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I read Does Culture Matter ? (taken from Two Cheers For Democracy ) by E M Forster . I answer this question as yes ,it matters .The very beginning of the essay is 'Culture is a forbidden word '.He uses it ,in a real and literal sense, for the modern ignorance of cultural stuff . People are not interested in 'the Classics ' which are the real joy .They are interested in cheap amusement in form of parodies and pastiches which are representations of the real but not original -- hyperreal. Culture is a kind of ambrosia which helps us in receiving the power to enjoy the Classics .It is not only British culture but the culture of every nation has its sacred importance ( not superstitiously but for the sake of its nation and universe ). Bhai shab Anil Punia....ram ram phli to......now..... culture is overgrowing.... We can't say it's the 'culture'....culture changes as time changes......and yes culture matters..... Our good rational old faiths, rituals, festivals, our way of life...all is part of culture......nd if we r social beings....it affects us....nd matters for us....
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This document discusses queer theory and its key concepts. It defines queer theory as attempting to redefine sexual identity and preference in order to find a space where homosexuality is seen as normal. It notes that queer theory interrogates how sexuality and identity are constructed. Some basic tenets discussed are that gender and sexuality are socially constructed rather than biological. The document also provides brief overviews of lesbian and gay criticism as well as gay and lesbian literature and history.
Life of cowley by Ghaffar
Abraham Cowley (pronounced Cooley) was born in London, the posthumous son of a wealthy London stationer. He was educated at Westminster School and at Trinity College, Cambridge, where he took his BA in 1639, was made fellow in 1640, and became MA in 1643. Cowley published his first volume of verse, Poetical Blossoms (1633), when he was 15. The collection consisted of five poems, one of which Cowley had written at age 10. He wrote a pastoral drama and a Latin comedy, Naufragium Ioculare (1638), when he was but 20.
Book review ghaffar
Man’s Search for Meaning written by Viktor E Frankl is one of the most eminent and splendid
works of psychiatric literature after Freud. This book ‘’Man’s Search for Meaning’’ embodies an
account of the author’s personal experiences while being a prisoner in a concentration camp.
According Frankl that the book’s main objective is to answer the question-How the usual and
ordinary routine life in a concentration camp is portrayed through the mind of an ordinary prisoner
there
functional English
This document contains information about Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, a famous Sindhi poet from Pakistan. It provides details about his life, including that he was born in 1102 Hijra in a small village, he was a great poet and musician of Sindh who invented the 'Tambooro' instrument, and that he lived a life of meditation before passing away in 1165 Hijra. It also discusses his work, including his collection of poetry called "Risalo of Shah Abdul Latif" which contains his verses and has been translated into other languages to spread his message.
Ghazal shaikh ayaz
Ayaz was a major 20th century Sindhi poet born in 1923 in Sindh who wrote for over 6 decades across various poetry and prose forms in Sindhi, Urdu and other languages. This ghazal expresses Ayaz's patriotic feelings for his country, emphasizing that thousands of innocent people have suffered and died for the nation, not just himself, and maintains hope that difficult times will pass and their situation will improve. The ghazal uses imagery of dew drops falling at night and questioning the moon to convey its message poetically despite addressing serious themes of oppression and nationalism.
Kalyaan by shah Abdul Latif
Kalyan is a Sanskrit word meaning "peace". It is one of 32 melodies from the Shah-jo-risalo, a Sufi text where the author Shah Inayat praises Allah and describes His qualities. The kalyan describes Allah as the omniscient and supreme lord of the universe, the mighty creator and sustainer who is merciful and the one and only God. It says those who believe in Allah's oneness and accept Muhammad's guidance will find bliss by following God's decree and not being misled from the righteous path.
Kalyaan by shah Abdul Latif
Shah Abdul Latif was an 18th century Sufi poet from Sindh, Pakistan. In this poem "Kalyaan", Latif praises God and discusses those who have true faith. He describes God as the omniscient creator of the universe. He discusses those who believe in God's oneness and follow the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad, noting they will find bliss and not be misled. Latif notes the pure of heart become absorbed in God and are fortunate in their origins. The poem discusses seekers who constantly remember only God and are spiritually united, carefully following righteous paths to seek eternal life with rare knowledge.
