In Gwyneth Jones’ book Castles Made of Sand (2002)‚ central themes include magic and the quest for the “Zen Self.” Jones asserts that both magic and the Zen Self are related to the ability to be aware of and interact with the multiple dimensions of the universe (called “information space”). One word that appears repeatedly in discussions of the nature of this “information space” is kaleidoscope. In fact‚ “kaleidoscope” appears six times over the course of the novel. When dealing with complex concepts
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his dignity that Shylock first bears his "ancient grudge" against Christians. It has required that he seek solace in the moneys he earns‚ considering them more dear to him than ever before following the abandonment he receives from both his servant Lancelot Gobbo and his daughter Jessica. Before she left‚ he treated her with care‚ considering her "his treasure" (II‚ v‚ 4) while trying to ensure that she was unaffected by the evil of Christians. Once she has left him and stolen much of his money‚ the
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Themes in The Merchant of Venice This resource is designed as a reference guide for teachers. We have listed the major themes and motifs within The Merchant of Venice and provided examples of scenes where you can study them. Themes Prejudice and social injustice Revenge‚ justice and forgiveness Money and love Motifs (Recurring elements and patterns of imagery in The Merchant of Venice which support the play’s themes) Gold/ducats‚ jewels and caskets The law Rings Music Registered charity no. 212481
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The word ’Anglican ’ originates from "ecclesia anglicana" a Medieval Latin phrase‚ dating to at least 1246 meaning ’the English Church ’. The Anglican Church dates back to the year 1538. Anglican ethical perspectives share similarities with Protestant and Catholic approaches‚ but they also have a particular character of their own. Anglican ethical tradition also draws on several central Christian beliefs held in common with Catholic theology. The roots of Anglican ethics begin in a belief that
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to society. They cannot have strength‚ as the men are the dominant sex. The only time women can have power is by means of being magical. In which case‚ they have evil intentions or prove to lead down bad paths. Queen Guinevere‚ when asked by Sir Lancelot if she had any armor in her room‚ replied “Now‚ truly‚ I have none armor neither helm‚ shield‚ sword‚ neither spear…” (485). As the Queen‚ Guinevere has no weapons to fight with or armor to defend herself with. These duties rest solely in the lives
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How Does the Language and Stagecraft in Acts IV.i and V Reveal a sympathetic Portrayal of Shylock? Is this consistent with Elizabethan attitudes towards Jews? The anti Semitic message which plagued Europe throughout the Middle Ages has spawned many thought provoking‚ controversial plays. Its complex main character‚ the unforgettable Shylock expresses true emotions‚ develops throughout the production‚ and thus brings about a different portrayal of medieval Jews‚ previously limited to that of the
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Fischer‚ From Bismarck to Hitler. The Problem Of Continuity in German History‚ London‚ 1970 (p 72 – 73) Fischer‚ F. “German War Aims”‚ in Fritz Fischer‚ World Power or Decline: The Controversy over Germany’s War Aims in the First World War‚ transl. Lancelot Farral Robert Kimber and Rita Kimber‚ New York‚ 1974 (p 21 – 26) Hodge‚ C. Encyclopedia of the Age of Imperialism‚ 1800–1914‚ Volumes 1 & 2. Greenwood Press‚ 2008. (p 307) Keegan‚ J.”War Plans”‚ In J‚ Keegan‚ The First World War. Vintage Canada‚
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Mithian sniffed a couple of white roses with a contented smile. Their gentle scent soothed her mind and soul. She exhaled allowing Tension’s stranglehold to dissipate upon the warm late afternoon breeze. Granted she still worried about the enchanted nobles in the dungeon. She could almost smell Discontent’s toxic odor hanging over the castle. But for the moment‚ she would concern herself solely with the present and future. She had her friends. She had her flowers. She had the throne. She had her
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blighted lives of those who may once have had some promise of talent or enterprise but who wind up doomed to small-town misery.” Robinson also wrote philosophical poems and‚ in his last years‚ specialized in Arthurian narratives‚ including Merlin‚ Lancelot‚ and Tristram. After his death‚ Robinson’s reputation suffered something of an eclipse‚ but many older and younger poets—including Robert Frost‚ James Dickey‚ and James Wright—have borne witness to Robinson’s continuing power. He was also one of
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“The Day of Destiny” from Morte D’Arthur by Sir Thomas Malory And quickly King Arthur moved himself with his army along the coastline westward‚ toward Salisbury. And there was a day assigned betwixt King Arthur and Sir Mordred that they should not meet upon a field beside Salisbury and not far from the coast. And this day so assigned as Monday after Trinity Sunday (the eighth Sunday after Easter)‚ whereof King Arthur was passing glad that he might be avenged
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