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    armed pilgrimages to the Holy Land in hopes of recovering Jerusalem from Muslim rule.The Crusades brought an end to western Europe's international and cultural isolation. There were four great expeditions between 1095 and 1204 of these religiously inspired military campaigns against Muslims in the eastern Mediterranean. As a result of the Crusades, noble courts and burgeoning cities in Western Europe attained more goods from the east and adopted ideas from the lands of Islam. There were…

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    definition of crusade is pilgrimage journey. The Crusades that were hurled on the holy land in 1095 at the convention of Clermont from Urban II speech to siege and defeat of Jerusalem in 1099 by the Crusaders (Kohler, 2013). This crusade commenced a new phase of affiliation among the West and the Near East. The first Crusade represented the war against the Muslim to aid Byzantines to take back control over the Holy Land. Many innocent people were tortured and many were slaughtered. The…

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    This song "Ain't No Rest For The Wicked" was released on June 16, 2008 by Relentless Records. This was their third song that they've created and the song was released as a CD single. The lead singer Matt Shultz was inspired to make this song from a co-worker that was a drug dealer at the time. When Matt asked him why he was doing these things he responded with "There's no rest for the wicked. That quote inspired Matt to create the song that is very popular today. Because the song has become very…

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    As an audience member there are lots of “hats” that I tend to wear such as the role of a student and a woman.One of the recent theatrical productions I have witnessed recently has been The Wizard of Oz. While watching this play I have I was reminded of being told that I must go out in search of. For instance as a student, I was reminded of the tin man not having a heart being compared to students with no experience. Usually when students finish their degree and go out into the world we are told…

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    about a man ,Oscar Zoroaster or Oz for short, who is brought to the land of Oz where he is confronted with both good and evil, charged with the duty of destroying evil. When Oz first arrives in the Land of Oz he meets Theodora, who explains to him that one of her sisters Glinda is evil and out to destroy the land. Oz however is a flawed man, he accepts the challenge, only so that he may have the chance to inherit the treasure of the Land of Oz. As the story progresses it comes to light that…

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    Book Of Negroes Analysis

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    There's no place like home? Dorothy was right: there’s no place like it. We go through life dodging wicked witches of all cardinal directions but, ideally, our homes are places where we feel most comfortable. At home we should no longer have to battle immorality. In the Wizard of Oz, Dorothy struggled to find her way back to her family, her friends, and her lifestyle in Kansas. The story of Dorothy Gale resonated the human desire to return home after being forcefully removed from them. We have…

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    unanswered questions in the audience’s mind. This series uses several technical devices to allow the audience to analyze the series’ concepts and message. Life changes quickly and human beings most be resourceful to adapt to these changes. Camera shots emphasize the unpredictable changes that occur as life move on. The camera shots used in The Walking Dead is a combination of several camera techniques that emphasize the emotions of the scenes. The use of a long camera shot provides an extended…

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    Crusades: The Holy Wars

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    claimed to be their holy city. All three religions claimed jerusalem to be their holy city, because they believed in the same God. Although they were called the “holy wars”, they were nothing but holy. In fact most of the leaders went to war for more land, not for their religion. The crusades were very important, because it helped shape the religions we have today. It also taught people how to stand up, and fight for their…

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    Wizard Of Oz Movie Vs Book

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    A tin man without a heart, a scarecrow without a brain, a lion without any courage, and a girl that was taken from her home to embark on a journey to meet the wizard. The making of this iconic film was nothing short of a challenge and many issues occurred. The Wonderful Wizard of Oz is known as a classic but many do not know how much went into the making of the movie; beginning with the book, summary of the movie, and the casting and issues that occurred during filming. The Wizard of Oz is a…

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    “Something Wicked This Way Comes,” by Ray Bradbury tells a chilling story in which two boys, Jim and Will, get entranced by Cooger and Dark's wicked carnival in Green Town, Illinois. The story embarks a journey in defeating evil while also portraying strained relationships through the process, especially that of Will Halloway and his dad. Throughout his childhood, Will had never felt a connection with his father due to their distance; especially due to Mr. Holloway and Wills extensive age gap,…

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