Marriage may generally be defined as a relationship between a man and a woman. This association is also closely related to compassion, empathy, encouragement and harmony. The development of a family often means entering a new stage of social change. Marriages help to create a new relationship between men and women. This is often considered to be both the highest and most important organization in our society. The essay on marriage is a guide to what marriage is in India.
The first thing that comes to mind when we talk of marriage is the long-lasting relationship. Marriage is perhaps one of the most important choices in their lives for everyone. Why you want to stay with that 1 person throughout your life. When people agree to get married, they think of having a lovely family, devoting their lives together and bringing up their children. The human sphere is exactly like that.
Joan Didion’s “Marrying Absurd” is a searing indictment of the institution of marriage. She argues that marriage is an outdated concept that does not reflect the reality of modern relationships. Didion contends that love, not marriage, should be the basis of any relationship. Didion’s essay was published in 1968, at a time when many Americans … Read more
In the Western society I was raised in, a mother is usually understood as one of two ways. A mother is either a selfless and hardworking nurturer, or a protective and “helicoptering” figure that will do anything for her child. While numerous mothers, in actuality, encompass neither or both of these roles along with several … Read more
Mathilde and Loisel had no luxury at all, but Mathilde still wished for the good things in life. Her husband, whom would do anything for his wife, got an invitation for a party where all the “important people” (177) would be. Not everyone was given an invitation to the party, so Loisel thought his wife … Read more
You’re eleven years old. All of the pain, fear, war, and hatred of the world has been eliminated from society. Everyone looks and acts the same, and your profession is chosen for you based on your abilities; at age twelve. The Giver, written by Lois Lowry, is a fascinating story about a different type of … Read more
Within the book domination and marriage are closely linked as well as the interrelated themes of marriage and sexuality. There was a hierarchy, which placed virgins at the top, then widows who did not remarry, and then married people at the bottom. It was felt that God must love virgins most and that married people … Read more
Emily Mary Osborn, who was born in 1828 and lived through 1925, was one of the most well known English painters of the Victorian era. The reason I chose Emily is because, like most the other women who had achieved getting any of their work displayed and known, she did not have a long career. … Read more
“According to the U. S. Department of Health, between the years 2011 and 2012, 38 states and the District of Columbia, child-care costs exceed their recommendation of no more than 10 percent of a family’s income (Blair 4). ” However for many parents child care is a must. Child care expenses are at a premium, … Read more
For many years opinions on full face and body covering veils have been a hot topic of controversy. With the banning of Burqas in full force in countries such as France, Belgium and the Netherlands a focus of discussion in Australia has been front and centre: to ban or not to ban the Burqa? (Shorten, … Read more
Dying is not the conclusion to anyone’s story. We will never be done exploring the wonder of who we are. While following along on Alice’s journey in the movie “Still Alice,” we become a part of an experience through a unique style the movie is made in, the emergence of all forms of love within … Read more
Based on the situations that the three female characters of Othello endure it is clear that Shakespearean society viewed women as lesser beings who existed only to serve the men in their lives, and who were supposed to subservient, submissive, pure and above all else obedient. Obedient to their husbands, father, brothers and all men. … Read more
Life has many obstacles and divorce has become one of those unfortunate trials, which I have been forced to overcome. Marriage is supposed to be sacred and last an eternity; however, circumstances occur and divorce triumphs. After fourteen years of marriage, it has come to an end for Jason and I. Marriage has its ups … Read more
To be or not to be. That is the questions that plagues Nora’s whole existence. On the one hand should she be who she feels she is, despite her being wrong in the world’s eyes, or should she just give into society’s expectations of her and be a naive mother and wife who doesn’t have … Read more
