Category: Book Review
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The Other Wes Moore by Wes Moore: Rhetorical Analysis
The Other Wes Moore by Wes Moore demonstrates an array of rhetorical devices. Prevalent examples are imagery and foreshadowing. Imagery is visual or figurative descriptions, seen especially throughout literary work. Moore displays this through; “The Bronx was in its post-apocalyptic phase. Whole blocks were abandoned, buildings blackened and hollowed out by fires set by arsonists…
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Analysis of Allegory in The Lord of The Flies by William Golding
William Golding wrote the Lord of The Flies to convey his allegory about the world. There are many examples throughout the book of innocent children turning into savages because of the beast inside of them. Golding lived through two world wars which changed his perspective about humans. Therefore, in this essay it can be argued…
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Summary of “Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing”
Introduction “Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing” is a captivating memoir written by Ted Conover, an investigative journalist and author. In this book, Conover takes readers on a thrilling and eye-opening journey as he goes undercover as a corrections officer at Sing Sing, one of the most notorious maximum-security prisons in the United States. Throughout the memoir,…
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Review of ‘The Trobrianders of Papua New Guinea’ by Annette B. Weiner
Table of contents Two Major Aspect in Life: The Trobrianders of Papua New Guinea The Connection First Second Third References This book reflects over 15 years of research by Annette B. Weiner on a broad spectrum of subjects concerning Trobriand society and culture. She also researched archives in museums and libraries overseas and in the…
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A Review of ‘Lies My Teacher Told Me’: The Hidden Truths in History
Table of contents Introduction Overall Argument Preparing Students to Critically Analyze Vietnam War Conclusion Sources Introduction History books have always provided an abundance of information that I have always thought of to be factual but in reality, it was a skewed version of the truth. In Lies My Teacher Told Me, James Loewen writes about…
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Summary of “Taken Hostage” by David Farber
In “Taken Hostage,” author David Farber meticulously unravels the complexities of the Iran Hostage Crisis, an event that fundamentally altered the landscape of American foreign policy and political consciousness. Through an in-depth analysis, Farber provides a comprehensive narrative that not only recounts the harrowing ordeal of the 52 Americans held captive for 444 days but…
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Review of Stephen Covey’s Book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
I want to talk about a book that has changed my life. It is a book that I value and can classify it as one of the books that have added great value to my life. I would like to quote a great philosopher, Zig Zigler, who said that motivation is like a shower, you…
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Symbolism in “The Catcher in The Rye” by J.d. Salinger
Symbolism in The Catcher in the Rye The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger is a unique book. The main character Holden is telling his story from a mental facility about his life and how he got there. Throughout the book, you see Holden’s perspective of innocence. He values it very much and does…
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What Does Friendship Mean to You: a Reflection on ‘The Reel Sisters’
What does friendship mean to you? In this essay, I would like to share how The Reel Sisters by Michelle Cummings helped me understand the depth of true friendship, despite initially assuming it was just a fly fishing guidebook. To me, it is a haven away from the scrutinizing gaze of the real world, a…
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Review of John Green’s Novel, Paper Towns in Reference to The Role of Ben
The elements from Paper Towns that need to be emphasized to make the film enjoyable are Ben’s personality and and the road trip in ‘Part 3’ of the novel. Ben’s personality and character development need to be emphasized in the film adaptation of Paper Towns for many reasons. Ben is probably the funniest character in…