Essays and Research Papers on (All) Literature

A 5 page paper that discusses two books: The Surrounded by D'Arcy McNickle and The Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man by James Weldon Johnson. The discussion uses one excerpt from each story to demonstrate the irony of each story. In each case, the protagonist believes certain actions will bring about a better life but the ...

A 6 page paper which examines the search for identity through music, learning, and people in James Weldon Johnson’s work “The Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man.” No additional sources cited.

This 5 page paper discusses Stanley Hirshson's biography of General George Patton, and concludes that the book is an exposé more than it is a biography. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses Sam Houston as he is portrayed in the biography by Randolph Campbell. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 3 page paper which offers a book report on three separate books. The books are Albert Einstein (DK Biography) by Frieda Wishinsky, The Night the Bells Rang by Natalie Kinsey-Warnock and Jim Davis by John Masefield. No sources cited.

A five page paper which looks at the importance of the relationship between Katharine and Almasy in The English Patient and how their love signifies the transcending of boundaries which is a vital feature in the final outcome of Almasy’s fate. Biography lists 1 source

This 5 page paper provides a critical analysis of "Loverboy", the short story by Ana Castillo. This paper addresses plot, character, setting, point of view, theme, etc. Furthermore, a brief biography of Castillo is provided as is analysis of a critique of "Loverboys" that appeared in Tucson Weekly. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4 page paper discusses Lorrie Moore's short story "How to Become a Writer" and gives a brief biography of the writer. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 7 page paper considers the work of Aaron Wildavsky and his theories on public administration. The paper starts by consideration of the man behind the work, with a brief biography. The paper then concentrates on his book the Politics of the Budgetary Process with a synopsis of some of the main messages and lesson ...

This 5 page paper gives a brief biography of Stan Berenstain (the man behind the Berenstain bears); a summary of one of the books; and argues that his life did impact his writing. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper that discusses William Gibson's play, The Miracle Worker, which is a biography of the early years of Helen Keller. A very brief synopsis is provided. The writer then discusses what moral lessons students can learn from this work. The essay concludes with four specific activities a teacher can use after ...

A 4 page research paper that examines two of her works, a short story entitled "Sweat" and her most famous novel The Eyes Were Watching God in regards to how Hurston portrays gender relations. The writer argues that, for the most part, this is pictured as a battleground between the sexes in which women have ...

A 20 page research paper that analyzes Charlotte Bronte's classic novel Jane Eyre. The writer begins with a brief biography of Charlotte Bronte's life and then offers a general synopsis of the novel before discussing specific characterizations, as well as parallels between Bronte's life and that of her fictionalized heroine. The writer concludes by arguing ...

An 8 page research paper which analyzes the biographies of three famous African-American authors-Gordon Parks, Anne Moody, and Lorraine Hansberry. The writer demonstrates how each author used their background as inspiration for art and activism that served to combat racism and increase understanding. The writer also shows how differences in their situations served to make ...

This 5 page paper gives a brief biography on Nelle Harper Lee, the author of To Kill a Mockingbird. The book is analyzed for the theme of good versus evil and the loss of innocence. Symbols are explained and exampled. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper gives a brief biography of Gregory Bateson and reviews his book, “Steps to an Ecology of Mind.” Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 3 page paper reviews Anderson's 2004 book, Guerrillas: Journeys in the Insurgent World; it also gives a brief biography of the author. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page research paper that considers the names Umberto Saba, James Joyce, W.B. Yeats, and Michael Collins. The writer argues that as this list progresses, the biographies of each of these writers/poets demonstrates that each of these literary luminaries were progressively more involved and active in the central cause of Irish patriot Michael Collins, ...

A 6 page research paper that, first of all, discusses the biography of American playwright Romulus Linney. The writer discusses his many accomplishments and his writing and then particularly focuses on Linney's play Holy Ghosts, offering a synopsis and analysis. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5 page paper begins with a short biography and then moves on to compare two short stories and find common elements of the author’s style. Hemingway’s work is analyzed in terms of his own experiences. Bibliography lists 4 sources

This five-page-paper presents a discussion about the life and writings of John Steinbeck. His biography is detailed and two of his works are critiqued. Bibliography lists four sources.

5 pages. With a brief biography about Mikhail Bulgakov this paper then emphasizes his book Heart of a Dog. The theme of the book as well as the major characters and their importance within the work are discussed and analyzed. The structure of the work and Bulgakov's narrative strategies are considered in this ...

5 page biography of author Nathaniel Hawthorne with brief analytical discussion of his more popular works (i.e., 'Young Goodman Brown'). Bibliography lists 5+ sources.

This 10 page research paper/essay, which includes a 1 page outline, pertains to Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert. The paper includes Flaubert's biography, a summary of the novel, its public reception, and discussion of critical opinion. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

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.