Beauty is a very indefinite concept, every person has a different idea of what they view as attractive. So when an entire civilization of people collectively define such a word; an automatic categorization of the physical appearances, personality traits, fashion sense, social class, and attitude of the people separates and divides them into what is … Read more
I’ll be looking at the physiological approach and mainly focusing on the emotional problems. In the book, Disclaimer, Catherine Ravenscroft hides her secret for 20 years, after which a self-published book The Perfect Stranger appears on her nightstand and it is about her and her long kept secret. The secret itself is an emotional problem … Read more
The last studio album Nemesister was released on May 9, 1995. In consideration of their past albums, this one was quite different. There are other songs before this album; that was more of head banging, deep, dark sound that you could not really understand. The album Nemesister was different, it was more understanding, slower and … Read more
Roland’s glass door swing open, the man walks through is the very epitome of authority with his gun hanging idly at his hip, the party guest reflected in his over-large sunglasses. Everyone seems not to notice, they are not scared. What can he do? Arrest them all for underage drinking. Maybe if a soldier walked … Read more
“How could divorce affect my kids? ” “How can I minimize the emotional distress that my child is experiencing? ” Many parents asked themselves many difficult questions after taking the difficult decision of ending their marriage with divorce. Unfortunately, life is not perfect and sometimes the best option for families is divorce. However, we must … Read more
Countless marriages are destroyed because one partner takes up drinking. This is problematic because excessive alcohol abuse causes the consumer to become violent, which strains the relationship they have with their spouse. Eventually, this relationship begins to deteriorate all together. Almost every marriage in which one person becomes addicted to alcohol becomes unsalvageable, which forces … Read more
With Lelia’s constant companion away at school she appreciated the extra hours at work. Not only for the money, but it kept her busy, filling the void of vulnerability and loneliness she suffered without Samuel by her side. Writing the letters to Sam helped, except they didn’t ease the loneliness in Lelia’s heart. To fill … Read more
In every country, city or neighborhood there is a set of invisible rules created with unanimous consent from people. These rules are the norms in which an individual should act, its states who the individual should marry and even states what clothes are appropriate to wear. These invisible rules are always attack by lone individuals … Read more
Within the novel King Lear by William Shakespeare the theme of loyalty is present though out the entire play. This is shown thoroughly through Kent, with his loyalty towards King Lear. It is also shown by Cordelia with the true love of her father, King Lear. Lastly it is shown through Gloucester with his constant … Read more
During the American revolution, Patrick Henry’s cry, “Give me liberty or give me death,” was a philosophy adopted by many as they aimed to separate themselves from the British, but this statement is problematic due to the fact that it suggests liberty is something opposing, or simply different, from death. As a country we continue … Read more
Escaping society and all its rigmarole was a difficult task, especially once you’d accepted an invitation. ‘’ London hasn’t changed. ’’ James muttered under his breath while standing in the shadows getting some much needed fresh air on the balcony. Open double doors allowed him to keenly observe guests attending the Hargrave ball. A ball … Read more
In The Scarlet Letter, there are many scenes that are important to the plot and help reveal the story’s theme of sin and its consequences. The story is presented differently than most novels, however, Hawthorne presents the story as an omniscient feeling towards all characters, rather than a chronological explanation in order to show a … Read more
People are often unfulfilled by the choices they make in their lives. The reason for this is that everyone has insecurities, no one will ever feel satisfied with their work, what they create. They fear the judgement of those who are close to them and those who are strangers. The reason this fear is created … Read more
Brian remained surprisingly calm throughout her phone call. “The child is yours,” she said. “I’m sure of it. Which means you’re going to be a dad soon, because I’m having this baby, Brian. ” “I know the child is mine,” he said. “And I intend to take care of it. Any help you need, I’m … Read more
The Lais of Marie de France are a collection of short stories that depict situations where love arises. The author presents love as a complex emotion and demonizes it and praises it in certain instances. She is not always in favor of love as is described by the outcomes by some of the lovers in … Read more
