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Fire and Ice

Complete Destruction by: William Carlos Williams It was an icy day. We buried the cat, then took her box and set fire to it in the back yard. Those fleas that escaped earth and fire died by the cold. The … Continue reading

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Human Madness.

“I am but mad north-north-west: when the wind is/southerly I know a hawk from a handsaw” (Hamlet. Act II Scene II.) Hamlet’s ability to control his madness throughout the play is vital to each ensuing detail. Without his premeditated “crazy”, … Continue reading

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Death of a Salesman

Title: Death of a Salesman Author: Arthur Miller Characters: Willy Loman: Traveling salesman slightly senile with old age, often in his own world during the play. Perpetually unhappy, regretful, lost Linda Loman: Willy’s wife, worried about Willy’s wellbeing. Biff Loman: … Continue reading

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Harmony in Meals

The Last Supper of Jesus and his disciples is renowned for a time of harmony before the ultimate conflict. As the story goes, Jesus sits down at a table to break bread for the last time with the twelve apostles … Continue reading

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Relax.

When taking any type of exam, it is all too easy to become overwhelmed and frantic. As cliché as it may be, it is critical to remember that only with a calm mind can one complete the exam to the … Continue reading

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Being Found

As I reflect on The Perks of Being a Wallflower I realize that although the epistolary format is somewhat unique, and the chronicling of a teenager’s struggles is intriguing, the most captivating aspect of the novel for me is the … Continue reading

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