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Papers On American Literature
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Robert Pirsig's 'Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance'
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A 15 page review of the 1974 book by Robert Persig. Explores the concept of perception and how it relates to the ancient philosophy of Zen. Illuminates Persig's concern with the decline in American values and in systems such as our educational system. No additional sources are listed.
Filename: Zenart.rtf

Robert Pirsig's 'Lila' / Metaphysics Of Quality
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A 5 page analysis of the concepts presented by Pirsig as they relate to what he calls 'dynamic quality.' No additional sources cited.
Filename: Lila.wps

Combat Stories: An Interview With A World War II Medic
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An 8 page research paper that recounts what World War II was like for the medics that served the front lines. Told in the form of an interview with a World War II veteran, the writer relates war stories gained from research done in this area. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Ww2view.rtf

D-Day June 6, 1944 : The Climactic Battle of World War II by Stephen E. Ambrose
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5 pages in length. An in-depth review of the title book. Evaluates the book, gives thought on the content of the book and concisely summarizes the book's major themes. The information and first hand narratives collected by the author make this book and the story it has to tell come alive. The reader is brought back to that time in history and can re-live these moments of terror, tragedy and triumph through the pages of this unforgettable book. Bibliography lists one source.
Filename: JGAambrs.wps

Owen and Hardy on World War I
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A 5 page paper comparing Wilfred Owen's 'Dulce Et Decorum Est' and Thomas Hardy's 'The Man He Killed,' both poems born of combat in World War I. Reaction to Owen's descriptions in 'Dulce Et Decorum Est' transcends mere emotion; in 'The Man He Killed,' Hardy evokes it by avoiding any allusion to it. Both, however, leave the reader affected. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: KSOwenHar.wps

Kingston’s “The Woman Warrior” and a Sense of Self
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A 6 page paper analyzing this autobiographical work by Maxine Hong Kingston. The paper looks at the degradation of women in traditional Chinese-American families, and shows how Kingston used myth to build a sense of self. No additional sources.
Filename: KBkingst.wps

Pearl S. Buck's 'The Good Earth'
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4 pages in length. The objective of Pearl S. Buck in her enthralling book entitled The Good Earth is to demonstrate the inherent strength of women despite the fact that a patriarchal society has perpetually kept them oppressed. Clearly defined in the author's portrayal is that of a common bond shared between and among Chinese women with regard to their oppression. The fact that oppression has been a way of life for Chinese women is indicative of O-lan's experience as told within the pages of The Good Earth. The writer discusses the various messages addressed in Buck's The Good Earth. No additional sources cited.
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“Representations of General Nature” in Faulkner’s “Barn Burning” vs. Woolf’s “A Haunted House”
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A five page paper looking at these two stories, by William Faulkner and Virginia Woolf respectively, in terms of how well they conform to Samuel Johnson’s observation that good stories should present “representations of general nature” -- in other words, reflect common experience. No other sources.
Filename: KBnature.wps

Amy Tan’s “Two Kinds” and William Faulkner’s “Barn Burning”
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A five page paper looking at the process by which adolescents separate themselves emotionally from their parents’ values and goals. The paper argues that in both stories, the young protagonists come to the difficult realization that the person their parents want them to be is simply not who they are. No additional sources.
Filename: KB2kinds.wps

Black Identity in Faulkner’s “Light in August” and Wright’s “Black Boy”
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A six page paper comparing the protagonists of these two works (by William Faulkner and Richard Wright respectively) in terms of their racial identities, and their reactions to them. The paper asserts that it is very difficult to establish a positive racial identity when one’s race is constantly disparaged by society as a whole, and this has made both protagonists extremely hostile. Bibliography lists five sources.
Filename: KBwright.wps

Characters in Death of a Salesman and Barn Burning Compared
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This 5 page paper compares and contrasts the characters of Willy Loman, in Death of a Salesman, with Abner Snopes in William Faulkner's Barn Burning. The theme of death in both works is duly noted. The nature of the characters is the focus of this paper. No additional sources cited.
Filename: SA007dth.rtf