In Salome, Oscar Wilde conveys a hazardous connection concerning view and erotic cravings that cause death. The drama portrays an evening in a noble courtyard which Herod, the Tetrarch of Judea, and his wife, Herodias, have a banquet gathering for a few Jewish officials. Herodias’s daughter Salome goes to the terrace during the party, where … Read more
The Time Travelers Wife is a love story between a man and a woman who encounter many hardships throughout their life. Through this book and the author’s interview a sense of true love is shown. This novel shows the significance of love and how two people are able to have a relationship when one is … Read more
The name of the play I watched was called Metamorphoses. It was located in the University Theatre in California State University, Dominguez Hills in Carson, CA. The writer of this play was Mary Zimmerman and was directed by Mary Herman. The actors who participated in this play were Gerson, Amber, Yesenia, Jonathan, Alex, Marilyn, Nikolai, … Read more
Analyzing family change in three generations of my family, I found glaring distinctions between all three, but there are also some similarities that have seeped through the generations and still remain. Most of my family is still situated in very rural parts of Mexico and all three generations of my family were born and raised … Read more
William Shakespeare’s Taming of the Shrew uses several characters to show the meaning of disguise, and to conceal one’s true self. The production starts off with a drunken fool tricked into believing he is of nobility. Upon his sudden thrust into wealth and power, Christopher Sly also inherits a “wife”. The wife is actually a … Read more
Dear Brandon and Ashely, A big congratulation on the recent engagement. Marriage is a big role and there are a lot of moving pieces. Communication is a very vital role in any relationship Recently I have taken a class on interpersonal communication. It has shown me that with communication it will help fix situations if … Read more
Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been Analysis The story “Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been” written by Joyce Carol Oates has a different, yet catching title. The title plays strongly into the characters. One of the main character Connie really relates to the title. Her mom wants her to be this … Read more
Morals and ethics serve as a guiding compass towards making the right decision in life. People use them to instill respect and improve relationships. Most importantly, moral values reflect an individual’s character. Morals can sometimes, however, guide someone down the wrong path, making his life a living nightmare. One may act morally towards others, but … Read more
The nineteenth century Chinese women’s life. According to (factsanddetails), in the twentieth century, many women from China faced many difficulties, but the main reason was how horribly the women were treated by men. In those times, men were more powerful than women in society. Even today, women in many countries do not have many rights. … Read more
As humans, we tend to suffer from some sort of flaw in our character that cripples us from being able to have a successful life, this flaw could lead people to make disastrous decisions that can lead to unfortunate outcomes. Two examples of such can be found in the characters Laura and Connie from the … Read more
Love comes along with many emotions related to a sense of strong affection and attachment. Love is an emotional need that even Jane, from Charlotte Bronte’s book Jane Eyre, can’t ignore. Throughout the story line, Jane is searching to find love. She was looking, not just for the love of a man, but for the … Read more
Today divorce is very common and it affects many families and children around the world. Many kids are deeply affected by this and their parents need to know how to help them get through this tough time. Over the past year there have been over one million children affected by divorce, and more than about … Read more
Working has become part of the norm in today’s society for both men and women in the American culture. People waste so much of their life and time in their occupation, that it seems that is the only part of their life that is significant. Jobs revolve around the world and people are so caught … Read more
The Tang Dynasty (618-907) was a time of slightly deconstructed misogyny which allowed for the advancement of women. In fact, the Tang Dynasty experienced a small interruption with the second Zhou Dynasty (690-705) established by the only female monarch in Chinese history-Empress Wu. Empress Wu rose to power through ruthless tactics to move her from … Read more
