Essays Tagged: "motif"

Most Important Line in Hamlet

he conscience of the king.' (II, ii, 617). In the play, the issue of a clear conscience forms a key motif. When the conscience of the characters appears, it does so as a result of some action; as in t ... mes'. With a little insight, even the actions of the king follow suit with the conscience to action motif.All of the soliloquies in Hamlet are prompted by some sort of action, and they all serve to cl ...

(3 pages) 52 0 3.7 Jan/1997

Subjects: Literature Research Papers > European Literature > Authors > Shakespeare > Hamlet

CONCERT PAPER 3

as not allowed to climax, then is aborted by a sudden change to pianissimo. The so called Beethoven motif was used throughout the piece, very effectively I might add. Barbara Wieman was very animated ...

(4 pages) 205 1 4.2 Feb/1997

Subjects: Art Essays > Music History & Studies > Performers & Composers

Taxi Driver

'The Other' is a theme, motif or figure which seems to appear over and over in the movie. It could be nature, women, other r ...

(3 pages) 69 0 3.5 Jan/1994

Subjects: Art Essays > Film & TV Studies > Film Review and Analysis

The Riddle of the Sphinx

of fertility in nature,with birth, death, and resurrection of vegetation as a constantly recurring motif. Though themodern interpretation of myths is not general but a specific explanation for myths ...

(2 pages) 54 0 2.3 Dec/1996

Subjects: Humanities Essays > Classical Studies > Mythology

A Brief Investigation Into The Nature Motif Of Erich Remarque's " All Quiet on the western front"

es more than graphic description to support his themes. Remarquealso utilizes a very defined nature motif, with the forces of nature constantly rebelling against the conflict it playsbattleground to. ... ace of nationalism, political ill will, oreven personal feelings.It should be noted that the nature motif is carried consistently throughout the novel, and that it supportsmany of the author's lesser ...

(4 pages) 59 1 3.7 Mar/1997

Subjects: Literature Research Papers > European Literature

Motifs involved in the play "King Lear" by Shakespeare. Includes Goneril's speech

Shakespeare uses many motifs to expand on the themes of the story. His most-used motif revolves around filial responsibili ... though, Cordelia saves Lear from the betrayal of Goneril and Regan.Shakespeare develops these major motifs with supporting motifs. He describes how revenge can affect families and create problems for ... at when Cordelia refused to cater to his wishes, he banishes her in a fit of rage.Using the various motifs, Shakespeare makes many thematic statements about filial responsibility. Without scrutiny, ma ...

(2 pages) 30 0 3.5 Mar/1997

Subjects: Literature Research Papers > European Literature > Authors > Shakespeare

"The Pearl" by John Steinbeck

o become successful. Steinbeck, a novelist known for his realisticdepictions of life, portrays this motif through Kino, the doctor, Coyotito, and the town of LaPaz. John Earnst Steinbeck, author of Th ...

(3 pages) 66 0 4.3 Jul/1996

Subjects: Literature Research Papers > North American > Authors > John Steinbeck

The "Flip-side" of Power An essay on the conflict of power and safety in Macbeth

at decrease his security. In the play Macbeth, despite appearances of paradox, Shakespeare uses the motif "safe" to illustrate the theme that men's goals to have safety and power are almost impossible ...

(4 pages) 36 0 3.7 Nov/2002

Subjects: Literature Research Papers > European Literature > Authors > Shakespeare > Macbeth

Essay on Superstition in The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn

SuperstitionSuperstition is a recurring motif in the book The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. Superstition is defined as "an irrational beli ...

(3 pages) 46 0 3.0 Nov/2002

Subjects: Literature Research Papers

Jane Eyre Literary Analysis

Jane Eyre Literary AnalysisIn the novel, Jane Eyre, the motif of fire is the most predominant symbol in the book. It is used to symbolize conflicts, danger, ... most predominant symbol in the book. It is used to symbolize conflicts, danger, and of comfort. The motif of fire is shown through three main examples: Mrs. Temple's fire, Mr. Rochester's fire, and St ...

(2 pages) 62 1 3.6 Dec/2002

Subjects: Literature Research Papers

This essay explains how Arthurian legends and current movies, like Spiderman, all use the motif of Concealing Identities.

comic superhero Superman? Whatever it is, it's enough to be used over and over again as a timeless motif that has been and will continue to be interwoven throughout our literature and entertainment, ... e and find the truly good-hearted among the peoples.Concealed identities are a constant reoccurring motif in many different types of literature, from film to novel. It is a topic that can be spread th ...

