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Freud and Tennessee Williams' "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof", 2007.
This paper analyzes Sigmund Freud's "The Interpretation of Dreams" and "Three Essays on the Theory of Sexuality" and then applies these theories to a psychoanalytical reading of Tennessee Williams' "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof".
3,785 words (approx. 15.1 pages), 25 sources, MLA, $ 104.95
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This paper argues that Sigmund Freud's psychoanalytic concepts illustrated in "The Interpretation of Dreams" and "Three Essays on the Theory of Sexuality", which examine the discipline of dreams and sexuality, their implications and inner mechanisms, are significant tools for interpreting human behavior and intrinsic to learning critical theory. The author points out that, nonetheless, these theories are not strictly scientific, are not free from the taint of Freud's gross generalizations and sometimes represent his chauvinistic mindset. The author then uses these tools to disect Tennessee Williams' "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" and in doing so, aligns himself with both critics who stress the inherent nature of Freud's theories in Tennessee Williams' "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" as well as with the critics who assert that examining the play from a strictly psychoanalytic perspective can limit and compartmentalize certain of its dramatic elements and themes. The paper includes many quotations.
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"The theories in "Interpretation" are linked to ideas presented in "Three Essays on the Theory of Sexuality", which is considered an equally prominent and definitive publication in Freud's career. Although "Three Essays" does not include case studies, it also closely examines the nature of sexuality, which begins in early childhood and, like the nature of dreams, is ridden with angst and hidden meanings. According to Freud, sexuality is the driving force for repression, neurosis, and hysteria. One exemplary concept is castration anxiety, an idea involving a deep-rooted fear originating from the phallic stage in young men."
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"Cat on a Hot Tin Roof", 2002.
A discussion of the character ?Big Daddy,? in Tennessee William?s ?Cat on a Hot Tin Roof.?
1,045 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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This paper examines in detail the character of Big Daddy and what he represents. The story revolves around him and his family, and their reaction to his pending death from cancer. The characters' personalities are explored and their relationships to each other are examined. Big Daddy wishes to leave his estate to his son but the son is unmarried and has no children. Homosexuality, father-son relationships and inter-personal communication are all topics addressed in this paper.
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"Big Daddy was just a drifter when he first came to the plantation owned by two gay men, Jack Straw and Peter Ochello. He only intended to stay long enough to do some yard work and make some pocket money, but he ends up becoming the overseer of the plantation, and inherits it when they die. He loves the "twenty-eight thousand acres of the richest land this side of the valley Nile," and he is determined it will stay with Brick, who he thinks is the better and more deserving of his two sons."
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"Cat on a Hot Tin Roof", 2002.
Examination of the play by Tenessee Williams and its major themes.
2,418 words (approx. 9.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 73.95
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A study of Tennessee Williams' play Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, about family conflict over issues of money, land, inheritance, and the continuation of the family. The paper presents these themes and shows that one important one is the theme of illusion, especially in love, with characters who live a lie and refuse to understand or acknowledge their true natures.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Subject of the Play
Theme of the Play
Critical Views of the Play
Early Critical Views
Brick as Homosexual
Ambivalent Relations with Women
The Family at War
Maggie's View
Maggie's Battle with Brick
Desire for a Child
Maggie as Typical Williams Female Character
Character Analysis
Big Daddy and Big Mama
Maggie and Brick
Similarities and Differences
Illusion versus Reality
Conclusion
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"Tennessee Williams in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof depicts a family beset by conflicts based on sex, money, inheritance, and ties to the land. Different factions in the family vie for attention out of fear of losing money once the patriarch dies. Money is a major source of family conflict in this play, though there are other conflicts as well. In this play, the conflicts extend into the past and to earlier sins committed by the older members of the family. This suggests several divisions or opposing forces which can be identified in the play--youth versus old age, modernity versus tradition, change versus the status quo, and tensions tearing the family apart versus those keeping the family together. The plot develops around these forces, with different characters representing or supporting different forces in their behavior, the way Big Daddy represents tradition while the younger generation represents change. This contrast is heightened in terms of the theme of inheritance and the decision as to who will control the land and continue the family traditions."
