The Romantic period in American literature showed a lot of themes about deep appreciation for nature, individualism, and the supernatural. Authors of this period, such as William Cullen Bryant, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, captured these themes in their works and each has their own style that makes their work unique and intriguing to any reader. William Cullen Bryant's poem "Thanatopsis” has an important emphasis on themes of nature and its role in human life and death. In this poem, Bryant contemplates the idea of death as a natural part of life, “The golden sun, the planets, all the infinite host of heaven, are shining on the sad abodes of death” (Bryant, W). Nature can provide solace and a sense …show more content…
Especially in his essay "Nature" which has a huge emphasis on themes of spiritual connection with the natural world. “The sun illuminates only the eye of the man, but shines into the eye and the heart of the child.” (Emerson, R.W) This quote emphasizes children may have a deeper and more profound connection to nature than adults as adults have a lot more going on compared to children. This is just one sentence from the essay as the majority of the sentences in Emerson's essay have a lot of metaphors, imagery and meaning all relating to themes that nature is a source of inspiration and renewal for the individual, and it encourages readers to seek a deeper understanding of themselves and the universe through direct experience with …show more content…
His poem “Pauls Revere’s Ride” uses narrative poetry that immerses the reader in the dramatic events of Paul Revere's historic ride, “So through the night rode Paul Revere; And so through the night went his cry of alarm To every Middlesex village and farm,—A cry of defiance, and not of fear, A voice in the darkness, a knock at the door, And a word that shall echo forevermore!” (Longfellow, H.W) This quote captures the urgency and tension of the moment. Longfellow's skillful use of descriptive language and vivid imagery brings the story to life, making the reader feel as though they are riding alongside Revere, experiencing the excitement and danger of his mission. Through his narrative style, Longfellow not only recounts a significant moment in American history but also creates a compelling and memorable piece of literature that resonates with
be submissive. Another author who composed literature opposing gender inequality was Kate Chopin. Chopin's The Story of An Hour is a short story that offers insight into the way women were treated in marriage in the late nineteenth century. These literary works and others that are similar have affected the way that women are treated in society today. Jane Eyre
to express oneself. Throughout many centuries, ideas have been absorbed from the Enlightenment, the Realistic, Romantic, Modern, and Postmodern movements, along with others, to finally transform into today’s contemporary literature. The course of literary advances ands changes to make literature more insightful are shown by Realists, Mark Twain and Henry James; Modernists, Susan Glaspell and Eugene O’Neill; and Postmodernists, Edward Abbey and Junot Díaz. Realism:
They say literature represents the people. It is through literature that we are able to understand and connect with other people because it creates similarities out of the differences that we all possess. There are similarities to be found in different works of literature from many different times as well as different cultures from all over the world. The classical indian literature, to name one, is one of the things I find influential because of the myriad of values and principles it teaches that
Anthologies are widely used throughout the study of literature. They hold a prominent place in the literary community as it provides an organized, compiled collection of literary works. Anthologies are important because they provide a published collection of works of a specific genre, which allows the preservation of these works. There seems to be a lack of anthologies regarding the voices of women writers during the Ancient, Pre-Medieval World, and Medieval World. Without Anthologies that showcases
analysis, argumentative, and synthesis essays are mysterious, helpful, and complex. However, before you start writing one, you should know what each one is about. Rhetorical analysis essays asks you to analyze a literary piece of writing where you are expected to identify the particular methods the author uses to persuade his/her audience. You are also expected to explain how those particular methods affect the author’s claim and appeal to the audience. Argumentative essays asks you to make a claim
Transitioning from Honors English II to AP Language and Composition has pushed me to become not only a better writer but a better English student. The advanced course entailed developing a mastery of grammar and analytical skills. In class essays: synthesis, argumentation, rhetorical analysis, and multiple choice prepared us for the AP exam. Over the course of this year, the shifting of focus from reading longer texts, specifically novels, to shorter texts, speeches, ads, and articles, urged me to
understand Arnold’s essay we should first understand the title of the essay. As we notice that Matthew Arnold associates criticism with one function not many functions, but which function? He also mentions that this function of criticism is limited within a specific and particular time which is the present time and the past or the future time. Therefore, answering the questions of function and time of criticism goes with analyzing Matthew Arnold‘s essay through my reading of his essay. It becomes clear
his background and how writing has always brought a great pleasure to him. The author’s essay is intended for everyone and anyone who desires to know how the great writer came to be in his era. Orwell’s main purpose and reason of writing “Why I Write” was to inform his audience on his route of writing and how he wanted to pursue what he believed to all intent. The author uses first person throughout the whole essay describing his experiences and thoughts on various subjects. Although, Orwell uses many
Bob Dylan Synthesis Essay The Nobel Prize in literature is a well sought after reward that fulfills the dreams of both aspiring and well known authors. Gordon Ball’s nomination of Bob Dylan for the prize in 1996 was a controversial decision that has yet to see any results, and it was this nomination that placed into question whether or not a singer-songwriter is eligible to receive the Nobel Prize. While Bob Dylan’s works have been to be found moving to many and arguably profound lyrical masterpieces
odds with the status-quo; mainly his separation from Christian values and his promotion of transcendental philosophy. For a more in-depth explanation of his philosophies and politics, one would need to look into his essays and letters. However, that would be beyond the scope of this essay. Through a single poem, “The Apology,” this text will attempt to demonstrate the layers of context that Emerson would often hide in his lines. Though they are
Discuss the significance of a biblical text or theme in Robert Louis Stevenson, The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde. In this essay, I will explore the ways in which The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde is a presentation of the drama of sin on the human condition. This inter-textual relationship has long been acknowledged by scholars including McAfee in his study bible, who wrote that 'Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde is only [Stevenson 's] way of putting into modern speech Paul 's old distinction
them to fit each type of writing. It has also taught me how to take my personal situations and form them into different styles of writing. For example, when we worked on our rhetorical analysis essays in class it was easier to learn the lesson simply because of how I was able to implement my ideas into the essay itself. I believe that working this way has it perks. One of those perks I obtained was Courage; I acquired this without it even being mentioned once in class. Some people may disagree but, I
Nietzsche’s early work On the Birth of Tragedy put forth the Apollonian and Dionysian concepts. Within the work, the German philologist and philosopher states “The effect aroused by the Dionysian also seemed ‘Titanic’ and ‘barbaric’ to the Apollonian Greek: while he was at the same time unable to conceal from himself the fact that he was inwardly related to those fallen Titans and heroes.” Nietzsche goes on further “Indeed, he was obliged to sense something even greater than this: his whole existence
While most would find it difficult to describe what they want for lunch in ten words, it seems to be enough for renowned author Yu Hua to describe a nation. As one of China’s most eminent authors, “China in Ten Words” serves as Yu Hua’s first work of nonfiction to be published in English. Through this work, Hua has forged a dynamic narrative that provides an insight into modern China through the breakdown of ten words: people, leader, reading, writing, Lu Xun, disparity, revolution, grassroots
has matured, along with my organizational adeptness. My assessment of my development in writing is based on comparison of essays I have written this semester and my reading responses from the textbook. One of my first reading and writing assignments was answering the Malcolm X questions. That wri... ... middle of paper ... ...enerate fresh ideas for my future expository essay. From this course I have learned that being a writer is much more than writing grammatically correct. A writer is one