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The battle against sexism is a great and daunting one. Women such as Charlotte Perkins Gilman, the author of “the Yellow Wallpaper,” know this all too well. But how does one begin to understand and recognize sexism, much less resist it? This is where stories such as ‘the Yellow Wallpaper’ come in. The purpose of…

In the literary oeuvre of William Shakespeare, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” stands as a luminous testament to the Bard’s ability to interlace humor, romance, and profound commentary. Set against the verdant backdrop of a mystical forest, the play dances between dreams and reality, challenging our perceptions while entertaining us with its wit. It delves into…

It appears that I have been stranded on this island for an eternity. Our sole opportunity of being rescued was foiled by the hunters, now recognized as Jack and his group. Their responsibility was to maintain the fire always, enabling a passing ship to spot the smoke and come to our aid. Clearly, this basic…

William Golding’s “Lord of the Flies” stands as a formidable exploration of human nature and the inherent darkness that lurks within. One of the novel’s most elusive and debated symbols is the “beast.” While initially perceived as a tangible threat lurking on the island, the beast’s true nature unravels as the narrative progresses. This essay…

This was the strangest December ever in Salem, Virginia history. It was cold but not December cold, it was more like September cold. It was more like autumn and less like winter. The temperature never went lower than 55 degrees, and it went as high as 80 degrees All the news channels blamed it on…

Lennie was a gentle man who only cared about tending the rabbits. He knew that his dream would come true if he worked hard and helped others. Some examples of this include Lennie working on the ranch and tending to the puppies. George only looked after him because he felt bad for him, which Lennie…

Sudden, Unexpected Interjection “It is a tale told by an idiot,full of sound and fury, signifying nothing.” At one point in hisshort story, “Big Two-Hearted River: Part II”, Hemingway’scharacter Nick speaks in the first person. Why he adopts,for one line only, the first person voice is an interestingquestion, without an easy answer. Sherwood Andersondoes the…

Scott Fitzgerald implements many symbols in The Great Gatsby, developing. A hidden theme or meaning behind each that apply towards the characters. Used for character development, Fitzgerald connects symbols to characters. To expose their inner thoughts, desires, and flaws through the symbol’s connotations. He depicts these concealed qualities of the characters, for they are never…

Was Hamlet insane? Scholars have debated this question ever since Shakespeare presented this play to the public. Although I am not a scholar, I believe that there is enough evidence in the play to suggest Hamlet had been sane. He may have been depressed and angry however this was due to the treachery and betrayal…

In the wide kingdom of classic literature, there exists the known short story that took in the captivity of readers with his enigmatic themes and deep penetrating into the human condition. This literary masterpiece weaves the magic story of young protagonist, Holden Caulfield, as he translates difficulties of youth and moving to adult life. “Catcher…