Essays and Research Papers on American Literature

This 6 page report discusses the ways in which the Romantic movement or period influenced the styles of art created during its time. Nathaniel Hawthorne is used as the example of American Romanticism personified. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 6 page paper discusses the several works of Raymond Carver, analyzing them for influencial experiences from his life. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 3 page annotated bibliography outlines seven books pertaining to the life and times/works of children's author, Roald Dahl. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses the cause/effect relationship between the protagonist, Mai, and her mother, in Lan Cao's book, The Monkey Bridge. Quotes included. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 3 page paper compares/contrasts the work of Willa Cather to James Welch. Formal paper presentation. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A paper which looks critically at the character of Nadine in the short story Water Child, with specific reference to her isolation, her relationships with her parents and her ex-lover, and the impact which the loss of her baby has had on her life. Bibliography lists one source.

This 3 page paper addresses the main theme of the poem, citing examples and quotes from the text. Bibliography lists 1 source.

An 8 page discussion of the manner in which rhetoric has been used to define and redefine our identities. While just a couple of generations ago we were content to stand by and watch our men go off to war, for example, today we more and more often find ourselves fighting alongside them. ...

A 5 page essay that analyzes this short story of generational conflict. The writer argues that in the modern era, the rapidity of social change has made the background of each new generation subtly different from its predecessor, resulting in a breach of understanding that is commonly known as a "generation gap." Amy ...

A 3 page paper which analyzes William Faulkner’s story “Dry September.” No additional sources cited.

This 12 page paper analyzes both Robert Louis Stevenson's Dr. Jekyll and Mr.Hyde as well as George Eliot's Middlemarch for narrative style. Quotations and examples given from text. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 3 page paper analyzes the romantic elements in Daniel Quinn's novel, Ishmael. Quotes cited from text. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 5 page fictional account of what Hitler might have thought if he read Wells’ classic work of science fiction. Written as though by Hitler himself, this paper illustrates a captivation with the wonders of science and how those wonders can be turned toward human betterment as well as with the parallels between the ...

A 4 page essay that critically analyzes Cather's short story, "The Sculptor's Funeral." The writer argues that this is a masterpiece of the short story writer's art. Within the space of a few thousand words, Cather reveals truths about human nature and the human condition. By the end of the story, the reader has a ...

A 4 page paper which presents a hypothetical dialogue on the book “Ceremony” by Leslie Silko.” No sources cited.

This 3 page paper compares the movie One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest and The Yellow Wallpaper. Examples given from both texts/film. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 7 page paper provides a brief biographical sketch of Hemingway. Furthermore, this paper examines the plot of "The Short, Happy Life of Francis Macomber" as well as using quotes and evidence from the story to support the thesis. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 3 page paper analyzes theme, setting, symbolism and more in this popular tale. This paper explores the dark themes outlined in this story. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 8 page paper discusses the use of the character Beloved symbolically throughout the story. Examples, quotes cited from text. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 10 page paper which analyzes literary criticism on Nathaniel Hawthorne's classic tale combined with a consideration of Roland Joffé's film, discussing some of the shots the filmmaker uses and what they intend to convey. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 8 page paper discusses the symbolism of the character Beloved in Toni Morrison's novel, Beloved. Quotes cited from text. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 4 page paper which examines how the chapter, inspired by Ayn Rand's Objectivist novel, "The Fountainhead," defines Howard Roark as selfish because he refuses to budge or sell his soul while Peter Keating is selfless because he was willing to do anything to sell out anyone. No sources are used.

A 5 page paper which examines the theme of narrow-mindedness in John O’Hara’s short story “Do You Like it Here?” No additional sources cited.

This 6 page report discusses John O'Hara's short story "Over the River and Through the Wood." In the story, the writer presents a deceptively simple situation in which a grandfather travels with his grand-daughter to what had once been his home. O'Hara's greatest strength as a writer is in the ways that he tells certain details while also ...

This 3 page paper provides an in-depth analysis of this passage. This paper discusses not only the literal interpretation but also provides analytical insight into the deeper meanings of this passage, including its relgious implications. Bibliography lists 1 source.