Abstract This paper takes up the idea of loss of imagination, a popular idea of romantic poetry, that is the central theme of the poem, "Dejection: An Ode." The author compares this poem to the biblical story,
"The Fall" in order to show that there is a "point of no return" that is associated with the biblical example and that this must also be assumed in Coleridge's comparison to a loss of imagination.
From the Paper "Consider for a moment the absence of all imagination. Of course, such an act is impossible. The very fascination of such an idea prompts the human mind to initiate its most creative powers. Nonetheless, Coleridge presents a hope-tinged lament to the notion of a loss of imagination in
"Dejection: An Ode." The demise of "genial spirits" in response to Wordsworth is depicted as permanent, and readers are offered no hopes of the visionary consolation through memory found in "Intimations Ode Instead, the speaker's "grief without a pang, void, dark, and drear" is irreversible and comes from deep within. The only expectation from which he may draw solace is that his "Lady" who is "pure of heart" may "evermore rejoice".
Abstract This comparative essay focuses on Coleridge's "Dejection: An Ode" and Shelley's "Mont Blanc". Although it focuses on the author's respective philosophical views on the mind and perception as it is affected by language, the essay maintains attention to poetic form. Reality, truth, imagination and illusion are all discussed.
From the Paper "Both Coleridge and Shelly center imaginative investigations on perception. They study the relationship between thoughts and the individual and the relationship between thoughts and surroundings. The imagination is the most direct faculty of creating images in the mind's eye. Perception is greatly affected by the impact of the external world upon the mind. The imagination plays with impressions in Coleridge's "Dejection: An Ode" and Shelley's "Mont Blanc", to both interpret and create reality. Both Coleridge and Shelley attempt to reflect the imaginative process which is inaccessible. In both works, a step back from the external world is taken, in a reflection upon experience. In "Mont Blanc" and "Dejection: An Ode", the poet engages the external world in an attempt to make sense through perception. Both "Dejection:An Ode", and "Mont Blanc" present a sublime moment between the "self" and the ?other.? Through interpretation and poetry, illusion is created, masking reality. Both works reflect the world's imprint upon human senses which is organized through nature and nurture. Shelley and Coleridge express value in the imagination, a product of both nature and nurture, containing the essential nature of the universe."
Tags: blanc, coleridge, dejection, mont, ode, perspective, poetry, shelley, truth
Abstract This paper examines Shelly's poem and explains that it is two-toned, focusing first on nature and then the emotions experienced by the poet himself dramatized through the use of the iambic form. The contrast created by the poet is through the different themes used in the divisions of the stanzas.
From the Paper "Many critics have attempted to analyze "Stanzas Written in Dejection" which is considered one of the greatest poems of all time. The fascination critics have with this poem is the eerie parallel of Shelley's life to the events that take place in the poem itself. Consider one such criticism "The Pursuit of Death" (Kurtz', 1933). Kurtz emphasizes the emotional words used by Shelley to expose his emotional and physical turmoil. Kurtz asserts that Shelley, was overwrought due to his wife, Harriet's suicide and then he became greatly depressed over the death of his little daughter, Clara. This emotional turmoil caused him to have a greater understanding of the natural world such that his own condition became a contrast to the peace around him. Consider the contrast used in his poem where in the first two stanzas he describes the calm and cool nature around him giving a sense of peace to the reader, "The sun is warm, the sky is clear...The waves are dancing fast and bright"? and then in the third stanza he suddenly introduces his own self in the poem as he writes of his pain with the words ?...Alas! I have nor hope nor health...Nor peace within nor calm around?? "
Abstract This paper discusses one of the sonnets that appeared in Samuel Daniel's work "Delia". The poem is a classic example of Elizabethan poetry and contains all the elements normally associated with the poetry of that era such as imagery, symbolism, love and dejection.
Abstract This paper presents a discussion on depression in three distinct sections. The first section reflects on the topic of depression as it pertains to the sociological insights, issues, and theories of depression. The second section provides insight into how individuals have related their feelings about depression, either through writings or by observations on how depression affects them socially. Finally, this paper provides some of the personal views of the author of the paper on the world of depression.
