Society Essays

1. Why did Missy Mae sleep with Otis Slemmons? Was it necessary? – Missy Mae sleeps with Otis because he promised her gold coins. She did it so she can provide a better life for her and her husband. Unfortunately for her it was completely unnecessary. As long as he had her her husband did […]

Needless to say that a university degree often helps a person achieve his goal with more ease. However, do we attend some university or college just in pursuit of a degree? Education nevertheless is beneficial in such aspects of life as personal and social. Apart from the above education is the only possession that cannot […]

“The Step Not Taken” by Paul D’Angelo is an essay that follows the story of a man on personal quest to discover how to rightly respond to others’ suffering. The essay can easily demonstrate the monomyth and the steps in the monomyth also known as “the hero’s journey” are separation, struggle and reintegration. The narrator […]

It was a hot blistering summer day not a leaf in sight or a hint of shade to be found. Mouth is dry as cotton from thirst and hands bleeding and blistering from a hard days work, exhausted from fatigue and hunger, because Master had me out here since the crack of dawn. Tending to […]

Susan Leigh Vaughan Smith is a convicted child murderer. She drove her car with her two sons, age three and fourteen months, sleeping in the back, into a lake. She carried on a lie about a black man that carjacked her for nine long days before she confessed. No one had implicated her in the […]

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 […]