(3 pages) 51 0 4.2 Dec/2002

Subjects: Literature Research Papers > European Literature

This essay I wrote for my English class. It describes the importance of Hamlet's soliloquys on his character development.

r.Hamlet's Act I Scene 2 serves to introduce Hamlet for the first time in depth. Firstly, the death motif is introduced in the opening lines of this soliloquy. Hamlet despairs at his mother's marriage ...

(5 pages) 148 1 4.8 Jan/2003

Subjects: Literature Research Papers > European Literature > Authors > Shakespeare > Hamlet

"Frankenstein" by Mary Shelly. Examination of acquiring knowledge in the three main characters.

The main motif in Mary Shelly's "Frankenstein" is acquiring knowledge. The three main characters of the book; ...

(2 pages) 102 2 3.0 Feb/2003

Subjects: Literature Research Papers > North American > Authors

Bigger: describes how and why Americans was to eat more, drive bigger cars, ect. Culture of excess in America discussed

st two decades. Furthermore, this need for excess, as Keger states, "has become a truly egalitarian motif, one that cuts across class and cultural lines." Average Americans have made sure that the ric ...

(4 pages) 123 1 4.5 Feb/2003

Subjects: Area & Country Studies Essays

"The Chess Players" Book Three Chapter Five We were assigned a chapter of Crime and Punishment by Dostoyevsky had to find major motifs in the chapter.

ble proof of his views. Some things simply cannot be escaped.Alcohol: Alcohol has been a continuous motif through out the novel, but serving different purposes in its symbolism. In this chapter, it is ... ce is to the reality.Eyes/Sight: While eyes are part of the face and therefore related to the above motif, they are used to often on their own they deserve separate attention. That idea is reflected o ...

(3 pages) 24 0 0.0 Mar/2003

Subjects: Literature Research Papers > European Literature

Imagery(or motifs)in William Shakespeare's "Hamlet"

ere is a slight foreshadowing of the play's tragic ending. The tragic atmosphere is enhanced by the motif of disease and decay. These descriptions of disease, poison, and decay help us to understand t ...

(5 pages) 140 0 4.7 Mar/2003

Subjects: Literature Research Papers > European Literature > Authors > Shakespeare > Hamlet

Figurative Language in Shakespeare's Macbeth.

such as light and clothing to interpret the characters or themes. He also repeated several words as motifs throughout the play. A motif is a recurring theme in a story. One of the main motifs that Sha ... ory locks at me.", which describes the bloody murder of Mabeth's ex-friend.Another use of the blood motif can be symbolized as guilt. After the murder of Duncan, Macbeth and Lady Macbeth both have a m ...

(2 pages) 79 2 5.0 Apr/2003

Subjects: Literature Research Papers > European Literature > Authors > Shakespeare > Macbeth

The First Movement of Bela Bartok's Concerto for Orchestra.

arly seen in this movement). Much of the work is based on a scalic idea Bartok called his 'germinal motif.' It is based on an Arabic scale, and is found in much eastern European traditional music.The ... ead up to the first subject consists of an ostinato which the subject is then based on.The germinal motif is very evident in the first subject. He allows the idea to grow, while never losing it, and i ...

(2 pages) 58 0 5.0 May/2003

Subjects: Art Essays > Music History & Studies

"A Romance of the Republic" by Lydia Maria Child.

atriarchy, and class status. Oneaspect of this story that is unique is the constant use of a flower motif, through which the readeris drawn into a Paradise that is fantastically created, an Eden that ... th-century belief that what you are assigned at birth mustcontinue throughout your life. The flower motif used here further propagates the feeling ofindividuals having special beauty whether they are ...

(5 pages) 28 0 0.0 Jun/2003

Subjects: Humanities Essays > Philosophy

ETA Hoffmann "The Sandman".

omantic poet. Throughout the story, eyes are of particular significance. In Nathanael's letters the motif of the eyes is recurrent and the motif is again highlighted in the latter part of the story, t ... hlighted in the latter part of the story, told by the narrator. In this essay, I aim to discuss the motif of the eyes in the story. I will begin with a discussion of the general significance of eyes a ...

(2 pages) 40 1 0.0 Jul/2003

Subjects: Literature Research Papers