From the Paper "Depression is often a completely misunderstood problem and has on occasion been considered simply a type of mental weakness or personality flaw. However, depression is a very real disease that affects up to 19 million Americans annually. All in all, depression is a very serious problem that does not get, in my opinion, enough attention in the perspective of how it affects us socially. We as a nation are suffering from depression related symptoms like substance and alcohol abuse, suicide and domestic violence. ?Depression is among the five most costly diseases in the world, in terms of morbidity. In the United States, suicides outnumber homicides by about three to two. Substance abuse and violence-related trauma are cynosures of our era.? (Kleinman, 2002) Until we find a real solution or cure for depression, we will have to continue to deal with the social implications of the symptoms."
Tags: sad, psychotic, disorder, feelings, of, dejection, hopelessness, chemicals, imbalance
Abstract This paper examines how Mary Shelly's "Frankenstein" is one of the most highly debated works of the 19th century and how there is a plethora of themes and issues rooted in this masterfully woven tale of human creation, interaction, and dejection. It discusses whether it is centered on science, themes of motherhood and birth, feminist protest, or the basic need of every man to have a companion. It explores how "Frankenstein" presents a poignant picture of human weakness and codependency and how, through various characters, Shelly shows readers just how much humans need one another to maintain sanity and functionality. It also examines how the novel contains many gender specific properties, which form and shape the framework for its very important subtext.
From the Paper "Possibly the most dominant theme of Frankenstein is that of human weakness and the codependency that is our nature. Victor creates his monster, in large part, because he is lonely. This observation does not suggest that his purpose lay in this loneliness, but only his subconscious motivation. Were he more social and had he been privileged to have a close friend or two, he might not have had the mad desire to pursue science to its limits. Perhaps, then, he would not have entangled himself in his own web of occupation with his project, even to the point of losing his sanity. There is almost a Biblical allusion to God's creation of man when comparing these two accounts. It has been argued that God created man out of His need for interaction, and Victor, for lack of the same, pieces together his beast as a means of escape from the loneliness of his life. The base point is that he needed someone constant and on the outside of Victor's own psyche who might have helped him see the error of his proposed creation."
Abstract This paper explains that Mary Oliver, a Pulitzer Prize-winning poet, like most Romantic poets, creates a boundary between nature and man and attempts to explain through examples. The author points out that, in her poems, "Seven White Butterflies" and ?West Wind 2?, the poet demonstrates that humans need to learn from nature a life free from struggle for materialism or dejection. The paper relates that, in "Seven White Butterflies", the butterflies represent nature as always being free from threats because nature enables them with the wisdom to extricate themselves from captivity or death.
From the Paper "As far as rhythm in "West Wind 2" is concerned, Oliver seems to adopt a style that is free from any formal rhythm. This is what makes "West Wind 2" even more interesting because in four stanzas she manages to first establish trust as evidence in these words "Without fanfare, without embarrassment, without/any doubt, I talk directly to your soul. Listen to me" and then delves straight to the issue of cautioning the youth. There is no formal rhyme or rhythm to the terms used yet one gets the distinct image of a boat rower's dilemma rowing downstream. And the last line, in one smooth stanza, she presents and, at the same time, advises the youth what to do. This gives the finality of the obvious and the reason why she wants to caution one in the first place. Unlike in the poem "Seven White Butterflies", she does stick to syntax but no rhythm is established."
Abstract This paper summarizes both the "Bhagavad-Gita" and the "Epic of Gilgamesh" and explains the message and purpose of each story. The paper explains that, even though both stories talk about authority and strength, the "Bhagavad-Gita" talks about the strength of the soul, while "Gilgamesh" talks about exterior strength.
From the Paper "The eastern and western scholars have described Bhagavad-gita to be the greatest spiritual books in the world. In the book Lord Krishna describes the science of self-realization and an exact through which human beings can establish their eternal relationship with God. "It is approachable from the sanctified realms of religions and is glorified as the essence of all spiritual teachings". ( Srimad Bhagavad-Gita : http://www.bhagavad-gita.org/ ). "The core purpose of Bhagavad-Gita, is to illuminate for all of humanity, the realization of the true nature of divinity; as the highest spiritual conception and the greatest material
conception is to attain the love of God". This book extracts the main characters of Lord Krishna and Prince Arjuna, enlightened in the first chapter, is the war scene in the sacred land of Kuruksetra and the setting up of a battle."
