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    In the Times of the Butterflies is a novel written by Julia Alvarez. The novel followed the four Mirabal sisters contrasting roles as females that sets their decisions on whether−or not−they wanted to follow the anti-Trujillo movement throughout this movie. The sisters are, Dede, Minerva, Maria Teresa, and Patrai. Dede and Minerva are the most conflicted on the whole movement, while Maria Teresa and Patria’s was less conflicted and their participation in the Trujillo movement was more of an…

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    Trujillo Research Paper

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    Lloyd Velasco Mrs. Nieves Spanish 05 February 2018 Rafael Leónidas Trujillo Molina Rafael Leónidas Trujillo Molina was the former dictator of the Dominican republic. His prolong reign over the Dominican people lasted for over 30 years of hard authoritative and imperious behavior among the Dominican Republic. He could possibly be blamed for the death of over 50,000 people. 20,000 of which occured in the Parsley Massacre. Although due to his brutality the Dominican republic did however…

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    In Here's to You, Jesusa! written by Elena Pontiatowska and In the Time of the Butterflies written by Julia Alvarez each struggle with survival in countries where a woman is abused physically or mentally.In Here's To You, Jesusa!, Jesusa a Las Solderias deserted by her spouse and menial job clashes. Jesusa's conflict with the jurisdiction with police officers and the struggle of abuse stem from her lacking identity and belonging, therefore manipulation easily happens. In the Time of the…

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    “In the Time of the Butterflies” is a historical novel by Julia Alvarez, relating an account of the Mirabal sisters during the time of the Trujillo dictatorship in the Dominican Republic. Maria Teresa is the youngest of the four Mirabal sisters. She is very superficial and materialistic in the beginning of the story, but she becomes a resilient, strong-willed revolutionary hero. Further, Maria Teresa is willing to sacrifice herself for the sake of her family’s right for a liberal nation. Maria…

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    theme of identity crisis is forged by Díaz’s utilization of allusions to literature, and inclusion of Dominican Republic history. One element that aids in the creation of identity crisis in this novel is Díaz’s utilization of allusions to literature. Rafael Trujillo, a ruthless Dominican dictator, is a character in the novel who is identified thoroughly by allusions to literature, mainly from the genres science fiction and…

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    Julia Alvarez, a Hispanic American immigrant and a woman, remains a voice for those who have suffered the strife tied to these labels. From her award-winning novels to her passionate poetry, her words eloquently demonstrate a sort of empathetic understanding only available from an author who has experienced these difficulties. Julia Alvarez uses her poetic voice to explain, yet also escape, her multicultural world with a vocalized desire for freedom from oppression both in her home country and…

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    Butterflies Theme

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    The most common theme in the book is the ongoing struggle of the Butterflies against the government. When the flashback first begins, this particular theme is surfaced during a conversation between the Mirabal family, discussing the idea of Minevra becoming a lawyer. In effect their mother exclaimed jokingly, “Just what we need, skirts in the law!” (Alvarez 10) Minerva insisted that the claim was true, insisting that that, “It’s about time we women had a voice in running our country.” (Alvarez…

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    Dominican Republican history was Rafael Trujillo. Rafael Trujillo was born on October 24, 1891 and first began his career on December 9, 1918 when he accepted training to become a National Guard officer ("Rafael Leonidas Trujillo Molina"). Due to his obedience, enthusiasm, and discipline, once Trujillo had finished training he was quickly promoted, becoming the chief officer(second in command) in 1924 and commander in chief in 1928 (Schoenhals, “Trujillo Molina, Rafael Leónidas (1891–1961)”).…

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    Martin Luther King Jr., a well-known symbol in the African-American Civil Rights movement once said,“life’s most persistent and urgent question is ‘What are you doing for others?’” This quote relates to his efforts to make America a better place for not only him and his family but for everyone around him. His actions against authority are a symbol to everyone suffering from racism because he is willing to sacrifice himself for a greater good. Unlike Martin Luther King Jr. some people resist…

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    Summary Of Amabelle Dancer

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    Plot-The protagonist, Amabelle Desir, describes how her shadow is one of her best friends and removes her from the loneliness and isolation of her life. She briefly describes her best friend Sebastien as well, stating that he truly comforts her. The story begins as Señora Valencia is giving birth and hence Papi, her father, calls Doctor Javier to help with the birth. However, he is too late so Amabelle helps Valencia give birth to her son and then a few minutes later, a daughter. The…

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