GHAZAL
Shaikh Ayaz (1923-1997) was a renowned Sindhi poet from Pakistan who dedicated almost 10 decades of his life to Sindhi literature. He wrote extensively in both Sindhi and Urdu, publishing several books of poetry, prose, biographies, plays, and short stories. Some of his notable works include translating "Shah Jo Risalo" into Urdu. As a poet, he utilized many genres including ghazals. Shaikh Ayaz received prestigious awards for his literary contributions and helped establish Sindhi University as its vice-chancellor. The given ghazal poem by Shaikh Ayaz explores themes of loss, separation, love, hunger, and defiance through the use of
Plot structure of Doll's House
The way plays are written is a special style of writing called dramatic structure.
This style is different from the way a short story, novel, or poem is written.
In a play, the talk, or conversation between two or more characters is called dialogue.
Dialogue is not set in quotation marks. Instead, the character’s name appears before the spoken part.
Plays are made up entirely of dialogue and stage directions, additional information provided by the playwright or author.
Waiting for Godot, use of imagery and symbolims
Beckett is believed to have said that the name Godot comes from the French "godillot" meaning a military boot. Beckett fought in the war and so spending long periods of time waiting for messages to arrive would have been commonplace for him. The more common interpretation that it might mean "God" is almost certainly wrong. Beckett apparently stated that if he had meant "God," he would have written "God". Godot: it is relatively common name in French
Beckett is believed to have said that the name Godot comes from the French "godillot" meaning a military boot. Beckett fought in the war and so spending long periods of time waiting for messages to arrive would have been commonplace for him. The more common interpretation that it might mean "God" is almost certainly wrong. Beckett apparently stated that if he had meant "God," he would have written "God". Godot: it is relatively common name in French
Beckett is believed to have said that the name Godot comes from the French "godillot" meaning a military boot. Beckett fought in the war and so spending long periods of time waiting for messages to arrive would have been commonplace for him. The more common interpretation that it might mean "God" is almost certainly wrong. Beckett apparently stated that if he had meant "God," he would have written "God". Godot: it is relatively common name in French
Henrik ibsen
Henrik Ibsen was born to Knud Ibsen and Marichen
Altenburg, a relatively well-to-do merchant family, in the
small port town of Skien, Norway.
He was a descendant of some of the oldest and most
distinguished families of Norway, including the Paus family.
Shortly after his birth his family's fortunes became very bad.
Prose, competition
According to people in America or England, the only thing that interferes their lives and enjoyments is “struggle for life” or the competition especially between businessmen. This is their pure view of life and they blindly believe on it. But Russell then expresses his idea about the very topic and says that in some situations it’s true but on the other hand this statement is completely wrong. Russell says that struggle for life occurs to those who are unlucky, weak and submissive. To support his argument, Russell gives the example of Conrad’s hero Folk who won the competition over meal from another man but he was purely vegetarian. According to Russell, people don’t name this reason accurately rather they use an “inaccurate phrase” for such trivial things just for the sake of their own dignity. Hence, Russell provides an accurate phrase for “struggle of life” which is “struggle for success” and according to him this is actually what people mean as well but they are unable to name it. So actually Russell first observes that the competition of the workplace is not nearly as serious as is usually imagined; failure does not result in death or starvation. People take the competition so seriously either because they do not realize they can take it less seriously, or because they believe that it would be dishonorable to slack off.
In this struggle for success or life, Russell points out that man does not seem to realize that they are “caught in the grip of a mechanism from which there is no escape” and Russell also points out the drawback of such mechanism and thus put forward his statement that such mechanism repeat themselves and do not allow man “up to a higher level.” Then Russell provides the reader with a business man’s life in which he is very busy towards his struggle for life or success. Russell points out that throughout the day such a man is all engaged in great executions, firm law, “a decisive manner of speech, and an air of sagacious reserve” to impress the allied class and not the “office boy”. He keep in touch with his profitable persons and such a routine is continued till dinner time. Also at dinner table, he has to pretend to enjoy the company of his lady. Russell call such people “poor man” who are unable to escape unless or until they sleep. In the age of Russell, industrialization gave rise to so many tensions and competition is one of them. Through this detailed description of such a hectic life, Russell is trying to point out that in such a competitive era and life, man has forgot himself and his originality and now he is nothing but a machine.
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- 2. • The very beginning of the essay is 'Culture is a forbidden word '.He uses it ,in a real and literal sense, for the modern ignorance of cultural stuff.
- 3. • People are not interested in 'the Classics ' which are the real joy .They are interested in cheap amusement in form of parodies and pastiches which are representations of the real but not original – hype real.
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