Literature Essays

Robinson’s Monkey Beach

The intriguing book Monkey Beach by Eden Robinson examines the link between the Haisla people of British Columbia, Canada, and magic. In the book, magic is shown as a vital component of the Haisla society and is used for various sociopolitical purposes. In this paper, I will analyze the social role of magic in Monkey ... Read More

Pages: 7       Words: 1763

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Solutions and Other Problems

One of the themes in the book, “Solutions and other problems” by Brosh, is depression. The author, who is a character in the story, explains how it feels to be depressed. The book is humorous and captures the interest of the reader. The author uses words and imagery to express the feeling and situation when ... Read More

Pages: 6       Words: 1424

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Latin American Midterm

Moore and Patel’s story of the Chichimec woman offers a great view regarding the context of historical capitalist development in Latin America. It provides a glimpse into the impact of capitalist expansion on Latin American and their experiences as indigenous communities. The story states the region’s profound economic and social changes during the colonial period, ... Read More

Pages: 5       Words: 1269

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Character Ras in the Novel Invisible Man

Ras the Exhorter, also known as Ras the Destroyer, is a character in Ralph Ellison’s “Invisible Man” who becomes an essential antagonist in the latter half of the novel. As the narrator’s journey takes him from the innocence of the South to the chaos of Harlem, he encounters Ras, a leader of the “Black Nationalist” ... Read More

Pages: 4       Words: 841

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Annotated Bibliography: The Jungle

Graf, R. (2020). Truth in the jungle of literature, science, and politics: Upton Sinclair’s the jungle and food control reforms during the progressive era. Journal of American History, 106(4), 901-922. https://doi.org/10.1093/jahist/jaz676 This article examines the influence of Upton Sinclair’s novel The Jungle on food control reforms in the United States during the Progressive Era. Graf ... Read More

Pages: 8       Words: 2171

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Race and Identity

The writings of Binebine, Mabanckou, and Khouma, “The Swimmers” and “Do You Hear Me Calling” all address themes of crossing and lifestyle as an illegal immigrant, furtive migrant, or refugee. These writings explore the theme of crossing and lifestyle through the perception of race and identity. Many African immigrants attempt to establish themselves in a ... Read More

Pages: 4       Words: 1077

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Oedipus The King

Oedipus, the tragic lead character in Sophocles’ “Oedipus the King,” wins both admiration and sympathy. As the play progresses, Oedipus’ downfall is apparent, and his flaws are exposed (Bloom et al. n.p). This essay will examine the background, objectives, and tragic flaws of Oedipus. This investigation helps us comprehend Oedipus, the universal themes of human ... Read More

Pages: 7       Words: 1745

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Meaning of the Editorial

Introduction An editorial is significant in many ways, especially to a reader. It provides the readers with the proper insight regarding an article. In other words, an editorial describes events and viewpoints concerning an objective analysis of events and conflicting opinions. In the end, the content should inform, entertain, and educate. Thus, this paper is ... Read More

Pages: 5       Words: 1180

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Connelly Book Review -“Crime Beat”

The Cops Michael Connelly’s “Crime Beat” is a collection of his accurate crime reporting as a journalist at the Los Angeles Times. The book’s first section, “The Cops,” focuses on the men and women of law enforcement who risk their lives every day to protect and serve their communities. Connelly gives the reader an intriguing ... Read More

Pages: 4       Words: 1070

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A Literally Criticism of Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu’s Carmilla

Sheridan, Joseph Carmilla by Le Fanu is a gothic horror novel that has drawn much literary criticism. Le Fanu’s use of literary devices to evoke a sense of tension and anxiety is one area that has drawn criticism. To analyze how Le Fanu employs language to elicit feelings of unease and dread in the reader, ... Read More

Pages: 6       Words: 1439

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Annotated Bibliography to Children’s Books

Brown, M. W., & Hurd, C. (2016). Goodnight Moon. Pan Macmillan. The “Goodnight Moon” is a book written by Margaret Wise Brown and illustrated by Clement Hurd. It is a children’s book that opens by describing various objects in a green room. It features a simple and repetitive storyline that children can follow. The narrator introduces many objects with ... Read More

Pages: 9       Words: 2250

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Writers’ Preoccupations With Female Appearance Informed by Philosophical and Satirical Concerns

Introduction Johnathan Swift and Lady Mary Wortley Montagu are two well-known authors who have been fascinated with the subject of female representation in their works. Swift’s satirical poem “The Lady’s Dressing Room” examines a woman’s vanity and pursuit of beauty (Holm, 2020). Montagu, on the other hand, examines Swift’s poem and the larger satirical and ... Read More

Pages: 11       Words: 2891

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The Heroes of Chandler’s “The Lady in the Lake” and Doyle’s “A Scandal in Bohemia”

Introduction The Lady in the Lake follows private detective Philip Marlowe, hired by the wealthy Derace Kingsley to find his wife, the eponymous Lady in the Lake. The hero of Raymond Chandler’s novel is Philip Marlowe, a Los Angeles-based private investigator. On the other hand, “A Scandal in Bohemia” features the renowned detective, Sherlock Holmes, ... Read More

Pages: 5       Words: 1354

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The Role of Spoken Word

Introduction What is the role of speech (the spoken word) in written literature? This question has been debated for centuries as authors, poets, and other creative minds have tried to find the best way to bridge the gap between spoken and written languages. Amiri Baraka’s essay, “Expressive Language,” is one of the most influential works ... Read More

Pages: 4       Words: 1077

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All the Pretty Horses All the Pretty Horses

All the pretty horse’s story by (McCarthy., 1993) brings out the tale of events in the growth and adventure of the male child. Every growing male child in different societies undergoes cultural transitions which have been in place for ages. This story stems from West Texas, whereby John Grandy Cole and his good friend Lacey ... Read More

Pages: 6       Words: 1463

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