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Many different perceptions for a theme can be brought to the table when it comes to literature. Everyone has a differing opinion for the several possible themes in just one piece of literature. However some literature is not made to be labeled and limited by stamping a theme on to the title. However, one piece of work that has a clear and evident theme is “To Build a Fire” by Jack London. The theme that is portrayed in this short story pertains to the individual being blinded by their own…

Maya sat up in her cot. The rising sun shown brightly through the walls of the tent leaving a blue glow. She looked over to Kennedy’s cot. Empty. Old country music played from outside the tent. The beat of the banjo sounded like a muffled lullaby. A chilly breeze flew through the tent walls rustling the outside leaves. She shivered rubbing her bare arms. Maya stood up and walked over to the makeshift table, which was actually just a large rubber bin. She grabbed her black hiking jacket and threw…

Some of the biotic factors of the biome are but not limited to: Lichen, moss, ferns, wild flowers, shrubs, maple trees, oak trees, birch trees, spruce trees, pine trees, spiders slugs, frogs, turtles, salamanders, beetles and much more. All of these organisms are absolutely amazing and each and every one of them has an important role to play in the act of furthering the live span of the deciduous…

of secret sin.” In the beginning of “The Minister’s Black Veil” Hawthorne reveals how secular, in relation to Puritan beliefs, the community of Milford is as they make their way to church, “children…mimicked a graver gait, in their Sunday clothes. Spruce bachelors looked sidelong at pretty maidens.” This sets the foundation of the hypocrisy within their community. The children are mocking how individuals walk and young men are lusting after maidens. Hawthorne uses the juxtaposition of the…

The world puts pressure on individuals by setting high societal standards one must achieve in order to be considered successful in life. Family also plays a significant role in one’s life, as parents expect their children to succeed and follow specific paths in life. However, young adults often feel burdened by the need of having to meet the expectations of both family and society; leading many individuals to develop high levels of stress. In Jon Krakauer’s Into the Wild both Chris McCandless…

Philanthropic actions are often too focused on serving the philanthropist, rather than those philanthropized. Mr. Norton is one of the school's original founders, and describes the school as his "work" and his "destiny." Though Mr. Norton may appear to be benevolent, his motives are less pure than they seem. Norton’s case is similar to the white man’s burden in that he feels vastly superior to black men, and donates to feel important. He explains his motives for helping the school in that “[The…

colorful lights and icy silt. Three figures slowly open their doors and step onto the frosty gravel. The first is a man no older than forty. White stubble splatters his face and his black hair moves in the frosty winds, his height resembles a small spruce tree that is newly planted, tall but lanky. As the wind blows snow into his chiseled face his blue eyes shine in contrast.…

shield. Many naturals are afraid to add colour into their hair because of past damage that has happened due to relaxers and heat damage but with the rise in demand of different textured hair extensions, there are various colours that allow one to spruce up their look without box dyeing or bleaching their own her to achieve the look. The introduction of twist outs and ‘wash-and-go’ styles has given the Afro a stylistic flare as well. A twist out or braid out is basically what its name describes…

The Practice of Ageism Thrives in U.S. Businesses The older applicant has to reinvent themselves. In preparation for a job search, the over 40 crowd has to hone tech skills which includes social media, spruce up appearances, and modify attitudes. Resumes need to be polished and tailored to the specific job advertised. Interviewing skills should be re-evaluated and practiced. Interviewees need to be prepared to discuss their accomplishments as well as weaknesses and share what has been…

Mountain climbing is a exhilarating annd a energy draining activity but there is more to it then you think. It also brings out the best in you, it pushes you to limits you've never been before and you start to figure out what type of person you are. Only the bravest of the bunch will attempt to climb a mountain. Two of those valiant people climbed a mountain, persevered through extreme adversity, and accomplished a lifelong dream. Meet, John Krakaeur and Erik Weihnmayer. climb a…