Throughout history, women have long endured centuries and centuries of discrimination and oppression. Male superiority and male dominance have long been in the roots of societies. Even as of today, in many countries, women still struggle with gender inequality. Women, especially in developing countries where democracy has yet to be put into action, are often … Read more
Sit coms shows commonly try to display our core values in overdramatized and comedic fashion. “Two Broke Girls” follows two girls, Caroline and Max who live in Brooklyn and are barely making enough money to live on. In Season 5 Episode 7, Caroline learns that her Grandma Astrid has come out of a coma and … Read more
When I am choosing a mate, I try to be as realistic as possible. I want a mate who is funny, family oriented, good at communicating, has some college education, driven and older than me. I don’t think that my expectations are overly complicated, I believe they are simple. I do meet most of my … Read more
Denise and Jose were a lovely couple that most of their peers admired. Instead of jumping into a relationship, they actually prepared themselves first by implementing social exchange theory to their relationship. The process of balancing the advantages and disadvantages of a relationship (O’Hair et al. , 2015, p. 193). Dating each other for three … Read more
Western cultures are an androcentric based society. It is more beneficial to be males then females in this culture. Both genders are stereotype which can lead to misrepresentation of genders, this can affect many aspects of people lives. For example, if a couple is fighting each other for custody of their children, one gender may … Read more
Identity Crises in The Catcher in The Rye and The Awakening Many of the world’s literary characters face struggles or crises of identity, either due to societal pressures or because of their personal lives. Holden Caulfield and Edna Pontellier, from the Catcher in the Rye and The Awakening, respectively, are not exceptions to this common … Read more
According to the Lutheran Family Services website (2017) there are eleven steps to the adoption process, each which are part of the planned change process. The eleven things are: meet with an LFS counselor, fill out an application, set up interviews, conduct and complete the home study, participate in adoption classes, work with LFS staff … Read more
A look at the Phenomenon of Online Dating I am a young professional who married young. I never got the chance to try online dating. I have always been interested in it. My husband and I are very happy but I alway wonder would we have been matched together if we were dating profiles on … Read more
The United States’ government has not followed the constitutional bill of rights and has failed to separate religious views with the law’s implemented over one hundred years ago that are still being practiced. The specific injustice referred to is the criminalization of polygamous marriage in all 50 states to this day, even after proclaiming “equal … Read more
History has shown that the quest for success and wealth tends to take prominence over morality. Seeking prosperity, however, does not guarantee a happy or fulfilling life. Oftentimes, the search for profit leads to corruption and eventual failure. When Irving wrote “The Devil and Tom Walker,” the United States was going through a period of … Read more
Have you ever had a nightmare that is so realistic it speeds up your heart rate and takes your very breath away? In Joyce Carol Oates’s 1966 “Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been? “, she tells a story of a teenager by the name of Connie. Connie has a fate of being kidnapped … Read more
“For I born to tame you, Kate, and bring you from a wild Kate to Kate comfortable as household Kates. ” -Petruchio All that Taming Of The Shrew screams to its viewers, is the misogyny of Elizabethan times and the bitter resentment the church had for women. “It’s the story of a ‘shrewish’ woman who … Read more
“On the Murder of Eratosthenes”, written by Lysias, was the defense argument used by Euphiletos during his murder trial. Euphiletos killed fellow Athenian Eratosthenes for committing adultery with his wife. He was on trial to determine if the killing was premeditated murder or justice. While the verdict of the trial is not known, the trial … Read more
Belle Sorenson Gunness Case Analysis Early life Belle Sorenson Gunness was the daughter of Paul Pedersen Storset, who was a stonemason, and Berit Olsdatter. She was born on November 22, 1859 in Selbu, Norway, originally named Brynhild Paulsdatter Storseth, and was the youngest of 8 siblings and lived on a very small cotter’s farm. Belle … Read more
Introduction Bread Givers is a novel written by a Jewish lady Yezierska Anzia in 1925, the novel covers a number of aspects. The set up is in the old Manhattan in the United States of America, in the 1920s. The author is believed to have migrated from Poland to United States of America in the … Read more
