Eve Kosofsky Sedgwick

Genesis is a book that should be divided in two. The sections, though not equal in length, are 1-11 and 12-50. It should come as no surprise to know that Genesis 1-11 and 12-50 go together. One must know what happened in 1-11 to truly understand 12-50. Genesis 1-11 provides the framework from which the rest of the Bible should be read. Genesis opens with the God creating and structuring all things. The pinnacle of creation is mankind. The creator looks on his creation and recognizes that all…

He says “the devil would not have ensnared man in open sin of disobedience if man had not already begun to please himself in pride” (Augustine, 98) Adam and Eve didn’t choose the true object that they desired, God, but choose to eat from the Tree of Knowledge. They had “become inevitably self-centered, their will being ‘curved’ back on itself.” (Rist, 148) Their desires were not focused toward God, which caused…

During the holidays New York City is one of the most breathtaking places to visit. There is something for everyone to see and experience. From Thanksgiving to New Year’s Eve the city is charged with the bustle and excitement of the holiday season. The festivities extend from Rockefeller center to Manhattan to New Jersey. Which means a lot of traffic, dreary taxi rides, crowded subway cars, or a sea of tourists and locals walking briskly to reach their destination. Must – See Events The Macy’s…

Shortly after Cain is cursed for murdering his brother Abel, Cain’s family line begins in earnest. Noting that Cain had disregarded God and simply wished to do as he pleased, Cain’s line would be partakers of his spirit. Wickedness, boastfulness, pride, and other such things would all become characteristics of Cain’s descendants. It is found within Cain’s descendants that the true results of sin are exhibited, specifically by Lamech. People tend to be influenced by the behavior of those around…

“Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful while this winter festival” said by a writer Noman Vincent Peale. Further Justin Bieber continues to say “ its the most beautiful time of the year lights fill the street spreading so much cheer”. Christmas is also known as X-mas and mid winter, ‘Christ’s Mass ‘ is the word from which Christmas has derived. It is celebrated on 25th of December all around the world, coupled with, a public holiday is…

spot the best wire reindeer, Santa impersonators and nativity scenes in town is a highlight. 8. Sales Geelong at Christmastime is madness, especially when the sales start early December. For those of us who lack in the planning department, Christmas Eve is wonderful chaos as we strive to find the cheapest Apple gadget on offer, and race to grab it a la Arnold Schwarzenegger in Jingle All The Way. 9. All the carols Hark the Herald Angels Sing? Jingle Bells? Silent Night? You’ll be hearing every…

inconsistent thoughts as he struggles to overcome his own doubts and weaknesses while trying to accomplish the goal of corrupting humankind. In addition, Satan also fits the definition of a Byronic hero by being seductive as he tricks and convinces Eve to eat the fruit from the Tree of Knowledge, which was forbidden. Similarly, the character Maleficent, from the fictional movie Maleficent, fits perfectly into the definition of a Byronic hero. Essentially, Maleficent portrays and possesses dark…

In Toni Morrison’s Sula, birds play a big role in identifying the fate of Sula, the Bottom, and as well as its residents in which its imagery gives clues to their fate. Toni Morrison uses bird imagery to foreshadow the plague of deaths and Sula’s significance in Bottom. In many different cultures and religions, birds influenced many spectrum of metaphors, beliefs, and myths. With the Bird's ability to take off and sail up through the skies, they are identified as a connection between Heaven…

1. The Polar Express was written and illustrated by Chris Van Allsburg and it was published by Houghton Mifflin in 1985. This book is a classic children’s book that was later made into a feature film. The story is about a boy who goes unnamed though out the whole book, and his journey on a magical steam engine to the North Pole in the middle of the night. Van Allsburg evokes such a vivid visual world through is text and visuals. He uses great metaphors and similes such as “the train is wrapped…

on Christmas Eve to have a big hearty dinner and exchange gifts with each other. Our family tradition like many others have been carried out for generations and it is imperative that we keep it going. Another huge part of the Christmas spirit is giving. This is the favorite for many of the children because of the gifts from Santa Claus leaves under the tree. I remember when I was little I could not contain all of my excitement. I remember not being able to sleep on Christmas Eve because I…