Society Essays

In 1988 Zhang Yimou made his directorial debut with Red Sorghum, the first Chinese Film gaining International (support). It is based on two Mo Yan’s novels, and it’s the first of a trilogy in which the director focuses on the analysis of the woman’s figure. In this film the main character is Jiu Er, a […]

During World War I, there were only a small number of female spies, but the two most well-known ones were Margaretha Geertruida Zelle, also known as Marta Hari, and Edith Cavell. These women had completely different approaches to espionage. Marta Hari relied on her attractiveness and seductive persona as an exotic dancer to charm men […]

We cannot stop today’s youth from exploring and experimenting on their abilities, boundaries, and sexuality. Thus, we cannot stop them from engaging in sexual activities. What we can do is educate them so that they will be aware, informed, and responsible. Sexual education in school curriculum can help us pursue this end. Michelle Fine, in […]

During the early 1900s till now, women have been discriminated against and have been battling for equal rights in the United States. In 1960s America, the feminist movement was growing rapidly, bringing out influential women and protesters who were starting to get noticed by the majority of the population. One of those influential women, author […]

Dance serves as a means of entertainment for many people interested in the arts, but the majority of the audience is unaware of the nutritional sacrifices the performing dancers take. Ballet dancers specifically are required to have a slim figure in order to succeed in the competitive field of performance. Jane M. Bonbright, the author […]

Male and female relationships are depicted differently in various literary works. In William Shakespeare’s Macbeth, the power dynamics and struggles of such relationships are explored. Carol Ann Duffy’s Havisham showcases the bitterness and loneliness experienced. Christina Rossetti’s Cousin Kate portrays feelings of betrayal. On the other hand, William Shakespeare’s Sonnet 130 emphasizes the importance of […]

The poem “Standing Female Nude” by Carol Ann Duffy is written from the point of view of a nude model. The poem describes a day in the life of the dissatisfied model, which clearly shows that she finds her profession uninteresting. The tone at times is sombre although it is evident that towards the end […]

Sarah Waters’ Affinity is a gothic novel that explores the dynamics of power and control among women. To truly grasp how these concepts are depicted in the book, it is crucial to define them. The idea of ‘power’ and ‘control’ between females refers to the influence certain women have on each other, as well as […]

The purpose of this experiment was to compare the accuracy of size estimation between males and females. A total of 10 female participants and 10 male participants, ranging in age from 18 to 23, participated in the experiment under the same conditions. Two red ribbons with different sizes (one measuring CACM and one measuring 50 […]

In Tolkien’s Middle Earth, women are generally expected to submit to patriarchal authority. To what extent does Tolkien present women who succeed in subverting this norm? J. R. R. Tolkien’s works have been analysed for decades and have often been criticised for the lack of female characters. Arguably his most cherished publications, The Lord of […]

Female Mill Workers…How Similar Were Their Experiences? With the dawn of industrialization Production’s most valuable resource was not raw materials, but time. The steam engine allowed vast amounts of goods to be created cheaply, and so it was ultimately decided by the workers how much was produced; rather than their work being limited by their […]

Despite comprising approximately half of the global population, women continue to face inequality in various aspects such as economics, social interactions, and sexuality. They are expected to be subservient and rely on men for protection and significance. This discrimination is even evident in Nigeria, a democratic country where many women still confront ignorance, superstition, poverty, […]

This science research the different abilities in reckon sizes between males and females. And the research was taken from an experiment with 20 Chinese teenagers between 15 and 18. The hypothesis was males’ abilities when estimating sizes are better than females. Introduction As we all know, males and females are different in many abilities, and […]

“Caregiver” Directed by: Chito S. Rono Starring: Sharon Cuneta, John Estrada, Boots Anson-Roa, Ima Castro, Lotlot De Leon The big stars kneel as the Mega Star, Ms. Sharon Cuneta, gave another heart felt drama performance in the premier of Star Cinema’s 15th year anniversary treat, CAREGIVER. The Sharonians together with Filipino celebrities with the likes […]

I am a Filipino, and I’m proud to be a Filipino. And what happens to our ancestors In the past. From the Malayan pioneers sought our land and live on their own. Make home on what they see on the nature, land, hills, mountain and seas, hoping to have a better life with their family […]

If you were to be reincarnated and given the pick. would you choose to be Filipino once more? It was in 1998. at a Forum of pupils of top schools at the University of Asia and the Pacific. that I raised this inquiry. As expected. everybody. except me. gave a resonant yes for an reply. […]

Maria Clara de los Santos, commonly known as Maria Clara, is the heroine in Jose Rizal’s novel “Noli Me Tangere”. In the novel she was described as the daughter of Pia Alba and Kapitan Tiago, but her biological father turns out to be Padre Damaso, a Spanish friar. She never met her mother since Pia […]

Scholars are still debating about many historical controversies and issues whether they are true or valid. Including one of the major controversies regarding Rizal, which is about the Retraction Document. This said document is one of the proof that the Friars’ claim that Rizal retracted a few days before his execution. Retraction means that he […]

The departure of Jose Rizal for Spain was kept secret from Spanish authorities, friars and even to his parents especially to his mother because she would not allow him to go. Only handful of family members and trusted family friends were informed. In order to avoid detection, he used the name Jose Mercado, name of […]

The Tejeros Convention became the starting point of Andres Bonifacio’s demise as it resulted in a clash between the Magdiwang and Magdalo factions of the Katipunan. The two factions, led by Bonifacio and Emilio Aguinaldo respectively, had opposing views on how to proceed with the armed resistance against the Spaniards. Ultimately, a council was agreed […]

In February 17, 1872, Fathers Mariano Gomez, Jose Burgos and Jocinto Zamora (Gomburza), who were Filipino priests, were executed by the Spanish colonizers for subversion. They were accused of being involved in the uprising of workers at the Cavite Naval Yard. The execution of Gomburza sparked anger and resentment among the Filipinos, leading them to […]

According to most historians, it is widely accepted that the Noli Me Tangere is historically accurate. The novel accurately depicts the characters, events, and places of nineteenth century Philippines. Rizal himself stated that he had faithfully and fearlessly reproduced the condition of his country, uncovering some of the hidden evils and sacrificing his self-love for […]