Essays on Betrayal

There are many types of Love and many people have written and done research about it. John Lee has come up with six types of Love: Eros, Mania, Ludus, Storge, Agape and Pragma. There are some relationships that show more than one type of love at the same time, while there are other relationships that start with one type of love and develop into another.
The type of love I have chosen to develop further is ‘storge’. It is a companionate love, where trust, friendship and respect are the main characteristics. It develops from friendship, based on similarities and Continue reading...

Introduction

The Iguana Tree is a story that is set amid the perilous intricacies of illegal border crossings. The book narrates the suspenseful story of Lilia and Hector a couple who separately journey from the home in Mexico in search of employment and a safe home for their young daughter in the United States of America. This harrowing novel by Michael Stone meticulously reviews the obstacles that each of the characters endures in the pursuit of a new life (Stone 12).These obstacles include abominable acts like rape and murder in addition to manipulation at the perilous start of the Continue reading...

The Odyssey is one of the oldest Greek poems associated with Homer. The poem starts by introducing the main character; Odysseus who embarks on his journey back home after the fall of Troy. After the Trojan War ends, Odysseus takes another period of ten years before arriving back home in Ithaca. During this period, his wife Penelope and his son Prince Telemachus languishes in pain and suffering, bearing in mind that Odysseus had died in the war tone area. One of the major challenges that threatened disintegration in Odysseus family is a bunch of suitors who seduced Penelope to Continue reading...

Introduction

King Lear is one of the most thrilling books and plays done by William Shakespeare. Ideally, it is one of the four great tragedies within Shakespeare’s works. Among these plays is the Hamlet, Macbeth and Othello. However, King Lear is assumed to be the best among them. The title-characters of this play show a very clear outlay of leadership in a dynasty drafted by William Shakespeare. Ideally, the play lays its basis of the legendary “Lair of Britain” (Shakespeare 15). The legendary is described as a mythological Roman Celtic-King.
Accordingly, Shakespeare designed the play underwriting such that it Continue reading...

In life, we have to pass through challenges and obstacles that lead us to our destiny. Appearance is not based on reality all the time, what we see on the outside does not necessarily have to portray what is inside of someone. Also, sometimes illusions and acting in an unconscious way can make us not reach our destiny or may delay it. In the case of Gulliver, he tries to chase his destiny when he quits his job, and sets a journey to the sea. He comes with many experiences that change his life and also, in the end Continue reading...

Major Events

In this act, Roderigo intends to hurt Cassio but instead, Cassio’s leg is hurt by Iago. Othello hears the cries and the first impression is that Iago has wounded Cassio. He declares to resolve avenging on his wife while exiting. Gratiano and Lodovico also hear Cassio’s cries but Iago pretends not to do know what is going on. Iago stabs Roderigo when Gratiano and Lodovico are looking away but Roderigo does not die immediately but ends up incriminating Iago through the letters present in his pocket. Iago tries to frame Bianca which is an indication that he Continue reading...

Homosexuals are sexually attracted to other people of the same sex. It may be either a man-to-man attraction or woman-to-woman attraction. For the later, such persons are referred to as lesbians and gays for the former. Most people in this environment are secretly hiding this secret. Research shows that most homosexuals come from esteemed and rich backgrounds. Others claim that such individuals are non-violent and hence rarely involved in criminal activities. They live normal lies and have normal careers as doctors, advocates and even law enforcers. The constitution in some areas has been amended to allow gay couples to Continue reading...

In the Greek play Antigone, there exist great conflicts between religious/moral laws vs. state/human law. The rebel (stubborn Antigone) and Creon the king, fully represent the conflicts that lie within the laws. Antigone believes that the god’s decrees accompanied by his family chores in taking care of his two brothers had a great importance than any other written laws and decrees by man. She dares to ignore all the written laws including the ones passed by the mighty Ruler of Thebes. She ignores the fact that the powerful King is her uncle and leaves no chance to bow Continue reading...

