Discipline: Literature

“Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz: A Literary Icon of the Spanish Colonial Period in Mexico”“Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz: A Literary Icon of the Spanish Colonial Period in Mexico”

In this paper I aim to explore the life, works, and significance of Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz within the context of the Spanish Colonial Period in Mexico. The paper will examine Sor Juana’s challenges to gender norms, her advocacy for education and intellectualism, her complex relationship with religion, and her lasting impact on […]

Exploring the Role of Female Gender in Leadership Styles: A Case Study of Naomi Anderson’s The PowerExploring the Role of Female Gender in Leadership Styles: A Case Study of Naomi Anderson’s The Power

Excerpt: The study aims to examine the representation of leadership styles of women in Naomi’s Anderson’s The Power, investigating how the sci-fi contradicts conventional expectations of the female gender and its impact on leadership styles. INTRODUCTION Gender plays a vital role in adopted leadership styles and decisions. Female leaders have been found to adopt more […]

Fiction Frankenstein: Critical Analysis Research Essay: A Focus on Theme and LensFiction Frankenstein: Critical Analysis Research Essay: A Focus on Theme and Lens

Choosing a theme and a critical lens through which to examine it, you will write a documented critical analysis essay (“research paper”) on Frankenstein. Your final draft must have a concrete, arguable claim. As you examine your theme, think about how to narrow it.  First contextualize by considering genre and looking through the historical lens. […]

Thesis and Comparison paper on “Goblin Market” by Christina Rossetti and “The Lady of Shallot” by Alfred TennysonThesis and Comparison paper on “Goblin Market” by Christina Rossetti and “The Lady of Shallot” by Alfred Tennyson

Create a thesis statement analyzing and comparing “Goblin Market” by Christina Rossetti and “The Lady of Shallot” by Alfred Tennyson). I want to focus on the theme of the fallen women during the Victorian Era. I anticipate that my paper will have the following sections: female agency and desire, temptation and consequences, isolation and imprisonment. […]

Write about one of the following topics in relation to at least 2 of the texts we have read and discussed:Write about one of the following topics in relation to at least 2 of the texts we have read and discussed:

Write about one of the following topics in relation to at least 2 of the texts we have read and discussed: ( the two texts to use are William Shakespeare’s The tempest and black skin white mask by Franz Fanon) Models of recognition of, and fantasies about, the Other (in diaspora literature/film) The monstrous, mongrelization/hybridity […]

Chrles dicken’s short story titled “the chimes ” , in an essay of 2 pages , discuss hwo dickena criticized poverty and the dehumanization of the poor working class in his workChrles dicken’s short story titled “the chimes ” , in an essay of 2 pages , discuss hwo dickena criticized poverty and the dehumanization of the poor working class in his work

Charles Dickens’ short story “The Chimes” is a poignant critique of poverty and the working class. Throughout the narrative, Dickens sheds light on the harsh realities faced by the impoverished and the injustices inherent in societal structures. One way Dickens criticizes poverty is through vivid descriptions of the living conditions of the protagonist, Trotty Veck, […]

The Future Now: An Examination of Young Adult Science Fiction as a Catalyst for Social ChangeThe Future Now: An Examination of Young Adult Science Fiction as a Catalyst for Social Change

This is an ELA Capstone project. Throughout the course, most of my work has been conducted through a postcolonial lens so the incorporation of that would be fitting. The works examined should be “The Giver” by Lois Lowry, “Binti” by Nnedi Okorafor, “The Marrow Thieves” by Cherie Dimaline, “The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins, or […]

The book “I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter” Settings & Chapter Titles Chapters 10-18.The book “I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter” Settings & Chapter Titles Chapters 10-18.

Chapter Titles & Explanation (Chapters 10-18 ) Create a title (this activity also helps you practice with the idea of creating spicy titles for your own work! Check out how to create effective titles (Links to an external site.) 😉).   Ultimately, your journal must include the following:  chapter # spicy title 1-2 sentence explanation of the title Identify […]

A Comparative Analysis of Romantic and Victorian Perspectives Through Literary Texts”A Comparative Analysis of Romantic and Victorian Perspectives Through Literary Texts”

Directions  you have been provided two reading to write mini-essays on. This means that you will have multiple paragraphs (2-3), but you do not need a formal introduction or conclusion. Your first topic sentence should be your thesis, and then you will go on to elaborate and support your argument. If you submit writings for […]

Antiquity to Modernity: A Cross-Generational Examination of Retribution in The Odyssey and Contemporary SocietyAntiquity to Modernity: A Cross-Generational Examination of Retribution in The Odyssey and Contemporary Society

Justice and Retribution in The Odyssey: Comparing Ancient Greek Concepts with Modern Views. Explore the theme of justice and retribution in The Odyssey and compare it to modern perspectives on crime and punishment. Analyze how characters like Odysseus, Penelope, and the suitors are dealt with by the gods and society. Consider how concepts of divine intervention, honor, and revenge […]