It is indisputable that as readers of any type of literary work, we will take our own individual meaning of a text which is likely to differ significantly from another's interpretation. ... The unconventional subject matter of the sonnet reflects Paterson's statement in terms of the argument that the "eye of the beholder" is referring to the poet's individual perception of sonnet writing, as whilst the melancholic tone of this poem implies an inaccurate representation of what a love poem is to the reader. ... In comparison to Shakespeare, Elizabeth Barrett Browning adopts the Pe...

• Word Count: 1540
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• Grade Level: Undergraduate

Literary and historical scholars agree that women did not enjoy political, economic, or social parity with men during Shakespeare's time, and this historical reality is important to keep in mind when analyzing the variety of female characters in the plays of Shakespeare. ... Theseus, clearly invested in maintaining the prevailing social order because it advances his own interests.In other words, gender roles and expectations are being stated to this strong female character in no uncertain terms. ... Also like Hermia, Olivia is determined to love who she wants and on her own terms; for th...

• Word Count: 2208
• Approx Pages: 9
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• Grade Level: Graduate

Williams' "A Streetcar Named Desire- and Ibsen's "A Doll's House-: Dramatic Conflict in the Male/Female Relationship In any narrative, the development of the plot and the creation of compelling characters depends on a single literary element: the presence of conflict. ...

• Word Count: 2278
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Even the most cursory review of the dramatic movement and literary structure of the play, however, demolishes all such interpretations. ... Which is no other - As it doth well appear unto our state - But to recover of us, by strong hand And terms compulsatory, those foresaid lands So by his father lost (1.1.80-89, 95-104).[13] Fortinbras appears in person at the very end of the play, literally having the last word. ...

• Word Count: 1931
• Approx Pages: 8
• Grade Level: High School