A presentation of some selected profound quotes by great men in History on the importance of Solitude.
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This document provides an overview and analysis of George Orwell's writings. It includes a timeline of Orwell's life, discusses major themes in his literature like politics, social injustice and loss of individual freedom. It also analyzes characteristics of his writing style and devices like clarity, simplicity and symbolism. Additionally, the document examines the significance of Orwell's works, especially 1984, as a warning about totalitarianism and the importance of protecting individuality and freedom. It discusses how his works remain relevant to understanding modern politics.
Aldous Huxley was an English novelist best known for his dystopian novel Brave New World, published in 1932, which satirized the idea of a totalitarian, technologically advanced society. Huxley was born in 1894 in England, the grandson of famous scientist T.H. Huxley, and attended Oxford University where he studied literature. He was nearly blind for much of his life. Brave New World was written before the rise of totalitarian regimes in Germany and Russia in the 1930s and 1940s and used satire to critique concepts like utopias, science fiction, and caste systems.
Aldous Huxley was an English novelist and critic best known for his dystopian novel Brave New World. He was born into an upper-middle-class family in England in 1894. Brave New World, published in 1931, depicts a future London set in the 26th century where society is strictly controlled and people are genetically engineered and conditioned from birth to fit predetermined classes. Henry Ford's assembly line technique of mass production inspired Huxley's vision of a highly technological yet dehumanized world where individuality and freedom have been sacrificed for stability and material comfort. Huxley died in Los Angeles in 1963.
This document provides biographical information about Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and summarizes his famous work The Hound of the Baskervilles. It discusses that Conan Doyle was born in Scotland and originally practiced medicine, but found success as an author, writing the Sherlock Holmes stories. Though he killed off Holmes, fans were outraged, so he later brought the character back in The Hound of the Baskervilles and other subsequent stories. The document also gives background on the inspiration for locations in The Hound of the Baskervilles and notes some quirky facts about Conan Doyle.
This document summarizes information about author Aldous Huxley and his most famous work, Brave New World. It discusses that Huxley was a British journalist and poet who moved to California and wrote critically about the moral decadence of modern society. His 1932 novel Brave New World portrayed a dystopian future where people are produced in hatcheries and conditioned from birth, abandoning his early view of evil as amusing for a criticism of materialism and sensuality. He later wrote a book critiquing overpopulation and overconsumption.
Dr. Seuss, born Theodor Seuss Geisel, was inspired to write children's books by his mother's rhyming lullabies. He struggled as a child being bullied for his German immigrant parents. After dropping out of Oxford, he began a career in writing and illustrating children's books, creating over 60 titles including The Cat in the Hat. His books became enormously popular and are still adapted into movies today. Dr. Seuss received many honors for his writing before passing away in 1991 at the age of 87.
Background for The Hound of the Baskervilles 09wtwilliams
This document provides biographical information about Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and summarizes his famous work The Hound of the Baskervilles. It discusses that Conan Doyle was born in Scotland and originally practiced medicine, but found success as an author writing Sherlock Holmes stories. It describes how Holmes was killed off but later revived due to public demand, with The Hound of the Baskervilles taking place earlier in the timeline. The document also briefly touches on Conan Doyle's life, death, and some quirky details about his belief in fairies.
This document compares Christopher Marlowe's play Doctor Faustus to the Hindi film Jannat. It outlines key details about Marlowe and the protagonists of both works, Doctor Faustus and Arjun Dixit. Both protagonists have grand ambitions - Doctor Faustus wants to become all-powerful like God, while Arjun wants to become the world's wealthiest man. Though their means differ, with Doctor Faustus using magic and Arjun illegal schemes, both meet a tragic downfall and death for their overreaching actions.
This document provides an overview and analysis of George Orwell's writings. It includes a timeline of Orwell's life, discusses major themes in his literature like politics, social injustice and loss of individual freedom. It also analyzes characteristics of his writing style and devices like clarity, simplicity and symbolism. Additionally, the document examines the significance of Orwell's works, especially 1984, as a warning about totalitarianism and the importance of protecting individuality and freedom. It discusses how his works remain relevant to understanding modern politics.
Aldous Huxley was an English novelist best known for his dystopian novel Brave New World, published in 1932, which satirized the idea of a totalitarian, technologically advanced society. Huxley was born in 1894 in England, the grandson of famous scientist T.H. Huxley, and attended Oxford University where he studied literature. He was nearly blind for much of his life. Brave New World was written before the rise of totalitarian regimes in Germany and Russia in the 1930s and 1940s and used satire to critique concepts like utopias, science fiction, and caste systems.
Aldous Huxley was an English novelist and critic best known for his dystopian novel Brave New World. He was born into an upper-middle-class family in England in 1894. Brave New World, published in 1931, depicts a future London set in the 26th century where society is strictly controlled and people are genetically engineered and conditioned from birth to fit predetermined classes. Henry Ford's assembly line technique of mass production inspired Huxley's vision of a highly technological yet dehumanized world where individuality and freedom have been sacrificed for stability and material comfort. Huxley died in Los Angeles in 1963.
