Document A was written for the purpose of teaching about how the middle ages were dark for Europe. The author explains that governments in Europe from 476 to about 1100 were crashing because of the decline in commerce and manufacturing, in education, in literature and the arts. It also doesn't help that the deadly bubonic plague was spreading at a scary rate, estimated to have killed 30–60% of Europe's total population. In total, the plague may have reduced the world population from an estimated 450 million down to 350–375 million in the 14th century. In document C Wikipedia explains how Europe’s architecture during the middle ages showed that they were going through a golden age because the architecture was a breakthrough in architecture all…
As a key architect of the technology of the world, an engineer has a professional obligation to not only their employer’s satisfaction and safety, but to the public who will be directly or indirectly effected by their designs and choices. We are beholden to far more than our client. This is a dynamic that plays a key-role in “Henry’s Daughters”, which is a film that focuses on the actions of a retired engineer (Henry) and his two daughters who are both engineers. The purpose of this essay will be to underpin the key scenes of the film that lead to the ultimate downfall of these three engineers and use them to emphasize the importance of Ethics in the field of Engineering.…
The three portraits that are being exhibited at the Dunham Bible Museum are breathtaking, these paintings touched my heart and were the reasons why I chose to write about these paintings: The Messiah, the detailed portrait of Jesus crucified, it shows the love that God has for us, to send Jesus, his only son to save us, to save me, and that his death has given humanity a chance to redeem ourselves, as well the words "Father forgive them" are so powerful as it shows how pure Jesus heart was that he forgave us and died for our sins. He is truly our best example to follow. What are you doing for me? When I see this painting, somehow I can transport myself into many moments in my life when I didn't have God as a priority in my life but He is a…
The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls is a memoir relaying the young life of the author as she struggles to live through poverty with her family. As he gradually ages throughout the book, Jeannette has to face the hardships of a normal growing girl while also facing problems that go on behind closed doors. Walls gives the reader hard-to-read tales of growing up, acting as a parent figure to her younger siblings due to neglect, and trying to keep the family financially stable. At the same time, as she ages and becomes more mature, she tries to break free from her familial roots and move to New York. Once it seems like Jeannette and her siblings have their chance to get out and move to New York, their parents follow them there and decided to live on the streets without a home. Now Walls and her siblings, whom have all moved on, must…
The Glass Castle written by Jeannette Walls is a remarkable true story of a family and the problems they face because of poverty. This two hundred and eighty eight page book is a truly inspiring and astonishing memoir. This book was published in 2005 and has spent more than three years on the New York Times bestseller list. This book would be great for high school students for many reasons. For one high school students aren’t exposed to memoirs very often. Secondly, it’s a more modern piece of literature which is a refreshing break from all the older pieces literature we tend to read in school. Third, it’s a great book for sparking class discussion.…
King Henry VIII was a man known for being girl crazy, he seemed like he would want a new girl everyday. In a way he loved girls, but had no feelings for them. According to Lord Mountjoy to Erasmus, 1509 “He used to marry a new wife every day, and chop off her head next morning.”(Lord Mountjoy to Erasmus, 1509) He had been married six times; divorced four times, and beheaded two of them. He was the reason of getting rid of the pope’s power in England, because of the very reason of wanting to get a divorce. He was a relentless tyrant that wanted virtue, glory and immortality.…
writing on the walls tells how they survived. As time went on castles became more and more…
The ten main statutes of the new Norman government deal with different aspects of the English sociological, economic, cultural, religious and legal organization.…
In this essay I am going to try and find out why King Henry VIII created the Church of England. In 1532 he broke with papal authority and announced himself head of the church in England, in 1533 the Church of England was created and in 1535 monasteries were closed. There are many arguments to do with economics, power, popularity, religion and finally succession and his personal life. Henry did not believe that any woman would be fit to rule the land.…
Royalty and adventure, mystery and quests, queens and their riches, kings and their deaths, one would think these would be scattered around the world never suspecting all could be found in the famous Westminster Abbey. Known around the world for its historical significance, Westminster Abbey is one of the largest memorial sites. It contains both graves and dedicated memorabilia to some of the most famous influential people. Millions of visitors tour each year and more are expected in the coming years with the addition of the of a museum. The Westminster Abbey has hosted everything from birth to death but will remain a major landmark of England as it has withstood the test of time and change.…
The Play King Henry V was set in England in the early fifteenth century. King Henry IV has died, and his son, the young King Henry V, has just assumed the throne. Henry lays claim to certain parts of France, based on his distant roots in the French royal family and on a very technical interpretation of ancient land laws. When the young prince, or Dauphin, of France sends Henry an insulting message in response to these claims, Henry decides to invade France. The climax of this war comes at the famous Battle of Agincourt, at which the English are outnumbered by the French five to one. The night before the battle, King Henry disguises himself as a common soldier and talks to many of the soldiers in his camp. Sometime later, peace negotiations are finally worked out: Henry will marry Catherine, the daughter of the French king. Henry’s son will be the king of France, and the marriage will unite the two kingdoms. One question that comes to mind as your reading this play is, do they portray King Henry as the ideal Christian king?…
In actuality, more than just famous masters of literature found their mortal remains entombed here. The remains of many of the Abbey’s former Deans and Canons abide within its walls (Westminster - Dean 1). Some of the famous poets and writers buried here include Geoffrey Chaucer, John Masefield, Charles Dickens, and Rudyard Kipling (Westminster - Dean 1). Some of the famous writers and poets commemorated here include: William Shakespeare, T. S. Elliot, Lord Byron, and Percy Shelly (Dearsley…
I apologize for my lengthy responses! I greatly enjoyed this section of the book, and found myself choosing several works of art that inspired me intellectually. I have a few panels within the Sistine Chapel that I was fond of. I will list them below along with my attempt to analyze them. Perhaps you can provide me with some insight and your overall opinion of this response. History commends Michelangelo for his renowned and acclaimed work on the Sistine Chapel. After careful inspection of the fresco, I noticed a few obscenities. Specifically within the panels consisting of prophets and sibyls. In addition to the chapel's interior surface, there is one distinct example of papal insult portrayed on the west wall's Last Judgement, but first I…
Lingberg and Duffy have a different look on The Medieval Church in the middle Ages. Unfortunately though, the church is often regarded as the capital of corruption, evil, and worldliness. An overview of the crisis concerned with farming, famine and the Black Death.…
Catherine’s Palace is located just south of St. Petersburg, Russia; it shows the beauty, wealth, extravagance, and power of Imperial Russia. The palace is Russia’s own Versailles. The palace itself shows its uniqueness by the use of its many different colors, the gold accents, and its grand pillars which are scattered throughout the entire palace exterior. One of the most breathtaking views of the palace is standing in front of the entrance because it shows how close one is to royalty, but it makes one feel like they are insignificant when compared to the extravagance of the palace.…