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"Cat On A Hot Tin Roof", 2004.
An analysis of the themes in Tennessee Williams's play.
1,500 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 15 sources, MLA, $ 49.95
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This paper takes an analytical look at the themes in Tennessee Williams's play, "Cat On A Hot Tin Roof", where lies, deception, and the unrelenting search for the truth take its readers on a psychological journey. The paper also provides extensive background research on the writer himself.
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"Big Daddy?s fight to overcome cancer is a tough one, and he deals with it by trying to regain his life back (The Dramatic World of Tennessee Williams 73). Brick blames his wife for Skipper?s suicide and responds to his death by becoming an alcoholic. He is full of disdain towards his wife, but Margaret is relentless to keep their marriage alive, even though she feels ?all the time like a cat on a hot tin roof? (Tennessee Williams 104-105). Tennessee?s couples cease to sufficiently love each other, because he believes that a vicious society keeps lovers apart."
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"Cat on a Hot Tin Roof", 2002.
A comparison of the play and the movie.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper compares and contrasts the film version and the play version of "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" by Tennessee Williams, and focuses upon the relationship between Big Daddy and Bricks.
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Two Tennessee Williams Plays, 2008.
Compares Tennessee Williams' plays "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" and "Streetcar named Desire" as films and as stories.
990 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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This paper relates that two of Tennessee Williams' most notable plays "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" and "Streetcar named Desire" have been made into movies, which have become classics. The paper then discusses the similarities and the differences between the plays and concludes that, while both are good movies, "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" has an element of truth that "Streetcar Named Desire" lacks. The paper includes dialogue from both films.
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"For all the fierceness of the conflicts among the various members of the family, in the end, "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" is a story of triumph. The story opens with Goober and Mae, with their children in tow, trying to get control of Big Daddy's fortune, and while they claim to be acting for everyone's good, their greed is transparent. Maggie and Brick are fighting and he is drunk so consistently that there seems little hope that they can weather this crisis. But they do. "
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The Role of Mendacity in Society, 2005.
A look at the role of mendacity in society as shown in Tennessee Williams' "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof".
1,494 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 49.95
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This paper explains how Tennessee Williams, in his play "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof", uses the characters Brick and Big Daddy to demonstrate the ultimately destructive effects of mendacity on society at large. More specifically the paper explains that, through the characters Brick and Big Daddy, Williams is ultimately trying to tell the audience that human nature will lead to the existence of mendacity which can be beneficial in a small measure, but will ultimately result in severe consequences if allowed to run rampant.
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"Brick is a complex character that exhibits mendacity on several fronts. Firstly, Brick denies the truth regarding his identity and secondly he ignores his wife by creating a false relationship. Earlier in his life he was a football hero who had an unclear relationship with his best friend. Brick's mind initially perceives his relationship to Skipper as being nothing more than very good friends, but after Skipper dies the notion of mere friendship changes. While Skipper was around "Maggie had always felt sort of left out because she and [Brick] never got any closer together than two people just get in bed, which is not much closer than two cats on a - fence humping" (Williams II. 663). Being jealous of Brick's dedication to Skipper, Maggie tries to make Brick jealous by attempting to sleep with Skipper."
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Sexuality and Sensuality, 2004.
An exploration of the importance of sexuality and sensuality
in Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice" and Tennessee Williams? "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof".
2,940 words (approx. 11.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 86.95
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This paper examines how sexuality and sensuality are two important elements that are present in both the texts "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen and Tennessee Williams? "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" and which are manifested in a variety of ways, in different situations and with different characters. It looks at how, although these texts may contextually be very different, there are remarkably similar focuses in terms of main themes. A particular focus is paid, in both texts to the relationships between men and women, which by their very nature are irrevocably tied up with different sexual agitations.