This document provides biographical information about Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and summarizes his famous work The Hound of the Baskervilles. It discusses that Conan Doyle was born in Scotland and originally practiced medicine, but found success as an author, writing the Sherlock Holmes stories. Though he killed off Holmes, fans were outraged, so he later brought the character back in The Hound of the Baskervilles and other subsequent stories. The document also gives background on the inspiration for locations in The Hound of the Baskervilles and notes some quirky facts about Conan Doyle.
This document summarizes information about author Aldous Huxley and his most famous work, Brave New World. It discusses that Huxley was a British journalist and poet who moved to California and wrote critically about the moral decadence of modern society. His 1932 novel Brave New World portrayed a dystopian future where people are produced in hatcheries and conditioned from birth, abandoning his early view of evil as amusing for a criticism of materialism and sensuality. He later wrote a book critiquing overpopulation and overconsumption.
Dr. Seuss, born Theodor Seuss Geisel, was inspired to write children's books by his mother's rhyming lullabies. He struggled as a child being bullied for his German immigrant parents. After dropping out of Oxford, he began a career in writing and illustrating children's books, creating over 60 titles including The Cat in the Hat. His books became enormously popular and are still adapted into movies today. Dr. Seuss received many honors for his writing before passing away in 1991 at the age of 87.
Background for The Hound of the Baskervilles 09wtwilliams
This document provides biographical information about Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and summarizes his famous work The Hound of the Baskervilles. It discusses that Conan Doyle was born in Scotland and originally practiced medicine, but found success as an author writing Sherlock Holmes stories. It describes how Holmes was killed off but later revived due to public demand, with The Hound of the Baskervilles taking place earlier in the timeline. The document also briefly touches on Conan Doyle's life, death, and some quirky details about his belief in fairies.
This document compares Christopher Marlowe's play Doctor Faustus to the Hindi film Jannat. It outlines key details about Marlowe and the protagonists of both works, Doctor Faustus and Arjun Dixit. Both protagonists have grand ambitions - Doctor Faustus wants to become all-powerful like God, while Arjun wants to become the world's wealthiest man. Though their means differ, with Doctor Faustus using magic and Arjun illegal schemes, both meet a tragic downfall and death for their overreaching actions.
Sherlock Holmes is a character created by Scottish author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, who wrote numerous mystery stories about Holmes and his companion Dr. Watson between 1887-1927, with Holmes famously "dying" in one story before public demand led Doyle to continue writing more. The document provides brief biographical information on Conan Doyle and an overview of the Sherlock Holmes stories, including that most are narrated by Watson, Holmes seemingly dies in one, and Doyle continued writing more due to popularity.
George Orwell, whose real name was Eric Arthur Blair, was a British novelist and essayist known for his dystopian novels Animal Farm and 1984. He was born in India in 1903 and educated in England. After serving as a police officer in Burma, he became a socialist and wrote about the harsh working conditions of the poor. His experiences in the Spanish Civil War further shaped his political views. He wrote Animal Farm in 1945 as an allegory about Stalin's corruption of socialism. 1984, published in 1949, depicted a totalitarian future society and introduced terms like "Big Brother" that are still used today. Orwell aimed to expose totalitarianism through his fiction before dying of tuberculosis in 1950.
The document provides an analysis of the poem "Death, Be Not Proud" by John Donne. It discusses how the poem addresses Death as a person and argues against its power. The poem uses metaphors and personification to depict Death as a slave to fate and desperate men. It also compares Death to rest and sleep, saying that poppies and charms can induce sleep better than Death. In the ending lines, Donne uses paradox to say that after a short sleep, people will wake up eternally and Death itself shall die.
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle worked as a doctor before starting writing. He created the character of Sherlock Holmes who first appeared in 1887 and was a strange but coldly intelligent detective. Stories about Holmes were very popular in magazines. Conan Doyle grew bored with the character and killed him off in 1893, but brought him back due to public demand and wrote many more stories. Holmes is remembered because he was passionate about catching criminals and always succeeded through his detective skills.
Eric Arthur Blair, known by his pen name George Orwell, was an English novelist and journalist best known for his dystopian novel Nineteen Eighty-Four and the allegorical novella Animal Farm. Orwell was deeply interested in social injustice and opposed totalitarianism, writing extensively on politics, literature, language, and culture. His work has had a significant influence on popular and political culture, with terms like "Orwellian" and concepts from his novels entering common usage. Orwell struggled with health issues but maintained a dedication to honest, clear writing focused on exposing authoritarianism.
