Thomas Jefferson The Declaration of Independence The Declaration of Independence, written by Thomas Jefferson, was a document written in symbolism of. ... The original purpose of the Declaration of Independence was to simply announce the decision of the states to separate from England and form their own union. ... It states, "We must, therefore, acquiesce in the necessity, which denounces our Separation, and hold them, as we hold the rest of mankind, Enemies in War, in Peace Friends" (81). ...

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This story is appealing for its symbolism. ... Bartleby embodies many -conflicts- of humanity such as mortality, alienation, and man's desire for peace. ... When Bartleby is sent to prison, even then he separates himself from the rest of the prisoners and workers. ... The last conflict embodied in Bartleby, is the want of peace. ... The narrator described the fact that he wanted to keep the peace between them, and therefor never lashed out. ...

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When he was born on January 19, 1809, he was separated from his parents and siblings at birth. ... Later, he wrote his most popular poem "The Raven" in hopes that the result would be a creepy poem that is very clear of the symbolism he wanted to use. ... This poem represents his sorrow by telling the audience that "the lost Lenore", referring to Virginia, is not at peace in her afterlife and that his sorrowness will never go away. ... Turn to "The Raven" for peace or if you are searching for a piece of literature to catch your attention. ...

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