Brig. Gen. Jeffrey Sinclair’s Ethical Issues
Brig. Gen. Jeffrey Sinclair is a man walking in murky waters. He is charged with sexual misconduct ranging from forcible sodomy, indecent acts, violating orders as well as adultery (Bothelho 3). He is also accused of mistreating his accuser. He is embroiled in ethical issues that touch on his person as an army officer as well as a husband and a father. For a man who acknowledged the fact that he behaved badly towards his subordinates, one thing is clear, that he abused office and also overstepped his mandate, he violated the Continue reading...

In Susan Hayward’s summary of David Bordwell in “Classical Hollywood Cinema,” the author relates how the dominant ideology of American culture in the 1930s and 1940s was often conveyed in the films of the era. This particular genre of film follows a narrative tendency towards literalism and dramatic formula over nuance and complexity: “The narrative of [classical Hollywood cinema] reposes upon the triad ‘order/disorder/order-restored,’ also known as disruption/resolution” (Hayward 82). Through these styles of filmmaking, a consistent, accessible reality is created in which to impart the dominant ideology of the time. In the case of The Best Years Continue reading...

Reflections

In this article, Kawana Williams reports on the reactions of people about the scandalous saga that involved the marriage of Tina and Teddy Campbell. After their marriage, the two partners did not take their vows seriously. Instead, Tina did not properly execute her duties as a wife. Instead, she stepped on her man, became so arrogant and never gave him any attention. What mattered to her was her freedom and career. However, the result was more hurting as her husband decided to cheat on her. Upon realizing this, she owned up and took a full responsibility for her husband’ Continue reading...

Introduction

“The Day of the Locust” is written by an American novelist Nathanael Wes in 1939. The main theme revolves around the states of Hollywood and California and highlights different aspects of Great Depression. The book has gained so much popualarity in its domain, and still a number of people wants to read the book, and the author has achieved high success in his career. The main theme also includes the despair and alienation of a major group of strangers who were resided in the film industry of Hollywood. It is considered as one of the famous and best Novel Continue reading...

Introduction

Although rape and sexual assault are serious offenses, public discourse about these issues fail to clearly address the problems that victims go through even after these atrocious acts were committed against them. In reality, despite public acceptance of rape and sexual abuse as crime and the mandate for the punishment of those that commit these acts, the overall public response to these crimes are underwhelming to the point of bringing about detrimental impact on the life of victims. On one hand, we have a system that fails to prevent rape and sexual abuse and protect people and victims alike Continue reading...

I. INTRODUCTION: A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE BRITISH EAST INDIA COMPANY
Upon looking at the history of the British East India Company in India, there can be little doubt that much of Britain’s superior ability to colonize areas of Africa, Asia, and the Americas was due in large part to the success and power of the British East India Company. In its heyday, the British East India Company commanded immense amounts of political and economic power in England, Britain, and abroad; however, its initial beginnings were much more humble. Initially, the East India Company was founded by London Continue reading...

Introduction

While the beginning of a relationship may feel exciting and effortless, long-term relationships are determined by application of efforts and compromising luxuries by both the partners in the relationship. Couples are advised to build healthy relationships during their early stages of dating all in a bid to solidify the foundation for a long-term relationship. This can be achieved by devising strategies that appreciate and respect partners by observing the little things a partner does or says. Exploring one another’s interests is also a good plan to know a list of things that couples can enjoy together while in Continue reading...

Dishonesty is one of the most challenging things that occur in relationships. It is so challenging that it brings out a sign of betrayal to the relationship, which happens especially when the relationship incorporates a man, and a woman who intend to marry in the near future or are already into marriage. Dishonesty and betrayal breaks relationships by cheating, lying, and manipulating. Relationships cannot be built on lies. Neither can it survive without trust and respect. Ideally, morals are among the most important elements of life according to the themes of the American dream. Engagement of this behavior fully Continue reading...

