Essays about Culture Page 56

Self-presentation is a reoccurring theme within the literature as it refers to how members odthis subculture attempt to present themselves within their group in order to gain a desired view/perception of themselves from others. This heavily relates to the Borny norms that are present within the fandom as seen above with many bronies partaking in…

If your favorite masterpiece, a Matisse, is up for auction, You are bidding for it against a dazzling array of eccentric art dealers. Should you keep bidding as the price gets higher? Is it a bargain or a worthless forgery? You must decide quickly, but you will never know unless you outbid the competition. What…

The Mutapa State was established in the 15th century following the decline of the Great Zimbabwe State. The Mutapa state was located on the Northern part of modern day Zimbabwe. The kingdom of Mutapa is said to have stretched between the Zambezi and Limpopo rivers. According to oral tradition the first “mwene” was a warrior…

In Marjane Satrapi‘s Persepolis, Marjane, the main character is set out on a journey as a child to reach her destination to become a prophet, Her prophet nature can be seen by her relationship with her God, being a rebel against the revolution, and her desire to show Iran in a true light. She becomes…

From the covers to what is between them, this is not only a book but a portion of the famed artist’s own life. Like many average Americans, I have always been drawn to classic artistic movements such as impressionism and surrealism, and have not given pop culture and contemporary art much attention. Now this book…

Imagine a note on the wall resembling a G clef/Treble clef on a sheet of music composition hanging on one wall that could be used to toss salad this describes my art project. Last semester, I took the 3D Design class, In the class, I made paper structures, Q-tip and wooden structures, plaster sculptures, and…

Society during the 19205 had glorified the state of extreme wealth so much that it conceals the flaws and disappointing moments of possessing such great wealth. F. Scott Fitzgerald author of the novel The Great Gatsby was a highly decorated author known for his modernistic writings. The Great Gatsby was written during the 19205 and…

SpongeBob Squarepants is an animated TV series created by Marine Biologist and animator Stephen Hillenburg. It showcases a yellow sea sponge who lives in a pineapple at Bikini Bottom. SpongeBob, known for his energy, has a pet snail named Gary. Living two houses away from him is his best friend Patrick Star, while next to…

Indian caste system is the oldest form of social stratification based on various human beliefs and faith. The castes were originally grouped by the work they performed and later became hereditary. The social stratification expresses their access to power, privilege, wealth and a say in the society. The four major stratifications, called varnas, included the…

Children who live in transient families have a difficult time adapting to their new surroundings. This opinion represents the traditional viewpoint of such families. My personal experiences do not coincide with these opinions. Many parents feel that sending a child into a new setting will result in a more vulnerable child who is terrified of…