Abstract This critical essay looks at Wilkie Collins's The Moonstone-- a novel that presents some interesting observations of religion that mirror the Victorian society of his day. These were people searching for a moral truth to put their faith in. Collins creates larger-than-life characters who settle into a fantastic plot. The author includes many quotes from the novel itself.
From the Paper " Throughout Wilkie Collins? detective masterpiece, The Moonstone, one notices the many varied beliefs represented by the different characters. Hailed as one of the first true detective novels ever written that follows the modern conventions of mystery novels, Collins is careful to balance the gap between plot and character. His original and diverse characters each have their own form of religion, which shines through in their narrative style, which Collins artfully portrays. Firstly, from the Introduction straight through to the Epilogue Collins flavours The Moonstone with Hindu mythology, through the three Brahmin men who closely guard the stone. Next, the quaint narrator Gabriel Betteredge represents a middle-class settled Protestantism, who relies on his Robinson Crusoe as his prophetic bible. Mr. Jennings represents the scientific viewpoint, the physician who trusts all his faith to science and medicine. Lastly, the fervent "rampant spinster" (259) Miss Clack shows the reader her very enthusiastic attachment to her Christian faith in saving others from going to Hell, through pestering them with continual pamphlets, in her amusing narration."
Abstract This reaction paper is about Michael Collins, the leader of the Irish Republican Brotherhood, his tactics, model, and his influence on later revolutionaries/terrorists. It looks at Collins' model of political violence.
From the Paper "Terrorism Having viewed the film Michael Collins and examined a limited sample of scholarly literature on the life of the Irish radical activist himself the purpose of this report is to discuss who and what Michael Collins was ..."
Tags: Michael Collins, revolutionary, Irish, terrorists
Abstract In this essay, the writer maintains that the legend and reality of the life of Michael Collins is matter of much debate and also a certain amount of mystery. The writer notes that the subject of Collins' motivations and character are dealt with in the film "Michael Collins" directed by Neil Jordan. The writer points out that there is a certain amount of ambiguity with which the film attempts to deal, in that Collins is the instigator of a brutal form of guerrilla warfare used as a reaction against the occupying British forces. The central aim of these actions was to oust the British from Ireland and to achieve an independent Irish Republic. There are two central aspects that this paper attempts to address in light of the view that the film puts forward about Collins. Firstly, the writer notes the view of Collins as an Irish patriot and secondly the writer assesses Collins' methods of retaliation against the British forces in Ireland.
From the Paper "The film itself leaves little doubt that the tactics that Collins employed against the British, while ethically questionable, were the only tactics that he felt were left to him in the face of the overwhelming force of British domination. At one point in the films he states that he hates the British not because of their nationality, colonial dominance or even their brutality, but because they have left him no choice but to employ harsh tactics that would increase violence and hatred. This reasoning is similar to the rationale behind many other guerilla or terrorist groups and tactics throughout the world. There is also suggestion in the film and the literature that the way that Collins used guerrilla tactics against the British was emulated by other leaders and groups such as Argentinean Marxist revolutionary, Che Guevara."
"This reason for the use of guerilla or terrorist tactics is often given as being inevitable, when a smaller force is faced by an intimidating and overwhelming or numerically superior oppressor that cannot be fought in a conventional manner."
Tags: Ireland, British, forces, patriot, terrorist, group
Abstract This paper concludes that Phil Jackson is one of the greatest coaches of all time and that he has been able to motivate and encourage and enhance the skills of his team of players so much that their performances have been improved to unexpected levels. It discusses how he has been a great influence on the game of basketball and winning the game against all odds, in some cases. His ability to focus on the outcomes that he wants his team to achieve has in no small measure contributed to his immense success as a coach and as a person.
