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Mark Twain was an American writer and humourist born in 1835. His birth name was Samuel Langhorn Clemens. He was responsible for such literary chef-d’oeuvres as The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. and The Adventures of Huckleberry Fin. which became known as the Great American Novel. He was admired by many of the great novelists of…

            Howard Gardner’s theory of multiple intelligences is primarily concerned with the fact that traditional education doesn’t take into account the different abilities that human beings possess that all lead to learning (Acosta, 16). One child may learn a concept rather quickly but struggle with another while another child may struggle with the first concept…

The depression, racial issues, equality, morality and justice, are all complex issues that The United States of America still face in today’s society. ‘To Kill A Mockingbird’ is a cleverly written Harper Lee novel that focuses on many issues surrounding life in the southern states of America in the 1930’s. Written from a young girl’s…

“Othello” by William Shakespeare is a classic tragedy that follows the downfall of the classic tragic hero Othello. Without the hero’s death, caused by his fatal character flaws, and the demise of those around him at the conclusion of the play, this quintessential tragedy could not be characterised as thus.The play’s five act structure coincides…

Poe and Hawthorne are the most significant American writers of 19th century. They have their own way of relating to their audiences that’s varied and similar at the same time. Poe’s writing involves the reader emotionally. Hawthorne on the other hand considers author’s imagination important and paints a picture based on it. These innovative thoughts…

Throughout Shakespeare’s great works of classic literature, he often takes the sacred institutions of marriage, and corrupts it by allowing its passion-filled symbolism to create the seeds of its own destruction. Whether this is a result of Shakespeare’s own experiences or just a generally negative view of the custom and its ever-present importance to the…

Technology was used in ‘1984’ for nefarious purposes at worst, or, at best, as a way of suppressing dissent. Television as a Propaganda Machine Television, as it is known today, was utilized in ‘1984’ as a propaganda machine to subdue the masses. It was the medium that could best display what was good about Big…

Rebellion for a Better Future Rebellion of an individual occurs when there is a difference of opinion. This conventional trait among society allows diverse ideas to be suggested and added upon for a better future and eventually an all around Utopia. Rebellious attitude is depicted throughout George Orwell’s novel 1984 and Margaret Atwood’s novel The…

Lennie and George arrive at the ranch, greeted by Candy, the handy man who leads them to the boss’s house. George advises Lennie to stay quiet for a good first impression. The boss pays no attention to them while seated at his table. George starts a conversation with him as Lennie stands by the door….

During the Enlightenment, a group of progressive thinkers called philosophes transformed society with their innovative ideas. Despite their differing viewpoints, these modern intellectuals shared a common objective: comprehending and improving society. One highly influential philosopher in this movement was John Locke, who emerged in 17th century England during the English Civil War and the Glorious…