George Orwell, born Eric Arthur Blair in 1903 in India, was an English novelist and journalist best known for his dystopian novels Animal Farm and 1984. He attended private schools in England but disliked some of his teachers. After college, he could not afford further education and joined the Indian Imperial Police in Burma, an experience that led him to hate imperialism. He later worked odd jobs and fought for the republicans in the Spanish Civil War where he was shot. During World War II, he worked for the BBC but resigned over concerns about propaganda. His novels Animal Farm and 1984 were published in 1945 and 1949 respectively and gained great success and popularity. Orwell died of tuberculosis at age 46.
Sherlock Holmes (The Adventure of the Speckled Band)Marina Nazzaro
This document provides information about a planned teaching unit on Sherlock Holmes for a 5th year Italian high school class. It will take place over two 4-hour lessons and use various teaching tools. The goals are to develop skills in critical thinking, contextualizing authors historically, and understanding different perspectives. Students will learn about Arthur Conan Doyle and Sherlock Holmes, how detective stories became popular, and aspects of Victorian England. Lesson plans include warm-up activities, video analysis, readings, discussions, and creative writing. Context on Holmes, detective stories, and the Victorian era will also be provided to students.
William Ernest Henley experienced tuberculosis as a teenager which resulted in the amputation of his foot. However, he continued living his life and wrote poetry. His most famous poem, "Invictus", demonstrates his resilience in overcoming adversity. The poem uses repetition and rhyme schemes to emphasize Henley's view of himself as master of his fate and captain of his soul despite facing immense challenges to his health and well-being. The document suggests God expects people to fight through life's difficulties, as Henley did through his poetry and continued life following the amputation.
In this sonnet, Donne addresses Death directly, arguing that Death is not as powerful as some claim and does not truly kill or overthrow people. Rather, Death enables resurrection and delivers the soul, and those it takes are the "best men" who understand Death's true role. Donne ultimately asserts that Death will itself die and be no more, while humans will wake to eternal life.
George Orwell was a British novelist and journalist born in India in 1903. He studied in Britain and later joined the Indian Imperial Police. After returning to London and living in Paris, he fought in the Spanish Civil War and was shot in the neck. During World War II, he worked as a journalist and for the BBC. Orwell published his allegorical novel Animal Farm in 1945 about the Russian Revolution and the dystopian novel 1984 in 1949 about totalitarian control of thought. He died in 1950 in London after struggling with tuberculosis.
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was a Scottish writer best known for his Sherlock Holmes stories. He was born in Edinburgh in 1859 and studied medicine, working as a doctor for eight years before dedicating himself to writing. Some of his most famous works featuring Sherlock Holmes include A Study in Scarlet, The Hound of the Baskervilles, and The Valley of Fear. Though he tried to kill off the popular character in 1893, public demand led him to bring Holmes back in 1901. Conan Doyle also wrote historical novels and stories about Professor Challenger. He had a successful writing career until his death in 1930.
This document contains information about a presentation on Christopher Marlowe's play "Doctor Faustus" being given by Jani Hetal Umiyashankar for their Literature course. It provides biographical details about Marlowe, an overview of the plot of Doctor Faustus, and lists some of the major characters in the play that will be discussed in the presentation.
Sherlock Holmes is a fictional detective created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Holmes is famous for his logical reasoning and ability to take disguises to solve difficult cases. He first appeared in publication in 1887 and was featured in four novels and 56 short stories. Most stories are narrated by Holmes' friend and biographer, Dr. John Watson, and cover a period from 1880 to 1907. Sherlock Holmes is considered one of the most popular and iconic characters in English literature.
This document provides biographical information about Aldous Huxley and a list of his major works. It describes that Huxley was an English writer and philosopher born in 1894 who was best known for his novels Brave New World, set in a dystopian London, and The Doors of Perception about his experiences taking mescaline. The document also provides a list of some of Huxley's other notable works, including Counterpoint, The Island, Heaven and Hell, and Loudun.
The document provides background information on George Orwell's animal farm including a summary of the plot. It discusses how the animals on Manor Farm, led by the pigs Napoleon and Snowball, revolt against the human farmer Mr. Jones and establish Animal Farm running it based on seven commandments of equality. However, the pigs soon become corrupt and Napoleon becomes a dictator as the commandments are broken and the pigs become indistinguishable from humans. The theme is about the relationship between power and corruption and can be seen as a criticism of the failures of the Russian Revolution by the author.
This document outlines an assessment review for an English 9 class covering several levels of skills related to Greek mythology. Level 2 focuses on vocabulary and comprehension, asking students to identify a hero from a book and explain what makes them heroic. Level 3 asks students to compare and contrast Odysseus from The Odyssey with modern soldiers using specific works. Level 4 involves critical thinking where students analyze what Greek myths are referenced in Percy Jackson and The Odyssey, and why understanding those myths is important for comprehending the stories.
The document provides a summary of the key aspects of the dystopian novel "1984" by George Orwell. It describes the basic setting of London, England in the future under constant surveillance by the totalitarian government of Oceania. It outlines the three superpowers that control the world, the ideologies that motivate them, and introduces the main character Winston Smith who lives an oppressed life in a society of strict control, deprivation, and fear. It compares 1984 to other classic dystopian novels and briefly describes the four ministries that govern Airstrip One.
