Papers On British Literature
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The Renaissance And Ghosts
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An 8 page paper. There was a great deal of superstition during the Renaissance, much of which had carried over from the Middle Ages. Part of their belief system was the ability of the deceased to reappear and the ability of some to communicate with these spirits. This paper discusses these beliefs and provides examples of some of the appearances that were eventually recorded in literature. Shakespeare is used as one of the examples. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PGrnsgh.rtf
The Revenger's Tragedy / Analytical Review
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A 4 page discussion of thematic qualities in "The Revenger's Tragedy." The writer argues that today's audiences are not likely to be as shocked by some of the graphic images depicted and therefore, the work loses some of its original value. Other elements -- such as the author's use of language, comic relief, etc;-- are discussed as well. No Bibliography.
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The Role of Expectations in Great Expectations
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This 5 page paper looks a this well known Charles Dickens novel, examining the role of expectations in Pip's life. Pip comes from a poor background and appears to have some very unrealistic expectations, it is that set the tone for the entire novel, with Pip expecting too much form the wrong places. The bibliography cites 9 sources.
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The Role of Ghosts and the Supernatural in Dickens Bleak House
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This 5 page paper consider the way that ghosts are seen in this well known book, what they mean and the role they play. The writer also seeks to place this in the wider context of nineteenth century literature. The bibliography cites 2 sources.
Filename: TEbleakh.wps
The Role of Guinevere in the Arthurian Legend
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A ten page paper which looks at the way in which the character of Guinevere has altered over the centuries, from her beginnings as a minor character in pre-medieval times, to her central role in medieval romance and the different interpretations of the character in modern works.
Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: JLguin.wps
The Role of Money in Jane Austin's "Pride and Prejudice
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A 3 page discussion of the importance and role of money in this classic novel. Contrasts wealth associated with land ownership and that obtained from an occupational pursuit pointing out that the latter was viewed with a degree of contempt in this time period. Contends that money was a significant factor in several aspects of the plot of this book. It shaped relationships between people, influenced their decisions, and even determined their hope for the future. No additional sources are listed.
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The Role of Women and the Contextualization of Gender
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This 5 page paper considers the issue of gender roles presented in Milton's Paradise Lost. This paper outlines some of the central views of Milton regarding the role of women in society and their subjugation through societal perspectives.
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The Saintly Protagonist in 'Oliver Twist' and 'Pilgrim's Progress'
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A five page paper comparing the characters of Christian in John Bunyan's 'Pilgrim’s Progress' with Oliver in Dickens' 'Oliver Twist.' The paper concludes that the purpose of both stories is not for the protagonists to reform, but for the stories to reform the reader. Bibliography lists three sources.
Filename: KBoliver.wps
The Satire of Jonathan Swift: Notes on “Gulliver's Travel's”, “A Modest Proposal”, “The Battle of the Books”, and “A Tale of a Tub”
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An 8 page discussion of the satire of Jonathan Swift, the English writer of the eighteenth century. Illustrates how Swift’s satire was intended to be a vehicle for social change. Outlines the underlying themes of several of his works and provides quotes illustrating the sometimes shocking absurdity of much of Swift’s literary approach to his genre. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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The Scarlet Letter: Differences Between the Movie and the Book
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5 pages. Normally when a book is made into a screenplay there are some liberties taken with the original story. This can be for any of a variety of reasons, and can only be done with the original author's permission of course. This paper compares the 1995 movie The Scarlet Letter, starring Demi Moore as Hester Prynne, to the book by Nathaniel Hawthorne.
Filename: JGAscarl.rtf
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