Chris McCandless was a young man who hiked into the Alaskan wilderness with very little preparation. His story was made famous by the book Into the Wild, written by Jon Krakauer. Unfortunately, Chris McCandless’ death was also a result of his journey Into the Wild. In April 1992, Chris McCandless arrived in Alaska and began … Read more
Pablo Picasso’s Les Demoiselles d’Avignon is one of the most important paintings of the 20th century. The painting challenges traditional ideas about art, and its Cubist style was revolutionary. The painting depicts five nude women, four of whom are prostitutes from a brothel in Avignon. The fifth woman, who is in the center of the … Read more
Allison Joseph’s poem “On Being Told I Don’t Speak Like a Black Person” is a powerful and insightful piece that speaks to the experiences of many black Americans. The poem highlights the ways in which black people are often judged and misunderstood based on their dialect and vernacular. Joseph expertly uses language to convey the … Read more
Henry David Thoreau was born in 1817 to a French-descendant family in Concord, Massachusetts. He graduated from Harvard College without any literary distinction but possessed a strong Saxon genius, as his ancestors were known. After graduation, he joined his brother in teaching at a private school before leaving to enter the manufacturing business. This factory … Read more
When it comes to court cases, both the defense and prosecution want to ensure that they have the best chance possible of winning their case. Part of this process involves jury selection, where each side picks a group of people that they believe will be sympathetic to their case. Forensic psychologists play an important role … Read more
The United States is a fast food nation. According to Fast Food Nation, by Eric Schlosser, “Fast food is now served at more than 25,000 restaurants in the United States” (Schlosser 1). That number has likely grown in the years since the book was published. And it’s not just the sheer number of fast food … Read more
The Mexican American War (1846-1848) was an exercise in American imperialism. The United States had long been interested in expanding its territory, and the war provided an opportunity to do just that. Mexico was a weak country, and the US saw an opportunity to take advantage of that. The war resulted in the US annexing … Read more
There are a few key differences between Android and iOS, the two most popular mobile operating systems. One of the most noticeable is the design. iPhone follows a more uniform design language across all its devices, while Android allows for more customization and variation in hardware. Another difference is the app ecosystem. Apple’s App Store … Read more
Emily Bronte’s Wuthering Heights is a novel about love and revenge. The story centers around the characters of Heathcliff and Catherine, who are torn apart by their own selfish desires. Emily Bronte uses her unique writing style to create a sense of suspense and tension throughout the novel, which keeps readers engaged until the very … Read more
Google has a well-known set of core values that guide the company’s business decisions. These values are “Focus on the user and all else will follow,” “Innovation in everything we do,” and “Do the right thing.” These values are evident in Google’s product development process, which is centered around users’ needs. The company is constantly … Read more
The Kite Runner is a novel by Khaled Hosseini that was published in 2003. The novel tells the story of Amir, a young boy from Afghanistan, and his journey to find redemption after a devastating childhood event. The novel explores the themes of violence, friendship, betrayal, and redemption. The violence in the novel is both … Read more
B.C. Johnson’s writing style is anonymous and describes the downfalls of an all-good God with imagery depicting innocent deaths—namely, the suffering and death of small children. This argumentative approach questioning the goodness of God isn’t new; as a matter of fact, it goes by its more commonly known name “the Problem of Evil,” which just … Read more
The Maze Runner is a book by James Dashner. It was published in 2009 and is the first book in The Maze Runner series. The book is about a group of boys who are sent to live in a place called the Glade. The boys have to find a way to escape the Glade before … Read more
I never thought my life would be anything out of the ordinary. I was born into a family of modest means and we always had to work hard to make ends meet. But I was happy. I had a good group of friends and we would always find ways to have fun, even if it … Read more
John Updike was an American writer and poet. He is best known for his poem “A Dog’s Death.” The poem is about the death of a dog from cancer. “A Dog’s Death” is a sad and moving poem that speaks to the bond between humans and dogs. It is a reminder of the sorrow that … Read more