Tags:dejection fear epephany transformation eternal soul madhu ashurbanipal, king Assyria
Abstract This paper explains that integrative psychotherapy involves a practice of psychotherapy, which asserts the intrinsic value of each individual in terms of their emotional, behavioral, cognitive, physiological and spiritual dimensions of life. The author points out that integrative transactional analysis theory is formed by theories of motivation, personality and methods. The paper describes the therapy of a 50-year-old insurance company woman executive, who, after therapy, came out of her dejection and gave up her childhood script thoughts.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Integrative Psychotherapy
Theories of Integrative Psychotherapy
Development of Child's Personality
Child Ego State
From the Paper "Though the defensive mechanisms even out and look after the individual, this steadiness limits the naturalness, familiarity, and suppleness so necessary for development. Categories of specific methods include the processes of inquiry, attunement, and involvement. The process of inquiry includes the therapist being open to finding out the client's viewpoint while the client concurrently finds out his or her sense of self with each of the therapist's knowledge improving statements or questions. Attunement is a two-phase process which starts with empathy that is, being responsive to and recognizing with the other's sensations, needs, or feelings and the communication of the sensitivity to another person. Therapeutic involvement is inclusive of 'acknowledgment, validation, normalization, and presence' reduces internal defensive processes."
Abstract This paper posits that the literary works "Othello" by Shakespeare, "Gulliver's Travels" by Swift, "Tartuffe" by Moliere, "Inferno" by Dante and the poems "Life," "Dejection: An Ode," and "Hexameters" by Coleridge show the protagonist's pursuit for true morality during their journeys. It looks at how these journeys are illustrated as an opportunity for the protagonist or main character to reflect on his life and re-discover one's self, thereby serving as the catalyst to achieve the individual's own meaning of true morality.
From the Paper "Shakespeare highlighted humanity's faults in pursuing the true meaning of morality in Othello's character in the play, "Othello." Events that led to Othello's commitment of murder to Desdemona was triggered during his absence for a journey, which had given Iago the chance to develop plans that later took a toll in Othello and Desdemona's future. Shakespeare showed Othello's loss in his pursuit of true morality when he decided to believe Iago's allegations, and murder Desdemona in the process without hearing her side of the story. He believed that Desdemona's actions had been immoral, believing that she had an affair with Cassio, while all the way it was Othello who had been immoral, and Desdemona and Cassio, the moral ones."
Abstract In looking back on twentieth century world history, the novels "Darkness at Noon" by Arthur Koestler and "Midaq Alley" by Naguib Mahfouz are magnificent conveyors of the era's distinctive characteristics. The paper shows that there is an inherent similarity between these two stories of dehumanization and dejection, despite the notable difference in the settings. The paper shows that the parallels between the two novels are especially strong in that they both deal with the torment suffered by mankind as a result of war, betrayal and corruption.
From the Paper "The frustration depicted in Darkness at Noon can also be felt in Midaq Alley. The piety of Radwan Husseini, whom the inhabitants seek out for spiritual advice and comfort, is the only outlet available to relieve their unrelenting stress and confusion. Despite the fact that Husseini is the alley's most "positive thinking" inhabitant, he too has felt the sting of disappointment and anger over the loss of his children. Yet he has turned his back on bitterness, choosing instead to find faith and solace by continually seeking to uncover the true meaning of life."
This well-researched paper analyzes the various causes of severe depression ranging from biological to genetic to environmental while also focusing on the variety of effective treatments currently available.
Abstract This paper defines the term depression as a psycho-neurotic or psychotic disorder marked by sadness, inactivity, difficulty in thinking and concentrating, as well as feelings of dejection and hopelessness which can lead to suicidal tendencies. This paper supplies relevant published data and statistics pertaining to this specific topic. This paper discusses the significant increase in reported cases of severe depression. Currently, the risk of developing depression stands between 8%-12% for men and 20%-26% for women. This paper cites the findings of the World Health Organization which states that by the year 2020 severe depression will be the world's second most debilitating disease, surpassed only by heart disease. The writer contends that, although the exact causes of depression have not yet been determined, it is clear that biological, genetic and environmental factors play a significant role. Some common environmental factors linked to depression include involvement in difficult relationships, conflicts with family members, friends and co-workers and/or the death of a loved one. This paper explores the various treatments available including: Electro-convulsive therapy, psychotherapy and drug therapy while also citing the success rates for these and other treatments.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Major Depressive Disorder
Epidemiology
Etiology
Diagnosis and Clinical Presentation
Mental Status Exam
Comorbidity and Differential Diagnosis
Course and Prognosis
Treatment
Summary
Conclusion
References
From the Paper "The lifetime risk of developing depression is between 8 and 12 percent for men and 20 and 26 per cent for women. In any given year, approximately 12 percent of women and 7 percent of men suffer from major depression, demonstrating that women are twice as likely to experience this illness as men are. The results of a recent study by Nolen-Hoeksema, Grayson & Larson suggest that such gender differences may be because women experience "more chronic strain, a greater tendency to ruminate when distressed, and a lower sense of their mastery over their lives. In turn, these variables contribute to each other." The statistics may unfairly represent the incidence of depression in men, however."