Herbert George Wells was an English author best known as the father of science fiction. He wrote over a hundred books in various genres including novels, short stories, and works of social commentary. Some of his most famous works include The Time Machine, The War of the Worlds, and The Island of Doctor Moreau. Wells was also influential in advocating for scientific and political ideas including Darwinism, socialism, and world government. He had a long career spanning over 60 years and influenced many other prominent authors even after his death in 1946.
This document discusses how Christopher Marlowe's play "Dr. Faustus" can be considered a morality play. It contains elements common to morality plays, such as Good and Bad Angels providing guidance to Faustus, the portrayal of the Seven Deadly Sins, the presence of the devil Mephistophilis, and a vision of Hell. These allegorical elements convey the moral lesson of the soul's struggle between good and evil and the consequences of giving in to temptation. The use of such symbols and allegories effectively positions "Dr. Faustus" as a morality play that warns against straying from righteousness.
Jean Jacques Rousseau was an 18th century Enlightenment thinker born in Geneva, Switzerland. Some of his most influential works included The Social Contract, which argued that the legitimacy of a government depends on the consent of the governed; Emile, which outlined his philosophy of education; and Reveries of the Solitary Walker, an autobiographical work. Rousseau made important contributions to political philosophy, education theory, and autobiography.
Sherlock Holmes is a character created by Scottish author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, who wrote numerous mystery stories about Holmes and his companion Dr. Watson between 1887-1927, with Holmes famously "dying" in one story before public demand led Doyle to continue writing more. The document provides brief biographical information on Conan Doyle and an overview of the Sherlock Holmes stories, including that most are narrated by Watson, Holmes seemingly dies in one, and Doyle continued writing more due to popularity.
George Orwell, whose real name was Eric Arthur Blair, was a British novelist and essayist known for his dystopian novels Animal Farm and 1984. He was born in India in 1903 and educated in England. After serving as a police officer in Burma, he became a socialist and wrote about the harsh working conditions of the poor. His experiences in the Spanish Civil War further shaped his political views. He wrote Animal Farm in 1945 as an allegory about Stalin's corruption of socialism. 1984, published in 1949, depicted a totalitarian future society and introduced terms like "Big Brother" that are still used today. Orwell aimed to expose totalitarianism through his fiction before dying of tuberculosis in 1950.
The document provides an analysis of the poem "Death, Be Not Proud" by John Donne. It discusses how the poem addresses Death as a person and argues against its power. The poem uses metaphors and personification to depict Death as a slave to fate and desperate men. It also compares Death to rest and sleep, saying that poppies and charms can induce sleep better than Death. In the ending lines, Donne uses paradox to say that after a short sleep, people will wake up eternally and Death itself shall die.
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle worked as a doctor before starting writing. He created the character of Sherlock Holmes who first appeared in 1887 and was a strange but coldly intelligent detective. Stories about Holmes were very popular in magazines. Conan Doyle grew bored with the character and killed him off in 1893, but brought him back due to public demand and wrote many more stories. Holmes is remembered because he was passionate about catching criminals and always succeeded through his detective skills.
Eric Arthur Blair, known by his pen name George Orwell, was an English novelist and journalist best known for his dystopian novel Nineteen Eighty-Four and the allegorical novella Animal Farm. Orwell was deeply interested in social injustice and opposed totalitarianism, writing extensively on politics, literature, language, and culture. His work has had a significant influence on popular and political culture, with terms like "Orwellian" and concepts from his novels entering common usage. Orwell struggled with health issues but maintained a dedication to honest, clear writing focused on exposing authoritarianism.
George Orwell, born Eric Arthur Blair in 1903 in India, was an English novelist and journalist best known for his dystopian novels Animal Farm and 1984. He attended private schools in England but disliked some of his teachers. After college, he could not afford further education and joined the Indian Imperial Police in Burma, an experience that led him to hate imperialism. He later worked odd jobs and fought for the republicans in the Spanish Civil War where he was shot. During World War II, he worked for the BBC but resigned over concerns about propaganda. His novels Animal Farm and 1984 were published in 1945 and 1949 respectively and gained great success and popularity. Orwell died of tuberculosis at age 46.
Sherlock Holmes (The Adventure of the Speckled Band)Marina Nazzaro
This document provides information about a planned teaching unit on Sherlock Holmes for a 5th year Italian high school class. It will take place over two 4-hour lessons and use various teaching tools. The goals are to develop skills in critical thinking, contextualizing authors historically, and understanding different perspectives. Students will learn about Arthur Conan Doyle and Sherlock Holmes, how detective stories became popular, and aspects of Victorian England. Lesson plans include warm-up activities, video analysis, readings, discussions, and creative writing. Context on Holmes, detective stories, and the Victorian era will also be provided to students.
