Wednesday, February 1, 2012
Great Expectations Title
The plot to the novel Great Expectations by Charles Dickenson is about a criminal who gains a great amount of cash. This new opportunity can be seen as a blows sing but better as a double edge sword. As he gets the money people begin to expect for him to change his manners, change personality, adapt to the upperclass society where as he was used to being the scum of the earth. So in short, everybody developed great expectations for him.
Literature Analysis IV
Catcher In the Rye Literature Analysis
1. Briefly summarize the plot of the novel you read.
Catcher In the Rye is a tale about coming of age if you may. It is narrated by the main character, which is Holden Caulfield. He depicts his story while he is being interviewed in a way at a mental clinic. His talks about the tragic death of his brother which causes him some pain and causes him to anguish. After moving to New York he begins to go into a downward spiral. He has a thing for despising people he calls "phonies". Once he moves into the city he meets a prostitute which he falls for. In the end he ends up in a mental clinic.
2. Succinctly describe the theme of the novel. Avoid cliches.
The theme of the novel can be seen the evolution of character. For example we are introduce to Holden as a rude arrogant kid but he later reveals to be a multi- sided character. He shows compassion, sympathy, and also despair when he enters into a downward spiral he seems to come out at the end as a relatable character.
3. Describe the author's tone. Include three excerpts that illustrate your point(s).
The author's tone seems to be sarcastic, sort of mocking, but also empathetic at the same time. He does make Holden seem like someone who has struggled. For example, "Goddamn money. It always ends up making you blue as hell." This demonstrated his observation on money's effect on people according to Holden. Another example is, "If a girl looks swell when she meets you, who gives a damn if she's late? Nobody." This is a humorous tone used to enlighten the somber tone of the novel. Another example is one that also creates a depressing tone, "People never believe you." it sort of makes it feel like a endless struggle.
4. Describe five literary elements/techniques you observed that strengthened your understanding of the theme and/or your sense of the tone. Include three excerpts that will help your reader understand each one.
Five literary elements that helped me understand the theme was the diction that Salinger used. When Salinger used swear words or vulgarity it created a sense of who Holden's character was, which later attributed to what he develops into. Another technique is the sense of empathy that he uses in order to help us relate to the troubles that Holden has. The third technique used is the repetition of references to Holden's hate towards the adults. It creates a sense of loss of innocence. Another technique is the mood created. Salinger executes the way mood was used nicely by perfectly illustrating a mournful scene, for example the memory of Holden's dead brother, to actually affect the way we feel towards the scene. A final technique used is his point of view. Written in first person point of view this allows the narrator, Holden, to describe with more sentiment and with more capacity of being relatable to the audience.
1. Briefly summarize the plot of the novel you read.
Catcher In the Rye is a tale about coming of age if you may. It is narrated by the main character, which is Holden Caulfield. He depicts his story while he is being interviewed in a way at a mental clinic. His talks about the tragic death of his brother which causes him some pain and causes him to anguish. After moving to New York he begins to go into a downward spiral. He has a thing for despising people he calls "phonies". Once he moves into the city he meets a prostitute which he falls for. In the end he ends up in a mental clinic.
2. Succinctly describe the theme of the novel. Avoid cliches.
The theme of the novel can be seen the evolution of character. For example we are introduce to Holden as a rude arrogant kid but he later reveals to be a multi- sided character. He shows compassion, sympathy, and also despair when he enters into a downward spiral he seems to come out at the end as a relatable character.
3. Describe the author's tone. Include three excerpts that illustrate your point(s).
The author's tone seems to be sarcastic, sort of mocking, but also empathetic at the same time. He does make Holden seem like someone who has struggled. For example, "Goddamn money. It always ends up making you blue as hell." This demonstrated his observation on money's effect on people according to Holden. Another example is, "If a girl looks swell when she meets you, who gives a damn if she's late? Nobody." This is a humorous tone used to enlighten the somber tone of the novel. Another example is one that also creates a depressing tone, "People never believe you." it sort of makes it feel like a endless struggle.
4. Describe five literary elements/techniques you observed that strengthened your understanding of the theme and/or your sense of the tone. Include three excerpts that will help your reader understand each one.
