Botany Of Desire Chapter 2 Summary

Both Lee and Collier use diction and imagery to create a mood of lethargicness. In “Marigolds” by Eugenia W. Collier the narrator starts by discussing how “I remember only the dry September of the dirt roads and grassless yards”(Collier 6-7). In this excerpt the diction in words like dry and the imagery of the lifeless landscape show the mood that it is lethargic and slow. In the second excerpt, from “To Kill a Mockingbird” by Harper Lee she talks about her hometown, Maycomb, and describes the town on a sweltering day and says “In rainy weather the streets turned to red slop; grass grew on the sidewalk, the courthouse sagged”(Lee 1-2). The diction in the words like slop and sagged indicates that there is an absence in people taking care of

This experiment, which was used to explore the Theory of Evolution created by Charles Darwin. The use of natural selection was apparent in the artificial modification of an organism's traits which aided in this investigation. Through this experiment the Wisconsin Fast Plant was used. It is a fast-growing organism developed to improve the resistance to disease in cruciferous plants. This plant aids scientist in the exploration of environmental effects on population due to the speed to which is matures and reproduces. Artificial selection was stimulated by the selection against plants with few hairs(trichomes). Trichomes create a wider variation which means it is polygenic. The plants that had only a few trichomes were

In The Bean Trees by Barbara Kingsolver, three characters in particular undergo a catharsis, each in their own way: Esperanza, Turtle, and Taylor. This paper will focus on the change on the development of the character Esperanza, showing the suffering and difficulties, she has undergone and how through a catharsis, this suffering was ameliorated.

Passage 1: Page 16 describes how Taylor comes to terms that she does not know everything, ‘Mama taught {her} well” about certain things but not the Great Plains. Taylor grew up staying out of trouble but she has to become introduced to the real world past the state of Kentucky. Taylor always had good grades as well and got selected for a job at a hospital. She always stayed with Mama but now Taylor is living for herself and can be very naive in certain aspects. During her senior year, she is introduced to a traumatic experience when her teacher, Newt and his wife are shot by Newts father. Taylor comforts his wife..Jolene. Taylor is very compassionate and helps anyone out who needs it, but she decides to save up for a car and just keep driving west to start over her life as well as changing her name. This is the start of her journey.

In the Garden of Beasts is an important historical book with lots of good information, but can be difficult to understand while reading. In the video Erik Larson, the author, helped answer many of my questions. One of these important questions was how he came up with the idea to write his book about this topic. Another important topic covered was Hitler’s rise to power, and the means he used to keep control of Germany. Larson also discussed how Dodd had connections that made him a candidate for the job of ambassador and the process that happened for him to get his job in Berlin. This video gives a great insight to what the author meant to convey through the book that may not have been easy to pick up on while reading this book.

The Botany of Desire by Michael Pollan is an interesting perspective of how humans over the centuries have filled certain desires through the use of plants. The apple represents the desire for sweetness, the tulip for beauty, marijuana for intoxication, and the potato for control. Pollan discusses the point and importance of these four plants and their development throughout history. Chapter 1: Desire: Sweetness/ Plant: The Apple This chapter goes into depth talking about the spread of the apple in the United States, and all over the world.

Diane Sanchez Mrs. Andrews English 1 Honors 06 March, 2024. Actor Jennifer Aniston voices that “There are no regrets in life”. Just lessons.” This idea of regret is displayed in a short story called “Marigolds” by Eugenia Collier that discusses a young girl coming of age, understanding that some actions cause regret. This idea is also discussed in “Tamara’s Opus” by Joshua Bennett, as he illustrates his regret at not learning how to communicate with his sister.

Tulips were originally from Turkey, but were brought over to Holland in the 16th century. When Carolus Clusius wrote a major book about tulips, their popularity spiked. In fact, they were so popular, people would regularly steal tulips from his garden. As the Dutch Golden Age grew, so did the flower. Mid-seventeenth century was the height of their popularity. As more people bought tulips, they became more expensive, and were eventually used as currency until everyone got over them.

Most of the time there is a moment in life where one realizes they have lost all innocence and gained some compassion.  “Marigolds” shows how one young girl transferred from a child to young adult through her life experiences.  Throughout this story another young, but at the same time old in her prime, lady’s experiences are revealed:  the author’s.  In this short story, “Marigolds,” Eugenia Collier’s subconscious is unmasked through symbolism, diction, and Lizabeth’s actions.

This case captures the problems concerning cash flow and working-capital management typical of small, growing businesses. At the end of 2005, Bob and Maggie Brown have completed their third year of operating Horniman Horticulture, a $1-million-revenue woody-shrub nursery in central Virginia. While experiencing booming demand and improving margins, the Browns are puzzled by their plummeting cash balance. The case highlights the difference between cash flow and accounting profits, as well as the common negative effects of growth on cash flow. It also provides a forum for instilling appreciation for the relevance of free cash flow to business owners and managers, introducing

John Steinbeck’s, The Chrysanthemums, was published in 1938 in a book of short stories, entitled The Long Valley. The Chrysanthemums has been a rather powerful draw for scholars because of its wide gap for interpretations and analysis of its main protagonist character, Elisa Allen and also the unique descriptions used to portray the deeper meaning behind the setting of the story. Themes of sexuality, oppression of women, as well as other numerous types of conflict portrayed in this rather somber short story have made it a popular study among scholars and students alike. Steinbeck also uses literary elements including a dramatic tone, rich symbolism, and personification which increase the stories feeling and value exponentially. Steinbeck

Jethro Tull (1674-1741) taught the importance of root crops. His most famous inventions were the seed drill (allowed for better germination of the seeds by planting underground -- away from animals and weather) and the horse hoe.

An English Farmer named Jethro Tull discovered a new way of planting seeds. Before farmers just

As the world progresses, new discoveries are made and old notations are being questioned. The study of plants in particular has raised questions among scientists and others to whether they have abilities that would classify them as intelligent. The Intelligent Plant by Michael Pollan delves into this mystery and whether people should start looking at plants in a different light. While there is an accumulation of findings on how plants are intelligent, its bases can be compared to those of psychology. Ultimately, the conclusion of whether plants are intelligent is still debatable.

In “In Search of Our Mother’s Gardens”, Alice Walker looks to educate us on the hardships that almost all black women face when trying to express themselves through things such as art. She delves into many sociological and psychological concepts that have affected black women throughout human history. These concepts and ideologies created a realm for mass exclusion, discrimination, and oppression of many African American women, including Alice Walker’s Mother, who Alice utilizes as one of her particular examples. The writing thematically aims to show how these concepts of sexism, racism, and even classism have contributed to black women’s lack of individuality, optimism, and fulfillment for generations. The author does a tremendous job of defending and expanding upon her arguments. She has a credible background, being a black woman that produces the art of literature herself. As well as being raised by one, Walker’s first-hand experience warrants high regard. Therefore, her use of abstract and introspective language is presented clearly and convincingly. Also, her use of evidence and support from sources like Jean Toomer, Virginia Woolf, and Phillis Wheatley, all produce more validity for her stance through poems, quotes, and even experiences. All these individuals have their own accounts pertaining to the oppression of black women and their individuality. Successfully arguing that the artistry plights of black women described in “In Search of Our Mother’s Gardens” are