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"Sexual and sensual aspects of human nature are evident in both texts, but the extent to which these elements are present are very much dependant on the context in which the texts are set. In Jane Austen?s time women were ruled by the sexual double standard and, particularly middle and upper class ladies, were strictly governed by socially acceptable rules of decorum. Elizabeth Bennet, the central protagonist in Pride and Prejudice, while valuing propriety, is more spirited and independent than a young lady of her period would ordinarily be. Her ?lively, playful disposition, which delighted in anything ridiculous? makes her attractive and popular with women in the text and much admired by men."
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Sibling Relationships in Dramas by Tennessee Williams, 2004.
An analysis of the sibling rivalries and relationships in Tennessee Williams' works, "A Street Car Named Desire" and "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof".
904 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper discusses the factors that contribute to the complexities in sibling relationships through an analysis of the siblings in Tennessee Williams' works, "A Streetcar Named Desire," and "A Cat on a Hot Tin Roof".
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"A great deal of literature deals with the impact of birth order, environment, parenting and other aspects related to sibling relationships. Both film versions of Tennessee Williams' dramas "A Streetcar Named Desire" and "Cat On A Hot Tin Roof" feature intense sibling rivalries. In "Streetcar", the rivalry is between Blanche DuBois and her younger sister Stella Kowalski. In "Cat", the rivalry is between Gooper Pollitt and his younger brother Brick. The rivalry between Blanche and Stella is more one of attachment rivalry than is..."
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Two Plays by Tennessee Williams, 2006.
Reviews of two plays by Tennessee Williams: "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" and "A Streetcar Named Desire".
1,558 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 0 sources, $ 51.95
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The paper first reviews "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof". It describes the main plot and discusses the two main characters, Brick and Maggie. The paper states the three themes in the play and discusses the symbolism of the title. It concludes that the title is symbolic of Maggie and her fiery passion, as well as the mysteriousness of the cat. The second review is of "A Streetcar Named Desire" by the same playwright. The paper describes the plot and discusses the main character, Blance DuBois. The writer discusses the symbolism in the play. In conclusion, the writer explains that there is a merger of the symbols of madness and death with rescue and redemption.
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"Other characters, which are important in the play, are Big Daddy and Big Mama. Big Daddy represents the strength, masculine virility, and assertiveness of character quite opposed to that of Brick. He is a symbol of the gentleman of the South. Often the other characters are defined in their relationship to him. Big Daddy describes his similar loveless, hypocritical relationship with Big Mama throughout their marriage: "I haven't been able to stand the sight, sound, or smell of that woman for forty years now! -even when I laid her! -regular as a piston." Big Mama's function in the play is similar to Maggie's, in that she is also frustrated in love. She resembles Big Daddy in age and size, but is the follower, rather than the leader, resulting in a less important role. "There are three themes in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof. The first is the conflict between truth and illusion, as is the case with Brick's idealization of the "friendship" between himself and Skipper. The second, that of homosexuality, which Brick is unable to realize in Skipper and possibly in himself. The third theme is that of the positive powers of life and the negative powers in death, as Brick deals with his father's and his own death. All three constitute a moral dilemma, primarily for Brick, who must come to terms with deception, both of others and him."
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Marriage in Literature, 2002.
A review of "Dolls House", "Death of a Salesman" and "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof".
1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 62.95
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An analysis of the male-female and husband/wife relationship in three stories, as a result of the patriarchal society.
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Only the Lonely, 1997.
An exploration of the different ways three characters experience loneliness in Tennessee William's drama, "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof".
1,525 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 2 sources, $ 50.95
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Hot Dog! A History, 2001.
An in depth history of the hot dog, and discussion of hot dog related issues. i.e. hot dog to bun ratio conspiracy.
1,620 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 3 sources, $ 52.95
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Hot Dog! a History
This is a research paper written about the history and reputation of the hot dog. It discusses the origin of the hot dog, origin of the word hot dog, and discusses various aspects and impacts of the hot dog's existence in today's American culture.