Harriet Jacobs

The short story by Harriet Jacobs shows the case of abuse and slavery that a girl called Linda went through. This girl suffers a lot from the incidents of slavery. Slavery and abuse of human rights is well elaborated .the parents of Linda died leaving her to the mistress to take care of her. This girl was abused by Dr. Flint on sexual grounds. Flint created a love nest in order to share influence Linda into sexual contact with him. He wrote dirty notes to Linda talking about sexual relationship.
The corrupting nature of slavery is elaborated in this Continue reading...

‘Instructor’s Name’

Book: The count of Monte Cristo
The Count of Monte Cristo is a novel written by Alexandre Dumas and was first published in the year 1844. The plot of the story was expanded by Dumas in collaboration with ghostwriter Auguste Maquet. Along with the ‘Three Musketeers’, this novel is one of the most anthologized works of Dumas, and as critics opine the novel has become a permanent fixture of Western literature.
Dumas was a French novelist and dramatist, and during his lifetime he produced a number of literary outputs like dramas, novels, memoirs, travelogues and historical studies. Mostly self-educated, Continue reading...

INTRODUCTION

When most people think of Ancient Rome, they imagine great marble statues, sky-soaring columns, and men and women dressed in draped togas. However, there is one name that is eternally synonymous with this Ancient era, Julius Caesar, the great and incredibly powerful ruler, whose reign would end with his assassination, by his friend and peers. Most people’s interpretation of Julius Caesar comes not from history, but from the imagination of the William Shakespeare, in 1599, within the pages of his play titled, “The Tragedy of Julius Caesar” (Layson and Zurcher 1). Many people see this play as a Continue reading...

Literary Criticism

15th of December
Beautiful Minds
Literal analysis is crucial elements that help in critical analysis of the works of literature. In the context of the play ‘Goodnight Desdemona, good morning Juliet' is an indication of a play that can be applied with the help of the theories. A vindication of the right of women according to Mary is evident in the play. Critically, we seek to understand the cries of women in the play and their seeking to find out the root causes of their problems and the best way to curb them. Her thought indicates that women should Continue reading...

Medea

In this particular passage of Medea, Jason confronts Medea immediately after she has murdered their sons, finally reaping what he has sown for his ignorance and abuse of Medea throughout the play up to that point. Throughout the scene, the tactics of these respective characters are clear – Jason hoping to shame Medea out of guilt for murdering their children, Medea hoping to use the murder of the children to prove a point about Jason’s infidelity and “to cause [him] pain” (line 1401). After seeing that Jason cannot get anywhere with Medea, even to get him to “touch the Continue reading...

What Hamlet Has Changed and What We Learn From Hamlet and Hamlet the Play by William Shakespeare

Information Hamlet Learns Concerning Events in Denmark
Hamlet learns about various events in Denmark and finds out more information concerning his family, friends, reality, and appearances, balancing thoughts, loyalty, polities, and love. The new information that Hamlet learns becomes essential in his life and influences his perception and conception about various aspects in life. Hamlet realizes that Denmark is filled with corruption and is on the verge of destruction. He finds out that ruthless scheming by many people starting with the palace, and royal treason troubles Denmark.

Family

Hamlet learns significant information concerning his family. First, he finds out that Continue reading...

The national ethos of Americans everywhere is no better represented than by the ever-present, American Dream that has captivated a worldwide imagination since its inception along with the beginning of the Unites States’ existence as a country. For many years, the American Dream has described a world of opportunity in which people of varying cultures and backgrounds enjoy equality in their pursuit of richer, fuller lives. It was this dream that brought the first immigrants to America in the first place, and it was again this dream that gave them the necessary impetus to stay and to improve the Continue reading...

Men and women can be “just friends,” but the circumstances dictate whether or not they remain platonic friends.

Rationale:
Scientists have discovered that not only is platonic friendship possible, it is beneficial to both individuals in the friendship.
Relevant Research:
- Psychologists and their research on the purpose and function of inter-gender friendships
- Evolutionary psychology and the meaning of sexual strategy

List the counter arguments you will need to address as well.

