Society Essays

In the whole world, there are five continents. Africa is the world’s second largest continent, with 80 percent of its area in the tropics. Africa is usually portrayed as a dark continent historically and physically isolated from the rest of the world but it is not. Nigeria is one of the most important country in […]

In a merger, cultural differences are more vital to overcome then fighting for equal power or profits. (Harford, 2003) The marriage of Alcatel and Lucent was never going to be easy. To some extend the merger was a good business step. Lucent’s with its wireless business nicely complemented Alcatel’s global image and its prowess in […]

The film Raise the Red Lantern is a stark and beautiful portrayal of life for women in China in the 1920’s. Within this film there are many nuances of Chinese culture and history, but most of all the movie deals with the way that women were viewed and treated in early 20th century China, giving […]

Looking back on memories decade years ago, Tacha couldn’t help but smiling over her childlike manifestation of hopes and dreams to keep away from poverty and hardships in life as she believes in our tradition that by having marriage (or the dowry before the marriage in particular) can make her live a wealthy life. She […]

Margaret Murphy’s short story “Low Visibility” gives us a realistic insight of how people can remold other people negatively, and yet even though they have reached the very bottom, hope can still bring them back their spirits and rights. “Low Visibility” portrays women being mistreated by their husbands, and how the women can be capable […]

When the characters of District 6 are analysed superficially they are not admirable. Mary is a prostitute; Zoot has a criminal record and beats people up. And Mrs Knight goes to church every Sunday and is happily married with 3 children. If you judge these people superficially, you would think Mrs Knight would be the […]

The current study examines the effect of interpersonal sensitivity on attractiveness among Filipino De La Salle University students. Interpersonal sensitivity is the ability to perceive accurately and thoroughly the feelings, thoughts, emotions and needs of the person and to respond accurately to his or her interpersonal, personal and social environment. On the other hand, attractiveness […]

‘Gift of the Magi’ is an old tale that has been altered throughout the years. O. Henry (William Sydney Porter) composed this touching story within three hours of his deadline. Under the circumstances of the short amount of time he had to create the story, it is a charming showcase of his talents. The element […]

The Jade Pendant has been the subject of various myths, some of which are quite absurd. One such myth claims that it is worth half-a-million dollars. However, the actual reality of this jewel is impressive enough to evoke gasps of admiration and jealousy. The pendant, about the size of a child’s palm, consists of a […]

In her work “Jennie Dixiana or the secret to the Spin of Death”, Cathy Day discusses the long-lasting effects of a troubled childhood on individuals as they grow into adulthood. Day’s narrative revolves around Jennie Dixiana and her struggle to recover from the traumatic events of her early years, particularly the loss of her mother […]

By eliminating fear, individuals can progress with love and bravery, ultimately reducing uncertainties. War is defined as a condition of conflict or hostility involving disputes over land or peace. The military serves as the means through which governments instill fear in opposing countries. While the Army defends the nation, it must also obey orders from […]

Musicals have been a significant part of the film industry for many years. Directors, like Randall Klies in movies such as “Grease”, use musical scenes to captivate audiences with intricate styles and dance sequences. These scenes allow audiences to indulge in imaginative settings with vibrant costumes and extravagant dance routines, while still following a realistic […]

Without the prologue, the tale could in itself be seen as amusing and seems to “impregnate the mordant venom” (Bronson) of the prologue. The merchant is characterised as an intensely embittered bridegroom, telling an intensely bitter story. The juxtaposition of the “faire fresshe” May with the “olde” and unmistakably ugly Januarie disgusts many a reader. […]

Sir Richard Arkwright, the inventor of the water frame was born in Preston in 1732. Sir Richard lived in Rock House which overlooked the mill. Richard Arkwright was knighted by George III and had two daughters and one son in his first marriage. He went to Cromford at the age of 39 in 1771 and […]

Howard’s end is a symbolic novel. The novel deals with conflict of different social class and human relationship. Ruth Wilcox is very important character as I am going to discuss the role and influence of Mrs. Wilcox. Ruth Wilcox is representing the conservative English. Although, she is alive only for a short time. Her symbolic […]

Throughout the “Withered Arm” the main characters: Rhoda Brook and Gertrude Lodge experience lots of tragedy, and due to this, the book makes the audience empathise with the two of them. The following paragraphs will examine the lengths and extremes of these tragic events, and therefore conclude who deserves our sympathy. Rhoda Brook is a […]

Hardy portrays Angel’s rejection of Tess in a number of different ways. At the start of chapter 34 Angel makes the mistake of choosing an old d’Urberville mansion for their honeymoon. Tess is upset by the choice as it suggests that all will not be well. ‘Welcome to your ancestral mansion,’ is perceived being a […]

Many times, people believe that they must achieve a certain social status within a community due to the need of acceptance, or perhaps, simply the fear of being rejected. Communities normally demonstrate a positive atmosphere. They are supposed to be places where everyone knows and is kind to one another; one where people feel comfortable […]

It is immediately visible from reading, ‘Tony Kytes, the Arch-Deceiver’ that he is very popular with all the women in rural Wessex. It becomes more and more apparent throughout the story that his susceptibility to the opposite sex, and in addition to their flirtatious nature’s that he cannot resist their feminine charms and he finds […]

The two stories ‘The Withered Arm’ and ‘Stench of Kerosene’ is set in different cultures and at different times which have some similarities. ‘Withered Arm’ was written by a man called Thomas Hardy in 1888, and is set in Wessex, England. While ‘Stench of Kerosene’ was written nearly 100 years later in the 1950s by […]

When you read either of these stories, three things stand out, culture, tradition and the theme of love. This story teaches us that sometimes tradition gets in the way of your life. It can control your life or not. In both stories the women hold on very tightly to these traditions. The author is not […]

The poem ‘The Sick Equation’, by Brian Pattern is one of the many poems which comes from the book ‘Armada’, which was published in 1996. The book is dedicated to his mother. This poem is in retrospect and is about his childhood. The poet uses enjambment in this poem. ‘The Sick Equation’ focuses on the […]