Baldwin’s book “If Beale Street Can Talk” is about a couple named Fonny and Tish who are said to have a kid together. Fonny is in jail and Tish is trying her all to get him out with a lawyer. Tish’s parents and Fonny’s dad are consistently trying find ways to get him out of … Read more
A day in the life of a teenager, what a waste. Alternatively, from another perspective, the life of the mother of a teenage delinquent. Tyler creates a rounded character within the writings of “Teenage Wasteland” in Daisy, the mother of the delinquent, and mostly disrespectful, teenager, Donny. From the beginning of the short story to … Read more
Like Water for Chocolate is Laura Esquivel’s original romantic love story and is often dubbed as the “Mexican Romeo and Juliet. ” In just 246 pages, Esquivel created a breathtaking work of art, strategically incorporating love, desire, nurture, and feminism. Like Water for Chocolate is famously known for its magical realism. Esquivel uses magical realism … Read more
The Japanese Edo period is the time between 1603 and 1868 when ancient Japan was under the leadership of Tokugawa Shogunate. The period was marked with strict social order. One of the notable strict orders during this period was the rules that guided the marriage of women. There was a marriage between the higher authorities … Read more
In Osip Mandelstam’s poem numbered “300”, and in Marina Tsvetaeva’s poem “you loved me” both speakers are struggling with a loss of love. For Tsvetaeva’s speaker, the loss stems directly from a love built in a relationship and partner and the sudden feeling of betrayal and loss. For Mandelstam’s speaker however, the loss of love … Read more
“Why do you like Broad City so much? ” I ask my friend, as I’m getting ready to write this piece. She immediately replies ,”It shows us a picture of what female friendship can look like stripped of pretension. Two normal girls rollerblading through life holding hands and smoking weed. ” Forget about Gossip girl … Read more
“Thou hast escaped me! ”-Chillingworth says. Throughout the course of the Scarlet Letter many of the characters suffer personal struggle and make choices that affect the lives of others. All characters experience this but one such character is Roger Chillingworth or Mr. Prynne, as he is also known. The choices and character changes of Roger … Read more
Technology and its Effect on Modern Relationships “Monogamy isn’t realistic” (Trainwreck) is a recurring theme in Aziz Ansari’s Modern Romance. Ansari’s argument is that with the ever growing influence of technology in modern relationships/dating it is ridiculous to expect you and/or your partner to remain monogamous. Here enters the idea of monogamish relationships; “the couple … Read more
Have you ever heard of the word Sherpa? It might not be a common name in America, but it sure is in Nepal! A Sherpa is a name for a group of Nepalis that live high in the Himalayas. A lot of them have jobs carrying supplies and equipment up treacherous mountains to climbers. The … Read more
I attended the evening performance of Guys and Dolls on Thursday 17. Directed by Leiz Moore, Guys and Dolls is cast from the Musical Theatre Crew, with appearances from guest performers Jeff Michael and Andrew Hawkey. It was shown at the Playhouse Theatre. Guys and Dolls is a 1950’s Broadway comedy. Nathan Detroit, a gambler, … Read more
Often, movie studios push sequels after the success of their predecessor even when there’s clearly no need for it. Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2 quickly comes to mind as a production that served absolutely no purpose whatsoever – other than to make a sad attempt by a studio to cash in on said past earnings. … Read more
A Streetcar Named Desire and Running were two of the plays attended this semester, saying both plays did a fantastic job is an understatement. Each play had interesting storylines that kept me intrigued throughout the duration of the entire showing. All the characters and respective directors did an awesome job as well. Although I had … Read more
Throughout many decades Zeus has been the ruler of Mt. Olympus, he is now ready to leave the throne. The best candidate for the position to become the next ruler of Mt. Olympus is his wife, Hera is the Greek goddess of marriage and childbirth. Hera is a very compassionate, caring, and smart goddess. Hera … Read more
Jade Taylor lives with her family. She has five sisters (Amelie, Emma, Blythe and Mimi). Her mother is a medium, so she focuses on the spiritual realm. Her father died of smallpox, leaving her mother in grief. This whole book starts off with Maude Taylor connecting with the spirit of Mary Adelaide. Mary Adelaide’s husband … Read more
