William Caxton

If an arcadia is defined as a Renaissance-era utopia of nature and harmony, Tom Stoppard has a very peculiar interpretation of paradise. His drama, Arcadia, is increasingly chaotic, depicting three subplots that span distinct characters in two different time periods: an 1809 cast and a present day troupe. He bounces various extramarital affairs and mathematical quandaries between the eras, challenging the past characters to unravel these conflicts and the present-day characters to decipher the…

The 1954 novel Lord of the Flies encompasses the aftermath of World War 2 and draws heavy parallels to a post-World War 2. Written by Robert Golding, the novel is set on a dystopian island and illustrates that with the absence societal responsibilities, civilization degrades into fear and chaos by Jack’s dictatorial reign over the island. His rise to power originates through his evident denial of taking on his societal responsibilities. Naturally, human nature objectifies the strong and turns to…

Having to read about how a young childish boy falls in love with his best friends older sister really makes you think about how you were once this boys age, and once had that young love. Reading about Gabriel and his non returning love from his wife makes you hope that you never have to go through something like that yourself. James Joyce does a phenomenal job at explaining how the realization of both the boy and the older man don’t get the love they feel they deserve/ want. The ages of both…

CHAPTER 1 : INTRODUCTION Samuel Barclay Beckett (1906-1989) was an Irish avantgarde writer, playwright and poet, composition in English and French whose works offer a discouraging attitude toward human society. Beckett is viewed as one of the last pioneers; as incitement to a lot of people later creators, he is now and then considered one of the first postmodernists. He is likewise viewed as one of the key writer in what Martin Esslin called "Theater of the Absurd." As such, he is generally…

During the sixteenth Century, William Shakespeare composed an exceptional play called "Merchant of Venice." The general population were greatly against Semitic. The essayist, William Shakespeare, himself was a Christian as well. The topic of the play alone would have snatched the groups of onlookers' consideration. The Elizabethans were not cheerful or wonderful towards the Jews. The "Merchant of Venice" appeared to be ideal chance to express their detest for the Jewish country. The general…

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…

Abraham Lincoln once said, “I destroy my enemy when I make him my friend” (citation). This quote demonstrates the positivity that is a result of the change from foe to friend, but how impenetrable is this barrier of enmity? Saki’s “The Interlopers,” is based on the ancient family feud between Ulrich Von Gradwitz and his neighbour, Georg Znaeym, over a useless strip of land. Von Gradwitz encounters his enemy hunting on his property, but are both soon crushed by an act of nature. Holding dearly…

The Professional A young Natalie Portman fueled by rage begins to train with the help of Léon played by Jean Reno, to be an assassin in order to avenge the death of her family. The movie is the holy grail for any action and plot loving movie lovers because it incorporates intense thrilling action scenes while also mixing in an intriguing plot line. Directed by Luc Besson, The Professional is nothing short of a work of outstanding artistry, it can be compared to movies like La Femme Nikita.…

In Margaret Cavendish’s play The Convent of Pleasure during act three, another play performs for the Princess and Lady Happy, as well as the rest of the convent. The performance obviously is aware of the spectatorship, since the only people who will watch the play performed, and the only people who will perform in the play, are women. Understandably, this play would be completely different if the performance’s direction were at men, since a considerable amount of the portrayals of men would most…

“By three methods we may learn wisdom: First, by reflection, which is noblest; second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is the bitterest” (Confucius). William Golding, the author of Lord of the Flies, mentions about a group of boy, who try surviving in a deserted island under primitive conditions. Piggy is one of these significant characters in Lord of the Flies and he is the symbol of wisdom in novel by his descriptions, his actions in the island, beside to his…