'Pedro Paramo And Laura Esquivel's Like Water For Chocolate'

There are two papers that convey my ability to analyze works of literature from the canon and literature of diversity for Standard 1. In my first pertinent paper, I apply Paul Santilli’s theory to Hanns Heinz Ewers story The Spider in order to analyze the author’s writing choices. After reading Santilli’s theory I noticed applicable methods that Ewer used throughout his story in order to emphasize his intent. Another paper that covered an author from the canon through literature of diversity is Frank Norris. In this paper I address the issues Norris clearly states through his characters in McTeague. I discuss how greed affects each character differently depending on their economic status.

For Standard 2, I selected one essay that reflects literary traditions, movements and historical contexts. In my paper, I compare the similarities and differences between Juan Rulfo’s Pedro Paramo and Laura Esquivel’s Like Water for Chocolate. In terms of literary traditions, tradition is the vital component of the the protagonists lives, and how their traditions during the time period are impactful on their future. I explain how gender is a key factor as well since the stories are seen through a female perspective and male perspective of different time

The author of The Graveyard Book, Neil Gaiman uses many descriptive sentences that allow the reader to be pulled in. I discuss the theme the book covers because they are common situations young adults will be going through, the coming of age stage. It teaches readers a lesson, but not simply by stating it, but by hiding it within the chronicle of the story. Secondly, I drew upon an analysis of Veronica Roth’s Divergent series in order to show how literature can inspire personal growth and change. Roth uses a enthralling character that the reader journeys with until they find their true identity while learning important life