- Men and women often have difficulty remaining friends
- Women sometimes approach relationships differently from men

Strategy:

- Differences between the way men and women approach relationships
- Sexual identity and the meaning of sexual identity in relationships
- Jealousy and infidelity in relationships

Cross-Sex Friendship: The So-Called “Impossibility” of Inter-Gender Platonic Love

There is an old adage that suggests that men and women Continue reading...

I am a person who believes people easily. When I trust people, it comes from the core of my
heart, no doubts, no suspicion, just a blind faith. And I guess that is what cost me huge. I have a friend; I would say a best friend. We have been together since childhood, same school, and same college. One can say we are inseparable. Our friendship used to be an example for others. For me he was my soul mate, we are of same sex, still I will call him that because I do believe we had a connection Continue reading...

Adultery and divorce are the factors that require great consideration because they affect the lives of most of people. In the cases of the adultery and divorce the counselor plays a significant role. Proper guidance by the counselor can help in saving the relations and lives of many individuals. In this paper, the counseling options and effective addressing of the situation involving adultery and divorce cases are discussed in detail from a counselor point of view.
In an adulterous relation, people loss their family, job, dignity, trust, self respect, relationship with families and God. The commitment and the loyalty Continue reading...

In “1984” George Orwell described the future world society Oceania as a totalitarian hierarchic regime based on refined physical and spiritual enslavement. In his novel the author gives a harsh negative review to the totalitarian regime, which in his opinion presents a serious threat to the existing society and the whole world. That is why the story of the novel happens in the real world capital London, and not in the made up country. This structure is shot through by the overall fear and hatred, where the people do not live in a full sense but merely exist under Continue reading...

Why was there an absence of major slave rebellion in America?

Slavery in America was a legal institution that existed in the 18th and 19th century. It is great that in the 21st century, humanity can squarely face 19th century slavery. Nonetheless, it is also upon everybody to acknowledge the contemporary versions of slavery in the world beginning from our homestead. The current form of slavery is not as defined as it was in the olden days. During those days slaves were characterized by a number of cultures. The slave culture embodied elements of African and Christian cultures or values. Slavery also largely dependent on the systematic dehumanization and the Continue reading...

Resentment is at the centre of the fiction. Most characters in play are resentful of others. George’s refusal to accept the marriage between Ann and Chris shows resentment. He claims that the family of Chris is responsible for their problem. The keller’s, according to George made their father to be arrested. George opposes the marriage between Ann and Chris because he believes that it is Joe who had destroyed their family. Joe’s father hates Joes according to the story told by George.
Sue is resentful of Chris. She blames Chris of Harming a bad influence on Continue reading...

On the surface, the novel The Great Gatsby tells of a desperate love that a man has for a woman. However, beneath the surface is a smorgasbord of sociological issues well intertwined and fused which characterized the corruption of what should have become an era of great opportunity to reach for the American dream. At a time when anyone, regardless of the social background, could become wealthy, people drenched themselves with the pleasure brought about by a new sense of materialism. What could have been a great love story, both sweet and passionate, ended up in a tragedy for Continue reading...

The challenges that marriages in the present day face have increased there has been a gradual change in the family setup accompanied by family breakups and hence a great majority of people entering into marriage come in with various social problems (Berg & de Shazer, 1993).Even for those couples that had a stable childhood problems often crop up in marriages due to the different personalities and temperaments of the people that enter into the marriage. Marriage counseling is hence a very important component of psychology as it helps couples to get to the root cause of their problem and Continue reading...

William Styron’s novel Sophie’s Choice revolves around the holocaust with a beautiful Polish lady, Sophie at the center of the horrific events that take place during which she loses her loved ones but ultimately survives the concentration camps. The story is narrated by Stingo, a Southern writer who has recently been fired from his publishing company McGraw-Hill and has moved down to Brooklyn, New York with the hope of becoming a great writer. In his New York apartment, Stingo meets a rather strange couple, Nathan Landau and Sophie Zawistowska, with whom he finds a promising friendship. Nathan Continue reading...