Insanity in Faulkner’s “A Rose for Emily”
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A five page paper looking at William Faulkner’s short story in terms of the mental illness of its protagonist. The paper shows specific points in the story in which Emily can be shown to be insane. No other sources.
Filename: KBemily4.wps

Logical Tragedy as Presented by Faulkner & Hemingway
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This 9 page paper discusses the premise that, as presented in 'The Sound and the Fury' and 'A Farewell to Arms,' there is a logical sequence of failure and heartache around which both tragedies revolve. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Loneliness & Pride in “A Rose for Emily”
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A 5 page paper providing a critical analysis of this short story by William Faulkner. Specific points covered are theme, foreshadowing, irony, setting, and moral effect. The paper suggests that Faulkner’s intent was to show the loneliness of the wealthy, whom are considered by the rest of society to “have it all”.
Filename: KBemily.wps

Oppositions in “A Rose for Emily” and “An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge”
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A five page paper looking at the way these two stories by William Faulkner and Ambrose Bierce, respectively, illustrate binary thinking about the relationship of North and South. The paper concludes that thinking in terms of opposites limits one’s options, both in attitudes and behavior. No additional sources.
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Recurring Themes & Images In William Faulkner's 'A Rose For Emily,' 'Barn Burning' & 'The Bear'
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A 5 page paper which examines the way in which William Faulkner repeats themes and images in his short stories, 'A Rose For Emily,' 'Barn Burning' and 'The Bear.' Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: TGfaulkr.rtf

Reviving the Past in Fitzgerald and Faulkner
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A 5 page paper looking at the ways these two authors bring the past to life in a work of short fiction set in the present. Specific examples are drawn from William Faulkner's 'A Rose for Emily' and F. Scott Fitzgerald's 'Babylon Revisited.' Bibliography lists three sources.
Filename: KBfitz.wps

Self-Absorption and Lack of Communication in Southern Literature
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An eight page paper surveying seven works of fiction by six different authors. The paper argues that because Southern heritage is so concerned with maintaining traditions and external forms of behavior (such as claustrophobic family ties), the Southern way of life invites its citizenry to live inauthentic lives. Specific authors and works discussed include William Faulkner's 'The Sound and the Fury,' Robert Penn Warren's 'All the King's Men,' Eudora Welty's 'The Wide Net' and 'Why I Live at the P.O.', Carson McCullers' 'Member of the Wedding,' Walker Percy's 'The Moviegoer,' and Flannery O'Connor's 'The River.' Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: KBwelty2.rtf

Southern Life in Faulkner's Short Stories
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An 8 page paper looking at the way Faulkner used the geography and history of the American South in his short stories. Particular stories discussed are 'Spotted Horses,' 'Barn Burning,' and 'A Rose for Emily.' Bibliography lists five sources.
Filename: KBfaulk.wps

Steinbeck’s “The Chrysanthemums” and Faulkner’s “Barn Burning”
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A five page paper looking at these two stories by John Steinbeck and William Faulkner in terms of the way they reflect the protagonist’s internal struggle with him- or herself. These struggles may be reflected in concrete action or simply transform the character from within. No additional sources.
Filename: KBstein4.wps

The Concept & Consequences of Time in Faulkner's 'The Sound and the Fury'
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A 9 page essay that examines the theme of time that flows through William Faulkner's novel entitled 'The Sound and the Fury'. This paper focuses on the means taken by each of the Compson family to escape time, therefore to escape reality. Also included is a summary of how Faulkner used the three Compson sons to represent the past, the present, and the future. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: LCSound.doc

The Town vs. the Individual in Faulkner's 'A Rose for Emily'
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A 5 page paper on William Faulkner's classic story. The paper contends that because the town holds Emily Grierson in such awe, she does not have the benefit of the intimacy with her neighbors which might have enhanced the quality of her life. Bibliography lists six sources.
Filename: KBemily2.wps

William Faulkner / Life & Works
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6 pages analyzing the life and works of William Faulkner. Includes brief biography, assessments of 'A Rose for Emily' and 'The Sound and the Fury,' as well as the recurring themes of life and death in his work. No Bibliography.
Filename: Faulkner.wps

