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Biologically based characteristics of behaviour
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Biologically based characteristics of behaviour
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In the short story, “Until Gwen” by Dennis Lehane, it starts off with the main character named Bobby who is getting picked up by his father from prison with a stolen Dodge Neon. His father wasn’t alone, he brought himself a company and it was a hooker named Mandy. We got a sense of who his father was, a “professional thief, a consummate con man” (647). We don’t know why he was in prison until the rest of the story slowly reveals the flashbacks he has with his girlfriend Gwen and the incident prior of going to jail. Bobby has no sense of who he is or where he is from because there no proof of record of him such as a birth certificate. After meeting Gwen, his life has changed and felt the sense of belonging into the world he is living in. Bobby’s …show more content…
Before meeting Gwen, he didn’t have a sense of identity. He has asked his father numerous of times about where he was born but his father kept changing the name of the places. Bobby’s mother died when he was young and he didn’t have her around to ask her these questions. Bobby really didn’t know who he was all his life. Even when he was taking in to prison, “[he’s] been documented, but even they’d had to make it up, take your name as much on faith as you. You have no social security number or birth certificate, no passport. You’ve never held a job” (651). Bobby feels that he doesn’t exist in this world and there’s no track of him on where he was born. How can someone live half of his life not knowing his real name is? His identity was living with his father’s identity by telling Bobby what to do when it comes to committing crimes. He doesn’t know what other things he could have done because this is all he knew. Bobby didn’t choose this life even though he was grown enough to make his own decisions. He felt that this is where he belongs and nowhere …show more content…
Throughout the story, as a reader, the main characters name was not mentioned till the middle of the story when Gwen says, “‘I can’t help it, Bobby. Jesus’” (654). Bobby has heard his name like the very first time and he liked it. Not only because Gwen said it but how “[he] loved hearing her say it” (654). Bobby may not be his real name because it didn’t mention him denying his name. Bobby loves Gwen and how it changed his life meeting her. She has given him a purpose in life and with her, he feels he has an identity. He felt he does belong into this world. Before she has said his name, she says to Bobby, “’you don’t have anyone to tell you who you are, so you don’t need anyone to tell you. You just are who you are. You’re beautiful’” (651). Gwen didn’t need to know where he came from because she loved him for who he is. She didn’t need to define him and having a Social Security number is not defining who you are. She has taught him how to live his life without the pressure of knowing where you came from. While Bobby was in prison, he knew that something will happen with Gwen. He knew his father too well and what he is capable of. All through the story was his memories with her and how much needed her in his life. Without her, he is no one. “Until Gwen, you had no idea who you were. None. During Gwen, you knew. After Gwen, you’re back to wondering” (656). He has lost his full identity and it was all because
A character that was admirable in the novel “we all fall down” is John. John is the father of Will who is the main character, they spend nearly the entire story together looking for a way out of the world trade center during the 9/11 attacks. During the story you learn that John is very smart, brave, and respected. These are all characteristics which play a crucial role in saving lives such as his co-workers and a random lady they find on the way named ting, but mainly in the ending John and Will successfully escape.
The book Blind, written by Rachel DeWoskin, is about a highschool sophomore named Emma, who went blind after being struck in the face with a firework. When she first lost her sight, Emma was placed in a hospital for over 2 months, and once she was released, she could finally go home again. DeWoskin uses the characterization of Emma throughout the beginning of the text to help the reader understand the character’s struggle more. Especially in the first few chapters, it was difficult for Emma to adapt to a world without sight. For instance, DeWoskin writes, “And sat down, numb, on our gold couch. And tried to open my eyes, rocked, counted my legs and arms and fingers. I didn’t cry. Or talk” (DeWoskin 44). As a result of losing a very important scent, she’s started to act differently from a person with sight.
All of the symbols in the book slowly build together and by the end of the book Bobby has given his love and innocence, he experience pain and then has healed from it. Bobby disconnected from his family and then found his way back. Also Bobby grew up and became a man. At the end of the book Bobby may not have everything figured out, "I climb the stairs and think about holding her, or maybe I'm really thinking about just holding on to her." Bobby knows knows he and Feather is be
The Power of an Author Authors have the ability justify the worst actions. Authors have a way of romanticizing certain situations in order to convey a specific message. A good author has power to influence the reader into believing whatever it is the author wants. When it comes to the story of Hannah Dustan, authors such as John Greenleaf Whittier have romanticized her captivity story along with the actions she took throughout her journey. Introducing a character that will be seen in the story is one of the most vital parts when creating a piece of literature.
The novel “A Tree Grows in Brooklyn” by Betty Smith is a both significant and interesting novel for its fascinating story of Francie Nolan’s physical and emotional growth. To begin, young Francie lets the reader understand that even through poverty, it is important to enjoy the little things in life, to value life itself even when it is evidently polluted by greed. Secondly, as Francie grows up, her fall from innocence during her conflicts in life causes her not to be jaded with the world but to become stronger. Growing up is filled with both joy and acrimony, and Francie Nolan’s life is a great example of how a young woman should grow up to be.