Five literary elements that helped me understand the theme was the diction that Salinger used. When Salinger used swear words or vulgarity it created a sense of who Holden's character was, which later attributed to what he develops into. Another technique is the sense of empathy that he uses in order to help us relate to the troubles that Holden has. The third technique used is the repetition of references to Holden's hate towards the adults. It creates a sense of loss of innocence. Another technique is the mood created. Salinger executes the way mood was used nicely by perfectly illustrating a mournful scene, for example the memory of Holden's dead brother, to actually affect the way we feel towards the scene. A final technique used is his point of view. Written in first person point of view this allows the narrator, Holden, to describe with more sentiment and with more capacity of being relatable to the audience.
Monday, November 28, 2011
Roy Christopher Notes
Some important concepts I grabbed from the lecture was that technology is advancing and instead of ignoring it we should embrace it. Another thing is that technology is not nececeraly to be a great invention but it should be something that should be used wisely. It can help create opportunities in a time were success is rare amongst us.
Literature Analysis III
Frankenstein Literature Analysis
1. Briefly summarize the plot of the novel you read.
The plot to Frankenstein by Mary Shelly is very simple. It basically tells the creation of a man made man. Dr. Frankenstein attempts to create life using the dead and electricity. He does create life but he is terrified by his own creation thus leaving it in isolation. Once the creation, Frankenstein, is isolated it wanders alone suffering rejection from everyone he meets or encounters. At one point we are shown Frankenstein's humane side when he encounters a little girl near a lake tossing flowers in the water. He is shown emotions of affection by the girl as they begin to play, but Frankenstein messes up by the tossing the girl in the lake. He later flees and hides near a house. He spends time near the house and observes the inhabitants talk and spend family time together thus allowing him to learn how to speak. After a while he grows tired of isolation he seeks out Dr. Victor Frankenstein so he can create him a wife. Victor goes with it but backs out halfway thus killing Frankenstein's wife. Out of rage Frankenstein swears revenge on Victor. In the end Frankenstein kills Victor but feels remorse for it thus killing himself.
2. Succinctly describe the theme of the novel. Avoid cliches.
The theme of the novel is isolation. It proves the condition of humanity caused by isolation and how it makes life unbearable. Another theme is the development of human nature, how Frankenstein learns how to speak, feel, hate, and forgive.
3. Describe the author's tone. Include three excerpts that illustrate your point(s).
The author remains a somber tone throughout the whole novel. Some examples include how Frankenstein is shown to be alone without anybody. Another is the tone when Dr. Victor Frankenstein feels remorse for creating another monster then killing it without it gaining life. Lastly when Frankenstein kills the little girl a tone of melancholic emotions is shown.
4. Describe five literary elements/techniques you observed that strengthened your understanding of the theme and/or your sense of the tone. Include three excerpts that will help your reader understand each one.
5 literary techniques used include the tone of isolation. The syntax used to describe the events, the atmosphere created in the novel for example when Frankenstein kills Victor there is an atmosphere of depression and regret created. A sense of confusion when Frankenstein can't comprehend why the girl died instead of floating.
1. Briefly summarize the plot of the novel you read.
The plot to Frankenstein by Mary Shelly is very simple. It basically tells the creation of a man made man. Dr. Frankenstein attempts to create life using the dead and electricity. He does create life but he is terrified by his own creation thus leaving it in isolation. Once the creation, Frankenstein, is isolated it wanders alone suffering rejection from everyone he meets or encounters. At one point we are shown Frankenstein's humane side when he encounters a little girl near a lake tossing flowers in the water. He is shown emotions of affection by the girl as they begin to play, but Frankenstein messes up by the tossing the girl in the lake. He later flees and hides near a house. He spends time near the house and observes the inhabitants talk and spend family time together thus allowing him to learn how to speak. After a while he grows tired of isolation he seeks out Dr. Victor Frankenstein so he can create him a wife. Victor goes with it but backs out halfway thus killing Frankenstein's wife. Out of rage Frankenstein swears revenge on Victor. In the end Frankenstein kills Victor but feels remorse for it thus killing himself.
2. Succinctly describe the theme of the novel. Avoid cliches.
The theme of the novel is isolation. It proves the condition of humanity caused by isolation and how it makes life unbearable. Another theme is the development of human nature, how Frankenstein learns how to speak, feel, hate, and forgive.
