both ancient and modern confederacies and decided that the confederacy wouldnt last if it only made rules to direct the state. The confederacy had to be good for the individuals of each state. Madison wrote a paper about confederacies and drew up an outline of a new ... Read More

The Controversy Surrounding the Use of the Burka in France (426 words, 1 pages)

From about two years ago I can recall the mass media frenzy over the Taliban regime. The outrage felt and expressed by the public at the media portrayal of their treatment of women was distinct and tangible. Images of women covered from head to toe immediately arise due to a ... Read More

Rita and Frank in Willy Russell’s Educating Rita (2503 words, 4 pages)

Rita, Frank and their relationship change throughout the play. Rita's education and confidence both grow as the story progresses. Frank's attitude towards life declines dramatically en route for the middle of the play but there is hint of improvement at the end. Their relationship undergoes many changes during the play. ... Read More

Adaptation of Hamlet by Mel Gibson and Franco Zeffirelli (730 words, 1 pages)

Mel Gibson and Franco Zeffirelli's adaptation of Hamlet has filled some of the gaps left by Shakespeare. This version of the classic story is thoroughly watchable. This is "Hamlet for the 90s," according to the director, and it is an especially entertaining version. With much of the text diced, the ... Read More

An Analysis of Realism in Both Great Expectations and Frankenstein (1728 words, 3 pages)

The definition of Realism in Approaching Prose fiction is 'a style of writing that seeks to convey the impression of accurate recording of an actual way of life in a recognisable time and place' (Approaching Prose Fiction p31). Watt maintains that 'characterization and presentation of background' (The realist novel p219) ... Read More

The Great Influence of Franklin Roosevelt in America (1442 words, 2 pages)

Franklin Delano Roosevelt How does one measure great influence? Perhaps the number of people affected can measure influence or how long the changes last. Perhaps influence is measured by its impact on history or the impact felt by the world. Franklin Roosevelt's influence encompasses all these measurements. His life and ... Read More

A Literary Analysis of Poor Richard by Benjamin Franklin (468 words, 1 pages)

In Benjamin Franklins preface to Poor Richard Improved, "The Way to Wealth", Franklin offers many adages to help the reader conserve money. Many of these sayings are common even today. The title of this preface makes since because the title, "The Way to Wealth", can be interpreted as The Road ... Read More

A Literary Analysis of Frankenstein by Mary Shelley (848 words, 1 pages)

There are many themes in Frankenstein. Even though the novel was written and set in a period that was long ago, the themes hold true to everyday life. There are themes of god, desperation, responsibility and morals. Frankenstien is a timeless novel because people in modern day times can relate ... Read More

A Literary Analysis of Frankenstein by Mary Shelley (362 words, 1 pages)

Mary Shelley's Frankenstein is among the best RomanticGothic novels. Shelley incorporates many ideas stemming from Romanticism into the novel. Some of these ideas are the power of nature and addressing emotions. Shelley also alludes to another Romantic writer, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, and his most famous Romantic poem, The Rime of ... Read More

A Literary Analysis of Frankenstein by Mary Shelley (1093 words, 2 pages)

Frankenstein A Modern Perspective A classic, by definition, is a piece of art so revolutionary and universal that its sentiments cannot be restricted to the time at which it is presented. But how is this accomplished? Do the authors of such works possibly know what issues will be relevant in ... Read More

A Literary Analysis of Frankenstein by Mary Shelley (631 words, 1 pages)

In Mary Shelleys Frankenstein, the young doctor Victor Frankenstein, creates a monster through the use of dead human body parts and electricity. The monster comes to life before the doctors very eyes and scares the doctor to death, leading him to flee his laboratory and the monster. Frankenstein later comes ... Read More

A Literary Analysis of Frankenstein by Mary Shelley (956 words, 3 pages)

There are obvious similarities between Victor and his creation each is abandoned, isolated, and both start out with good intentions. However, Victors ego in his search for god-like capabilities overpowers his humanity. The creature is nothing but benevolent until society shuns him as an outcast on account of his deformities. ... Read More

A Literary Analysis of Frankenstein by Mary Shelley (793 words, 2 pages)

Frankenstein Morality. It has been questioned by people, honored by people and revered since the beginning of time. Yet even today not one person can say what is morally right. It is a matter of opinion. It was Dr.Victor Frankenstein's opinion that it was alright to create a "monster". Frankenstein's ... Read More

A Literary Analysis of Frankenstein by Mary Shelley (780 words, 1 pages)

An Introduction to the Life of Frank McCourt (3463 words, 9 pages)

Born 1930 in New York City, Frank McCourt spent most of his childhood in the slums of Limerick, Ireland until he returned to the United States at the age of 19. Having had no steady job for years McCourt finally became teacher and worked at New York City public schools ... Read More

An Introduction to the Life of Frank Zappa (1019 words, 2 pages)

Frank Zappa was an American singer, composer, arranger, guitarist, bandleader, and all around musician who was one of the greatest iconoclastic musicians of the 20th Century. He also produced over 60 albums in 30 years. Some considered him to have demonstrated a mastery of pop idioms ranging from jazz to ... Read More

The Great Influence of Frank Lloyd Wright to American Architecture (932 words, 2 pages)

Frank Lloyd Wright served as a pioneer through his career as an architect, inspiring many aspects of American architecture today. He accomplished this through his fulfilling career that influenced the present design and architecture we now appreciate. Wright also demonstrated his inspiring abilities through his work, which yielded several of ... Read More

An Introduction to the Life of Frank Herbert (1226 words, 2 pages)

Frank Herbert was born in Tacoma, Washington. He began his career as a journalist and served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. In 1941 he married Flora Parkinson. They divorced in 1945, and next year he married Ann Stuart. He and his wife had three children, one of ... Read More

Published: Friday 25th of January 2013