Birds: Birds are symbolic of the Victorian era women present in the story, just as the cages they are placed in mirror the societal restraints placed upon these women by the creole society. As the birds scream “Go away! Go away! For God’s sake” it is understood that this restriction of sorts is not always … Read more
In study hall, I was reading my Into The Woods script, trying to memorize song lines because the show was coming up. November 19th was weeks away, but it seemed as if it were tomorrow. Practices were full of performing known scenes in the newly constructed choir room and songs were struggled through in the … Read more
Yana Horowitz Professor Daniel Creed ENG 1102 25 March 2016 The Importance of a First Impression In “Sure thing”, a play written by David Ives, the author shows how meeting someone can have different impressions based on conversation. Unfortunately, people usually judge each other based on what they see outside. It’s never good to hide … Read more
In “The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants” by Ann Brashares she develops each character through their tone in their letters and their thoughts. The book is about four different girls who are all best best friends and have to spend the summer apart. As they each write short letters to each other the reader learns … Read more
A fairy tale is a short story that typically includes fantasy characters; known to be one of the most well-read genres, including ‘classic’ tales such as Cinderella, Snow White, Beauty and the Beast and Sleeping Beauty. However, this popular genre has influenced the roles of men and women. In our society men and women are … Read more
As he was traveling, Ransom stumbled upon an old woman’s house. Where she was patiently waiting for her son to return from work. Ransom was travelling to a different city and needed a place to stay. So, Ransom and the old woman make out a deal. If Ransom goes to retrieve her son, she can … Read more
The South in the 1960s was a very difficult time period. It was the Southern Gothic. Flannery called this “the action of grace in the territory held largely by the devil” (357). “A Good Man is Hard to Find” is the perfect example of this hypocritical period. White people saw themselves superior to everyone else, … Read more
Nearly everyone has been hurt by the words or actions of others. These wounds can leave someone with lasting feelings of anger, bitterness, and vengeance. However, if one does not forgive, they can that is hurt the most. In The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon, the main character, Christopher … Read more
In the monolauge of “Twilight Los Angeles, 1992” Anna Deaver Smith, the Author and actor of the play states “It is not an answer. It is not a solution. I am first looking for the humanness inside the problems, or the crises. This spoken word is evidence of humanness. Perhaps the solution comes further down … Read more
Belonging is being a part of something and being happy with it. A true sense of belonging is best found in different places for every one, not one particular place. Rabbit Proof Fence (RPF) by Phillip Noyce and The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas (TBitSP) by John Boyne, demonstrate connections with others and the world … Read more
1. In reference to literary movements, naturalism and realism are quite similar but have clear differences to each other. Realism refers to writings that are based off the “real world” and the way a human in the real world would usually live their life. Naturalism is in a way a branch of realism and the … Read more
French artist Paul Cezanne once said, “If isolation tempers the strong, it is the stumbling-block of the uncertain” (BrainyQuote). The topic of “the other” recurs so often in Three Day Road by Joseph Boyden, that it can be considered a motif. “The other” is a being who is isolated, separated, or segregated from their surroundings. … Read more
I would forget consequences afterlife, but even in life there would be punishment. Conclusions This quote is talking about skipping over time, which means that Macbeth is beginning to lose his ability to reason. He is talking about how he would never face his afterlife, which is irrational because the afterlife is a reward or … Read more
Ed Lin’s Waylaid is narrated by a twelve year old Chinese American boy who is on the brink of adolescence. The protagonist struggles to grow up as he helps his parents run a sleazy motel on the New Jersey Coast while catering to a variety of different men throughout the season such as old men … Read more
Families throughout the country face challenging situations on a daily basis. Even though it can be tough, sticking with one’s family, they can make it through any situation. In The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini and Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi, both authors use family relationships to show that even through difficult situations, they manage to … Read more
