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Othello – Change of Character Analysis
Character Analysis
Othello
Throughout the play, Othello is initially portrayed as a heroic and proud warrior. However, as the story unfolds, his character gradually declines and loses its nobility. Othello’s transformation from an impeccable military commander to a murderer occurs chronologically in the play. Additionally, the evolving perceptions of Othello held by the other characters drive the unfolding…
Elizabeth I – Speech to the Troops at Tilbury (1588) Analysis
Henry VIII
Speech
In her political speech on August 9, 1588 to the land forces gathered at Tilbury in Essex, Queen Elizabeth I of England addressed the imminent threat of invasion by the Spanish Armada. Despite England’s economic struggles and ongoing war with France resulting in substantial expenses, Queen Elizabeth expressed her support for pirates who offered financial…
Theme of Reality and Illusion in The Great Gatsby
Great Gatsby
Love
Even though he was surrounded by a lot of people, he was isolated in himself, always stood apart and very sneaky. Since the whole Story has started, the narrator talks about Gatsby as someone that no matter what will be by himself even when he is hosting his parties, he does not fully participate. As…
Jack And the Beanstalk summary + comment
Short Story
Summary of Jack and the Beanstalk The story of Jack and the beanstalk revolves around a young boy and his mother who live in a small house, relying on their cow for income. One day, the cow stops producing milk, so Jack decides to sell it at the market. On his way there, he encounters…
Cross-Dressing in Merchant of Venice
The Merchant of Venice
In William Shakespeare’s Merchant of Venice, gender roles are explored, culminating in two distinct scenes of cross-dressing. The men of Elizabethan society enjoy a prominent status based solely on gender, to which women are clearly outsiders. This is particularly evident in Jessica’s newfound freedom when dressed as a pageboy in Act 2 and Portia’s and…
‘Teechers’ by John Godber Short Summary
Drama
Entertainment
Theatre
I will aim to write about the techniques and strategies used in ‘Teechers’ by John Godber and my own performance of the text that help my understanding and appreciation of the play. ‘Teechers’ is a school play performed by three students based on their new Drama Teacher and follows events that may or may not…
Rumspringa: An Amish Ritual
Adolescence
Myth
Religion
Ritual
In the Amish religion, there lies a pivotal tradition for many of its adolescent followers. There are a number of Americans whom are likely to have never heard of this rite; as it is practiced by a small demographic, consisting of roughly 200,000 people . Their tradition, referred to as the Pennsylvania-German term “Rumspringa”, can…
Feminism in the scarlet letter
Feminism
Scarlet Letter
Feminism in the scarlet letter Feminism is the advocacy of women’s rights on the ground of political, social, and economic equality to men. In Nathaniel hawthorns The Scarlet letter Hester Prone is the main example of feminism. Hester Prone is a good example of feminism because she did not go for the usual role of…
There’s Always a Way If You Have a Will to Succeed
Art
Fiction
United States
Many people struggle in life because of frustration and limits. Many don’t know how to deal with failure. Many are repelled just by the thoughts of failure. If there’s anything I’ve learnt in my coming to America, it’s that there’s always a way. Is the way easy? No, many times it’s not. It asks a…
The Use of Poetic Language in Everyday Use by Alice Walker
Everyday Use
language
Narration
Poetry
By reading Alice Walker’s “Everyday Use,” the reader sees poetic language throughout the entire short story. With her use of poetic language, Walker confronts the dynamics of a Black American family, “Everyday Use” gives a portrayal of strong, single black woman who raised her daughters independently. Walker deepens the descriptions in this story by intertwining…