Definite description

Introduction In this paper, I will compare and contrast Russell’s and Strawson’s accounts on definite descriptions, which are phrases of the form “the X” and denote some object. I will first reconstruct Russell’s account, which argues that that all definite descriptions are in reality a series of propositional statements and claims. I will then reconstruct Strawson’s account and claim that Russell’s account is flawed because it focuses exclusively on the meaning of sentences, ignoring their use, and because Russell’s theory of description fails to fully describe how definite descriptions can be used to refer. Finally, I will argue that … Russell’s account of definite descriptions Russell first introduces and explores the concept of a “denoting phrase” and a “definite description” in is 1905 essay, On Denoting. Russell defines a “denoting phrase” as a phrase which…

After comparing the descriptions between the “allmylife” items and the eBay items there was a noticeable difference between how each was described. After I reviewed a few items on the “All My Life” sales list and selected the “Fine Green Shirt” item to compare to eBay sale items. The descriptions that I found on eBay were a combination of both subjective and objective due to the fact that the author of the auction provided facts about the material the shirt was made out of, which was stated as…

In the poems “God’s Grandeur” by Hopkins, and “The Fish” by Elizabeth Banks the reader will find many similarities like the use of figurative language, diction, and theme. All these usages of rhetoric strategies help strengthen, and clarify the intent of the author. Both poems “God’s Grandeur” by Hopkins, and “The Fish” by Elizabeth Bishop use figurative language, and imagery in order to push their message, and help the reader understand their point of view. In “God’s Grandeur”, Hopkins says…

In writing, syntax often times controls the pacing while diction allows visualization of what is written. In this essay, the writer’s purpose is to lead the reader to assume that Paret the boxer plays the role of the hero, whilst Griffith, his opponent, plays the role of the villain. Through elements like similes and rhetorical devices, the author achieves his purpose and creates an impact on the reader. In “The Death of Benny Paret,” Norman Mailer utilises syntax to call attention to diction…

Application of New Criticism: forgiving my father A short synopsis of the poem “forgiving my father”, written by Lucille Clifton is that it is about a daughters recollection of her life growing up, specifically her father’s inefficiencies. Throughout the poem, the persona shifts through boots of anger, bitterness and contempt as she reflects on the experiences she had growing up. To fully grasp what the poem is about in its totality, one could ascribe to many different types of criticism…

It always seems to come down to this question, the “who am I?” An entire branch of philosophy devoted to how to approach the question and still, I have no definite answer, though there has been some great art to come out of it. Thankfully, I have a bit more… “specificity” to work with, limits have been put down, as well as the much easier “why” to scribe. All about the idea of nature. That laid out, it turns the question from “Who am I?” to why am I doing this? The question more manageable, it’s…

My wonderful teacher once asked “ What moment in your life made you really happy”. There is no definite answer, being able to wakeup everyday makes me happy. Stretching in my comfy bed makes me smile. Listening to the birds chirping, the sun beaming into my eyes. There are no words that can describe that happiness, its different than receiving a present or a brand new car. Getting up to brush my teeth, looking at the mirror seeing myself. Having the privilege to shower under warm water. Looking…

If it was one properly, the job description should provide the following key elements: a job summary; required skills, abilities and education, role within a team, reporting relationships, and any physical demands. It has been found that when companies regularly update their job descriptions with timely and accurate information on the job duties and responsibilities, the HR department will have clear direction about the company’s expectations for a position. (Siddique 2015) By regularly…

1. Placing the right person in the right job, which would include interviews, screening resumes, taking references as most often it is operation staff who know similar kinds in the market place to get correct feedbacks. 2. Induction of a new employees in the organization (orientation): HR may provide a very basic introduction related to occupational health and safety, but all job related induction becomes line manager’s responsibility. 3. Training employees for jobs that are new to them;…

1. The job I have selected is JOB 1, the internship (sales assistant). The requirements are as follows: a minimum qualification of a matric certificate, in terms of personality the candidate must be ambitious, self-motivated, have a positive attitude and good communication skills. I believe I am qualified for this job because I poses a matric certificate and further more have distinctions in business studies ( which can be helpful in this field). I was a part of the public speaking team for 2…