sources on the topic of the Freudian Psychoanalytic Theory of Literary Criticism. This theory of criticism is based off looking at literary works through a psychological perspective. I am doing research on this top to have a better understanding of the kind of concepts and theory’s of psychoanalysis that are behind the make up of this theory of literary criticism. Most of the concepts and theories of this theory of literary criticism comes from the psychologist Sigmund Freud, who contributed…
A political allegory is when a book or a work of art, tells one story but actually is using that story as a metaphor to hide a political meaning underneath. A political allegory could be found in fiction, drama, paintings, films and music. The dictionary states that an allegory is a story, poem, or picture which can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, typically a moral or political one, it is derived from the Latin and Greek word ‘Allegoria’ “meaning ‘veiled language’ or ‘figurative.’…
Notable authors in literary work understand that to keep their piece enticing and not dull, various methods must be employed. One of the more important methods is theme. Frankly, themes are so intrinsically incorporated in literature's the main and sub-plots of that without it, books would be nothing more than an abundance of meaningless of words on sheets of paper. William Shakespeare, for example, utilizes themes as the main component in The Merchant of Venice. The themes William Shakespeare…
My definition of faith is constantly being shaped and challenged by the world and different experiences around me. Our past has so much to say about who we are as individuals, just as the history of the bible has so much to tell us about how to interpret it and make connections in the present. My life has been built on a strong foundation of church family and constant love from our creator. In our readings, I feel that Sumney does a great job of explaining how the bible is set up and how we as…
A Tales of Cinema (2005), and Night and Day (2008) by Hong Sang-Soo Production analysis is a methodologically neutral tool, which seeks to reckon with the film’s formal and stylistic patterns by charting the various technical strategies its filmmakers employ in its enunciation. These strategies include casting, performance, costume design, color design, lighting, and composition, the rendition of space, rhythm and sound design. In this essay, we will study closely Hong Sang-Soo as well as…
Jack Kerouac’s Fictional Style: A Critical Study Abstract This study entitled “Jack Kerouac’s Fictional Style: A Critical Study” aims to explore the ways in which his thematic, linguistic and structural pattern dealt in his fictions. This research shows Jack Kerouac’s literary influences. It also shows Kerouac’s fictional style and its narrative design. This further study presents Jack Kerouac’s employment of automatic writing style and his spontaneous methods. (Keywords: Experimental Prose,…
Literature has served as a catalyst for varying conversations over time. Psychoanalytic examinations have often come from great literary works. One significant author that focused on psychological incorporation throughout his works was Hermann Ungar. His novel, The Maimed in particularly had a large focus on psychoanalytic aspects. Through these fictional works, one can notice and analyze the several psychological symbols. Herman Ungar’s work was largely based upon dark tones, combining…
veryone loves a good movie, especially when this movie is full of action packed scenes that gets your adrenalin pumping. That is why I have chosen two similar movies to come to a conclusion of which is better. In this paper, I will be arguing between Divergent and The Maze Runner to determine which is worth your time to see. When I see a movie, I want to be transported and immersed in that world and compelled to identify with the characters. Divergent does this by telling the point of view from…
Through the literary techniques of personification, paradox and imagery of simple experiences or objects, Jane Hirshfield manages to simplify the complex emotions and ideas within society by utilizing symbolisms of everyday items and experiences to convey her perceptions about solitude and regrets in life as well as analyze the complexity of one’s identity. Hirshfield’s Zen Buddhist affiliations contribute to the philosophical tone of her poems in their abstract conceptualization of life…
• In order to have a more fulfilling reading experience, it is important to have knowledge of the religious traditions, beliefs, or readings from different cultures that could affect literature, despite an individual reader’s personal beliefs • Since culture is greatly influenced by its dominant religious system, even if a writer does not necessarily adhere to the beliefs, the key values of that religious system will affect the literary work • Despite a reader’s religious affiliation, generally…