William Faulkner / Women & Moral Value
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A 5 page exploration of the female characters in four of William Faulkner's works : The Sound and the Fury, As I Lay Dying, The Unvanquished, and Sanctuary. Bibliography lists four sources in addition to Faulkner's own books.
Filename: Faulk4.wps

William Faulkner's 'A Rose for Emily' / Comparing Two Critical Sources
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In 4 pages the author compares 'How Reader's Make Meaning' by Robert Crosman and 'Atmosphere and Theme in Faulkner's 'A Rose for Emily'' by Ray B. West, Jr., which are both about William Faulkner's story 'A Rose for Emily'. An attempt is made to answer the question of which of the two arguments are found to be convincing and why. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Readmean.wps

William Faulkner's 'A Rose For Emily' / Southern Culture
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A 6 page paper on Faulkner's short story. It shows how Southern culture as much as Emily's response to it that exerts a death grip over this character's entire life. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Emilrose.wps

William Faulkner's 'A Rose for Emily' / The Shadow Of The Father
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A 7 page paper on Faulkner's short story. It argues that Faulkner uses the posthumous character of Emily's father to show how she is limited and constricted by small-town Southern society. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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William Faulkner's 'A Rose For Emily'/ Death & Decay
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A 5 page paper analyzing these themes in William Faulkner's classic short story. The paper shows how the images of decay pertaining to the Grierson house reflects the social and moral decay of the woman who lives in it. Bibliography lists two sources.
Filename: Deathdec.wps

William Faulkner's 'A Rose for Emily'/ The Treatment of Southern Women
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This 6 page research paper examines the historical treatment of women in America, and as depicted in the novel of the 1924 William Faulkner short story, 'A Rose for Emily.' Specifically discussed is the South's refusal to 'change with the times' and the mistreatment of sheltered women who had been socially sheltered which resulted. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Rosemily.wps

William Faulkner's 'Absalom, Absalom!'
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A 6 page paper discussing Faulkner's 1936 novel 'Absalom, Absalom!' Primary to the report is a discussion of Faulkner's use of the past as a significant part of the story. No additional sources are listed. All information is drawn from the book itself.
Filename: Absalom.doc

William Faulkner's 'Absalom, Absalom!'/ Character Of Sutpen
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5 pages in length. William Faulkner's Absalom, Absalom! has been critiqued by a number of writers who have attempted to delve deep into the author's subconscious in order to understand the work's true meaning. In reviewing the characters, Sutpen is one of the most prevalent within these reviews, establishing a considerable share of attention when it comes to realizing each character's importance. The writer discusses how three separate critical sources portray the character of Sutpen. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: FaulkAbs.wps

William Faulkner's 'As I Lay Dying' / Analysis Of Characters
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An 8 page examination of the characters and their familial relationships, their strengths and weaknesses. Bibliography lists six additional sources.
Filename: Laydyin.wps

William Faulkner's 'As I Lay Dying' / Tragedy
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A 5 page paper discussing Darl as a tragic hero in William Faulkner's novel.
Filename: Tragdie.wps

William Faulkner's 'As I Lay Dying'/ Family Relationships
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A 4 page paper in which the writer explores family relationships in this Faulkner novel. The narrative of the novel is seen as indicative of the theme of the fractured family. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Laydying.rtf

William Faulkner's 'As I Lay Dying'/ Opposing Critical Viewpoints
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A 6 page paper critiquing the novel of the same name by William Faulkner. The critiquing is done as though there were two individual critics, Eldridge and Adams, discussing the book. Each has his own opinions and gradually they come to a semi-agreement in regards to their opinions. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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William Faulkner's 'Barn Burning' / Point-Of-View
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A 5 page essay discussing the reason that this story by William Faulkner is more effectively told from the child's point of view than his father's, and what Faulkner has gained from this choice. It argues that since the amoral Abner is incapable of having a moral dilemma and therefore from generating true conflict, the stronger story comes from his son. No additional sources cited.
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William Faulkner's 'Barn Burning' / Symbolism & Characterization
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A 5 page essay on the famous short story showing how the characterization of Abner Snopes is enhanced by Faulkner's use of symbolism.
Filename: Barnfau.wps

