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Natalie Babbitt, 1993.
Examines author's children's books, [Kneeknock Rise], [Herbert Rowbarge] & [Goody Hall]. Looks at techniques, themes, characters, style and irony.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 3 sources, $ 63.95
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" Natalie Babbitt published her first book of young adult fiction in 1967. She originally wanted to be an illustrator of children's books rather than a writer, and her teachers had encouraged her to polish her drawing skills at school, where she majored in art. She first illustrated a book written by her husband in 1966 before writing her own book the next year. The style of her writing is direct and spare yet poetic. she is also noted for treating serious subjects with a light touch. An examination of three of her books--Kneeknock Rise, Herbert Rowbarge, and Goody Hall--will show her technique and how successful she is in conveying her themes and ideas in her fiction.
Kneeknock Rise (1970) begins with an introductory passage that embodies the theme to be explored in the remainder of the.."
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"Babbitt", 2002.
Examines the character of George Babbitt in the novel "Babbitt" by Sinclair Lewis.
1,239 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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By analyzing the character of George Babbitt in the novel by Sinclair Lewis, the paper shows how he is a reflection of the author's image of the middle-American businessman of the age, a man constantly struggling with his identity in his society and eager always to live up to the image he believes society sees as most superior. The paper shows that this image is based on the developing consumer culture and Babbitt is a man who seeks to buy all the goods possible and to display them as trophies in his home in order to show the world that he is a success. What Babbitt wants is to be accepted in the terms he believes society has set, in terms of business ability, the accumulation of money, the right social image and certain core American values. The paper shows that in truth, though, Babbitt never achieves the happiness and satisfaction he desires and instead is constantly disappointed in the things he buys to make himself happy.
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"Babbitt's home and office are both reflections of the man, who himself would agree without seeing how empty each may be. His home has been decked out with the best furniture and the latest gadgets, furnished with "the best of taste, the best of inexpensive rugs, a simple and laudable architecture, and the latest conveniences" (14). Only one thing is found to be wrong with the image of Babbitt and his house: "In fact there was but one thing wrong with the Babbitt house: It was not a home" (14). Instead, it has all the trappings of a home without the necessary heart. It has the right furnishings, but the people are not connected together as a family. This is the key issue in terms of what Babbitt wants--he knows he wants the image, but he fails to see that what he really wants is human contact. Money substitutes for this in his thinking, money and what money can buy."
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?Babbitt? by Sinclair Lewis, 2002.
This paper discusses the character of George Babbitt in the novel "Babbitt" by Sinclair Lewis.
1,200 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper presents, from the novel "Babbitt" by Sinclair Lewis, the character of George Babbitt, the author's image of the middle-American businessman who is constantly struggling with his identity in society. The paper states that this image is based on the developing consumer culture of the era; Babbitt seeks to buy all the goods possible and to display them as trophies in his home in order to show the world that he is a success. The author believes that, in truth, Babbitt never achieves the happiness and satisfaction he desires and instead is constantly disappointed in the things he buys to make himself happy.
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"Babbitt does indeed belong to such organizations, and to any other club or organization that he sees as giving him a position in the community. A position is not only valued for what it says about how Babbitt belongs, but also for the business value it confers. Business brings Babbitt money, of course, but it also places him at a certain position in the company of men. He identifies with Ted through business dealings in which they act together, for instance. The world outside the home is always more important to Babbitt than the world of his family, though he sees each as a reflection of himself and proof that he is a success."
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Sinclair Lewis?s ?Babbitt?, 2004.
This paper discusses in detail Sinclair Lewis?s ?Babbitt?, a story of
desire, disappointment, and denial.
2,310 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 71.95
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This paper examines Sinclair Lewis?s novel, "Babbitt", which, through the life of George Babbitt, provides a vision of American life during the 1920s. The author contends that the cause for Babbitt?s depression is not his disappointment with the aims and morals of 1920s society, but with his suppression of the homosexual attraction he feels for Paul Reisling. This paper, through a series of explications, studies the relationship between George Babbitt and Paul Reisling, such as the camping trip and, in Chicago, when Babbitt sees he sees Paul making love to a woman.
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"In Zenith, it is imperative for a man to be seen as a Man, and a woman to be seen as a Woman. There is no room for ambiguity. Babbitt spends his time making sure that he measures up. His main arena for manliness is the office. He describes a business deal between himself, Conrad Lyte and Archibald Purdy (45). At the conclusion of the deal, one where both Babbitt and Lyte profit, George admits it was necessary to ?bully Lyte into buying.? Purdy signs the agreement after Babbitt warns of possible ruination due to outside competition, a warning Purdy construes as ?threatening? Having closed the deal, Babbitt sits back and ponders his ?manly battle? but quickly becomes depressed. He cheers himself by thinking about the impending camping trip with his friend, Paul Riesling."
