Americanization

MAJOR THEMES IN THE NOVEL Individualism The white tiger symbolizes power and majesty in East Asian societies, for example, in China and Japan. It is likewise an image for independence and uniqueness. Balram is seen as not quite the same as those he grew up with. He is the person who escaped the "Murkiness" and discovered his way into the "Light". All through the book, there are references to how Balram is altogether different from those back in his home surroundings. He is alluded to as the…

types of chicken, milkshakes, soft drinks, and desserts. McDonald’s logo was created in 1962 by Jim Schindler. It has proven itself to be a distinguishing mark of the multinational business expansion. McDonald’s logo is recognized as “part of Americanization and American cultural imperialism.” The two colors used, golden and red, represent boldness, power, and strong corporate image. In 1948, Mac and Dick McDonald closed their business to get help from Ray Kroc. Kroc suggested that they…

Like Anita Desai, Kamala Markandaya(Suraiya), Shashi Deshpande, Nayantara Sahgal, Ruth Prawar Jhabwalla and Githa Hariharan Mukherjee exposes many facets of feminism, encompassing agitation for equal opportunity, sexual autonomy and right to self determination. We find the same in the novel Desirable Daughters where the heroine Tara ventures to widen her horizons in matters of marriage, love and sex; redefines her roles as wife and mother. Social identities are far from getting fixed in some…

It gave the power to suppress any opposition to the war, and suspended the mailing privileges of many opposition and peace organizations. According to David Greenberg in his article, “The Hidden History of the Espionage Act”, the law had a justifiable legitimate purpose, but soon became problematic (Greenberg par. 4). Its wording was vague, and left too much opportunity for misinterpretation by overzealous vigilante groups and overly aggressive law enforcement agencies (Greenberg par. 6).…

Lastly, even though lyrics follow the urban society’s view on their own situations, many contemplate that the content can be mislead, over exaggerate or inappropriately describe the nation and its people. As often as Americans preach the good word of fairness and equality, the American urbanites filling cities like Chicago, Atlanta and Watts were locked out of the sermon. During what historians call the Civil Rights Era (Timeline: Civil Rights Era 1954-1971), Americans would witness multiple…

In his article, he cites the most important foundations as “socialism, labor, Westernism and democracy” among others. Due to the plight of the Jewish people dating back to Biblical times, there was a driving force towards “social justice and equality” through socialism. The early Jewish nation also had a strong work ethic and placed a high value on labor. The author weaves these two particular foundations of Jewish culture together in the explanation of the “kibbutz.” The kibbutz is…

Powderly William Graham Sumner John P. Altgeld Samuel Gompers What was the impact of the transcontinental rail system on the American economy and society in the late nineteenth century? 2) How did the huge industrial trusts develop in industries such as steel and oil, and what was their effect on the economy? 3) What was the effect of the new industrial revolution on American laborers, and how did various labor organizations attempt to respond to the new conditions? 4) The…