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Author Washington Irving who is considered one of the Great American authors, wrote during the romanticism period. Particularly, in his work titled “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” written in 1819 we can see evidence of the characteristics, themes and style identified with the romanticism movement which was extant in American letters between 1800 and 1850. As a representative of such a movement, Washington Irving then remains one of the most identifiable and iconic writers of his time. Washington…

those crucial years between 19 and 24, when you discover who you are as an adult" (Pendlebury,2005). Williams and Ledger moved to a home in Brooklyn to experience a normal life (McShane, 2008). In 2005, they became engaged and had their first child, Matilda Rose Ledger. During this time, he had three movies appear at the Venice Film Festival: Brokeback Mountain, Casanova, and The Brothers Grimm. Many consider Brokeback Mountain as the turning point in his career (Luscome, 2005). Ledger was…

Influenza (flu) is an infectious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. There are two primary types of influenza viruses: type A and B. Both Influenza viruses commonly spread during the flu season. Flu season is unpredictable, but is typically starts in October and ends May. Influenza occurrences are generally at their peak between December and February. Cases of influenza range from mild illnesses to life threatening. Influenza spreads by coughing, sneezing, and airborne…

Hi! I’m Taylor Jaden Chung. I was born on the 13th of March 2003 in Hong Kong at The Peak in the Matilda International Hospital to my parents Paul Chung (Father) and Esther Yau Chung (Mother). I also have a younger brother with the name Tobin Isaiah Chung. I’m a 14 Year old male American with Chinese Heritage. Currently, I reside in Hong Kong and go to Renaissance College Hong Kong. As a Hong Kong resident, I speak English and am learning Traditional Mandarin Chinese as well as Cantonese the…

Elizabeth Cady Stanton was born on November 12, 1825, in Johnstown, New York. She was an abolitionist and a leading figure in the women's movement. She died on October 26, 1902, and was a woman who was able and willing to speak up on the Women's Suffrage Movement more than any other woman, and things involved in women's equality. She spoke out on wide spectrums of issues from the primacy of legislatures over the courts and constitution, to women’s right to ride bicycles. Elizabeth Cady Stanton…

Paul Laurence Dunbar was born on June 27, 1872. Dunbar parents Joshua and Matilda Murphy Dunbar was freed slaves from Kentucky. Dunbar was one of the first African- American poets to gain national recognition. Dunbar is best known for his verse and short stories, many of which are written in black dialect. He was also one of the first black writers to attempt to make a living from his writing. (A&E Television Networks) (From the Archive: Poets’ Stamps) Shortly after Dunbar was born his…

Abraham Lincoln was the 16th president of the United States of America. He impacted the world greatly, in more than one way. He composed many great speeches such as, the Gettysburg address, and the “House Divided Speech”. Also he is accredited with a big part of freeing the slaves. He was also the first Republican President. Although he did so many great things, some people didn’t like his message, he was assassinated by John Wilkes Booth on April 14, 1865. Abraham Lincoln was born on February…

from the age of 15 ever since their father died in the war. I came with my only bag and few belongings. I am a yeoman to Martha Tucker but I also help take care of the children. She has farm hands for the 2 acres of farm she owns. Alice, Harriet, Matilda, Hannah, John, James, Henry, Thomas, Richard, and William Tucker are the many children Martha and I have to take care of.…

We Can Help Them End It - New Matilda. 2016. Australian Doctors Are Sick Of The Mistreatment Of Refugees. We Can Help Them End It - New Matilda. [ONLINE] Available at: https://newmatilda.com/2015/10/15/australian-doctors-are-sick-of-the-mistreatment-of-refugees-we-can-help-them-end-it/. [Accessed 15 March 2016]. Social Cohesion Between…

programs and auditioning to gain experience. Most actors start off in the major industry by having lots of previous theatre credits and experience in lead roles. He or she may also choose to attend a college theatre program such as a liberal arts program to gain more knowledge. Susan Blair Ross gives advice on this topic by saying, “I didn’t major in acting in college, but I know a lot of people who did, with great results. I think the strongest college theater programs right now are at…