From the Paper "Leadership is generally defined as the process by which an individual would be able to guide the group of individuals under his leadership towards a collective goal or a collective accomplishment, collective here referring to any type of event from any field such as sporting or music, and so on. The Coach of the team must assume this important role if he hoped for a good performance from his team members. A Coach today must not only be able to guide his team but also be able to adapt a holistic approach in all his dealings with his team. This also means that he must be able to not only bring out that individual's skills in sport but also mould them in an all round psychological growth and development of all the members of the team. This would mean hat a Coach today must possess a certain visionary ideal and the charisma to implement the ideal, and he must use sensible leadership as well as communication skills and qualities to make sensible decisions about his team. However, if the Coach is to have a vision about his team, then he must at first have a basic idea of how he wants his team to perform, where he wants his team to reach, what he wants his team members to accomplish, and how they would have to go about fulfilling his vision. (Leadership Skills and Sport: Going beyond the 'Team Captain')"
This paper discusses the career and films of crime thriller producer and director Phil Karlson including a scene analysis from three films: "99 River Street", "The Big Heat" and "Scandal Sheet".
Abstract This paper explains that, although he never gained the same acclaim as other directors, Phil Karlson became famous in the 1950s with his productions of realistic "down and dirty" yet melodramatic crime movies, creating some of the best crime thrillers of the decade. The author points out that Karlson's films are hard-hitting and unpretentiously innovative, building on typical noir elements but venturing beyond standard "crime gone wrong" themes to explore the overlaps between reality and spectacle. The paper relates that, during the 1960s, Karlson directed the 'Untouchables' two-part pilot television series that was released later as the film "The Scarface Mob".
Table of Contents
Objective
Introduction
What the Reviewers Have to Say
Three Scenes from Karlson's Films
"99 River Street"
"The Big Heat"
"Scandal Sheet" (1952)
From the Paper "In the 1953 film 'The Big Heat', Debby Marsh is played by Gloria Grahame winner of Best Supporting Actress Academy Award the previous year for her role in "The Bad and the Beautiful" (1952). Debby plays the part of a kept-woman and is a cold creature and the paramour of Vince Stone played by Lee Marvin. Vince is Lagan's chief henchman in this film. In one scene, Debby is thrilled to be an interruption of the boys at a poker game when she answers the phone and hands it to Vince who rudely tells her to leave the room...Debby pauses
in front of a mirror preening at her reflection giving an insight into her vain character and is only the first of many preening scenes on her part in the movie."
Abstract This paper uses the 4-R model of transformational leadership to compare and contrast the leadership styles of Phil Vischer of Big Idea Productions, Martin Luther King, Jr., and John the Baptist.
From the Paper "Transformational leaders are those who can inspire people to change their actions, beliefs and very selves. To perform this miracle, however, one must get the message across. The three factors that constitute transformational leadership, charisma, individual consideration and intellectual stimulation, are communication-based. The leader displays charisma by communicating enthusiasm and providing a model, shows individual consideration by direct interaction and providing tailored assistance and stimulates intellect by communicating ideas. In this paper we will discuss three inspirational..."
Abstract The paper shows how, like most controversial political figures, Collins was both admired and despised. The paper explains that loyal supporters of Collins saw him as a fighter for Irish freedom and independence, while the British and some in Ireland saw him as a violent radical. The paper discusses the film "Michael Collins" by Neil Jordan that illustrates Collin's tactics of guerrilla warfare and shows how violence inevitably has tragic consequences.
From the Paper "Like most controversial political figures, Michael Collins was both admired and despised. The adage that one man's terrorist is another man's freedom fighter definitely applies to Collins, for he was idolized across much of Ireland as a patriot, but was condemned by the British as a villain. Loyal supporters of Collins saw him as a fighter for Irish freedom and independence, while the British and some in Ireland saw him as a violent radical."
"In his film "Michael Collins" Director Neil Jordan (1996) portrays the violent final hours of the Easter Rising, during which British troops suppressed the rebellion and executed the Irish leaders by firing squad. Jordan's portrayal of the guerilla tactics of Michael Collins reveals why the British considered him a terrorist, for he targeted the British leadership in Ireland for assassination in order to create chaos and compel the British to grant the Irish independence."
Abstract Wilkie Collins was a significant literary figure during most of the second half of the 19th century. Two of his more successful novels were "The Woman in White" and "Moonstone". This essay is an analysis of characters in the novels. It examines how Collins uses his characters to bring a deeper meaning to his story. Collins' application and development of characters allows us to speculate how the world and its inhabitants coincide.
From the Paper "Plotting and the like are traits usually seen in a man in this type of novel. Marion is a protector of Laura, also an attribute assigned to a man Marion is the one to figure out that Fosco is the true villain of the novel. While Marion falls ill from fever after eavesdropping on Fosco and Glyde plotting, Laura is tricked into going to London."
