The Untouchable

Erik Larson, Isaac's Storm: A Man, a Time, and the Deadliest Hurricane in History. New York: Crown Publishers, 1999. 323 pages In the 1900’s, the chief weather man Isaac Cline thought the city of Galveston, Texas was untouchable by anything. In 1900, an immaculate hurricane hit this city. Water levels rose almost two stories high, and houses and cars were ripped from the ground. In “Isaacs Storm” Isaac Cline is telling stories of what happened during the storm, and the aftermath of it all.…

could have done his best to defuse the situation with Laios where three roads met, versus killing him. Even after these events, Oedipus remained focused on trying to evade the prochachy. Once he was established in Thebes, he began to feel almost untouchable and above others. Thus, when he called in Tiresias to shed light on the murderer of Laios and Tiresias exclaims that Oedipus “is the murderer whom you seek”, Oedipus responds with contempt (347). Also, Oedipus continued to assume that he…

Thompson 2 Destiny Thompson Mrs. Combs Composition I 10th N vember 2015 Education System The education system is setting students up to fail and creating more dropouts. Agreeing and disagreeing sides both feel the need of change in the public education system. In ?Waiting for Superman? by Davis Guggenheim, ?Why Johnny Can?t Fail? by Jerry Jesness and ?Against Schools? by John Taylor Gatto, they all come to the agreement the education system is failing the students and creating more…

“Can you promise me something?” Maybe it was the serious tone in his voice, or, just that particular arrangement of words, but Shawn’s question made Celia panic. “That depends…” she said with hesitance. “Promise me you’ll wipe the extra ice cream off my face before we leave.” Celia instantly relaxed and began laughing. “You know,” said Shawn, his tone heavy with sarcasm, “it’s rude to laugh at people. Especially those with disabilities.” Celia gasped dramatically. “How dare you accuse me of…

A sizeable amount of Literature depicts the lead protagonist as a honourable, selfless courageous character, despite difficulties, bound to succeed in what they pursue. These common traits define the archetype hero. However these characters contain no flaws and nothing representing the 'human condition' therefore appearing very much alien like towards their audience . The Anti-hero contains heroic morals but is plagued with flaws that while more relate-able and appealing towards their audience…

In 1652 New York created the first Rattle Watch, this was before they thought of whistles. The rattles made a distinct noise calling for help. These wooden rattles were used well into the 19th century. The 1700’s saw more and more people moving into the cities and seaports which meant more work for the Watch. With Goods being shipped in and out at ever increasing pace the attraction for thieves and graft became greater and the crowd it brought made the job tougher. Taverns and brothels filled…

classes in the manner of our forefathers, but allowing anyone to volunteer, for the most part of the proletariat.” The Senate did not approve of Marius’ recruitment tactics, but he had the support of the plebs and their tribunes, which made him untouchable by the Senate. Marius…

In the article “Educated, Unemployed and Frustrated,” Matthew C. Klein makes effective arguments through his use of statistics and credible background; in addition to Klein’s arguments, his tone gives the article a persuasive approach. Klein’s use of personal devotion to the topic and critical reasoning also make his argument on the young and unemployed graduate students extremely effective by persuading his readers to have an attitude such as the one he is expressing. The author has obvious…

Nikola Tesla, (1856-1945) was the inventor of the World’s lighting and well-known for his contribution to the world of science and technology. Tesla, a son of priest from Orthodox faith, he was born in born in Serbian in the territory of Yugoslav. He is the first inventor of the outstanding radio communication. Tesla is also known for his invention, who devised the powerful alternating current (AC) model that significantly became the industry electric standard. AC is widely considered one of the…

What is the problem with female nipples? Please, someone let me know why there is such a need to heavily censor a part of a body that is ubiquitous and natural as an ear. Every living mammalian species, male and female has nipples. But a naked uncovered ear does not get a picture flagged on Facebook or Instagram. Or worse gets your profile deleted and a ban from continuing to post your photos. Why? Why has the act of public breastfeeding become such a horrible and unsightly GOD WON’T SOMEONE…