Abstract In this article, the writer discusses Frank Zappa's song "Trouble Every Day," a song referring to the Watts riots. The writer describes how the song made Americans think about the way that race defined so much of the American experience during the middle decades of this past century. The writer discusses that the commentary on the narrator's observations of the riots is both ironic and brutal, the voice of a person who wishes that everything would change as well as the acknowledgment of a man who thinks that nothing is likely to change soon.
From the Paper "Frank Zappa made Americans think about the Watts riots when he wrote and sang Trouble Every Day and even more importantly, he made Americans think about the way that race defined so much of the American experience during the middle decades of this past century. His commentary on the narrator's observations of the riots which might or might not be his own perspective is both ironic and brutal, the voice of a person who wishes that everything would change as well as the ... "
Abstract This paper compares and contrasts the tendencies of Henry James in his writings. "The Beast in The Jungle", "The Jolly Corner", and "The Portrait of a Lady" are three of James' works that are examined in detail. In particular, this paper focuses on the protagonists of each of the writings respectively. A strong comparison is made between the three protagonists of these writings, and their miserable lives. On the other hand, the protagonist of James' story "The Tragic Muse" is shown to lead a life of happiness and success. The paper notes the clear differences between this story and the others, therefore explaining what leads the character on a different path.
From the Paper "In contrast, Portrait of a Lady presents Ralph as an invalid who lives vicariously through a woman named Isabel Archer whom he leads to doom. He bestows upon her a large sum of money, despite his father's warning that fortune hunters will target her for it. Ralph replies, "That's a risk, and it has entered into my calculation...I'm prepared to take it" (p. 161). Ralph is financially generous to Isabel not out of love but out of a morbid fascination. He wants to see what she will do with it. When Isabel marries a gold-digger, she fulfills the victim role that Ralph's father had feared. Ralph's fascination with Isabel's life overcomes any concern he might have had for her welfare."
Abstract This paper argues that Shakespeare wrote "Measure for Measure" as a complimentary tutorial for King James. In doing so, he portrays the current state of affairs in England and attempts to provide James with advice concerning the problems facing his kingdom.
From the Paper "Shakespeare's England at the time that Measure for Measure was written was in a state of internal conflict and discord. King James I came to power in 1603 and inherited a kingdom rife with a myriad of social and cultural problems, including corruption in the justice system, religious disputes and crises, and rampant sexual immorality. Shakespeare, the ?King's Playwright,? as Alvin Kernan dubs him, wrote Measure for Measure as a complimentary tutorial for King James. In doing so, he portrays the current state of affairs in England and attempts to provide James, as a ruler with Divine Right and responsibility to his country, with advice concerning the problems facing his kingdom."
Abstract This paper explains that Shakespeare's "Hamlet" resonates in Henry James' "Turn of the Screw". The author points out that the latter text can be said to replicate the structure of the former. The paper relates that both texts use ghosts.
From the Paper This research provides a comparison and contrast of Shakespeare's "Hamlet"and Henry James' The Turn of the Screw". The research will identify ways in which "Hamlet " resonates in James's story with a view toward evaluating the extent to which elements of the ..."
Abstract This three page book review of James Frey's "A Million Little Pieces" looks at several major points of this work. It looks at James' steps as he moves through rehab in a motivational model, how he copes with the family dynamics in the work, how he is effectively (or not) guided by the staff at the center, and finally, how the work, even though fictional, can be seen as valid.
From the Paper "Frey's now famous work, entitled "A Million Little Pieces" has recently caught the attention of the American public--firstly from being sponsored by Oprah's Book Club, to then being openly renounced as a work of false fiction. Yet, however one looks at this situation, it can be agreed upon that the work is compelling. Telling the story of a twenty-three year old's collapse into alcoholism and drug addiction, and his way out of this circumstance, it shows unusual honesty of character and family. Moving from a bewildering plane ride to placement in a residential drug and alcohol treatment facility by the seventh page, the majority of the work revolves around James' reactions to treatment, coupled with flashbacks in the form of user-dreams. The work touches upon personal change via a motivational model, illustrates the importance of family dynamics and staff upon..."
Abstract This paper gives an historical analysis of James Madison and his Presidency, focusing on his commitment to the separation of church and state. This commitment influenced the decisions he made and the political ideology that he upheld. The paper traces Madison's political career and its interconnection with the birth of the US. Madison's famous treatise on separation of church and state entitled "The Memorial and Remonstrance Against Religious Assessments," is analyzed. The paper concludes by reinforcing James Madison's commitment to the separation of church and state and the protection of individual liberty.
From the Paper " From the early days of the development of the British colonies into an independent nation, Madison was involved. As a student of history, government, and law, he took part in framing the Virginia Constitution in 1776 and held membership in the Virginia Assembly ("James Madison"). Madison served in the Continental Congress and engaged in frequent debates at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia ("James Madison"). Together with Alexander Hamilton and John Jay, Madison made a major contribution to ratifying the Constitution by writing the Federalist essays, which were in favor of the creation of a more powerful federal government to replace the ailing Confederation. The essays earned him the title of "Father of the Constitution," although he claimed the document was "the work of many heads and many hands" ("James Madison"). He also shared in framing the Bill of Rights and passing the first revenue legislation."
Tags:James, Madison, Constitution, First, Amendment, separation, of, church, and, state
Abstract This paper takes a look at Maria, a character in the story "Clay" by James Joyce, who never actually wakes up to face the reality or realizes that her whole life has been based on false assumptions and lies.
