Abstract This paper reviews the short story "Crapy Cornelia" by Henry James and in particular analyzes how through his images we can see the clear link between James? late style of writing and also his intentions and attitudes towards New York. It uses extracts from the text and other works by Henry James in order to explore his theories of style, specifically dualism, psychological monism and aesthetic monism.
From the Paper "Henry James is considered one of the greatest realists ever. Crapy Cornelia, as well as many of James? other late period writings, shows this genre and the influences of James? mentors George Eliot and Howells. The main tenet of realism is that writers must not select facts in accord with preconceived aesthetic or ethical ideals but must set down their observations impartially and objectively. Concerned with the faithful representation of life, which frequently lacks form, realists tend to downplay plot in favor of character and concentrate on middle-class life and preoccupations, avoiding larger, more dramatic issues. Bearing these aspects in mind, Crapy Cornelia may be seen as a miniature masterpiece of James? realism."
Abstract This paper studies the genetic disorder called Cornelia de Lange Syndrome; a disorder affecting fetal development and presenting with a complete host of disorders and disfigurements, including deformed or missing fingers or limbs, retardation, speech impairment, cardiac issues and severe esophageal-gastric problems requiring immediate surgery. According to this paper, the gene responsible for this disorder was isolated by two research teams in spring of 2004 and these findings are also discussed as are their implications.
From the Paper "This paper presents a brief yet comprehensive review of Cornelia de Lange Syndrome (CdLS), a genetic disorder that affects the developing fetus in the womb, and is most often diagnosed in infants through the presentation of multiple physical abnormalities evident at birth, including: impaired growth, gastroesophageal reflux and feeding problems, upper limb abnormalities and distinctive facial features such as thin eyebrows that join together, long eyelashes, thin lips and excessive body hair. CdLS affects approximately 1 - 10,000 children. Our presentation will be broken down into logical reporting sections that closely parallel the Clinical Case Studies section of the text, including Principles, Background, Major Phenotypic Features, Pathogenesis/Molecular Basis, followed by a brief discussion on inheritance risk and disease management. Please note: no specific case will be identified; therefore, a case history will not be presented."
Abstract This paper compares the use of images of New York in four of James' fictional works ("Crapy Cornelia", "The Jolly Corner", "Washington Square" and "An International Episode") and one of his non-fictional works ("The American Scene") . It finds a number of patterns in the way in which James writes, particularly when his 'late period' style is contrasted with his 'early period' style.
From the Paper "If we compare the length of James? images of New York from James? late period with those of his earlier works we can notice big differences. With the exception of the excellent descriptions of New York in their introductions, both Washington Square and An International Episode contain images of New York usually within the confines of a single, succinct sentence. This is certainly not the case with James? latter works, the descriptions of which may run into pages (see for example James? three page description of hats in The American Scene). Although it would be out of style with this paper, it would be interesting to do a textual analysis comparison between the images of New York in James? early and late periods (based on the lines of analysis such as that carried out by Smit 1988)."
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Abstract This paper aims to study images of New York in the works of Henry James. It uses a non-fictional work ("The American Scene") and four fictional works ("The Jolly Corner", "Washington Square", "Crapy Cornelia" and "An International Episode") to argue that there are discernable patterns to James' images and that they appear to develop over the course of his literary career.
From the Paper "It is interesting to note that the monster images are applied at a number of levels. First, they are applied at an overall level, where James asks overtly "Had New York, the miscellaneous monster, a heart at all"? Secondly, they are applied at the level of the greedy producer and consumer that James so despises as "monsters of the mere market". Lastly, they are applied at the level of the new immigrants into New York "in their monstrous, presumptuous interest, the aliens, in New York". What these various levels show is the far-reaching range of distrust that James harbored towards all of the various factors undergoing change in New York at that time."
Abstract The paper considers the issue of the double standard in law, based on the book "Women before the bar: Gender, law, & Society in Connecticut, 1639-1789" by Cornelia Dayton-Hughes. The paper shows how the law evolved from the eighteenth century to the present day and how some attitudes have not changed, even as the law has come to recognize men and women as equal before the bar.
