Abstract This paper looks at why "The Arabian Nights" story has remained famous and popular as a significant work in Arab literature. It examines the universal and positive appeal of the tales, their influence in Western literature and specific writers influenced by the Arabian Nights.
From the Paper ""Alf Layla wa Layla" translated as "A Thousand Nights" and also known as "An Arabian Night's Entertainments" has had a remarkable history equal to that of the characters in its tales. Some scholars surmise that these tales originated over years ago in ..."
Tags:AlfLayla wa Layla, Arabian Nights, A Thousand and One Nights
Abstract This paper examines how authors al-Zayyat and Idilbi represent the war for independence through their protagonists in their novels, "Sabriya" and "The Open Door," respectively. It looks at how they present the role of women in Middle Eastern society as a contrast to Sabriya and Layla's passion to fight for their country's justice and how these characters are used to represent the universal struggle of women in finding their social identity.
From the Paper "The term "post-colonial identity" indicates that a new identity is born when an individual becomes detached from the nation that he or she was once ruled by. However, there are several limitations to this freedom, in both post-nationalization and during the struggle. A woman may be respected for her courage to fight for the independence of her colony, but would also be expected by the men to know her place in society and respect the limits that men set out for her. Once this intangible "freedom" is granted by a nation, what happens? Where does a woman go from here? She must still obey the rules of society, and must be reminded of that throughout her struggle."
Abstract This paper explores some of the long musical history of Eric Clapton. First, it briefly discusses his musical associations and influences. Then, it analyzes two of his most famous performances, "Layla" from his 1970 recording and "Cocaine" from his 1977 solo album, "Slowhand". The paper then concludes with a discussion of Clapton's career after the 1970s and his influence on musicians working today.
Outline:
Background and Associations
Analysis
Influences
From the Paper "While still in his twenties, British-born Clapton had worked with many of the most significant bands of his era, including the Yardbirds, John Mayall's Bluesbreakers, Cream, and Blind Faith. With always a strong blues flavor to his playing, Clapton established himself as one of the world's premiere electric guitarists, and he is still considered a primary innovator for this instrument, along with Jimi Hendrix. Throughout the heights of his early career, drugs plagued him. When he was in Derek and the Dominoes throughout 1970, they recorded "Layla," which is still considered one of his most famous numbers. And though his post-drug achievements and celebrity have been notable and respected throughout the musical world, it was the troubled Clapton of the 1970s whose song writing and playing made the indelible stamp on rock history."
