Essays and Research Papers on (All) Literature

A 5 page paper which examines various conflicts within Bernard Malamud’s “The Natural.” Bibliography lists 5 additional sources.

This is a 5 page paper comparing and contrasting 3 of Walt Whitman’s poems. Walt Whitman’s “Song of Myself”, “Drum Taps” and “A Noiseless Patient Spider” analyzed in order of publication show how Whitman uses many of the same techniques within his works, such as rhythm, simple diction, imagery and punctuation to highlight emotions and ...

A seven page paper which looks at the way Dostoevsky and Gorky make use of animal imagery in Notes from the Underground and Chelkash, particularly with regard to the way in which the characters in the two works perceive themselves and others.

This 8 page paper considers the he portrayal given of conquerors Hernan Cortes and Christopher Columbus in both Bernal Diaz’s “The Conquest of New Spain” and A Brief Account of the Devastation of the Indies by Bartolome de las Casas. The writer considers what both accounts to indicate what the impression of the men is ...

A 6 page paper which examines realism in Mark Twain’s “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.” Bibliography lists 4 additional sources.

This 6.5 page paper discusses the elements of modernism in both Their Eyes Were Watching God and The Sound and the Fury. Examples are given and supported with quotes from the text. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 5-page paper, drawing on Tobias Wolff's autobiography, "The Boy's Life," discusses topics including the symbolism behind the car and Toby's costumes, what Toby was lacking in a father and gender roles in the 1950s, when the book took place.

A 5 page essay that examines the role of myth in Morrison's Beloved. The writer argues that Morrison draws on the biblical story of Cain and Morrison explores the nature of being "marked" by sin in a manner that transposes the myth of Cain to a setting that illuminates the emotional ramifications on the ...

A 5 page paper assessing the speeches of these two characters of Homer’s “The Illiad.” Nestor is a king and old by standards in Homer’s time. He is a ruler in his own right and possesses sound logic and an ability to stir people to action. Andromache is the devoted wife of ...

A 5 page essay that contrasts and compares Tennessee Williams' play The Glass Menagerie and James Thurber's short story "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty." The writer argues that both works feature characters that prefer a rich fantasy life to the real world. Furthermore, in both cases, their characters use fantasy as a mental defense ...

A 5 page essay that examines Michael Herr's critical acclaimed account of his experiences as a war correspondent during the Vietnam War entitled Dispatches. The writer discusses Herr's style, technique and structure in accomplishing his thematic goal of describing the war from the ordinary soldier's point of view. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines the issue of race in Michael Ondaatje’s novel “Coming Through Slaughter.” Bibliography lists 5 additional sources.

This 7 page paper discusses the short story Hills Like White Elephants by Ernest Hemingway. The story is analyzed from a male/female perspective on the topic of abortion. Examples are given from text, quoted and cited. The story analyzes symbolism, setting, characterization and language. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper contrasts and compares two books of John Updike: Of the Farm and A Month of Sundays. Characterization, theme and content are explored. Examples supported with quotes from the text. Critique is also included as well as brief synopsis of each book. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page paper argues that the message in Aristophanes play, The Clouds is a harsh critique of a education system and how it was able to corrupt Ancient Greek society. The bibliography cites 1 source.

This 5 page paper analyzes Brian Friel's play, Translations. In particular, attention is paid to the dynamics between the officer Yolland and the translator, Owen. Examples are given, quoted and cited from text. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses the issues which arise from the analysis of Ursula LeGuin's story: The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas. This disturbing story is analyzed for symbolism, content, theme, and message. Quotes cited from the text. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This is a 5 page paper comparing marriage in Henrik Ibsen’s “A Doll’s House” and Mary Wollstonecraft’s “A Vindication of the Rights of Women”. In a comparison of Henrik Ibsen’s “A Doll’s House” (1879) and Mary Wollstonecraft’s “A Vindication of the Rights of Women” (1792), Ibsen tells the story of an unequal relationship in the ...

A 5 page essay that examines the theme of identity in Ralph Ellison's Invisible Man. An examination of this classic novel demonstrates how the unnamed narrator of the novel emerges from the "labyrinth" of the self-knowledge to be confident within himself and resolved to act. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines the differences in human values presented in the cultures of “The Inferno” and “The Epic of Gilgamesh.” Bibliography lists 3 additional sources.

A 5 page paper that examines the story of Beowulf as it involves a reflection of fame, fate, and the ornamental arts. NO additional sources cited.

This 5 page paper discusses the synopsis of Things Fall Apart by C. Achebe in view of its historical accuracy. Examples are given from noted experts, quotes and cited examples given from Achebe's text. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses the use of symbolism by Tennessee Williams in A Streetcar Named Desire, and Toni Morrison's, Beloved. A brief definition of symbolism is given. Examples are supported with quotes from the text, and cited. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines the position of Maggie in Stephen Crane’s “Maggie: A Girl of the Streets” in relationship to opportunities available for women at the turn of the century. The paper argues that while there were opportunities in some parts of the country, Maggie’s environment and position in society were such that there were no options ...

A 5 page paper which contrasts various elements in George Orwell’s “Down and Out in Paris and London” and “Road to Wigan Pier.” Bibliography lists 3 additional sources.