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Endgame comparison

A reader could draw a few  thematic comparisons between “The Virginal, Vibrant, and Beautiful Dawn”, and  the Endgame. However, I believe the overarching theme in both is the idea of being trapped within the our personal barriers as well as … Continue reading

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Metamorphasis: Mark Hernandez

In Plato’s Allegory of the Cave, Plato adreses the power of human perception and how it is often flawed, leaving many of us far from the reality of any situation in our lives. The power of human perception is also … Continue reading

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Midterm Question: Mark Hernandez

Although Journey to the West(Chapter 1, Norton,1st Edition) and Jounrey to the West(pdf from Norton, 2nd Edition) may be the same story, both editions share key differences. In a well thought out essay, use evidence from both texts that highlights … Continue reading

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NYC Redlight District: Mark Hernandez

In almost every state of our country, legal prostituion is part of our distant and somewhat regretable past. Other than the state of Neveda, where there are still 8 active brothels, prostitution is a crime and is punishable up to … Continue reading

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Mark Hernandez:Heroic Journey Model: Comment 1

I believe monkey fits into the Heroic Journey model and experiences its second phase during the first chapter of Journey to the West.  In the first chapter, the monkeys are curious as to where their water source is coming from. … Continue reading

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Poem #13

Although two of our classmates have used this poem, I couldn’t help but to be drawn to it. Obviously, one of its overarching themes is loss and because I am a human being, it is unfortunately something Ive expereinced last … Continue reading

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