Protofeminist is a term used to define women in a philosophical tradition that anticipated modern feminist concepts yet lived in a time when the term “feminist” was unknown, that is, prior to the 20th century. The precise use of the term is disputed, 18th-century feminism and 19th century feminism being also subsumed under “feminism” proper.…
First Nation Peoples lived on their land peacefully and sustainability for tens of thousands of years. But this once disease-free, culturally-rich and clean nation was disrupted and almost destroyed by the British settlers when they invaded with the First Fleet in 1788. The devastating impacts of colonisation were so great that they are still affecting…
Ancient Egypt was an extremely successful early civilization, that thrived off the Nile River in Northeast Africa for over 30 centuries. While there were a wide range of factors that contributed to this ancient society’s success, the factor that was vital was the geography of Ancient Egypt’s settlement. This is because of the natural barriers…
According to Marek Edelman, a Polish political activist, “Man is evil, by nature man is a beast. People have to be educated from childhood, from kindergarten, that there should be no hatred.” On a daily basis throughout the world, innocent men and women become victims of malicious acts through the senseless hatred and hostility of…
The ancient region of Gandhara was located in what is today northwest Pakistan. It was an astonishingly wealthy area due to its position along the Silk Road that linked it to South Asia and the Mediterranean1. The art of this region fused together foreign styles, like Greco-Roman and Indian styles, to create a visual form…
The Radley place is a subject of great fascination to Scout, Jem and Dill because of its mysterious inhabitant who the children have nicknamed as “Boo Radley”. Boo Radley according to Scout is a “malevolent phantom” that the kids had never seen, even though people said he existed. The people of Maycomb said that he…
Atticus Finch is an attorney at Maycomb County, and is a single father to Jem and Scout Finch. He is a very respectable character, who lives with dignity, humility, courage and honesty. Atticus is a very influential role model in his children’s lives. He is consistent with his beliefs, and true to his conscience. He…
CALPURNIA’S CHURCH Scout and Jem’s visit to Calpurnia’s church is a significant event in the story as it brings to light the contrast between the lives of the whites and the blacks of Maycomb, and thus provides an insight into the racism prevalent in the society. It also shows Calpurnia through a different perspective, highlighting…
Mrs. Henry Lafayette Dubose is a resident of Maycomb County, and is first described by Scout as “plain hell.” She lives alone, except for a Negro girl in her constant attendance, and is thoroughly detested by both Jem and Scout. On passing her house, the children are “raked by her wrathful gaze” and “subjected to…
Biff Loman is Willy Loman’s elder son, and seems to be the only character working towards any actual self development in the whole play. Biff is thirty four years old, and is unsettled and dissatisfied with his life. As a teenager, Biff seems to be the apple of Willy’s eye. Willy adores him, and has…
Linda Loman is the loyal, caring, trusting, patient wife of Willy Loman. She deeply loves both her children and is like the heart of the family, keeping it together and striving to maintain a good relationship between its members. “Most often jovial, she has developed an iron repression of her exceptions to Willy’s behavior- she…
Death of a Salesman by Arthur Miller is a play revolving around the themes of betrayal, desperation, failure, denial, and abandonment. It is a tragedy that shows the striking contrast between the Loman family’s dreams and the reality of their lives. The relationship between Willy and Linda constitutes an important part of the play, and…
Willy Loman is an insecure and dissatisfied individual, unsuccessful in his life and governed by his craving for attention and approval. Throughout the play, Willy is defined by the delusions of grandeur he experiences, and the unrealistically high image he has of his own importance. Willy’s dissatisfaction with life is a result of his failure…
One of the most important, as well as most obvious themes in the play is the theme of feminism. A Doll’s House throws light on the status of women in the society particularly during the 19th century which was highly male dominated, and the lack of identity and personal freedom that every oppressed woman victimized…
Christine Linde, addressed simply as Mrs. Linde, is yet another secondary character in the play. She is an old friend of Nora’s, and understands Nora better than anyone else. She is a practical, mature, loyal, helpful woman with an excellent sense of judgment. Christine has lived through a difficult past, with a sick mother and…
Nils Krogstad is one the secondary characters in the play, but important nonetheless. He holds a position subordinate to that of Helmer in the Bank, and is initially portrayed as an unscrupulous, dishonest and unsympathetic man. Even before his entry in the play, he is painted as a typical villain, cruel and devoid of morals.…
Nora Helmer, the main protagonist of the story, is the wife of Torvald and a mother of three children. She lives like a doll in a doll-house, and her character serves as a symbol for every oppressed woman who is restricted from living a free life. In the beginning of the play, Nora is shown…
Torvald Helmer, one of the main characters in the story, is Nora Helmer’s husband. He may be described as one of the antagonists of the story, and plays the role of a controlling, dominating man in Nora’s life. Torvald is introduced to the audience as rather a condescending man who sees himself as superior to…
John Snow, who was a practicing obstetrician in London during the Victorian era speculated that cholera, (originated from a contaminated water supply pump on Broad Street. Mayo Clinic (2017) has reported that “cholera is a bacterial disease usually spread through contaminated water. Cholera causes severe diarrhea and dehydration. Left untreated, cholera can be fatal in…
Introduction The criminal justice system and the United States law enforcement, has embraced community corrections, because of its impact in assisting the incarcerated persons in their transition back to the society. The aim of introducing community correction was to serve as an alternative to imprisonment for those serving their jail term but has reformed or…