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"Babbitt" by Sinclair Lewis, 2006.
This paper provides a review of the book "Babbitt" by Sinclair Lewis.
1,047 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 36.95
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The paper explains the setting of the novel " Babbitt" and describes the United States after WWI when a consumer culture was taking over and when jazz and prohibition were introduced. The paper describes the character of Babbitt, a man whose whole life revolves around things, because he feels a void and attempts to fill it with acquisitions. The paper illustrates how Babbitt is unhappy, unfulfilled and plagued by thoughts of rebellion, yet he sticks to the status quo that will eventually be the demise of his society.
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"Although Sinclair Lewis was a very prolific writer who produced many novels and plays over the course of four decades, he will always be associated with the 1920's. The 1920's were a very unique period in the United States because of the great effects of World War I. The war's effect was much more dramatic in Europe because European cities were bombed, and many European nations lost a whole generation of men. The horrors of war did not affect the United States in the same way, and yet the U.S. was still greatly affected."
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?Babbitt? and ?Of Mice and Men?, 2002.
This paper compares and contrasts the characters in "Babbitt" by Sinclair Lewis and " Of Mice and Men" by John Steinbeck.
2,960 words (approx. 11.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 87.95
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The protagonists contrasted in this paper are George Babbitt, a typical businessman who has grandiose goals and aims to become a success as quickly as possible and George Milton, a small, intelligent man. These characters successfully portray the writers? cynicism toward the American dream and how most people fail to achieve it because they are trying for the wrong things.
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"Although seemingly harsh and bitter, it is obvious that Milton cares deeply for Lennie, using his quick wits to keep him out of trouble. Throughout the novel, Milton refers to his dream of owning "a little plot of land" so that he could work only for himself while living off the "fatta the lan'". These two men have a lot in common, much more than the fact that they are both named Milton. Still, they also have many differences, which lead them to make different decisions and come to different conclusions about their lives."
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Sinclair Lewis " Babbitt", 2000.
An examination of the protagonist as example of troubled, alienated middle-American businessman oppressed by conformist society.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, $ 31.95
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"The character of George Babbitt in the novel Babbitt by Sinclair Lewis is the author's image of the middle-American businessman of the age, a man constantly struggling with his identity in society and always eager to live up to the image he believes society sees as most superior.
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"The character of George Babbitt in the novel Babbitt by Sinclair Lewis is the author's image of the middle-American businessman of the age, a man constantly struggling with his identity in society and always eager to live up to the image he believes society sees as most superior. This image is based on the developing consumer culture, and Babbitt is a man who seeks to buy all the goods possible and to display them as trophies in his home in order to show the world that he is a success. What Babbitt wants is to be accepted in the terms he believes society has set, in terms of business ability, the accumulation of money, the right social image, and certain core American values. In truth, Babbitt never achieves the happiness and satisfaction he desires, and instead is constantly disappointed in the things he buys to make himself happy. His business dealings are part of..."
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Sinclair Lewis' Babbitt, 2000.
An examination of the novel's portrayal of the conforming, competitive, middle-American businessman of early 20th century.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, $ 23.95
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"The character of George Babbitt in the novel Babbitt by Sinclair Lewis is the author's image of the middle-American businessman of the age, a man constantly struggling with his identity in his society and eager always to live up to the image he believes society sees as most superior.
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"The character of George Babbitt in the novel Babbitt by Sinclair Lewis is the author's image of the middle-American businessman of the age, a man constantly struggling with his identity in his society and eager always to live up to the image he believes society sees as most superior. This image is based on the developing consumer culture, and Babbitt is a man who seeks to buy all the goods possible and to display them as trophies in his home in order to show the world that he is a success. What Babbitt wants is to be accepted in the terms he believes society has set, in terms of business ability, the accumulation of money, the right social image, and certain core American values. In truth, though, Babbitt never achieves the happiness and satisfaction he desires and instead is constantly disappointed in the things he buys to make himself happy. As..."
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Sinclair Lewis' "Babbitt", 2000.
An analysis of how Lewis depicts the corruption of the American ideal.
1,730 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 1 source, $ 55.95
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"Lewis presents a grim and cynical view of life in Babbitt. The reader learns that ?the Good Citizen?s League had spread through the country? (391). Just as Babbitt?s rebellion had been crushed, the growing Good Citizen?s League is crushing similar rebellions. Babbitt again defines the archetype of the conformist businessman. Though Babbitt remains an integral part of the corrupted, business-dominated Zenith society, he is cognizant of its flaws. However, Babbitt?s conscious sacrifice of his individuality and thought render him a defeated person. Babbitt realizes he lacks the strength and courage to challenge society; however, Babbitt finds hope in his son. Babbitt agrees that ?the Babbitt men?ought to stick together? (400), and encourages his son to pursue happiness, rather than money and a professional career."
