This article takes a look at free will within the context of J.R.R. Tolkien´s epic fantasy, "The Lord of the Rings". It also explores the consequences of failing to respect the free will of others. Sources for quotations are included.
Words: 890 Downloads: 1 Category: Literature By: WordCraftRobert W. Chambers was a successful historical novelist in his time, but today he is best known for his early works of fantasy and horror. His stories surrounding a mythical, sinister play, "The King in Yellow", were an inspiration for H.P. Lovecraft and many other authors of fantastic fiction. The article is a profile of Chambers, his weird tales, and their influence on other writers.
Words: 1426 Downloads: 0 Category: Literature By: Boris NagodaAn exploration of imagery and symbolism used by author Kate Chopin in her seminal work "The Story of an Hour." Explores the themes of feminism and rebellion related to Victorian era mores. Written in a scholarly, literary essay format, with complete MLA citation and works cited.
Words: 1012 Downloads: 0 Category: Literature By: Willie PenaThis article examines the Harry Potter series from an academic viewpoint. Using excerpts from the Sermon on the Mount, the author argues that J.K. Rowling advocates a Christian lifestyle through her characters. Using the villainous Peter Pettigrew as a foil to the noble Neville Longbottom, the article intelligently ponders the religious implications of this now-classic children´s series.
Words: 2382 Downloads: 0 Category: Literature By: Carissa LeeThe Marquis De Sade was one of the most controversial writers of all times. In this interesting biography the reader discovers the man behind the plays and the deeds. In her book "At Home with the Marquis De Sade" Francine Du Plessis Gray describes, amongst others, the day that marked the beginning of De Sade´s career of obscenities and perversions.
Words: 350 Downloads: 0 Category: Literature By: Fransi PhillipsA Nation Divided is the review of the book Rise to Rebellion, by Jeff Shaara. This book is a well written and researched historical novel that takes us into the minds of the founding fathers and crown loyalists. Divided by loyalties, and differences of ideals, the colonists, and those loyal King George and the empire, struggle to determine the destiny of their lives and of America. History has the ability to repeat itself and the parallels to the struggles we are faced with today, to those faced prior to the American Revolution, are uncanny. No matter what your political affiliation is this book is highly recommended reading.
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