Abstract This paper presents an exploration of the play, 'A Streetcar Named Desire' by Tennessee Williams. The paper examines the play and its characters. The paper argues that one of the strongest themes of the play is loneliness, as can be seen in the actions of the character Blanche.
Outline:
Introduction
Overview
Conclusion
From the Paper "When she has one last chance at happiness, in Mitch she regales in the possibility(Williams pp). He needs her desperately and she needs to be needed. She longs to have somebody care if she is alive or dead and she needs someone to take care of as she believes it is her place to take care of a man. Everything comes crashing down for her however, when her past comes back to haunt her. She is left without Mitch's embrace or adoration and she knows it was the last chance she had to once again dance the loneliness away. She takes the final steps to insanity and gives up any hope of having a grasp on reality. "
Abstract In this article, the writer looks at the lives of African-Americans after the Civil War. The writer discusses slave labor and the sharecropping system. The writer then discusses the Great Migration in the early 1930s when 1.5 to 2 million African-Americans left the South for industrial cities in the North. The writer studies the Negro-American revolution and black society of the time. The writer then examines how the Great Depression affected the African-American community. Finally, the writer discusses Martin Luther King and racial violence.
Outline:
The Sharecropping System
The Great Migration
New Negro Movement
The Great Depression and World War II
World War II
Non-Violence
From the Paper "Slave labor was very important to Southern economy until the 18th century. The hierarchic social structure before the Civil War had the slaves at the bottom and the plantation owners at the top. White landowners, who were the minority, exploited the Black majority. This Black majority had to suffer constant humiliations in the process. The white landowners viewed the Blacks as inferior so as to justify slavery. So as to deliberately justify their underpayment, white landowners must treat or view them as less ambitious and content with a low life status. Whites enjoyed the benefits while Blacks suffered severe disadvantages. The Blacks had no political or legal entitlements or economic rights. Plantation life, especially in the lower South, was difficult and perilous. However, it attracted large numbers of slaves because it offered greater chances of establishing slave families and communities. They often worked under the task system. Under this system, a slave received a task each day and worked until the task was completed. When this happened, the rest of the day became the slave's own time. Each task was extremely hard but the slaves took it because he somewhat exercised some control over the work pace and the length of the work day. They worked in groups called gangs, headed by slave drivers, on crop rows, plowing, planting, cultivating or picking, depending on the season."
Abstract This paper examines the concept of change and revolution in Percy Bysshe Shelley's poem "Ode to the West Wind". The paper points out that Shelley's poetry and theories embody many of the characteristics that typify the Romantic period, such as the rejection of social norms and conventions, as well as themes of dejection, loss and alienation. The paper asserts that the poem is a lamentation of the loss brought on to nature through the west wind during the winter months. However, at the same time, the speaker seeks refuge in the anticipated regeneration of nature which occurs in the spring through the same force of the west wind. The paper concludes that, through this similar process, Shelley exults in the idea that his poem will have a similar influence on society and future generations as the west wind has on nature.
From the Paper "The second section of this poem, which includes stanzas four and five, reveals that Shelley is able to seek delight in the fact that his writings could potentially have similar consequences to society as the West Wind has on nature. In the fourth stanza, Shelley expresses his desire for nature as he prays to a greater force by saying "Oh lift me as a wave, a leaf, a cloud" (53). This plea by Shelley exemplifies the power that he believes nature possesses, as he now feels inferior to the power inherited in nature and begs for nature's mercy. Moreover, Shelley comes to the realization that the only way in which he can ultimately acquire the power of the wind is through the process of death, as with death, come rebirth in the naturalistic realm. This is evident as Shelley proclaims "I fall upon the thorns of life! I bled!" (54). Shelley then shows his understanding of the inevitability of his death as he state "A heavy weight of hours has chained and bowed/ One too like thee--tameless, and swift, and proud" (55-56). Not only does Shelley understand this inevitability, but he reveals that he may be undeserving of the inevitable death as he has been "chained" to the confinement of humanity, in which Shelley himself will not regenerate even though he is an individual of pride. He also appears to be attempting to plea with the wind, as he parallels himself to the personification that he gave to the wind such as wild and tameless."
