Comparative Study of Text and Context: Elective 2- Texts in Time – Gail Perry Module A: Comparative Study of Texts and Context This module requires students to compare texts in order to explore them in relation to their contexts. It develops students’ understanding of the effects of context and questions of value. Each elective in this module requires the study of groups of texts which are to be selected from a prescribed text list. These texts may be in different forms or media. Students
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Context of Frankenstein And Blade Runner Written and published in 1816-1818‚ Frankenstein typifies the most important ideas of the Romantic era‚ among them the primacy of feelings‚ the dangers of intellect‚ dismay over the human capacity to corrupt our natural goodness‚ the agony of the questing‚ solitary hero‚ and the awesome power of the sublime. Its Gothic fascination with the dual nature of humans and with the figurative power of dreams anticipates the end of the nineteenth century and the
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two texts that stem from the same universal themes but different contexts are compared we gain a sophisticated understanding of the values being presented. The time the text was created shapes the meaning‚ values and significance of the text and shapes the ways in which they are received. Scientific advancement and environmental concern are common themes evident in both texts that are presented differently due to the historical context in which they we created‚ ultimately strengthening the responders
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about the themes of two texts and the context in which they were written. The two texts ‘Frankenstein’ and ‘Blade Runner’ both embody themes of science‚ creation and nature that are reflected in the author’s life and what was happening in the world around them. By examining Mary Shelley’s life we can see many of the key themes of her time reflected in Frankenstein. The novel Frankenstein was written in 1818 and follows the story of a scientist‚ Victor Frankenstein and his quest for creating life. However
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First Composer: Howard Shore is one of today’s most respected and honored composers and music conductors. Shore’s music has been performed in concerts throughout the world including Washington International School! In 2003‚ Shore conducted his own masterpiece‚ The Lord of the Rings‚ at the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra and Chorus in the world premiere of its new symphony in Wellington. Since then‚ the work has had over 140 performances by the most prestigious orchestras in America. His work with
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Composers illustrate paradigms that correspond with their social‚ historical and economic contexts. The capacity of such ideals transcends with in time with Mary Shelly’s 19th century novel ‘Frankenstein’ and Ridley Scott’s sci-fi film ‘Bladerunner’ . Both texts pose similar disclosures regarding the existence and morals of humanity. As a romanticist Shelly condemns humanities intrusion with nature and attempts to override it. Similarly Scott replies with a critique of humanities ruthless ambitions
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Grades do not Reflect Intelligence As young adults we have been tested many times over the years‚ whether it be by a parent‚ friend or life itself however‚ the most common of tests we receive are from school. Growing up we were taught to believe that A meant smart and F meant dumb. Time and time again this caused distress in students who were very smart but declared dumb by the education system. Contrary‚ students who were receiving higher marks are not necessarily the most intelligent. Eventually
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What Makes Us Human? The title human can have many different meanings‚ and can be used in different ways. Today I’m going to be telling you about what it means to be human in the classic text Frankenstein by Mary Shelley‚ and the epic film Blade Runner by Ridley Scott with reference to contexts. Humans are known to exploit the world and people around them for their own benefit‚ but at the same time humans can love fiercely and show compassion in the most unlikely of circumstances. These traits
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What advantages and disadvantages did Baroque composers have in the patronage system? What did they gain from this practice? What limitations did it place on them?mdfkjdskjfjdfjssssssssssssssssssssssssllllllllfjldssssssssss- ssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss- ssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss- ssssfWhat advantages and disadvantages did Baroque composers have in the patronage system? What did they gain from this practice? What limitations did it
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Bladerunner analysis deconstruction 1. Dramatic Music in the intro Echos the end/conclusion 2 Blade runner in red blood‚ pasion‚ life all those things 3 sound scape noted‚ theme music‚ can be sad‚ evocative 4 crawler for description of the back story and context of what happens in the (film Sci-Fi) 5 Tyrell corporation in different font
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