Literal analysis is crucial elements that help in critical analysis of the works of literature. In the context of the play ‘Goodnight Desdemona, good morning Juliet' is an n indication of a play that can be applied with the help of the theories. A vindication of the right of women according to Mary is evident in the play. Critically, we seek to understand the cries of women in the play and their representing to find out the root causes of their problems and the best way to curb them. Her thought indicates that women should have access to education Continue reading...

INTRODUCTION

The history of human civilization is built upon the names, actions, and achievements of people whose contributions have an impact on society. Some of these people and events, be they famous or infamous, become part of the paradigm of the cultures all over the world. In a diverse world, it is not surprising that sometimes society does not always see eye to eye on some of the events that make up history. These actions and impacts may be perceived by some as wrong, while others may support the individual wholeheartedly. That is most certainly the case with Edward Snowden. Continue reading...

Alone With You is an excellent collection of eight short stories written by Marisa Silver that explores the many complexities present in modern relationships and the various rarely expected ways that love manifests itself in people's lives. The characters in the short stories are brilliantly presented, together with how they confront the different abrupt challenges in the lives with immense grace, lots of fear and humor, and commendable courage. Silver successfully renders the fictional characters in the stories in a manner the readers can easily relate with and equate to their personal lives. Within the eight mouth-watering short stories, Continue reading...

Originally debuted at Her Majesty’s Theatre in London in 1986, Andrew Lloyd Weber’s famous production, The Phantom of the Opera, was re-staged for television in a twenty-fifth anniversary performance at the Royal Albert Hall (PR Newswire 1). As a special televised performance, props and sets were designed for close-up viewing, and the regular Royal Albert Hall cast was augmented by special guest performances from original 1986 cast members such as Michael Crawford (the original Phantom) and Sarah Brightman (Christine Daae) (PR Newswire 1). These aspects lent a particularly surprising enhancement to an already classic and timeless production, Continue reading...

Introduction

A raisin in the sun cannot be complete without the influence of people who are outside of the Younger family. Every character that is introduced ion different scenes in the book has a fundamental part to play in how the different themes are developed. They make the themes in the book have a real effect, and the audience can tell that the themes are universal concepts that happened to the people in the society. The book reverberates around an African American family that struggles to have their mark in a world that is full of atrocities and adversaries that Continue reading...

Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress, a book by Dai Sijie, is about two protagonists, Luo and the Narrator whose name we never know. The story is set in Communist China during the Chinese Communist Revolution and follows them through their journey of re-education. Having been sent to a small village at the foot of a mountain Luo and the Narrator must adapt to their new living standards. Luo has always been a storyteller and the Narrator has always been the listener. But as the Narrator begins to read on his own and also starts telling stories as part Continue reading...

The 1998 Mike Nichols film Primary Colors that was nominated for the Academy Awards for Best Adapted Screenplay is a movie that indirectly portrays the 1992 presidential campaign of Bill Clinton. The main roles of the movie were played by the infamous John Travolta, Emma Thompson, Billy Bob Thornton, Kathy Bates and Adrian Lester. The movie is based on the same-named novel written in 1996 by an Anonymous, who turned out to be Joe Klein, a columnist for Newsweek magazine, who also covered Bill Clinton’s presidential campaign. The movie depicts the presidential campaign of a Southern Governor Jack Continue reading...

Jay Gatsby is the protagonist of the novel The Great Gatsby. He is a very wealthy man living in a Gothic mansion in West Egg. As narrated by Nick Carraway, Gatsby is famous for the lavish parties he throws on Saturdays but no one really knew where he came from, what he did or how he got his wealth. As the novel progresses, we soon learn that he was born James Gatz in North Dakota. He acquired his wealth through the sheer determination and also through criminal activity, as he vowed to do anything to win Daisy. Tony Buchanan, Continue reading...