Multiculturalism has had a positive impact on America in many ways. It has helped to improve education by exposing students to different cultures and viewpoints. It has also helped to promote understanding and respect for different cultures. Additionally, multiculturalism has helped to create a more diverse and vibrant culture in America. Although it is now … Read more
Ten years ago, I was in middle school, and was a kid that only wanted to do homework after school, eat, watch television and play with friends. I was a kid that did not care about the future. The way I see myself ten years ahead of now is not something I often think about. … Read more
Internet addiction is a real problem for many people. While it’s easy to get sucked into the online world, there are things you can do to prevent it. Here are a few tips: -Set limits on your time online -Make sure you’re staying active offline – Find other hobbies and interests -Talk to someone if … Read more
Confusion about job performance and motivation leads to error communication, which in turn makes employee feedback useless and destroys relationships with employees. The goal of this study is to find the problems with H&M’s Job Feedback from an employee perspective and brainstorm solutions that will enable employees to both become more loyal to the company … Read more
To the “politically correct,” the 500th anniversary of the discovery of America is no cause for celebration. And even before 1992 began, their protests resulted in a significant victory: the naming of an American Indian as co-grand marshal in the 1992 Rose Parade. Parade officials caved in to critics, who denounced the tournament committee when … Read more
The Importance of Words. Patrie Rothfuss once said – “Words are pale shadows of forgotten names. As the names have power, words have power. Words can light fires in the mind of men. Words can bring tears from the hardest hearts.” Life of Pi directed by Ang Lee is a touching movie that was highly … Read more
Queen Gertrude is a complex character in William Shakespeare’s play Hamlet. She is the mother of Prince Hamlet and the wife of King Claudius. Gertrude is first introduced in Act 1, Scene 2 where she appears alongside Claudius and Hamlet. From her first appearance, it is clear that Gertrude is a loving mother as she … Read more
America’s Promise Ministries is an anti-Semitic, racist organization that hides behind the guise of Christianity. This church is able to push their dangerous ideology onto innocent people all over the world, and we must stop them before it’s too late. They believe that America should be a nation “under God” with only one kind of … Read more
“Success and failure are not concrete events. They are psychological states consequent on the perception of reaching or not reaching goals” (Maehr & Nicholls, 1980. p. 228). The quality of an athlete’s sporting experience is shaped by how success is defined for them, as well their personal judgments about their capabilities (Duda, 1993). Achievement Goal … Read more
It is often said that knowledge is power. And while that may be true, it is also worth noting that knowledge without application is worthless. This is especially true when it comes to education. So many people receive a top-notch education but never apply what they have learned. As a result, their knowledge does nothing … Read more
Jealousy is a huge topic in the play. The Stage directions and quotes about jealousy make it very obvious that Shakespeare wants to show how dangerous jealousy can be. Othello is supposed to demonstrate how, out of all emotions, jealousy is one of strongest and most upsetting. “Othello’s own words claim that his mind creates … Read more
Wide spectrums of attitudes arise when comparing and contrasting the writings of Gandhi and George Orwell. The oppressive British system of government in India provides the motive for Gandhi’s “Defending Nonviolent Resistance” speech. George Orwell conveys peevishness of the same system–the British government by the shooting of an elephant and the repercussions of the event. … Read more
Billy Budd Sailor is a novel by Herman Melville that was first published in 1891. The book tells the story of Billy Budd, a young sailor who is unjustly accused of mutiny and murder. Billy is tried and sentenced to death, but he dies before he can be executed. The novel explores themes of justice, … Read more
What will the cars of the future look like? This is a question that has been on the minds of many people for a long time. With the advent of electric cars, we are starting to see a glimpse of what the cars of the future might look like. Electric cars are more efficient than … Read more
In the field of psychology, as the father of psychoanalysis, Sigmund Freud affirmed and asserted that individual patients could benefit from an analysis of unconscious dynamics that included neurotic conflicts, dreams, wish fulfillment, and other mechanisms of the life of the self. Besides this, Freud also believed that psychoanalytic theory could be applied to elements … Read more