Outside of the novel's boundaries, Woolf addresses the reoccurring theme of uncertainty by writing a novel that defies being categorized as a product of a specific genre or literary period. ... In many ways, To the Lighthouse is a genre within itself, for it is representative of the transitioning time period and evolving ways of thinking during this transition. ... The writing incorporates themes of light and optimism, and the presence of young, cheerful children further highlights the idea of blissful ignorance. ...

• Word Count: 869
• Approx Pages: 3
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

Ray Bradbury is best known for his writing in the fantasy genre and "A Sound of Thunder" exemplifies that writing style. ... Events from within the story are also strongly influenced by the setting of Bradbury's life during the writing of this piece in the early 1950s. ... To someone reading the story for only literal meaning this part may have little to no significance, however it connects to the time Bradbury was living in while writing the short story. ...

• Word Count: 766
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School

Two short science fiction novellas that demonstrate good work of writing include the adventure, A Sound of Thunder by Ray Bradbury, and Nethergrave by Gloria Skurzynski. ... Science Fiction is definitely a challenging genre to write and think through but both of the novels demonstrate it so simply it almosts seems easy....

• Word Count: 511
• Approx Pages: 2
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

These problems can easily be seen in writing a letter and ones interpretation of the spoken word then again in many instances this can create a whole new language that can just,evoke an emotion.? ... Language should aim at the development of a learner's ability to understand, create and consult meaning in various contexts by using appropriate communication strategies and by using listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. ... The goal of this essay is to develop a learner's appreciation, use and creation of an artistic expression of thoughts, feelings, attitudes and value...

• Word Count: 1182
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School

William Wordsworth once said that, ""if the quantity of time consumed in writing critiques on the works of others were given to original composition, of whatever kind it might be, it would be much better employed"" (2103). By acknowledging this view, and then creating a rational argument against it, Arnold's essay helped to send the genre into a new direction, as well as to create a new respect for it. ... This is to say that the poet should understand the world about which he is writing, and it takes a very critical analysis to do this. ... However, by the time that Arnold was writin...

• Word Count: 1537
• Approx Pages: 6