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“The Rocking-Horse Winner” demonstrates the life-draining consequences of greed and its toxic effect on human relationships. Hester, the mother of three children, and her family live in a “pleasant house,” own “discreet servants,” and always purchase “expensive and splendid toys” for the children during Christmas. Although the family still owns enough money for basic necessities, Hester feels unsatisfied with the family’s income. She desires more money to not only satisfy her “expensive taste,”…

by Henrik Ibsen, Nora’s character’s layers become visible through the supporting roles in the play. The ways she behaves in the presence of Dr. Rank, Christina Linden, and Krogstad all unveil aspects that Nora keeps hidden from Helmer.Nora doesn’t want Helmer to view anything other than perfection. When Nora surrounds herself with the minor characters, her fears, vulnerability, and flaws are unveiled;They manifest features in Nora’s personality that Nora is afraid to express due to Helmer’s…

Many believe that Italy has not changed much in its history; it is a small country that has been exempt from many modern political affairs. However, a half-century long political and economic debacle known as “Risorgimento,” ‘The Resurgence,’ or simply the Italian Unification was one of the most important events in Italian history. It was successful in uniting the many independently controlled states into one unified kingdom known as Italy, and was influenced by many means including Camillo…

were multilingual, remarkably, Roosevelt knew six languages and wrote thirty-six books. Modern-day presidents are known for being family oriented, oddly enough when Roosevelt moved to the White House it had been years since children resided there. I’m sure with kids ranging from 4 to 17 years old the White House was filled with amusement. During his presidency, Roosevelt was ambitious and not at all apprehensive of how citizens perceived him. Succeeding the Civil…

politically. The wars from 1640-1660 completely changed England. The king and the House of Lords lost their power, and England changed from a monarchy to a republic, among other effects. On the first page, the author describes the effects that the war had. It says, “Sometimes such other events have changed the occupancy or the powers of the throne, but the conflict of 1640-60 was more extensive. The monarchy and the House of Lords were abolished, and were replaced by a republic and military…

Daisy Drama101 Kreilkamp 10/14/15 In the play, A Doll’s House, there were many uses of imagery and symbols. The symbols that I chose to write about are the use of the Christmas tree, Nora’s tarantella dance, Nora’s costumes, and the macaroons. Each symbol helps move along the story of Nora and Torvald’s relationship and how Nora is treated inside of her home. Her emotions change throughout the play and the symbols help show how she feels. The Christmas tree represents happiness and joy. It’s…

England, leaving The Houses of Parliament unable to meet with the demands, thus the allowance of a second party to pass an Act (through the parenting/enabling act), both the House of Commons and the House of Lords can continue with their ever-changing workload. Made up of two separate houses, The Houses of Parliament consist of; the House of Commons, and the House of Lords. 650 majoritarian elected individuals known as ‘Members of Parliament’ (or MPs for short), make up the House of Commons,…

in Ibsen’s original play, “A Doll’s House,” Gilman’s adaptation, “Dollhouse,” and the 2012 Carrie Cracknell short film Nora, Nora manages to be the portrayal of not only the stereotypical submissive wife, but one who gains power as well. Her objectification, infantilization, and regaining of personal identity is shown vividly in all three portrayals, allowing her to become a realistic representation of womanhood, no matter the era. In the original “A Doll’s House,” Nora’s first impression on the…

The influences of Boris and his memory on Veronika in The Cranes are Flying are also reflective of the ethical. After finding herself depressed and lost in the World, Veronika meets a child named Boris, who she believes is a sign sent to her from her Boris. The memory of her Boris and this apparent sign from him reinvigorates her and she takes a more active role in her life, taking in the child and leaving her husband, Mark, seeing his true colors as a schemer and a liar. It is Boris’s memory…

To begin with, symbolism is a powerful tool incorporated into plays that can be utilized for different purposes. In Doll’s House, a predominant symbol is the Christmas tree that is delivered to Nora’s house. The simple explicit message is that the tree coveys to readers that Christmas is approaching. It is a festive object meant to serve as a decorative and symbolizes family happiness and unity. However, the Christmas tree is more than just a festive object. In the play, the tree seems to mimic…