Jules Verne

“The War of the Worlds is presented as a factual account of the arrival on Earth of metal cylinders fired from the planet Mars. The first cylinder crash-lands on Horsell Common near the English town of Woking (where Wells lived while writing the story), and opens to reveal monstrous Martians. These aliens construct tripod war machines armed with unstoppable heat rays, and use them in a campaign of destruction. Armies are wiped out, London is devastated. Humanity spinally saved when the Marians…

The United States military has always placed a high value on its soldiers and their survivability in conflict. We as a nation believe that our citizens deserve the best care we can offer should they become a casualty of war. Since the beginning of combat, almost all fighting forces have utilized some method to evacuate their wounded from the battlefield. Throughout history we can see different methods that nations have used to evacuate their wounded from the battlefield with varying degrees…

Edgar Allen Poe was recognized as one of the most influential authors of his time. He was mostly known for his different poems and short stories, like “The Cask of Amontillado” or “The Tell-Tale Heart.” His most well-known poem is “The Raven” which was recognized for its horror essence. He wasn’t like any other poet, he mainly wrote horror and fiction. His life wasn’t a happy go lucky, his main influence for writing the horror and fiction stories was his life. He was the pioneer for creating the…

Even though Robert escapes, Victor and the Creation both die because of the physical and emotional effects of isolation. French novelist and poet, Jules Verne said, “Solitude and isolation are painful things and beyond human endurance." Robert, Victor and the Creation all experienced the type of isolation both Carlyle and Verne speak about. Isolation is the destructor of man and it cannot be handled by an ordinary human being. It is best to be avoided at any and all…

When I was Grade 12, I the class had the choice of reading Tolkien's The Hobbit or 2000 Leagues Under the Sea by Jules Verne. This was a smart move made by my English teacher in the sense that we were able to choose what we would be working on for the next three months. I found the only disappointing part of the book was when it ended. There were countless twists and…

Actually, before we move on, let’s go back to where the story began. It was just another typical, sunny, fresh summer day in a suburban neighborhood where the peaceful scenery, the houses, the trees, and the small roads looked like those in a fairy tale movie. “Good morning dear. How was your sleep?” said a man in a black bussiness suit. “Morning Dad.” Mia said as she gave Mr. Noldgan a hug. “Look, Dad, I made you waffles this morning.” “Thank you sweetie. I saw the plates on the table, but…

Moon exploration could be all but marveled until October 4, 1957, when the Soviet Union did the impossible and launched Sputnik 1 to orbit Earth, this was a huge success. Sputnik 1 was a small, nearly useless satellite, but it had started the Space Race, and one of the biggest leaps for humanity. We have been nearly oblivious to what has happened in the space race, including why the race to the moon became big and fast at that, what other smaller successes were, and what the Apollo program was…

The human ego is a blessed curse, it has led to horrendous disasters and incredible feats. In the novel Around the world in 80 days, the protagonist Phileas Fogg is in truth a conceited narcissist who travels the world to bolster his own ego. He exemplifies classic narcissistic traits, a sense of superiority, the need to prove his supremacy, and the manipulation of others. Phileas Fogg has “excessive feelings of self-importance”, a symptom of narcissistic personality disorder, which manifests…

Jonathan Kurz Mrs. Kent English America’s Project Mercury Project Mercury was America’s first space program, and it inspired many Americans. Project Mercury began in 1958 and ended in 1962 (Sipiera 11). Project Mercury was started by NASA, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (McNeese). The capsules used in the manned flights had barely enough room to fit one person in it (42). The first American astronaut in space was Commander Alan B. Shepard of the United States Navy, and he rode…

Ever wondered who was the inspiration for the great Stephen King? By looking at Edgar Allan Poe’s style of writing, the makeup of detective fiction, and Poe’s influence on literature, it is clear that Stephen King’s inspiration most likely came from Edgar Allan Poe. Edgar Allan Poe was the creator of American detective fiction. Edgar Allan Poe used a unique style of writing. Poe experimented with different genres and styles; he used the gothic tale, science fiction, and satire as well as other…