the themes in Fangirl is the way people come of age and the struggles one goes through to get there. Rowell expresses the theme by using symbolism, conflicts, and setting. The first way Rowell showed the theme was through symbolism. The symbol, a swing set, represented the loss of innocence found in one's childhood. The protagonist, Cath, wants to prevent the kids from losing their innocence, as implied on…
Swing Dance begin in 1920s and 30s in America. In 1930s the words Lindy Hop, Jitterbug, and Swing were all interchanged terms. How the dance was discovered you may ask in the 1920s the black community were dancing to contemporary Jazz music and the discovered the Charleston and the Lindy Hop which was originated in Harlem. Something that I found really interesting is in 1936 Philip Nutl, was president of the American Society of Teachers of Dancing said that swing would not last. Here it is 2016…
focus on is “Sing Sing Sing” by Benny Goodman. “Sing Sing Sing” is a fast pace swing song that features mainly trumpets and saxophones, a driving drum, and an unmistakable solo by the famous clarinetist- Benny Goodman. Benny Goodman was one of the driving forces of band desegregation during his time as a bandleader. “Sing Sing Sing” by Benny Goodman was a killer diller number, a popular dance piece, that embodies the swing era, and brought jazz out of the dark and into the homes of millions in…
Introduction The purpose of this investigation is to help show how people could help save the Hooded Plovers from extinction. People tend to think that the beaches are just covered in sand. For many years now, people have been visiting beaches around South Australia; and which has out a negative impact on the flora and fauna. The Hooded Plovers are highly endangered. There are less then 800 Hooded Plover in South Australia, and only 7,000 in Australia. The main reason that the Hooded Plovers are…
TITLE Stay All-Inclusive At El Mouradi Club Selima Hotel, Tunisia LEAD PARAGRAPH Part of the Tunisian hotel chain El Mouradi Hotels, Club Selima Hotel is located in pretty Port El Kantaoui and close to the historical town of Sousse. With close proximity to a gorgeous sandy beach, lots of onsite activities to enjoy, superb facilities and amenities, and easy access to many historical and cultural attractions, Club Selima Hotel is a great place to enjoy top Tunisian hospitality, relaxation, and a…
rand Haven, Michigan is known around the world as one of the best beach towns. From surfing to beach volleyball to jumping off the pier, the different activities you can do in my town are endless. Thrillist magazine says, “Some mitten-beach experts named it Michigan’s best beach town, for starters. But if you don’t believe us, take a trip to Grand Haven and step on the big, soft beach at Grand Haven State Park and try to argue” (Meltzer 1). Hopefully I am painting a clear picture in your head…
South Wales to its north, the Tas Sea to the east and with South Australia to its west, Victoria extends to Aussies a wide range of natural attractions that make it second to none in Australia. Let's begin with the Great Ocean Road. Blessed with being one of this world's most beautiful scenic drives, participants will discover a myriad of breathtaking blessings: spectacular walks, windswept…
What is a sand mine? Sand mining is a process that removes sand from an open pit. Where has the sand mine at Cornulla existed? Sand mining in Cronulla existed in Kurnell Peninsula in the government area of Sutherland Shire Sydney New South Wales. When did the sand mine at Cornulla close? Why? Sand Mine at Cronulla was Closed since the 1968 because they were removed to allow more tonnes of sand per year and they supplies the building sand What building development has occurred at Cronulla? The…
I could have spent a week hiking in Cinque Terre, but my plans to travel the Mediterranean got changed because of an unforeseen circumstance. Today, I finally got around to spending a day in Cinque Terre. And it was one very hectic day. Cinque Terre or Five Lands as the name implies, consists of five villages hidden in tiny coves along the craggy stretch of the Liguria coastline: Portovenere, Riomaggiore, Vernazza, Manarola and Monterosso Al Mare. Because of very high cliffs and rugged terrain,…
Rio de Janeiro is one of the most vibrant and lively cities in the world. It is admired for its beaches, warm, tropical climate and for the beautiful sights. All these contribute to a perfect holiday in Rio. But to be able to enjoy everything Rio has to offer, a couple of days are required, so you are advised to book holiday apartments Rio, to have enough time to do a bit of everything and to feel the vibe of the culture. Many tourists choose to visit Rio de Janeiro just to get a peek of the…