Abstract The "double" was a symbolic device commonly used in the nineteenth century. Famous examples include Victor Frankenstein and his monster and Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. This paper shows that Wilkie Collins used the "double" several times in his fiction. It shows, however, that in "The Dead Hand," Collins used the symbolism of the double in a different way than other nineteenth century authors.
From the Paper "Another way Collins' use of the double in this story contradicts typical nineteenth century use is that Holliday destroys his brother's life unintentionally. This approach is very different from other nineteenth century authors. For example, in Frankenstein, the monster deliberately kills Victor's wife in retaliation for Victor's refusal to create a mate for the monster. In "The Dead Hand." while the narrator and reader soon realize the bitter young man Holliday revived is his brother, Holliday himself does not realize it, nor does he realize the woman he loves was engaged to his brother."
Abstract This paper presents a review and evaluation of Jim Collins' 2001 book: "Good to Great". It discusses the type of leader needed to bring a company from good to enduring greatness. The paper looks at key concepts, examples and the methodology employed by Collins and his research team.
From the Paper "In Taking Good to Great business writer researcher teacher JimCollins asks the question how do good companies become great companies. He provides the answer and in so doing comes up with several conclusionst hat challenge conventional wisdom ..."
Abstract A paper that answers specific textual questions from the stories within the 'The Harper Collins World Reader -- The Modern World' written by Mary Ann Caws and Christopher Rendergast in a concise and clear manner.
Abstract This paper looks at both the movie and book of "Michael Collins", a comparison and contrast of the two are addressed. As well the credibility of both are addressed.
Abstract This paper traces the life of Michael Collins, who, through his courageous involvement in the Irish revolution for independence, as well as his political activity, can be considered one of the greatest Irish heroes of all time. It examines how he was both a visionary and a realist, seeing not only that there was room for change in Ireland, but also that compromise can equal justice. It shows how he was well-respected by the people of Ireland, not only for his bravery and courage, but also for his ability to lead others with confidence and a clear sense of equality. He was a revolutionary leader who, through determination and will, led his country to independence from Britain.
From the Paper "He returned home to Ireland in December 1916. In 1917, he was elected to the Sinn Fein (Barrett, 1997). The Sinn Fein was, and still is, an establishment which attempts to form a new Ireland based on sustainable social and economic development; genuine democracy, participation, and equality and justice. Collins was elected Member of Parliament as a Sinn Fern candidate in the British General election held in 1918. The party formed a separate Government in Dublin known as Dail Eireann (Loftus, 2003). The British were quick to react and the new government was barred and forced to go underground (Bowden, 1973)."
Tags: sinn, fein, parliament, easter, rising, independence, britain
Abstract This paper examines the life and career of Shel Silverstein who was a famous children's author as well as a prolific songwriter, humorist, singer, playwright, adult cartoonist and poet. It discusses how his work has been embraced by millions of people of all ages since the early 1950s. It also looks at how the poet Billy Collins has earned the respect of many young people through his humorous, reader-friendly poetry and how he implemented the Poetry 180 Program, a poem a day for high school students of America.
From the Paper "After leaving the military, Chicago born Silverstein befriended Hugh Hefner and became a cartoonist for Playboy in 1956. Silverstein never planned on becoming a children's author as he states "I never planned to write or draw for kids. It was Tomi Ungerer, a friend of mine, who insisted... practically dragged me, kicking and screaming, into [editor] Ursula Nordstrom's office. And she convinced me that Tomi was right, I could do children's books." (poemhunter.com) His career as a children's author began with the 1963 of Uncle Shelby's Story of Lafcadio, the Lion Who Shot Back, but it was not until The Giving Tree that he first achieved widespread fame as a children's writer. "
Abstract This paper analyzes the formal and thematic significance of the sibling relationships within Jane Austen's "Persuasion," Charlotte Bronte's "Jane Eyre" and Wilkie Collins' "The Woman in White."
From the Paper "The relationships between family members often serve as the central focus in works of literature. In particular many writers place significance on the dynamics within the sibling relationship as such relations often present complex provocative models of ..."
