Many words and objects are images that have much deeper meanings and values than you, as a reader, take at face value. ... This passage gives the reader an unmistakable image of darkness in the lives of even those who are wise. ... In every stanza of this classic poem, Thomas gives his reader some image of death or darkness. And he constantly reminds his readers not to let yourself go away gently into death and darkness, but rather to fight it with everything you have. ...

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Dylan Thomas" "Do not go gentle into that good night" depicts a classic struggle between living life and letting it go. ... Thomas sends the reader a powerful message through his use of repetition and diction. ... This poem as a whole depicts a classic struggle between living life and letting it go. ... The combination of the two bring a sense of strength to the poem; a strength that encourages the father, as well as the reader to live life to the fullest and to fight the good fight up until the very end. ...

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Although the incident is eventually explained later in the book, the reader might consider it quite "supernatural- and unexplainable. ... With the setting of a book such as Thornfield Hall in Jane Eyre being quite out of reach to other characters, it gives the reader an eerie feeling and allows the imagination to travel when an unusual incident takes place. ... With this part of the story taking place at night in this area, the reader is left to imagine the possibilities of what could be in the overgrowth. ... It has the ability to capture and hold the reader's imagination, making...

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America has passed many sexism barriers since 1812 when the Grimm Brother's first published their version of "Cinderella," but the fact that in this classic it is the Prince who always saves the Princess, and that it is worth self-mutilation to capture the heart of a man still does not sit well with many people (O'Neill). ... Ironically, when reading further, the reader will find that by telling the audience of the dove's importance Sexton was making a mockery of the dove while giving it such attention. ... The word choice in these lines leads the reader to think of the Pr...

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And like a true tragic hero, it leaves the reader feeling a little pity for him - Macbeth's downfall began when he murders the king. That is when he turned from a partial protagonist into a full antagonist - Macbeth's characteristic downfall continues as he does everything possible to retain his kingship. (4,1,165) - Macbeth's death and misfortune leaves the reader feeling pity towards him because he was not a true antagonist - The death and mourning of his wife further increases our pity (5,5,22) - He had good qualities in him and the only things that created and strength...

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The photographs that Findley has supplied the researcher (and consequently, the reader) are more pictures that give insight into that time; they are windows into the past and into peoples lives. ... Through these images, Findley is not only able to show the death, despair and the loss that war brings about, but is also capable of drawing the reader into the novel and giving an almost first-hand experience with the casualties of war. ... Although the first thing that comes to mind when reading about fire is the destruction that the element can cause, Findley compels the reader to look further ...

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Purpose: To analyze "Sleepy Hollow", so my readers will be convinced to believe that Tim Burton turns Sleepy Hollow into a gothic setting to set the mood of the story. ... Tim takes Washington Irving's story to new heights by using his own look and it furthermore adds a higher suspense element to the classic tale. ... I have always liked the story line associated with this movie and when I discovered that Tim Burton had put his own unique twist on this classic story, it was a must see for me! ...

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In William Golding's classic novel, "Lord of the Flies," chapter four is a very important part of the book. ... These castles were about one foot high and were decorated with shells, withered flowers, and interesting stones. " This quote is explicitly clarifying the reader that society on the island is dead or an ancient memory at least. ... The quote of Ralph on page 85 "They let the bloody fire out. " can be taken in by the reader in a very ironical way. ... The author has chosen to clarify this through symbolism and irony, to slowly make the reader more aware of the deeper thought of t...

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Aristophanes" Lysistrata is the classic tale of the war of the sexes. ... Aristophanes uses his dialogue to enlighten the reader as to the social relevance of women. ... Aristophanes is identifying to the reader how upset the women are for the male reasoning during the war. ...

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O"Brien's The Things They Carried probes deeply into the human conscience and presents it in such a way that it stirs the reader. ... The Things They Carried is in many ways different from other classic war tales. ... it digs deeply into the minds of the characters in the novel, allowing the reader to be consumed by emotion. ... This idea in fact makes the point of the book far more intense, as the reader hurries through the pages trying to find some closure, "Are these tales true? ... However, a few chapters in, the reader begins to see that the title has a double meaning. ...

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Throughout this paper the reader will discover much more of what a serial killer is and what types there are. The reader will see what a typical serial killer is considered, what a visionary killer is, what a mission-oriented killer is, what a thrill-oriented killer is, what a lust killer is, and how Mr. ... Not being only in the typical serial killer profile, he is also a classic lust killer. ... It shows the reader what it would be like to be a victim of this common killer. ...

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The descriptions of Paul's feelings were very meticulous, and gave the readers a impressive feeling about how terrible the war was. ... The film just told the whole story of the book, but the feelings of the soldiers were barely showed in the film, and I personally think that the feelings are one of the most classic parts of the novel. ... I think the feeling that a book or a film is a very important thing; they helped the readers to understand the theme and brought readers' own thoughts. ...

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It is the classic theme of forbidden love: Lisabetta wants to be with Lorenzo, but certain social proprieties prevent it. ... Today we live in a supposedly equal opportunity society, but this story makes a reader wonder just how much social progress has really been made. ...

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Many writers use symbolism in their stories in order to reveal certain or multiple aspects of the story. Symbols can be anything in a story from a non-living object to a living object. In the short story "The Red Convertible" the author, Louise Enrich, uses a red convertible to symbolize the bond be...

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A classic bully, Kromer introduces Emil to the world of darkness with simple blackmail. ... The chores are divided up among the boys, in a way that reminds the reader of everyday specialization in society. ...

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• Grade Level: High School