William Ernest Henley experienced tuberculosis as a teenager which resulted in the amputation of his foot. However, he continued living his life and wrote poetry. His most famous poem, "Invictus", demonstrates his resilience in overcoming adversity. The poem uses repetition and rhyme schemes to emphasize Henley's view of himself as master of his fate and captain of his soul despite facing immense challenges to his health and well-being. The document suggests God expects people to fight through life's difficulties, as Henley did through his poetry and continued life following the amputation.
In this sonnet, Donne addresses Death directly, arguing that Death is not as powerful as some claim and does not truly kill or overthrow people. Rather, Death enables resurrection and delivers the soul, and those it takes are the "best men" who understand Death's true role. Donne ultimately asserts that Death will itself die and be no more, while humans will wake to eternal life.
George Orwell was a British novelist and journalist born in India in 1903. He studied in Britain and later joined the Indian Imperial Police. After returning to London and living in Paris, he fought in the Spanish Civil War and was shot in the neck. During World War II, he worked as a journalist and for the BBC. Orwell published his allegorical novel Animal Farm in 1945 about the Russian Revolution and the dystopian novel 1984 in 1949 about totalitarian control of thought. He died in 1950 in London after struggling with tuberculosis.
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was a Scottish writer best known for his Sherlock Holmes stories. He was born in Edinburgh in 1859 and studied medicine, working as a doctor for eight years before dedicating himself to writing. Some of his most famous works featuring Sherlock Holmes include A Study in Scarlet, The Hound of the Baskervilles, and The Valley of Fear. Though he tried to kill off the popular character in 1893, public demand led him to bring Holmes back in 1901. Conan Doyle also wrote historical novels and stories about Professor Challenger. He had a successful writing career until his death in 1930.
This document contains information about a presentation on Christopher Marlowe's play "Doctor Faustus" being given by Jani Hetal Umiyashankar for their Literature course. It provides biographical details about Marlowe, an overview of the plot of Doctor Faustus, and lists some of the major characters in the play that will be discussed in the presentation.
Sherlock Holmes is a fictional detective created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Holmes is famous for his logical reasoning and ability to take disguises to solve difficult cases. He first appeared in publication in 1887 and was featured in four novels and 56 short stories. Most stories are narrated by Holmes' friend and biographer, Dr. John Watson, and cover a period from 1880 to 1907. Sherlock Holmes is considered one of the most popular and iconic characters in English literature.
This document provides biographical information about Aldous Huxley and a list of his major works. It describes that Huxley was an English writer and philosopher born in 1894 who was best known for his novels Brave New World, set in a dystopian London, and The Doors of Perception about his experiences taking mescaline. The document also provides a list of some of Huxley's other notable works, including Counterpoint, The Island, Heaven and Hell, and Loudun.
The document provides background information on George Orwell's animal farm including a summary of the plot. It discusses how the animals on Manor Farm, led by the pigs Napoleon and Snowball, revolt against the human farmer Mr. Jones and establish Animal Farm running it based on seven commandments of equality. However, the pigs soon become corrupt and Napoleon becomes a dictator as the commandments are broken and the pigs become indistinguishable from humans. The theme is about the relationship between power and corruption and can be seen as a criticism of the failures of the Russian Revolution by the author.
This document outlines an assessment review for an English 9 class covering several levels of skills related to Greek mythology. Level 2 focuses on vocabulary and comprehension, asking students to identify a hero from a book and explain what makes them heroic. Level 3 asks students to compare and contrast Odysseus from The Odyssey with modern soldiers using specific works. Level 4 involves critical thinking where students analyze what Greek myths are referenced in Percy Jackson and The Odyssey, and why understanding those myths is important for comprehending the stories.
The document provides a summary of the key aspects of the dystopian novel "1984" by George Orwell. It describes the basic setting of London, England in the future under constant surveillance by the totalitarian government of Oceania. It outlines the three superpowers that control the world, the ideologies that motivate them, and introduces the main character Winston Smith who lives an oppressed life in a society of strict control, deprivation, and fear. It compares 1984 to other classic dystopian novels and briefly describes the four ministries that govern Airstrip One.
Herbert George Wells was an English author best known as the father of science fiction. He wrote over a hundred books in various genres including novels, short stories, and works of social commentary. Some of his most famous works include The Time Machine, The War of the Worlds, and The Island of Doctor Moreau. Wells was also influential in advocating for scientific and political ideas including Darwinism, socialism, and world government. He had a long career spanning over 60 years and influenced many other prominent authors even after his death in 1946.
This document discusses how Christopher Marlowe's play "Dr. Faustus" can be considered a morality play. It contains elements common to morality plays, such as Good and Bad Angels providing guidance to Faustus, the portrayal of the Seven Deadly Sins, the presence of the devil Mephistophilis, and a vision of Hell. These allegorical elements convey the moral lesson of the soul's struggle between good and evil and the consequences of giving in to temptation. The use of such symbols and allegories effectively positions "Dr. Faustus" as a morality play that warns against straying from righteousness.
