Huck Finn and Scout Finch are two of American literatures most memorable and endearing narrators. One of the reasons they offer such fresh perspectives on the world is that theyre still at the age where wiping your hands on the tablecloth is a pardonable offense. In other words, their being only partly sivilized not only gives them an outsiders perspective on the community, adulthood, and social convention, but also allows them to critique their...more
The fact that Emily Dickinson is one of the most gifted, prolific, ahead-of-her-time American poets is sometimes overshadowed by the fact that she was a totally unconventional, unmarried woman who liked to deck herself out in all white. Oh yeah, and for a good chunk of her life there, she never left her house. Although Dickinson is sometimes lumped together with Transcendentalists like Emerson and Thoreau, her style is way too calculated (not to...more
In the competition for Angstiest Dane, Prince Hamlet ranks way up there alongside Kierkegaard in the "off the charts" division, giving "The Tragedy of Hamlet" a reputation for being exhausting and unapproachable. Hamlet spends four of the play's five acts in an ever-deepening existential funk. And rightly so, considering the fact that a) his dad died two months ago, b) his girlfriend won't talk to him, c) his mom has already remarried, d) his new "dad" was once his uncle, meaning mom is bumping uglies with her own brother-in-law, e) stepdad also happens to be the guy who killed dad, and of course, the small matter of f) the court *literally* conspiring against Hamlet.In light of these and other circumstances, the fact that the play still manages to make us laugh out loud is pretty remarkable. That is, when we don't get so caught up in the drama that we overlook the mind games, double/triple entendres, and overall absurdity characteristic of lesser-known Hamlet quotes. Moody though he may be, Hamlet is not without a sense of humor - and Shakespeare even less so. Take, for example, the argument between King Claudius and Hamlet after Hamlet murders Polonius.King: Now, Hamlet, where's...more
Your students have finals coming up soon. They need to be studying non-stop, re-reading and analyzing a semesters worth of information. Instead, they along with millions of others nationwide crashed the New Moon movie opening to the tune of $140 million. Rather than view it as a distraction from assigned reading, try to capitalize on the fact...more
Apples have been long associated with teachers. It was a popular gift of students to their teachers in hope of getting better grades. The origins of this association is not clearly known although there have been a few attempts of explanations of how it all began. No one can really explain the answer to the question why are apples associated with...more
A cigar wrapper plays a key role in the experience of a cigar. Prior to selecting and smoking a cigar, it is helpful to know and understand how different wrappers influence the smoke. There are a number of variations of cigar wrappers and each provides a unique experience. Could you determine what makes a Claro different from a Maduro wrapper or explain the properties of a Colorado wrapper? Here, we break down each wrapper type and explain how it contributes to the experience of the cigar in order to give you a better idea of what to select for yourself.Oscuro: Oscuro wrappers are produced from the tobacco leaves that grow at the top of the plant. You may find that these dark, almost black, wrappers have a stronger taste and may even be somewhat harsh. Genrally, this wrapper type is preferred by more experienced cigar smokers.Double Claro: Making for an enjoyable smoke due to a slightly sweet taste, the Double Claro wrapper is light green in hue but is not widely found due to the decrease in it's use for cigar production.Colorado: Grown in shade to produce a thinner leaf, the Colorado wrapper can be brown, with a bit of red thrown in. Usually, these wrappers are somewhat strong...more
Advertising people handle concepts - In simplistic terms, they create ads, which help sell/market an idea or product. Broadly speaking, an ad agency has two main work streams you can choose and pick from:1. Client Servicing / Media Planning People...more
The education scenario has significantly changed over the last few years. It has become different from what it was 15 to 20 years ago. There has been an increase in the number of educational institutions in the United States. With the lifestyles of...more
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Academic qualification is the pillar of strength in your professional career. Good education is what makes your career soar to sky. An educated person qualifies for a high profile job with a high salary package. Employers always look for persons with...more
Tuition for a United States history course in college will cost hundreds or thousands of dollars, require you to spend three hours each week for a semester attending lectures, and take up time outside the classroom for studying and writing papers....more
Many college students are often bored with tedious general education courses. Some students already possess knowledge of material taught in general education courses; others simply want move on to exciting upper level course work. Either way, these...more