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The sonnets have fourteen lines and are structured into three quatrains and an ending couplet. The rhyme pattern is abab, cdcd, efef, gg and the rhythm is iambic pentameter.Sonnet 18 is written to the poets loved one. The voice of the poem seems to be Shakespeare himself as in the beginning line he says ‘shall […]

In this essay, I will explore the works of Sylvia Plath, a renowned confessional poet, and demonstrate how her poems showcase notable connections and allusions to her family. I have selected three poems- “Morning Song,” “You’re,” and “Metaphors”- which I will compare and contrast, analyzing both their resemblances and disparities. Plath’s Morning Song reveals her […]

“Ariel”, a poem written by Sylvia Plath, describes the narrator’s transition from a state of complete stillness to a state of rapid movement whilst she is riding a horse into the dawn. Throughout this poem, Plath conveys a sense of freedom both in the physical and mental state through the use of natural imagery and […]

At the beginning of the poem, there is a childlike repetition of the phrase “You do not do, you do not do”. This creates incongruity reminiscent of a child’s tantrum and their failure to recognize “you”. However, it also generates interest in the meaning of “do” and the connection between the two. The title further […]

In this essay I am going to write about how Walter undergoes a transformation in the play “A Raisin In The Sun” of the final act of the play. First of all I will be writing about Walter’s stage directions and how they show Walter’s behaviour an his feelings. I will also be writing about […]

In this essay, I will compare and contrast the presentation of the supernatural in three 19th-century short stories: “Napoleon and the Spectre” by Charlotte Bronte, “An Arrest” by Ambrose Bierce, and “The Adventure of the Speckled Band” by author Conan Doyle. These stories were written during the Victorian era, a time when people were fascinated […]

Both Scott Hicks’s film Snow Falling on Cedars and Peter Hoeg’s novel Miss Smilla’s Feeling for Snow use the motif of snow to depict both natural beauty and purity as well as power and destruction. The snow plays a significant role in shaping Smilla’s world, serving as her ally in her personal battle. On the […]

At the beginning of the Gregory’s Girl it start’s at the football trial Phil is refusing Dorothy at the trial by being patronising and sexist as he uses words such as “Dear and sweetheart.” Dorothy is a very self-confident and ambitious person and won’t take “no” for an answer. She is also a bit rude […]

Their relationship began by chance. Higgins’s obnoxiousness ensured that he would show off his skills wherever he went and when this was in the presence of an ambitious person like Eliza it had its consequences. Eliza would chase any opportunity that arose for her to better herself as a person. When Higgins advertised that “in […]

Walter is the main character of the Raisin in the Sun, being Mama’s only son. In addition, he makes most of the conflict at home. He is a complex character, with mixed feelings with his home. He is the character that moves between the antagonist and the protagonist, which makes the story live and natural […]

‘East is East’ is a play written by Ayub Khan din. It is an autobiographical play based on Ayub Khan-Din’s experiences growing up as a mixed-raced family in 1970’s Salford. He conveys to us that there were difficulties and conflicts growing up as an Anglo – Pakistani. The play’s main characters consist of the father […]

I am going to compare two poems from diverse cultures. The first is called ‘This Is The Six O’clock News’. It is by a Scottish poet called Tom Leonard. A Caribbean poet named John Agard writes the second, called ‘Listen Mr Oxford Don’. The two poems are not written in a ‘Standard English’ way. The […]

I have been studying the life of Charles Dickens and the times of the Victorian era that began with the coronation of Queen Victoria. Charles Dickens was born on February 7, 1812 in Portsmouth. His parents were John and Elizabeth Dickens. Charles was the second of their eight children; he later left school at the […]

The Beautiful short story Secrets is based on the theme of relationships, which Bernard Mac Laverty explores thoroughly. The story is about a boy who has a very strong relationship with his aunt. However, one day he reads some of his aunt’s private letters, and there relationship is changed forever. In the first part of […]

The poems ‘Half-Caste’ by John Agard and ‘Unrelated Incidents’ by Tom Leonard both explore different prejudices and social attitudes regarding their culture. The poets both use different methods and means to show the reader their thoughts, they use different techniques for different reasons to help convey their message. Both of the poems use mainly non-standard […]

Despite being underappreciated by many, the seatbelt is a vital safety measure and one of the most important ones in preventing car accidents. Carolyn Hanig is a dedicated advocate for highlighting the significance of seatbelts in every car. Carolyn, a flight nurse and emergency health care unit, suffered a heartbreaking loss when her son tragically […]

The function of laws is to reflect the values and principles of society, which contradicts the idea that law operates independently. However, due to factors such as social background, race, gender, education level, income and social status, there is no uniform ethical perspective among individuals in society. Additionally, people have varying opinions on whether a […]

From my childhood, Law & Order has consistently been on air and it was desirable for me to watch it with my parents. The show revolves around cops and criminals, lawyers and plaintiffs, and the concept of crime and punishment. Many storylines are inspired by real-life events despite various cast changes over the years. The […]

Juvenile offender’s also known as young offenders are classified in an individual section of the criminal justice system Children (Criminal Proceedings) Act 1987 (NSW). This is known as the Juvenile Justice System which describes how juveniles are treated in the criminal justice system. It incorporates legislation, policing, the courts and aspects of welfare including criminology, […]

The English Legal system began in the year 1215 under the Magna Carta, which was then signed by King John. Pursuant to Article 39 of the Magna Carta:”No free man shall be arrested, or imprisoned, or deprived of his property, or outlawed, unless by legal judgement of his peers, or by the law of land”The […]

In the play An Inspector Calls, a message is being portrayed to the reader by J. B Priestley and in my opinion, the main bearer of this message is the inspector. Being of an ambiguous nature, he appears to live in a different world to the family with whom he deals; the Birlings and it […]

JB Priestley authored An Inspector Calls in 1945, though it takes place in 1912. The writer employs his knowledge of history to his benefit by having Birling deliver a speech that is highly ironic in the beginning of the play. Birling states, ‘I say there isn’t a chance of war…the Titanic- she sails next week- […]