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The two books that I am comparing are The Catcher in the Rye. and Lord of the Flies. The two books are really interesting and are really opposite yet the same in many ways. In The Catcher in the Rye. Holden is an idealistic character who becomes more of a realist as the novel progresses….

William Shakespeare, the greatest writer in history, showcases a fabricated tragedy in his famous novel Othello, where the truth about the characters ultimately emerges. Shakespeare’s unmatched ability to keenly observe and express himself has made him stand above all other writers, particularly when he captures the essence of life in the 16th century. In that…

Ben Franklin and Frederick Douglass are the most prominent figures in American history that fought for freedom and equal rights, democracy and racial equality. Frederick Douglass was one of the most important figures in anti-slavery and civil rights movement which took place in the 19th century. Ben Franklin was a scientist, politician, diplomat and author….

The book,”Lord of the Flies” parallels exactly to the horrible accounts of the Holocaust. It took place during the same time, and many Ideas and events are very similar. The Holocaust was a huge Inspiration on Gilding’s book, and Like the Holocaust, Gilding creates a setting, that’s in a sense, secret. They also both took…

Lady Macbeth may be considered a modern female role model as her character conforms to the abnormal attitudes of a typical Elizabethan woman. Nevertheless, she also presents attitudes of typical behavior accepted of women during the period. Firstly, let’s discuss how Lady Macbeth is not a modern female role model. It can be acknowledged that…

Stanley Kubrick Essay, Research Paper Last dark in England the movie universe lost a fable. Director Stanley Kubrick died in his slumber at the age of 70. His decease occurred merely hours after he delivered his last movie, Eyes Wide Shut, to the movie studio. Kubrick achieved success in the industry through independency and this…

A tragedy is a dramatic composition with a serious theme, typically that of a read person destined through a flaw of character or conflict with some overpowering force, such as fate or society, leading to downfall or destruction (Tragedy). Many critics believe that Shakespearean Romeo and Juliet is in fact not a tragic play because…

I acknowledge the need to personally deliver this letter to Romeo instead of relying on a mailing service. It is crucial that this important letter does not fall into the wrong hands or fail to reach him altogether. The success of our plan depends on it, and I cannot bear the thought of Friar John…

In this slightly odd sonnet, he compares his beloved to everything under the sun. This was a typical gesture. He makes her seem almost unlovable, but then one sees that to him, her voice is music and everything about her is wonderful. She tops any goddess in her mortal beauty and approachability. Sonnet 130 is…

Introduction I have chosen to look at two speeches, one given by Barack Obama and another given by Bono. Both are very important leaders with their own kind of political influence. By choosing these speeches with a serious content (education and the third world) and both addressing the same kind of audience (students), I will…