Essays About Truth

The two poems that will be discussed in this essay both mentions how the soldier’s family who is at home or the women who has no knowledge about war romanticize and support the war. In fact the poems tell the reader how these people help in prolonging the war and how dedicated they are in […]

Despite what their names may insinuate, the two narratives “A Visit Of Charity” and “Old Mrs Chundle” do not align with the charitable themes one might expect. Contrary to assumptions, it is within “Old Mrs Chundle” where authentic acts of kindness are portrayed. The so-called ‘charity’ in “A Visit Of Charity”, on the other hand, […]

‘To hell with the truth as long as it rhymes.’ (65)1 The portrayal of history in Friel’s plays Translations and Making History, along with McGuinness’s play Observe the sons of Ulster marching towards the Somme, demonstrates its intricacies and flaws. These three plays explore the essence of history and how it is communicated to future […]

This essay is going to look at euthanasia. This will include an analysis of the theories and principles which guide healthcare practice and decision making, a discussion of the relevant codes of professional practice and the legislation that may guide practice and decision making. This essay will also include an evaluation of the effects of […]

It is a common view that poetry is often the result of a deeply felt reaction to one’s life and society. Hence, over 100 years on since Dickinson died, this would lead us to assume that her poetry can hold no value to us as now: society must have changed beyond all comprehension to that […]

Everyone has tried at least once to hide his or her emotions. Elias Van Rooyen attempted to hide just this. However, he conceded to three stages of grief: denial, anger, and acceptance. Throughout the passage, Elias projects a fondness towards Lukas, shown through his shocked behaviour on Lukas’s departure.While Elias waits for Lukas’s arrival, he […]

Why hasn’t anyone ever seen a ‘’white crow’’ flying under a ‘’yellow sky’’? Why hasn’t someone ever experienced a ‘’really hot’’ winter season? Indeed why hasn’t my best friend yet told me, how she was once a popular Hollywood star? Clearly, because their lies no truth in the statements that I have put forward. One […]

Nativism in Girish Karnad’s Naga-Mandala Abstract Bhalchandra Nemade states that contemporary Indian literature has been embracing western modernism. The text discusses the idea of locating creativity outside of native traditions. In his book Nativism, Nemade raises the question of whether native standards or “universal” standards are needed to interpret and evaluate native traditions. This question […]

The writer basically introduced the traditional account of knowledge which states that knowledge is Justified True Belief (J T B). Thus he emphasized that there are three senses of the word “knows”(that is Knowledge), they are; First, Propositional knowledge (a relationship that exists between a subject and a true proposition). Second, Acquaintance knowledge. And third, […]

Discuss the dramatic devices Williams uses in the play to suggest that Blanche is doomed. A Streetcar Named Desire is a tragedy that is unlike a traditional tragedy in that the characters in it are not struck by some calamity or fall because of unwise choices on their part. Instead, we enter the play in […]

In his three books of essays, Michel de Montaigne ponders on the process of forming opinions. He believes that mankind is inherently self-absorbed, diverse, and fickle. This implies that individuals and their opinions lack stability and consistency. By examining his own life, Montaigne illustrates how he applies his theories in the pursuit of discovering truths […]

Michel Foucault’s theory, as presented in his article titled “What is an author”, centers around the concept of the “Author function”. Foucault’s theory argues that the notion of “an author” holds significant importance in the literary realm. In his 1969 essay, he posits that an author serves as a crucial organizing principle that shapes specific […]

It is common for people to dislike NOT having wealth, position and all the fancy trappings that show the world we are successful. Let’s be honest how many of us think that being a Pop Singer or a Diva like Lady Gaga is so cool. Think of it – all the trappings that come with […]

Authors Gerald Graff and Cathy Berkenstein claim in their book, They Say, I Say, that academic writing is not about “playing it safe and… piling up truths and bits of knowledge,” like many people assume. Rather, it is about the dynamic interaction between other people’s points of view and the author’s response to those perspectives. […]

Doctor Sancianco, in his Progreso de Filipinas, (1), has taken up this question, agitated, as he calls it, and, relying upon facts and reports furnished by the very same Spanish authorities that rule the Philippines, has demonstrated that such indolence does not exist, and that all said about it does not deserve reply or even […]

John Wideman’s “Our Time” portrays a different side of a convicted felon that is often never seen. His brother Robbie was sentenced to life in prison after being involved in a murder and robbery. Writing a book about his brother was something he had never done before and shows a very interesting approach to getting […]

Some people say that an uncomfortable truth is better than a comfortable lie. People do not want to live a life that is false, phony or somehow an illusion. This concept is explored in Peter Weir’s 1998 film The Truman Show and Arthur Miller’s classic play Death of a Salesman. The Truman Show explores one […]

Grounded in reality, stereotypes arise from the wide range of ideologies, religions, and cultures present in our society. As a result, when people voice their thoughts, they tend to associate with particular groups that hold different perspectives. These groups develop shared beliefs and assumptions about others, eventually giving rise to stereotypes. The lack of effort […]

The Bewildered Group is a prestigious and relatively unknown association that arranges conferences on significant economic and political matters in the western world. It consists of permanent members who form the core of the group, as well as invitees who may only attend annual meetings once in their lifetime. The process for selecting attendees at […]

In her thesis, Erection describes the various ways in which people lie, stating “We lie. We all do. We exaggerate, we minimize, we avoid confrontation, we spare people’s feelings, we conveniently forget, we keep secrets, we justify lying to the big-guy institutions.” This preview indicates that Ericson will discuss different types of lies and provide […]

It was because she had broken with Billy that Loretta had come visiting to Santa Clara. Billy could not understand. His sister had reported that he had walked the floor and cried all night. Loretta had not slept all night either, while she had wept most of the night. Daisy knew this, because it was […]

India today requires a visionary leader, someone who can guide the nation towards uncharted territories. The leader should nurture the potential of their people while pursuing a clear vision. In order to achieve this, it is crucial for the leader to be both grounded in the present and focused on the future. They must excel […]