From the Paper " A legal issue that has changed greatly since the eighteenth century, and yet that still prevails in many ways, is addressed by Cornelia Dayton-Hughes in her book Women Before the Bar: Gender, Law, & Society in Connecticut, 1639-1789 in a chapter on the so-called double standard, related by the author specifically to the question of consensual sex, though a double standard in the way the law treats men and women could be found and sometimes can still be found in terms of a large number of issues. Certain laws include a gender component because that truly makes sense, such as laws on reproductive rights. Other laws have contained a distinction reflecting social attitudes and not a physical reality, and these are the sorts of laws Dayton-Hughes addresses in the context of the eighteenth century."
Abstract This paper looks at the way King Lear only attains humility when he has lost everything. It starts by describing his pompous manner, followed by his first awareness of his lack of importance when he visits his so-called loyal daughters and is later rescued by Cornelia.
From the paper;
"In many historical works of literature we are given a glimpse at what living a royal life was like in days of medieval history. Kings are often presented as pompous and full of self-assurance that borders on conceit. We come to understand that it is the position that they are born into that causes this overblown ego display, but we shake our heads at how fully the self-importance impacts their lives. A classic example of this phenomenon is the story of King Lear by William Shakespeare. King Lear is a pompous and self-absorbed man until he loses everything and everyone. He learns the lesson of self-awareness and humility and the essence of what is truly important in life only after losing everything that he believed to be vital."
Abstract This thesis finds that Henry James' images of New York can be studied and then grouped systematically according to various themes which they represent. These themes are compared, contrasted and analysed in detail. The thesis also finds that there is a clear development in style of the images from James' "early period" through to his "late period".
Introduction
I Chapter One:
I.I The American Scene: A Review
I.II Morality, Manners and the Human Spirit
I.III Masculinity, Femininity and Culture
I.IV Voices in the Air
II. Chapter Two
II.I Washington Square
II.II The Jolly Corner
II.III An International Episode
II.IV Crapy Cornelia Conclusion
Notes
Works Cited
From the Paper "I would now like to return to a discussion that was first invoked in Chapter II.III regarding theories of style, specifically: dualism, psychological monism and aesthetic monism. These theories are intrinsically interwoven with discussion of realism and, hence, images of New York in the works of Henry James. To discuss one of these, one needs to discuss the other. "Dualism" contends that a writer's intention may be expressed in a variety of ways. The writer's intention is "deeper" than his expression of it. "Psychological monism" shows that the author's intention directly relates to a particular style. A different intention would, therefore, result in a different style. "Aesthetic monism" argues that an author's intentions are irrelevant in determining the meaning of a work. It is more useful to discuss the intention of the work itself rather than the author."
Abstract This paper discusses Katherine Anne Porter's 1930 short story, "The Jilting of Granny Weatherall". The paper examines the character of the story's protagonist, Granny Weatherall. The paper presents the story as largely an extended stream-of-consciousness narrative that depicts the various thoughts and perceptions that flicker through the dying granny's mind, in a way that gives insight into the woman's character and her development from young girl, to wife, to old and respected matron.
From the Paper "Granny Weatherall's character becomes evident in the first line she speaks over the story's introduction. "Get along now. Take your schoolbooks and go. There's nothing wrong with me." She snaps at the attending, ultimately ineffectual Doctor Harry, as well as her daughter Cornelia. Granny uses her eighty years as a defense for her caustic tone-she should know when she needs a doctor she implies, because she has suffered more in her life than both of these two individual's existences combined. Granny's characteristic frugality and independence are reinforced when she adds, "I pay my own bills, and I don't throw my money away on nonsense!" "
Abstract This paper examines the rise to power of Julius Caesar. The paper begins with a discussion of Caesar's early leadership and his calculated moves toward military greatness. Next, the paper analyzes Caesar's role in crushing Pompey's army in Pharsalus. The paper concludes with the plot to assassin Caesar, as well as brief commentary on his historical legacy.
From the Paper "Gaius Julius Caesar was born in Rome on July 12, 100 BC, as a member of the Julian clan. It seemed as though Julius was almost born a radical. At a young age, his uncle by marriage, Gaius Marius, leader of the Populares, had ruled seven times as consul, or chief magistrate. It was in this seventh term that he appointed young Caesar to the position of flamen dialis, a position of archaic priesthood, but with no power. Thus, he was classified as one who agreed with his uncle's extremist ideas, and even further influenced this opinion when he broke off his first engagement with Cossutia, and married Cornelia, the daughter of Marius's associate, Cinna, in 84 BC."