First and foremost, the novel Hush by Jacqueline Woodson deals with a lot of issues, but if we really look closely at Toswiah/Evie’s internal journey we really understand that the book revolves around Evie/Toswiah and how she needs to about figure out who she is. Toswiah/Evie asks herself questions within the novel about her identity. So, if I were to judge: I believe the uprising theme of Hush is to never forget who you are. I say this because her character keeps reminiscing about how her life was in Denver how she had what she believes is “the perfect life” she had a roof over her head, food on the table, and a best friend who meant to world to her. In the novel Toswiah/Evie begins to question her external circumstances. For instance, being placed in the Witness Protection Program, and being
Nora is a character from Watchers, a novel by Dean Koontz. She is very shy and skeptical of the world because she grew up with her aunt. While growing up, her aunt would constantly tell her things like “you are not pretty”, “the outside world will only let you down”, “men are dangerous and only want one thing”, “you are a ‘mouse’”, and lots of other things to bring her down. Because of what her aunt told her and how she was raised, Nora never left the house or let anyone in and grew up to be very nervous and shy. But, after her aunt died, Nora began trying to get outside more and met a man named Travis Cornell and his dog Einstein. Throughout their interactions in the book, Travis and Einstein unknowingly help Nora with her problems through many different identifiable methods of therapy.
...by was hesitant because he was worried about being shot himself, he also made no effort to calm Tim down, and Tim suffered because of it. But later on soldiers mentioned that bobby had indeed matured from his once pusillanimous ways. And it is through such experiences like the one that bobby had with Tim, that he learned to become a better medic, a better soldier, and even a better person.
Seventeen-year old Patrick Farquhar in Flight #116 is Down by Caroline B. Cooney takes on a challenge to prove himself in a real emergency. Patrick Farquhar is described as determined, confident, and a hero.
...ath; it is that child’s choice on which road. It is with the forces of family, friends, media, and school that influence a child’s identity. In the words of Amiri Baraka “It is in knowing your history and where you come from, is what determines who you are” meaning your heritage is a reflection of your identity. In Alice Walker’s stories, she illustrates the importance of knowing your heritage through the character of the mother. Kincaid also gave way to the daughter knowing her heritage, by her mother giving her life challenges that she dealt with at her age, thereby guiding her daughter into not making the same mistakes as she had. Both works of literature helps readers understand that a person's state of mind is full of thoughts about who they are and what they want to be. People can try to modify their identity as much as they want, but that can never change.
The writer has made every effort to show that the story is portraying an African American family, by simply choosing the last name ‘Johnson’ to be feature in the story. Walker didn’t choose the last name of Winchester or Cadbury; Walker chose Johnson so it could be link back to family of African-American descent. However, Johnson, although solid and strong, speaks to the heart of black culture. Walker makes the point in the writing by saying, “Who ever knew a Johnson with a quick tongue? Who can even imagine me looking a strange white man in the eye?” (Walker 417) In the time frame of Walker’s writings it was known that black people were to be seen and not heard; to blend with the crowd and not to lead. Education led to Dee to broaden her horizons and gave her strength to create a new path for herself. A major change came with her name. She believes that “Dee” was statement of oppression. A delegation set by the force that held her people down. Walker expresses pride that despite this mentality, her daughter Dee had gone out in the world and made her voice be heard. Dee changes her name to fit her African heritage Wangero Leewanika Kemanjo, which give her a sense of connection with her family’s history. “She is dead, “Wangero said. “ I couldn’t bear it any longer, being named after the people who oppress me.”(Walker 420) This is a pivotal movement that showcase the strength and independence that runs in black
Bobby is just a boy who like most nine year olds looks up to his older brother. The story is set in Cleveland, where Booby introduces his family of four. His father is a high school music teacher, his mother teaches exceptional children, and his brother Carlton
While searching for his true identity, the narrator frequently encounters different people who each see him differently. "Who the hell am I?" is the question that sticks with him as he realizes that nobody, not even he, understands who he really is. At some points in his life, identities are given to him, even as he is still trying to find himself. While in the Brotherhood, he was given a "new identity" which was "written on a slip of paper." (Ellison 309) He was told to "starting thinking of [himself] by that name ... so that eve...
Morrie Schwartz knew he only had a few months to live after getting diagnosed with ALS. But instead of mourning and drowning in his own self pity, he decided to share his knowledge and experiences that he’s gained throughout his life, and inspire others. The novel Tuesdays with Morrie shows that Morrie Schwartz rejects some of the socially acceptable practices of popular culture. Morrie illustrates his nonconformist approach to living and dying by forgiving, accepting, and loving. On the contrary, Morrie says the popular culture is founded on greed, selfishness, and superficiality.
The bildungsroman, Little Women, written by Louisa May Alcott portrays a group of sisters growing up together in Concord, Massachusetts in the mid nineteenth century. Throughout the novel the reader watches as each of the March sisters grow in their own ways. Meg and Amy both transform from people who care so strongly about how others view them into people more concerned with themselves and their personalities, than what others think of them.