Unlike other famed ski resort communities, Whistler is a joy throughout the year. Visitors are served up a plethora of appealing diversions no matter if they are here to take advantage of manicured slopes or warm season offerings. Two million annual visitors cannot be wrong, and countless single male travelers have come to realize there … Read more
During my junior year of high school, I somewhat became aware of Women’s Right Issue. I have made an effort to evaluate majority of the culture standard that I had previously taken in as it just being “the untaught order of items. ” One of the directions that I took to enlarge my knowledge of … Read more
Penelope Unraveling Her Work at Night is a beautiful piece of artwork done by Dora Wheeler, an American artist in 1886. As a Graphic Design major I have chosen to analyze this piece of artwork. Often as a visual person, I can get lost in some of the confusing passages that we read. By adding … Read more
Poor phrasing of proposals is the most common cause for rejected proposals by Bustle. The passages from Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen and In Our Mutual Friend by Charles Dickens had a similar setting. The setting was in England and in England, the Victorian era had many purposes for marriage. But, love was typically … Read more
Hmong culture: Textile art and customs As living in California with cultural diversity, it is important to understand and respect others’ cultural values. There are about 8 to 12 million Hmong people in the world, and many researches have been done to explore Hmong culture and beliefs (Yang, 2012). Briefly to introduce, Hmong is a … Read more
Lope de Vega is a Spanish playwright and was one of the important figures in the Spanish Golden Century of Baroque literature. He wrote a historical play named Fuenteovejuna and it was based on an uprising in the village of Fuenteovejuna in the year 1476; although this play was written in 1612 to 1614. Lope … Read more
Imagine that one day – any random day of the week- everything is fine. You seem to have some difficulty in remembering simple things. Where are the car keys? What were you supposed to do that day? The next day, you and your family receive the terrifying news. You have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Slowly, … Read more
In My Year of Meats, the character progression of Ruth L. Ozeki’s heroine Akiko Ueno becomes increasingly evident. At the start of the novel, Ozeki portrays Akiko as a fragile woman with an abundance of personal issues, including constant abuse from her husband as she struggles with an eating disorder that renders her infertile. By … Read more
Fear has always been a part of Bruce Banner’s life. His earliest memories were of anger, rage and screams. A victim of abuse and tragedy, young Bruce was caught in a war between safety and murder. The arms of his mother the only defense from his father’s wrath. Her battered body only a shell that … Read more
The story “Woman Hollering Creek” is about a woman named Cleofilas, a lover of telenovelas, who married a man named Juan Pedro Martinez Sanchez. At first, Cleofilas thought her life would be perfect and follow the same structure such as the telenovelas she watched once she married a man. However, it was the exact opposite … Read more
The representation the title in Robinsons, “Traplines”, symbolizes the presence and significance of native traditions in the main character’s life. The infrequency of the hunt, however, represents Will’s potential loss of tradition. The title of Birdsell’s “Wednesday Circle”, is also physically represented in the story, as the main character’s support group. However, she remains stuck … Read more
Many years ago, a wife was expected to be submissive to her husband, never to question him and do as he says because he is the one who is in charge of making all of the decisions for the family. The wife’s role is to take care of the home and children. This role is … Read more
The 1930’s was desolate time for the California ranch life and many workers were eager to find comfort in others. In his novel Of Mice and Men, Steinbeck describes a handful of the characters who are reclusive and isolated. Each desires the amenity of a friend, but will be contented with the conscientious ear of … Read more
“Hills Like White Elephants” is a short story that begins with a man and his girlfriend waiting for a train in Spain. They drink alcoholic beverages and speak about an unnamed operation. As one reads further into the story, it becomes evident that the operation being discussed is an abortion. The man is trying his … Read more
“In any case, Niss Moses (once again) raises a ruckus on this score, asking why we don’t have a corresponding word for young whiteys who play blackeys’ games and generally manifest a desire to be blacks. Well, Niss Moses, if this were a common phenomenon, we most assuredly would have such a word, but it … Read more