Jean Jacques Rousseau was an 18th century Enlightenment thinker born in Geneva, Switzerland. Some of his most influential works included The Social Contract, which argued that the legitimacy of a government depends on the consent of the governed; Emile, which outlined his philosophy of education; and Reveries of the Solitary Walker, an autobiographical work. Rousseau made important contributions to political philosophy, education theory, and autobiography.
This document provides biographical information about author Jon Krakauer and summarizes his non-fiction book Into the Wild. It notes that Krakauer was born in 1954 and is an American writer and mountaineer best known for writing about outdoor adventures and mountain climbing. Into the Wild recounts the story of Chris McCandless, who hiked into the Alaskan wilderness in 1992 and died of starvation. The document provides some key details about McCandless and his journey, which Krakauer explores in his book.
This document discusses Ralph Waldo Emerson and transcendentalism. It defines transcendentalism as a 19th century American philosophical movement centered around Emerson that emphasized intuition, idealism, and nature. It provides biographical details on Emerson and summarizes some of his major works, including Nature, Self-Reliance, and The Transcendentalist. These works explored themes of non-conformity, self-reliance, the limitations of traditional religion, and finding higher meaning through nature rather than traditional scripture or authorities. The document also notes Emerson's influence on other writers and his legacy of developing American transcendentalist ideas.
This document provides background information on author Aldous Huxley and context for his novel "Brave New World". Key details include that the novel was published in 1932 and is set in a dystopian future where reproduction, family, and individuality have been replaced by an orderly caste system and social control through technology and drugs. The setting and themes are inspired by industrialization, mass production, and Huxley's observations of American culture which emphasized youth and consumerism.
what is poetry & Figures of Speech (Hyperbole, Assonance, Anaphora, Allitera...13023901-016
This document provides definitions and examples of various types of figures of speech, including:
- Alliteration, anaphora, assonance, hyperbole, irony, metaphor, simile, metonymy, onomatopoeia, paradox, personification, pun, synecdoche, understatement, antithesis, euphemism, oxymoron, and tautology. It also discusses allegory, aporia, and provides examples of how these figures of speech are used in literature and speech.
Jean-Jacques Rousseau was a French philosopher born in 1712 who developed important political and educational theories. He believed that humans in a state of nature are good but are corrupted by society. His major works examined the origins of inequality and proposed the social contract as the basis of legitimate political authority. He argued that the goal of education should be to allow students to develop naturally according to their interests. Rousseau faced criticism and exile for his controversial ideas and died in 1778.
Jean-Jacques Rousseau was a French philosopher born in 1712 who developed important political and educational theories. He believed that humans in a state of nature are good but are corrupted by society. His major works examined the origins of inequality and proposed the social contract as the basis of legitimate political authority. He argued that the goal of education should be to allow students to develop naturally according to their interests. Rousseau faced criticism and exile for his controversial ideas and died in 1778.
Jean Jacques Rousseau was an 18th century Enlightenment philosopher born in Geneva, Switzerland in 1712. Some of his major works included Discourse on Inequality, The Social Contract, and Emile. Emile focused on his philosophy of education and advocated for developing natural emotions and sensitivity in children rather than rigid instruction. It outlined his views on how children should be educated based on their natural inclinations and in relation to their development. Rousseau believed that man was born good but corrupted by society and civilization. His works were influential in political and educational thought during the Enlightenment period.
This document discusses several famous historical figures who faced disabilities or difficulties but still achieved great success, including Helen Keller, Beethoven, Einstein, Hawking, Roosevelt, Milton, Edison, Bell, and Alexander Graham Bell. It notes the hardships they overcame, such as deafness, blindness, paralysis, and learning disabilities. The main message is that if these people could achieve so much despite their disabilities, then a person's health or abilities should not prevent them from also being successful, as what really matters is having a positive attitude and facing challenges with a smile.
The document lists 15 quotes about solitude from various authors and thinkers. The quotes discuss solitude as being important for self-reflection, creativity, and spiritual renewal. Solitude allows one to find themselves and commune with their inner being. While solitude can be difficult for the young, it becomes more enjoyable and essential as one matures.
Learn from the Animal World (Diplo calendar 2019)Stefano Baldi
This calendar is all about animals and their behaviours, their instincts and the complexity of their social dynamics.
It is an invitation to pay close attention to all that nature and its beings can teach us about life; sometimes we just have to take the time to notice and be willing to be open to new perspectives.
It is a reminder that important lessons can come from anything or anyone surrounding us, including our very own pets.
This Yearly calendar has become a tradition appreciated by those who have received it in the past. This is a great motivation for me to try to find new interesting ideas, quotations and images to accompany you through the year.
And never forget to ..... Count your blessings!
