Rewritten Classic Literature: Offering a Deeper Understanding of Characters and Narration Techniques

 The many forms and types of literature often give readers a glimpse into the past; whether if that was the author’s initial intention or not. When classic literature is rewritten, the author has the ability to construct a new narrative that, while adding, removing, or clarifying strategic details, can offer the reader a deeper … Read more

The Importance of Paintings in the Renaissance

 Paintings in the Renaissance Explain (cause and effect) the importance of the achievements in your selected area. SOURCE 1 "Renaissance Art – Facts & Summary – HISTORY.Com." HISTORY.Com, 2018, https://www.history.com/topics/renaissance-art. PAINTINGS : • Renaissance (Re-birth) • 15th Century • Oil paintings and perspectives changed the way of art. • Started painting more things lifelike … Read more

Exploring the Affluent Neighborhood of Indian Lakes Crossing in Virginia Beach

 Neighborhoods Poor Neighborhood   Food Lion: 2401 Colley Ave Norfolk, VA  23517 Hours: 6:00am-10:00pm Affluent Neighborhood   Harris Teeter: 5060 Ferrell Parkway, Indian Lakes Crossing Virginia Beach, VA 23464 Hours: 24 hours a day Affluent Neighborhood Indian Lakes is a neighborhood that sits between Lynnhaven Parkway and Indian River Road. Adjacent and even connecting … Read more

The Causes and Effects of the Ongoing Afghanistan War

 Introduction The Afghanistan war began back in 2001 and is still ongoing with The United States and Allied soldiers still fighting in Afghanistan to this today. With seventeen years passing since the United Nations first deployed troops to the rough mountainous landscape known as Afghanistan, it has been a tough uphill battle with thousands … Read more

The Ethical Debate: To What Extent Is Gentrification Detrimental to Local Communities?

 To what extent is gentrification detrimental to local communities? Gentrification is a sensitive topic throughout cities and communities alike regardless of size; the term coined by Ruth Glass, a british sociologist, in 1964; according to Dictionary.com, gentrification is “The buying and renovation of houses and stores in deteriorated urban neighborhoods by upper or middle-income … Read more

The Guangxu Emperor’s Poor Leadership: The Abolishment of the Chinese Examination System in the One-Hundred Days of Reform

 After being carved into spheres of influence for decades and a crushing defeat in the Sino-Japanese wars, it became a humiliating realization to the Chinese people that they could no longer stand up to the powers who they once viewed as inferior. Reform was lingering in the minds of many, including the Guangxu Emperor … Read more

The Minister’s Black Veil: Symbolism and Themes

 "This veil is a type and a symbol, and I am bound to wear it ever, both in light and darkness, in solitude and before the gaze of multitudes, and as with strangers, so with my familiar friends. No mortal eye will see it withdrawn" (Hawthorne 1134). While it may not always be a … Read more

Analysis of Selected Poems

This essay includes an analysis of the following poems: “David” by Earle Birney “Because I Never Learned” by Patrick Lane “The Onondaga Madonna” by Duncan Campbell Scott “The Forsaken” by Duncan Campbell Scott “The Song My Paddle Sings” by E. Pauline Johnson “The Skater” by Charles G.D. Roberts “What Do I Remember of the Evacuation?” … Read more

Benefits of Organic Foods on Society

 Benefits of Organic Foods on Society One major change in today’s nutritional culture is that organic foods are becoming increasingly popular. According the American Academy of Pediatrics, the US market for organic foods has grown from $3.5 billion in 1996 to $28.6 billion in 2010 (e1406). Organic foods are those produced without the use … Read more

Capitalism vs Socialism: Analyzing the Importance of Capitalism from a Business Philosophy Perspective

 It is important for individuals to first seek to understand the advantages and disadvantages that are aligned to Capitalism and Socialism before delving in any meaningful debate. While Capitalism’s main concern is to advocate for private property ownership and freedom of individuals to produce and purchase at their benefit or detriment, Socialism on the … Read more