From the Paper "In the Dubliners, James Joyce's short story "Clay" stands out as a piece that has as its main character an ignorant woman who is essentially blind to the world around her. While many of Joyce's characters are struck with life-changing epiphanies, Maria does not recognize the signs - that are predictors of her future - even when they are painfully obvious to the reader. Working at the Dublin by Lamplight laundry, Maria thinks of her position as being of the utmost importance when in reality she is nothing more than a common dishwasher. Although Maria's budget is very limited, she nevertheless thinks that she is an independent woman and can afford the same things as women her age who are actually married. Maria believes that other individuals respect her and admire her, even though those same individuals either mock her unassuming nature or fail to notice her all together. Maria considers Joe's family to be the closest thing she has to having her own family. Meanwhile, Joe, his wife and his children simply put up with Maria once a year as if she was an unpleasant burden. Throughout the story, Joyce presents comparison after comparison of how Maria views herself versus how others view her. While Maria sees her life and the world around her through rose-colored glasses, the reality is rarely accommodating of her expectations."
Tags: clay, james, joyce, maria, Dubliners, character, analysis, english, literature
Abstract In this paper the author examines James Baldwin?s, "The Fire Next Time", which looks at the explosion or revolution that will result if freedom for African Americans is not achieved. The author identifies and examines, in depth, various thematic threads throughout the novel and also makes reference to the story of Hamlet when comparing the African-American search for their identity in America.
From the paper:
?Baldwin's talent for running words excitingly across a page, crying thoughts to heights of perception, rarely falters. When he discusses the African American's need to fight back against white oppression, he recognizes that the African American although sometimes deluded by promises is actually less deluded than whites that believe that they are giving freedom to blacks.?
Tags:James, Baldwin, The, Fire, Next, Time, African, Americans, Whites
This paper is an analysis of how "typing"- the literary action of making characters stand for themes and ideas- is illustrated in Henry James' novella "Daisy Miller."
Abstract By examining the typing of characters in this novella, Henry James is able to progress themes and ideas.
From the Paper "It is entirely correct to identify a recurrent theme of "typing" in Henry James' novel, Daisy Miller, but it is perhaps a mistake to take this theme at face value. James' characters are much deeper than a simple type and it is often the other characters in the novella who are guilty of "typing" one person or another. By identifying the action of "typing" and using setting and character, James is able to identify the flaws of the society that is examined in this work and his presentation of an idealized world of human interaction is that much more convincing and appealing."
Abstract A detailed exploration into St. James the Greater's life and devoted work to the Church. The paper shows that through his dedicated work to the Church and to Jesus, he was a major role model to other saints.
From the Paper "St. James, in all the information I could find did not have a date of birth. His father's name was Zebedee and his mother's name was Salome. His brother was John the Apostle one of the most revered apostle to Jesus. James is portrayed as being a Pilgrim on the road of life that is how he got his patronage. He is the patron saint of Pilgrims. He is also the patron of all things Spanish because of his works and the bringing and preaching of the gospel in Spain. St. James is called The Greater because of one reason, he was made an apostle before the other St. James The Lesser. "
Abstract This paper examines the main character Stephen Dedalus, in James Joyce's "A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man", struggle with sin and society. The paper describes the main character's childhood and religious upbringing, and later his emergence into independent adulthood. The author writes that after a battle with sin followed by a religious rebirth that he can find a level of peace within himself.
From the Paper "Stephen Dedalus, in the book "A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man" by James Joyce is forced throughout his life to deal with the issue of sin. Early in his childhood he is taught the basics of right and wrong by his parents. This matter becomes complicated and fearsome under the influence of the Catholic Church, and Stephen, despite his desire to be pious, begins to question it."
Abstract This paper examines the poetic features, such as line break, symbols, rhyme and imagery, in the poem "Autumn Begins in Martins Ferry Ohio" by James Wright. The author points out the speaker and the speaker's tone in the poem. The paper discusses the meaning of the poem.
From the Paper "This paper will analyze the poem "Autumn Begins in Martins Ferry Ohio" by James Wright in three parts. The first part will examine such poetic features as grammar line break, rhythm ..."
Abstract The paper provides a biographical sketch of the writer James Baldwin, with an emphasis on his major literary works. The paper describes Baldwin as one of the most prominent African American writers of his generation.
From the Paper "When James Baldwin emerged upon the literary landscape, black voices were still rare in American literature. Yet he was able to break into the scene and later become one of the most prominent African American writers of his generation. Here we will explore the life of the man that acted as the voice of a race and a generation. James Baldwin was born in Harlem, New York City as the son of a domestic worker."
Abstract This paper reviews the book 'A Million Little Pieces' by James Frey, the book said to be a memoir of a young man's brave fight with crippling substance abuse problems. This paper reports how not only did the critics love it, but it was seen as an immensely important contribution to the small but important genre that focuses on drug addiction issues.
Abstract This paper is a biography of President James Monroe, noting his achievement and his lasting influence in American life. The paper focuses specifically on the important statement in the Monroe Doctrine, asserting the interests of the United States and warning European powers to keep away. He was also President when various battles began over the continuation of slavery, leading at the time to a compromise that left slavery to the South and eliminated it from the North.
From the Paper "James Monroe was the fifth President of the United States, serving two terms from 1817 to 1825. His importance in American history centers largely on his formulation of what would become known as the Monroe Doctrine asserting the interests of the United States in matters taking place in this hemisphere and warning European powers to keep away. He was also President when various battles began over the continuation of slavery, leading at the time to a compromise that left slavery to the South and eliminated it from the North. Monroe was born on April 28, 1758 in Westmoreland County, Virginia. He would graduate from William and Mary, and he served in the army during the first years of the Revolution and was wounded at Trenton. After the revolution, he entered Virginia politics and later national politics under the sponsorship of Thomas Jefferson. In 1786, he married Elizabeth Kortright ("James Monroe" para. 1)."