Transcendentalist- Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau.pptxMayaLopezB1
The document summarizes the Transcendentalist movement and key figures of the Romantic period in American literature, including Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau, and Walt Whitman. It also discusses the "Brahmin Poets" of Boston, including Oliver Wendell Holmes, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, and James Russell Lowell, who advocated for a more genteel and conservative style that was out of step with the innovations of Emerson, Thoreau, Whitman, and others. The document provides biographical details and analyses of the influential works and ideas of major American writers during this period.
The document profiles several famous authors and their works. It provides biographical information and highlights of the literary accomplishments of William Shakespeare, Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Leo Tolstoy, Victor Hugo, Charles Dickens, J.R.R. Tolkien, George Orwell, Mark Twain, Edgar Allan Poe, and Jane Austen. All were highly influential writers who made major contributions to literature in their respective genres.
This document discusses David Hume's views on reason and morality. It provides context on Hume as an empiricist philosopher who was skeptical that reason alone can motivate moral behavior or establish knowledge. Hume believed morality comes from sentiment and feeling, not just intellect. The document also discusses Hume's friendship and later falling out with Jean-Jacques Rousseau, and provides quotes from both philosophers.
The document provides biographical information about three famous Transcendentalists: Henry David Thoreau, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and Walt Whitman. It discusses their beliefs and major works. Thoreau lived simply in a cabin at Walden Pond and wrote Walden. Emerson's Nature expressed Transcendentalist ideas about finding God in nature. Whitman's Leaves of Grass celebrated American themes in free verse.
Modernism in English Poetry presented by Anni Monir Hossen
This document defines Modernism as an international literary movement that flourished in the early 20th century, marked by experimentation with form. It then discusses the contributions of major Modernist poets like T.S. Eliot, Ezra Pound, W.B. Yeats, Wallace Stevens, and Paul Valery. For each poet, it provides biographical information and discusses some of their notable works and phrases that exemplify their Modernist styles. The conclusion states that Modern poetry had to address writing poetry and giving readers a sense of hope in dark times. It asserts that these early 20th century poets achieved recognition as Modernists shortly before their deaths.
This document defines Modernism as an international literary movement that flourished in the early 20th century, marked by experimentation with form. It then discusses the contributions of major Modernist poets like T.S. Eliot, Ezra Pound, W.B. Yeats, Wallace Stevens, and Paul Valery. For each poet, it provides biographical information and discusses some of their notable works and phrases that exemplify their Modernist styles. The conclusion states that Modern poetry had to give readers a sense of hope during dark times by focusing on the act of writing poetry and making people feel better about their lives.
This document compares the works and styles of Alfred Tennyson and William Wordsworth. Tennyson was poet laureate of Britain during Queen Victoria's reign, known for poems like "The Lady of Shalott" and "Ulysses." His style used vivid imagery and symbolism. Wordsworth helped launch the Romantic era with Coleridge's Lyrical Ballads. He viewed poetry as spontaneous emotion and used nature as symbolic of human morality in works like "I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud." Both poets emphasized emotion, imagination, and humanity's connection with nature.
The Importance of Patience ~ Lessons from A Story (Eng. & Chi.).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation of a Buddhist Story that
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The texts are in English and Chinese.
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A free trilingual eBook comprising 5 PowerPoint presentations of meaningful Buddhist stories that teach important Dhamma/Life lessons. For reflection and practice to develop the mind to grow in love, compassion and wisdom. The texts are in English, Chinese & Malay.
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A Free eBook ~ Valuable LIFE Lessons to Learn ( 5 Sets of Presentations)...OH TEIK BIN
A free eBook comprising 5 sets of PowerPoint presentations of meaningful stories /Inspirational pieces that teach important Dhamma/Life lessons. For reflection and practice to develop the mind to grow in love, compassion and wisdom. The texts are in English and Chinese.
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Why is this So? ~ Do Seek to KNOW (English & Chinese).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma teaching of Kamma-Vipaka (Intentional Actions-Ripening Effects).
A Presentation for developing morality, concentration and wisdom and to spur us to practice the Dhamma diligently.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
The Selfish Crocodile ~ A Children's Moral Story (English & Chinese).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation of a Children’s Moral Story with good lessons of moral values. The texts are in English and Chinese.
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The PBHP DYC ~ Reflections on The Dhamma (English).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma Reflections for the PBHP DYC for the years 1993 – 2012. To motivate and inspire DYC members to keep on practicing the Dhamma and to do the meritorious deed of Dhammaduta work.
The texts are in English.
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A PowerPoint Presentation based on an AI Generated moral story with some editing.
Life Lessons based on the story are penned for the presentation.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
The audio narration with explanation is in Hokkien.
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Life Lessons to Learn ~ A Free Full-Color eBook (English).pdfOH TEIK BIN
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Reflections and Aspirations for Wesak 2024 (Eng. & Chi.).pptxOH TEIK BIN
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Twelve Terrific Teachings (English & Chinese).pptxOH TEIK BIN
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A pdf file of a Dhamma article with very meaningful messages of Life Lessons for our reflection to grow in mind development in our quest for wisdom. Beneficial for all,
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The texts are in English and Chinese.
