Characterisation

The process of discovery insurmountably affects perceptions of human nature and the wider world. Discovery, literally and metaphorically, is the foundation of an individual's physical and emotional evolution, influencing all aspects of their life. The concept that a change of location allows personal growth or decay is considerably relevant to the idea of physical discovery leading to emotional revelation. This is a prevalent thematic concern within Michael Gow’s play Away (1986) in which…

Gertrude, while feeding the reoccurring theme of misogyny. Shakespeare uses intense juxtapositions and the theme of corruption to strengthen the characterisation of Claudius, through the eyes of Hamlet. The use of a wide range of language and analytical techniques help to strengthen the passage as a whole. This passage is crucial in the characterisation of Hamlet. Firstly, the immediate metaphor of dissolution and the vocabulary associated with agony, “too too solid flesh would melt/Thaw and…

back here the second time. Then Missionvale again, Veeplaas, Korsten, and then here, now. (196). This means that the couple is always going which always leads them to nowhere signifies their existence in carrying the struggle for surviving. Characterisation of Boesman and Lena and the Old man are developed in the play in presenting the human condition. Fugard present Boesman as a very angry man in the play he uses his masculinity to against his wife to find power and control over her failing to…

teacher and old classmate of Prince Aderopo), prince Aderopo, Oba Akote’s only son (murderer) in making an escape and trying to kill koya (a farmer and old classmate), he is shot by the inspector because he refuses to surrender. 2.7 The Cast and Characterisation 2.7.1 Sadiq Abubakar Daba Figure 3: October 1 Known simply as Sadiq Daba, is a Nigerian actor and former broadcaster. Daba has worked as a broadcaster for the Nigerian Television Authority. His career came to prominence in the last…

Introduction The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood and The Bath by Janet Frame both show the extraordinary loss of freedom humans can suffer in their lives. These talented writers have portrayed this theme through skilful use of characterisation, setting and imagery. In dystopian novel, The Handmaid’s Tale, antagonist Offred is stripped of her freedom by a theocracy. This government demand single women to be surrogates for rich, barren couples. In the short story, The Bath by Janet Frame, a…

After a comprehensive shift in the culture and values of the western world nearing the end of the 20th century, postmodernism revolutionised literature. Texts became a form of communication that extended past earlier two-dimensional literary conventions and metanarratives. Unprecedented holistic philosophies brought about unorthodox forms of literature through imaginative powers, stylistic ingenuity and linguistic playfulness. Texts encouraged responders to challenge accustomed notions and…

Arthur Miller’s theatrical allegory play The Crucible (1953), represents the individual political situations and ideas arising from the democratic Salem community; regarding to the complexity of societal pressure to conform, the power struggle amongst individuals and personal integrity that are influenced by the corrupt social justice system and the community’s moral values through the conformity of theocracy. The ideas delivered from his play challenges the Communist fears by paralleling Cold…

Shown in the characterisation throughout the story, racism is displayed through the stable buck, Crooks. Crooks is segregated due to his skin colour, which makes him feel dejected since he is not welcome anywhere near the other men on the ranch. The result of the way the…

Characterisation, themes, and critical literacy concepts are strategically implemented throughout the novel to explore the characters of Ryan, Harley, and Miles. The first protagonist in the book, Ryan Thompson, is introduced as ‘The Swimmer’, effectively representing the masculine stereotype of an athlete before the character is properly introduced. Ryan initially has an initially insipid characterisation, revolving all aspects of his life from his time…

But it can very much so be seen through characterisation that they are still relying on the original archetypes. Througout the fil it can be seen that they are following the heros journey. In the film it tells a story of Luke Skywalker our main protagonist a young man who was raised by his aunt and…