Category: Literature Review

The Dead starts off with silent night full of flurries. But while outside is blanketed in snow, indoors, a party is taking place. While this party is an annual event, it has it’s own routine that is followed. However, the only things that has changed this particular time around are the main characters, Gabriel and…

Table of contents Introduction Leadership-induced stupidity Structure-induced stupidity Imitation-induced stupidity Branding-induced stupidity Culture-induced stupidity Analysis Introduction It is often seen and observed that organizations that may seem to be smart, at times encourage something that is very peculiar – stupidity in the workplace. This is one interesting aspect of organizations that the authors uncover and…

In the short story, “The Lesson” by Toni Cade Bambara, follows Sylvia and her group of friends as they explore a new world. Sylvia and her friends are led by the educated and successful Miss Moore out of the slums of their predominate African American neighborhood to the luxurious of Fifth Avenue. From the beginning…

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s novel “Purple Hibiscus” delves into the complex dynamics of family, politics, and religion in post-colonial Nigeria. The story follows the protagonist, Kambili, and her family as they navigate the oppressive regime of her father, the political turmoil in the country, and of Kambili’s own voice and agency. This chapter summary will provide…

John Fowles’ 1963 novel The Collector is a deeply disturbing, intensely psychological book based around the principles of beauty, power, control, and class. The story follows Fred Clegg through his capture and abuse of Miranda Grey, an attractive young art student from London. Fowles reveals Clegg as a damaged man who cannot sustain a relationship…

Doyle’s essay uses science and vivid descriptions to depict how powerful yet fragile the organ is. The author’s purpose was to show that amongst all animals, they have a common feature; the heart. To convey this message, he compares the heart of the hummingbird to the heart of a whale, which no matter the size,…

In Michael Wolff’s essay “A life Worth Ending” gives his personal experience about how he dealt with his mother’s terminal illness that she struggled with while dealing with the healthcare system. Wolff’s Hi mother is suffering from dementia, which is slowly robbing her of the ability to do the things she was once able to…

Table of contents Thematic Differences Stylistic Variations Philosophical Perspectives Influence and Legacy Conclusion Both and Walt Whitman were born in the 19th century and experienced significant personal and societal challenges during their lifetimes. Emily Dickinson was born in Amherst, Massachusetts in 1830, and she lived a relatively reclusive life, rarely leaving her family home. In…

‘But ain’t no body gonna beat me at nothing’ is an ironic choice of words coming from a lower-class young African American girl growing up in the brutal streets of in New York City. In the short story, ‘The Lesson’ Toni Cade Bambara illustrates the lack of opportunities for African American women after the civil…

The Oresteia opens with a plea from a watchman: “I ask the gods for release from this misery” (3). This petition reveals the plight of many Aeschylus’ characters. The curse on the house of Atreus is one of corruption, and it is a curse that cannot be broken by the mortal members of the house.…