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Solving Puzzles Benefits Everyone (English).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A Presentation of a selection of Puzzles, Brain Teasers and Thinking Problems to exercise both the mind and the Right and Left Brain. To help keep the mind and brain fit and healthy. Good for both the young and old alike.
Answers are given for all the puzzles and problems.
10 Life Lessons to Live By (Eng. & Chi.).pptxOH TEIK BIN
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The texts are in English and Chinese.
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A PowerPoint Presentation of a Jataka Story (Part 1) that can impart good Dhamma teachings on virtue, moral values and strength of character.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
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A Presentation for mental development and to spur us to practice the Dhamma diligently.
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The Wolf, The Buffalo and The Shepherd ~ A Kids' Story with Life Lessons (En...OH TEIK BIN
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Free eBook ~ 6 Superb Stories That Teach Precious Dhamma.pdfOH TEIK BIN
A free eBook comprising 6 PowerPoint presentations of meaningful Buddhist stories that teach important Dhamma/Life lessons. For reflection and practice to develop the mind to grow in love, compassion and wisdom. The texts are in English and Chinese.
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Esta lição é uma oportunidade para discutirmos um assunto multo mal interpretado no contexto cristão, que é o fato de algumas pessoas pensarem que o conhecer Jesus é ter a nossa vida mudada em todas as áreas, como se Deus tivesse o dever de transportar-nos deste mundo para um outro mundo onde muitas coisas maravilhosas que desejamos seriam reais. No entanto, a nossa fé não nos tira do mundo após nos convertermos; ao invés disso, permanecemos vivendo sob as mesmas circunstâncias. O propósito de Deus não é nos tirar do mundo, mas nos livrar das ações do maligno (Jo 17.15), Sendo assim, a vida eterna não significa estar fora da realidade deste mundo, mas conhecer o único Deus verdadeiro (Jo 17.3).
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This book is one of the best of the translated ones, for it has a warning character for all those who find themselves in the experience of material life. Irmão X provides a shrewd way of describing the subtleties and weaknesses that can jeopardize our intentions, making us more attentive and vigilant by providing us with his wise pages, reminding us between the lines of the Master's words: "Pray and watch."
God calls us to a journey of worshiping Him. In this journey you will encounter different obstacles and derailments that will want to sway you from worshiping God. You got to be intentional in breaking the barriers staged on your way of worship in order to offer God acceptable worship.
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Mantra Yoga is an exact science. "Mananat trayate iti mantrah- by the Manana (constant thinking or recollection) of which one is protected or is released from the round of births and deaths, is Mantra." That is called Mantra by the meditation (Manana) on which the Jiva or the individual soul attains freedom from sin, enjoyment in heaven and final liberation, and by the aid of which it attains in full the fourfold fruit (Chaturvarga), i.e., Dharma, Artha, Kama and Moksha. A Mantra is so called because it is achieved by the mental process.
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Lesson 12 - The Blessed Hope: The Mark of the Christian
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This message, “The Power of Actions”, emphasizes just how powerful moving actions are and gives us strong actions of advice as to how we use to do with actions.
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2. 2
Solitude, though it may be
silent as light, is like light, the
mightiest of agencies; for
solitude is essential to man. All
men come into this world alone
and leave it alone.
Thomas de Quincey (1785-1859)
British author and intellectual.
3. 3
The best thinking
has been done in solitude.
Thomas Alva Edison (1847-1931)
American inventor
4. 4
Solitude is painful when one is young,
but delightful when one is more mature.
Albert Einstein (1879-1955)
German-Swiss-U.S. scientist
6. 6
The more powerful and original a mind,
the more it will incline towards
the religion of solitude.
Aldous Huxley (1894-1963) British author.
7. 7
This great misfortune –
to be incapable of solitude.
Jean de la Bruyère (1645-1696)
French satiric moralist.
8. 8
Solitude is as needed to the imagination
as society is wholesome to the character.
James Russell Lowell (1819-1891)
American poet, critic and editor.
9. 9
In solitude the mind gains strength
and learns to lean upon itself.
Laurence Sterne (1713-1768) British writer.
10. 10
I have never found a companion so
companionable as solitude.
Henry David Thoreau (1817-1862) American naturalist,
poet and philosopher.
11. 11
History shows that the majority
of people that have done anything
great have passed their youth in seclusion.
Thomas Carlyle (1795-1881) British historian and essayist.
12. 12
I love people. I love my family, my children . . . but
inside myself is a place where I live all alone and that's
where you renew your springs that never dry up.
Pearl S. Buck, American Nobel Prize Winner in Literature
13. 13
Should a seeker not find a companion
who is better or equal, let him
resolutely pursue a solitary course;
there is no fellowship with the fool.
The Buddha in The Dhammapada
14. 14
The End
In Solitude
and in the
Silence
of your mind,
May you all
gain some
Insights into
Truth Sublime.
With Metta,
Bro. Oh Teik Bin