William Faulkner's 'The Bear' / Symbolism
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A 5 page paper which examines William Faulkner's use of illusions and symbols in his short story, 'The Bear.' Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Thebear.wps

William Faulkner's 'The Reivers' / Bildungsroman
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A 5 page analysis of William Faulkner's final novel. The paper examines Faulkner's use of an eleven-year-old protagonist, and discusses how well this novel fits the profile of a coming-of-age story, or Bildungsroman. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Reivers.wps

William Faulkner's 'The Sound and the Fury' / Analyzed
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This 5 page research paper reviews the 1928 William Faulkner novel, The Sound and the Fury. Specifically discussed are the decline of the southern family, the Compson's, and how each member reflects his or her individual social identity. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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William Faulkner's 'The Sound And The Fury' / Montage & Ordering
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This 5 page report discusses how Faulkner has cut and spliced the individual pieces of the story of 'The Sound and the Fury' together to create the final representation of the complicated world of one family. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Montageo.wps

William Faulkner's 'The Sound And The Fury'/ Individual & Society
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A 5 page paper showing how the theme of the individual in society is portrayed within William Faulkner's novel. The paper points out that the characteristics of the individual family members illustrate the varying ways in which our search for self-worth in society at large can go awry. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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William Faulkner/ Comparing Short Stories
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A 6 page analysis of two of William Faulkner's short stories, 'Barn Burning' and 'That Evening Sun.' In each of these stories, Faulkner addresses the economic structure of the South as a way of illustrating the social pressures that served to keep segments of the population oppressed. Despite this similarity, however, each story has diametrically opposed effects in that 'That Evening Sun' illustrates the injustice of oppression against poor blacks, yet 'Barn Burning' displays that the oppression that affected the poor whites was largely brought on by the father of the family quite intentionally. Bibliography lists 6 sources. 99bb&tes.wps
Filename: 99bbtes.rtf

Women’s Roles in Faulkner’s “The Unvanquished”
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A five page paper looking at this early novel by William Faulkner in terms of its perception of women’s roles in Southern society during the Civil War and Reconstruction. The paper concludes that Faulkner is most comfortable with women taking an active part in the war effort if they plan to return to being proper ladies when the war ends. No additional sources.
Filename: KBunvanq.wps

Willy Loman and the American Dream # 2
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Talks about Arthur Miller, and a summary and break down on Death of a Salesman 7 sources
Filename: KBWil.rtf

T.H. White's 'The Once and Future King'
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A 6 page paper which examines how T.H. White's The Once and Future King compares to other Arthurian legends, the time era it was written, and the further external factors which caused the change in these legends. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Onceking.wps

White's 'Once and Forever King'
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A 10 page report on T.H. White's 'The Once and Forever King.' The story is described in the context of an Arthurian legend-- modeled very much after stories from that particular era. Symbolism, characterization, Knighthood, and the importance of learning are among the many other elements discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Onceandf.wps

Samuel Johnson’s “Life of Richard Savage”
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A five page paper looking at this little-known work in terms of its affective power. Through a comparison of Johnson’s account of his friend’s character with the biographical data we have from James Boswell, we can see how Johnson deliberately slanted his account to provide a favorable account of his friend. Bibliography lists three sources.
Filename: KBsavage.wps

Film - 'Devil in a Blue Dress' Analyzed
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A 5 page paper which analyzes the 1995 murder mystery, Devil in a Blue Dress, which was based on a 1990 novel by Walter Mosley. Three stages of textual analysis are offered -- an interpretation of the mystery, how race affects the outcome of the mystery, and how the outcome affects our understanding of race, citing specific references to larger social issues. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Bludress.wps

Setting in 'Devil in a Blue Dress' and Skinwalkers
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A 3 page paper discussing these novels by Walter Mosley and Tony Hillerman, respectively. The paper points out that the culture of the locale in which these novels are set determines the ground rules for the entire novel. In this way, setting functions almost like the ruling spirit of the novel itself, setting the motivations of the characters in motion, and then stepping back while the characters move the plot. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Skinwalk.wps

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