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"The Return of Martin Guerre", 2008.
A review of Natalie Zemon Davis' work, "The Return of Martin Guerre" and its historical presentation of identity theft in 16th century provincial France.
1,658 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 53.95
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This paper discusses identity theft in 16th century provincial France through an analysis of the historical evidence presented in the book, "The Return of Martin Guerre," written by Natalie Zemon Davis. In addition, the paper reviews the style and presentation of the author's work and describes the content of the book and the ways in which Davis attempted to make the facts more engaging.
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"But Davis uses far more documentary evidence than a director ever could to bring the past to life. She also is able to show that Bertrande's motivations were not just romantic or sexual, but were also rooted in her desire to survive. Davis can also add a great deal of back history, so the reader understand that Bertrande was a woman of her time, as well as an extraordinarily strong and resourceful woman, and that there were many intelligent and capable women living in the Middle Ages. Davis also brings to life with clarity and comprehension the system of justice at the time, which was far more draconian than our own (identity theft was a capital crime) but also far more reasonable than media stereotypes of Medieval justice might suggest."
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"Long Quiet Highway", 2004.
An analysis of this book by Natalie Goldberg about her own search for religious identity.
984 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 34.95
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Natalie Goldberg's "Long Quiet Highway" discusses the author's own merging of her Jewish heritage with Zen Buddhism in a bid to find the time and serenity to dedicate herself to writing. The paper discusses the five parts of this book, each corresponding to a different stage of Goldberg's development and her life.
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"The third section addresses her relationship with Zen Buddhism and the Zen master, along with major changes in her life such as marriage and moving away from New York to Minnesota. She becomes frustrated as her marriage fails and finds it harder and harder to achieve the state of Zen she seeks. At the same time, she becomes more concerned about how she may be betraying he Jewish heritage."
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"The Return of Martin Guerre", 2005.
A discussion of the work "The Return of Martin Guerre" by Natalie Zemon Davis.
857 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 30.95
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This paper discusses this book in which a young man named Martin Guerre returns to his old home and his wife after a long absence, the result of an inheritance dispute in the convoluted legal times of the century. It discusses how the story turns when although everyone is happy, the supposedly returning Martin Guerre is revealed to be a man named Arnaud du Tihl. .
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"This individual impersonated the long departed well-to-do peasant named Martin Guerre, took over his identity, his wife and family, and his property. The true Martin left his wife Bertrande because of a squabble with his father-in-law. Thus, the original Guerre's motivation in leaving his wife and the area is clear. But what about that crucial actor's question regarding a 'character'-in this case, the historical, true-life characters-what are the other characters' motivations? In this case, Guerre's Bertrande may have apparently acquiesced to the impersonator's advances because of her fears of being an unprotected woman, alone in rough area. But Davis also suggests that the woman may have been more attracted to the impersonator than the 'real' man she married."
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European Social Reality in the 16th to 18th Century, 1995.
This books analyzes the portrayal of European social reality in the 16th to 18th Century, "Magdalena and Balthasar" by Steve Ozment, "The Return of Martin Guerre" by Natalie Zemon Davis and "Good Faith and Truthful Ignorance" by Alexandra Parma Cook and
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 5 sources, $ 55.95
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"The mode of life faced by people in early European history can be discerned in writings from and about that period. The couples featured in three books--Magdalena & Balthasar by Steve Ozment, The Return of Martin Guerre by Natalie Zemon Davis, and Good Faith and Truthful Ignorance by Alexandra Parma Cook and Noble David Cook--will serve as reflections of the sixteenth through the eighteenth centuries, and the nature of the relationships between the members of each couple serve to point out the role of women in the period, the development of capitalism, the development of the modern sovereign state, and other cultural and economic issues of the Reformation and counter-Reformation periods.
The couples in these three books represent different aspects of the social scene of the time. The story of the legendary law ... "
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"The Return of Martin Guerre", 2002.
This paper examines issues of marriage rights, abandonment, and religion in the context of 16th century France as illustrated by Natalie Zemon Davis?s book, "The Return of Martin Guerre".
1,414 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 1 source, $ 47.95
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This paper investigates how women?s choices were severely limited in Catholic France of the 16th century, using as a source "The Return of Martin Guerre". Even though the main character had been abandoned by her husband for many years, according to law she could not seek a divorce. This examination shows how the growing influence of Protestantism and its more liberal views of marriage influenced the choices of the characters in the book, as well as those of everyone in Reformation Europe.
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"Marriages of the time, even among peasants, were often arranged more for economic reasons than for any idea of romantic love. There is no evidence presented in the book that Bertrande or Martin knew each other very well before getting married, much less that they were in love. The marriage was most likely arranged by their parents to maximize the economic resources of both families."
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