3. Describe the author's tone. Include three excerpts that illustrate your point(s).
The author remains a somber tone throughout the whole novel. Some examples include how Frankenstein is shown to be alone without anybody. Another is the tone when Dr. Victor Frankenstein feels remorse for creating another monster then killing it without it gaining life. Lastly when Frankenstein kills the little girl a tone of melancholic emotions is shown.
4. Describe five literary elements/techniques you observed that strengthened your understanding of the theme and/or your sense of the tone. Include three excerpts that will help your reader understand each one.
5 literary techniques used include the tone of isolation. The syntax used to describe the events, the atmosphere created in the novel for example when Frankenstein kills Victor there is an atmosphere of depression and regret created. A sense of confusion when Frankenstein can't comprehend why the girl died instead of floating.
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Big Question
What can cause a genius to avid the social norm or to not conform to society thus causing them to become a sociopath?
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Hamlet Essay
Hamlet since the beginning demonstrates that he is a unique hero that can differentiate him from another hero. This is due to the fact that he is maybe one of the only heroes that communicate with the audience. Hamlet's strong use of his language and communication truly differentiate him from any other hero, for example Beowulf. Not only that but Hamlet's strong reflection on his emotions also compell us to see him as unique.
Since the beginning of the play we are introduced to Hamlet's constant reflections of life and choices he makes. For example, "To be or not to be, That is the question whether 'tis nobler in the mind to suffer..." this goes on for a while but it demonstrates something that is key to the character development of Hamlet. Beowulf would have never reflected on his life or at least not continuously because that's not the type of hero Beowulf was.
Another thing that Hamlet does is his constant use of his communication with the audience. Hamlet truly takes the time to inform us of what's going on. Hamlet's soliloquies are a perfect example of his communication with the audience. Not much heroes take the time to tell one their thoughts and intentions, they leave their thoughts to be overshadowed by their strength but not intelligence. Hamlet actually takes time to simplify the play.
One other thing tells Hamlet apart from any other hero, his constant display of emotions. Hamlet is always overpowered by his grief, depression, and his anger. He always reflects his actions off his emotions. When Hamlet goes on to display his love for Ophelia he is vulnerable, but as soon as he discovers Ophelia betraying him, he quickly changes his love to disrespect. This shows that he is a hero that is not far from human. He displays his actions in a human way, Beowulf never diopside his emotions, well maybe at the end but it wasn't constant as Hamlet did.
Hamlet has truly displayed his position as a unique hero. His constant use of language, emotions, and thoughts differentiate him from heroes like Beowulf. Hamlet is never outshined by his dilemma but rather embraces it to make decisions.
Since the beginning of the play we are introduced to Hamlet's constant reflections of life and choices he makes. For example, "To be or not to be, That is the question whether 'tis nobler in the mind to suffer..." this goes on for a while but it demonstrates something that is key to the character development of Hamlet. Beowulf would have never reflected on his life or at least not continuously because that's not the type of hero Beowulf was.
Another thing that Hamlet does is his constant use of his communication with the audience. Hamlet truly takes the time to inform us of what's going on. Hamlet's soliloquies are a perfect example of his communication with the audience. Not much heroes take the time to tell one their thoughts and intentions, they leave their thoughts to be overshadowed by their strength but not intelligence. Hamlet actually takes time to simplify the play.
One other thing tells Hamlet apart from any other hero, his constant display of emotions. Hamlet is always overpowered by his grief, depression, and his anger. He always reflects his actions off his emotions. When Hamlet goes on to display his love for Ophelia he is vulnerable, but as soon as he discovers Ophelia betraying him, he quickly changes his love to disrespect. This shows that he is a hero that is not far from human. He displays his actions in a human way, Beowulf never diopside his emotions, well maybe at the end but it wasn't constant as Hamlet did.
Hamlet has truly displayed his position as a unique hero. His constant use of language, emotions, and thoughts differentiate him from heroes like Beowulf. Hamlet is never outshined by his dilemma but rather embraces it to make decisions.
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Video
One of the most important lessons that I have learned from the class is that there is glory in the attempt. For example if something is done and is not high quality then it will be better than if the assignment was ignored. It is as Dr. Preston has stated,"There is glory in the attempt". That is something not only applicable to school but also for life. That's why the video I chose is a song that talks about attempting life and trying to make it day after day.
<iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/5Rkf5H7J-S0?rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)