Question #2 Image is everything. This phrase has become somewhat of a cliché in the world we live in now. However, back in 16th and 17th century England it was the reality. Visual displays of power and authority were vitally important to the functioning of English government. England operated under a rule of personal monarchy, and thus the King was reflected in his peoples. The way the upper echelons of society wielded their powers said much about the nature of society as a whole. There are…
It’s important for those studying English literature to study the classics and classic authors such as Shakespeare. Even today, Shakespeare’s work remains relevant and influences many new upcoming writers today. Shakespeare’s works will always be important because they depict a wide variety/range of human emotion accurately, tells what are often relatable and universal stories, and he formed the basis our modern day English language. For us to understand Shakespeare’s work we must first know…
Having a bad weather during docking is a big problem. The bridge team should have check the weather at least, if not they should prepare themselves for the storm.”- According to Able Bodied Seaman Coronation, Ramilin “regards to the issue of safety and practices on board the vessel. There are many things to things to considered in terms about safety. Officers and crew have a lack of coordination and communication when or during the incident. The captain…
The Age of Empire is a very well-known historical analysis of the “Age of Empire”, written by Eric Hobsbawm , the time period from 1875 - 1914, right before World War II.1This historical analysis talks about the happenings of empire, colonialism, and imperialism, why they came forward, and how they impacted society in the late 19th and early 20th century. There is no simple one or two reasons why the age of empire was so prevalent, there are lots written in this article itself, however the…
During the fifteenth century the Renaissance was wedged between the power of political families and religious institutions. These institutions acquired great wealth that has influenced and developed ideas associated with their cause or self-image they wanted portrayed to the public. Italy, during the Renaissance was not a nation but rather a collection of republics, city and states and kingdoms. One republic that flourished was Florence, known for its cloth and wool industry as well as their…
magic powers. There has been a lot of debate of how Elsa got her powers. One theorizor even suggested that Elsa was the twin sister of Rapunzel. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lhf9dekzyq4 And it’s all based on one shot of Rapunzel and Eugene at the coronation. It couldn’t possibly be because Disney likes to throw Easter Eggs into all its movies. I feel like out of all the characters in this movie, I would get along best with Elsa. She’s quiet, smart, and has trouble connecting with other…
It was then I felt my true power surge through me. I should back up a little in time and tell you how I got to this point. It all started right before I woke up. I met someone who changed my life. The darkness felt dreadful like a thousand deaths. Almost the same as a never ending cave. I couldn’t move or talk. I felt suffocated. My breathing was heavy and I could feel tears forming. Suddenly there was a dim light as it got closer, it got brighter until it was close enough to realize it was a…
Old English literature is also referred to Anglo-Saxon literature. The Anglo-Saxons were settlers from Germany that originate from the names Angeln and Saxony. The Anglo-Saxon period lasted for 600 years, from 410 to 1066. They went to Britain after the fall of The Roman Empire, around AD 410. Roman armies were needed, so they left Britain in the fifth-century to fight for their land. The Anglo-Saxons were basically their own leaders in the new land and did not contribute much, or anything to…
Ethical values are often thrown to the side when certain individuals are given the choice between right and wrong. In Macbeth by William Shakespeare, the characters struggle with their sense of morality. Throughout the course of the play, characters perform unethical tasks in order to gain and secure their glory. According to Niccolo Machiavelli, Italian philosopher and political realist, “rulers cannot be bound by morality” in order to be successful (Burnham, Hill, King, Marenbon & Weeks, 2011,…
Sacred spaces can be found everywhere in our world today; they are numerous and can occur wherever one places emotion, awe, or just respect. Sacred spaces change our world today from just a place of living to a place that is important and gives purpose to our lives and humanity. They can come in many different forms and what one considers to be a sacred space another may not; however, this is part of what makes them so sacred, your connection to that spot and what it means to you on a spiritual…