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"Although hot dogs originated in Germany, hot dogs are still as American as apple pie. Hot dogs are one of the oldest forms of processed food, having been mentioned in Homer's Odyssey as far back as the 9th Century B.C. (Jackson) At first glance one might think that the Hot Dog has a rather dry history. Upon prying into the archives and prying into the taste buds of the masses, I discovered the hot dogs meaty and controversial history and prominent present gives people plenty to say about the 500 year old dog."
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Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Black Cat', 2002.
An analysis of the short story "narrated" by Edgar Allan Poe ' The Black Cat', and how he portrays the cat as a sinister and demonic creature.
920 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 32.95
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Metaphors not only can be used as literal interpretation of events, but also have metaphorical meanings. A good example would be the black cat in Edgar Allan Poe?s ?The Black Cat? and how the narrator in the story implied throughout the story that the cat is of demonic creature. The black cat in the short story not only has a literal meaning of a normal household cat but also from a metaphorical-side of meaning, as the narrator?s personal demon, which haunts him throughout the story and brings him to the point of near insanity.
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"The first mention of the black cat in the short story is when the narrator?s wife noticed his partiality for domestic pets and ?lost no opportunity of procuring those of the most agreeable kind? (894), which includes a black cat. In the beginning, the narrator describes the cat as a ?large and beautiful animal, entirely black, and sagacious to a degree? (894). When he describes the cat in this way, the narrator gave us his view of the cat as an everyday, normal household cat that people who have had an encounter with cats can feel a real connection to. Even though some people might have the superstitious belief that an entirely black cat might be a minion of the underworld or a witch in disguise which his wife did when she ?made frequent allusions to the ancient popular notion? (894), the narrator tries his best to also show that this is a normal cat like any other. The narrator also gives the pet the name of Pluto, which is the name for the god of the underworld in Roman mythology. By doing this, he further connects the black cat of his to something from the underworld. He also calls what he sees when he went back to check out the ruins of his house that burned down as an apparition (895) and a ?phantasm of the cat? (896). An apparition is a ghost or spirit and by following what the narrator describes, his view of the black cat goes from a normal household pet to something that haunts him for months. The loss of the cat not only brought him remorse at what he did to the cat when he hung it on a rope but also regret at the loss of a fine pet."
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Conditioning in Hot Environments, 2004.
In-depth study of athletic training in hot environments.
16,038 words (approx. 64.2 pages), 104 sources, APA, $ 249.95
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This paper explains the effects of hot environments on the body and how the body attempts to regulate its internal temperature. The paper also describes what factors affect a body's ability to regulate its temperature and what measures can be taken to enhance a person's athletic performance in hot environments. Studies are cited to help illustrate these measures, and the dangers of performing in hot environments when ill-prepared are discussed. Finally, the paper applies the information from the studies to the typical training regimen of soccer players and makes suggestions for improving the regimen.
Introduction to Hot Environments
Thermoregulation in Heat Stress: Heat Loss
Effectiveness of Hot Environment on Players
Environment - Weather
Heat Cramps
Assessing Heat Quality of the Environment
Introduction to Soccer
Anthrompometry, Fitness and Physiology Characteristics of Male Soccer
Players
Anthrompometry, Fitness and Physiology Characteristics of Juvenile
Soccer Players
Essentials of Cardiovascular Fitness Among Soccer Players
Cardiovascular Improvement Methods
Interval Training Methods for Cardiovascular Development
Features of Interval Training
Appropriate Intensity to Develop Cardiovascular With Interval Training
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"Every year more than 300 people die of heat-related illnesses and many others require medical attention, according to a CDC report. Often those who experience exertional heat illness are athletes who are taking part in physical activity in a warm or hot environment, who might benefit from early on-site identification of their condition and timely, appropriate treatment. Noting that many cases of heat illness are preventable and others can be treated, the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) recently issued a new consensus statement from the Inter-Association Task Force on Exertional Heat Illnesses that features guidelines for effective prevention and management. (NATA 2003)."
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