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Southern gothic is a truly singular form of American literature that combines the grand emotions of romance, the eerie seclusion of small-town life, and a dash of Southern charm. Drawing from the genre of gothic fiction, Southern gothic incorporates elements of the supernatural and the uncommon. It possesses a grotesque quality, yet manages to captivate…

Characters in a story can be classified as “dynamic” or “static”. Dynamic characters are characters that change as the story progresses. That is, they recognize, change with, or adjust to circumstances. Static characters, which can also be described as “flat”, are characters that are not well developed and remain fairly unchanged throughout the story. Usually…

Robert Baum, a professor at The University of Waikato in New Zealand, wrote “After The Ball Is Over: Bringing Cinderella Home” for Cultural Analysis. His goal was to educate readers about the writing techniques and religious influence present in the Grimm’s Fairy Tales. The authors incorporated their own beliefs, specifically their Christian faith, into these…

The novel The Great Gatsby, written by F. Scott Fitzgerald in 1925, is often hailed as the quintessential expression of the “Great American Novel.” It depicts the grandeur of great wealth, extravagant parties, the enchanting allure of jazz music, and various aspects associated with the “American Dream.” Fitzgerald skillfully incorporates symbols and themes throughout his…

“I am thane of Cawdor. If good, why do I yield to that suggestion whose horrid image doth unfix my hair…” (Act 1, Scene 3, Page 6). “Why do I yield to that suggestion…” That suggestion Macbeth is referring to is that of killing King Duncan. Nowhere in that quote does Shakespeare mention Macbeth saying…

He doesn’t directly say it, but instead he uses the tone of particular passages to display his feelings of distaste and disapproval of the “savage” rite LULAS and customs. He demonstrates this by narrating, “Awoken ruled his household tit a heavy hand. His wives, especially the youngest, lived in perpetual fear of his fiery tee…

                There are many themes in Romantic literature as Romanticism was a movement against the previous movement of rationalism.  In Romantic literature, the qualities that are stressed most are nature, emotionalism, and individualism.  These qualities are seen again and again in some very important and lasting authors, artists, musicians and so forth.             Nature is…

Throughout history, the significance of first impressions has remained undeniable. Upon meeting someone for the first time, individuals form swift judgments that can potentially shape their interactions. Although these initial impressions may not always prove to be accurate, they can yield lasting consequences. Jane Austen’s novel Pride and Prejudice exemplifies this concept by showcasing numerous…

Charles Dickens, Charles Dickens uses foreshadowing to further the plot of the novel. Dickens foreshadows the plot in a number of ways. In Chapter Five of Book One, Dickens the wine that spills into the streets as a metaphor for the blood spilled in the revolution. Outside of a wine-shop, a wine cask is broken…

Mr. Jaggers is displayed in the book as an awe-inspiring, almost fatherly, figure to the people in London. On the other hand, in his day to day life, he is quite harsh and haughty. In Great Expectations, Charles Dickens uses juxtaposition and cut, strict and sharp diction to characterize Jaggers as a powerful, haughty man…