William Stern

William Shakespeare (1564-1616), the most considerable literary figure of the Elizabethan Age and often called the English national poet is considered by many to be the greatest dramatist of all time. He occupies a unique position in world literature. The opening lines of Dr. Samuel Johnson’s Preface to Shakespeare are tribute to Shakespeare’s long–continued popularity, which Johnson considers to be an acceptable criterion of greatness. According to Johnson, no other test of the greatness of…

Lord of The Flies Analysis William Golding’s novel Lord of the Flies surrounds a group of young boys stranded on an island after a plane crash. With no adults or sense of authority present the boys must build there own civilization which results in fear, conflict, and savagery. From the beginning to end of the story the element of fear is a driving force for the boys’ actions. At first the fear of being alone is present, then fear of a beast, and finally a fear of loss of power. Fear is one of…

Macbeth (#1 Literature Coursework) Jocelyn Toh Sze Lyn In the play of Macbeth written by William Shakespeare, the theme of deception was continuously shown throughout the play by Shakespeare with the use of manipulative language, juxtaposition, imagery, metaphors, the staging of the play and the use of dramatic irony. The theme of deception was shown by the use of manipulative language by the characters. The quote of "That I may pour my spirits in thine ear" suggests that Lady Macbeth is…

Throughout the world America has faced many hardships and obstacles to get where it is today, a powerhouse of the 21st century and a king of the jungle in terms of economic, political, and social stature. As America has made its journey through the times there have been many inspirational, historic figures that put the success of the United States right on their backs. These icons have pathed America to success and fulfillment for many days to come. Presidents are a big impact on how exactly…

political and economic atmospheres. Any sign of disobedience to these norms was seen as a crime against the holy establishments ordained by God, since the church constantly reinforced this idea by using the Bible as a justification to their rules. William Shakespeare’s tragedy Titus Andronicus is a presentation that fundamentally challenged the pre-conceived notion that women were no more valuable than…

William stepped onto the floor. He paused at a bulletin board to read Christian-themed literature, and dates for upcoming Christian Coalition meetings and events. He turned and walked down a hallway lined with whitewashed doors to a single room at the end of the hall. He knocked softly. While he waited, he read from a whiteboard on the door. The whiteboard was headed Resident Assistant, Mary Malfronte - Floor Rules. At the bottom of the list of rules, Mary had written in neat block lettering -…

Life is sweet, but life is hard. In “The Tyger” and “The Lamb” by William Blake, the speaker expresses a conflicted attitude towards God and the two poems differ in their tone towards God and all of his creations. The speaker, a follower of the christian faith, creates a powerful tone through the use of diction, imagery, and repetition in “The Tyger” and “The Lamb.” Both poems have conflicting attitudes toward God, for “The Lamb” creates a confident and passionate tone while “The Tyger”…

Romantic Literature Romantic literature is defined as the individual's expression of emotions, awe of nature, imagination, fixation on/analysis of death, etc. Some great authors include Walt Whitman, Edgar Allan Poe, William Cullen Bryant, Washington Irving, and many more. Throughout this essay I will do an analysis on these stories: The Devil and Tom Walker, Thanatopsis, and section 33 from Song of Myself. The Devil and Tom Walker by Washington Irving, is about a common man who lives in the…

They need to act as if everything is normal so that nobody suspects them. Macbeth thinks that it will be difficult to cover it up. He recognises his ‘false heart’ which implies that he isn’t totally happy with Lady Macbeth’s plan. After Lady Macbeth’s persuasion it is obvious that Macbeth is feeling very uneasy and nervous. (When he sees the dagger: ‘Is this a dagger which I see before me…’) When Banquo asks: ‘Who’s there?’ Macbeth replies: ‘A friend.’ That is a good example of dramatic…

In “The Lonely Land”, A.J.M Smith says “This is a beauty/of dissonance,/this resonance” (23-25). By this quote, he means that even though the land is not perfect, there is something to be found under imperfection such as something beautiful. Dumont repeats, “this land is not” three times throughout the poem to make sure the readers understand that the land is not to be taken advantage of. In both of the poems, the land is more than just a place to live. “Not Just a Platform for My Dance”…