Louis Veerne's Accomplishments

approaches to convey the theme of the novel, Hesse appeals to the readers' senses and

Often in literary works the author includes a theme to go along with their story. Two examples of this are the “The Seven Ages of Man” by Shakespeare and “Demeter” retold by Edith Hamilton. Both literary works follow similar themes throughout their story’s. The theme of both of these works is one of a cycle, “The Seven Ages of Man” being the cycle of becoming a man and the cycle of seasons in “Demeter”. The two cycles can be compared through the point of view they are told from, the amount of emotion in their stories and the importance of their cycles.

When I took off the top to that white box on that calm Sunday night, I was instantly transported into this astounding library, that seemed to come out of a movie scene, rows upon rows were piled up with Verne’s, Dumas’, Stevenson’s, and Melville’s. Each week I would open this box and choose a new book. It wasn’t long until weeks turned to days, and I began to greedily treasure my Stevenson’s, truly value friendship with Dumas, prepare for an adrenaline rush with Verne, but most importantly, it was my single Melville that brought me the pinnacle of happiness.

Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea Some time ago, I decided to read Twenty Thousand Leagues under the Sea, by Jules Verne. I figured that because it was so well known it must be an extremely interesting book. In addition, it was science fiction, the one area that I was always interested. My assumption was only partially correct, for I only was to a degree interested in the piece of writing. When Jules Verne was writing this book, he must have been reading some incredibly dull science book the day before, for that was what the book was written as. The style of writing was utterly against my tastes, and though the plot was moderately interesting, the style of writing really ruined it. Often, the author will trail off describing some

Topic Sentence #1: The novels are seen as a warning sign for future generations about the consequences of technology, science, and uncontrolled power.

In science fiction stories there are many common themes. These stories can warn people what can happen if they continue to let technology run their lives, what can happen if people do not parent their children correctly, or if people continue to be arrogant. All three of these themes are present in stories such as "The Veldt" by Ray Bradbury "By the Waters of Babylon", by Stephen Benét. Both of these stories contain important themes and can teach the reader valuable lessons.

"A Sound of Thunder" by Ray Bradbury and “Nethergrave” by Gloria Skurzynski are both good examples of science fiction stories that can captivate the reader’s attention from beginning to end. In both stories, the authors fully develop the plot of the story and their character’s through the use of dialogue. In addition, both authors integrate technology and transport their characters through time to develop the genre of science fiction. Though both stories are captivating and interesting, and thus bear some similarities, the differences between "A Sound of Thunder" by Ray Bradbury and “Nethergrave” by Gloria Skurzynski in regards to the use of character development, setting, plot, tone, and theme are evident.

Throughout the semester we have studied many pieces of literature. All of these works have a purpose whether it be to find love, to be a hero, to find justice, to go on a journey, to portray the natural world and many more. I am going to discuss five different pieces of literature where the characters are on a journey to find or be something. First I will talk about Gilgamesh in the Epic of Gilgamesh.

In the ‘Determining Themes’ assignment, I analyzed the theme of suffering based on the given website. However, after reading and annotating the novel, I felt the theme of ‘fate and free will’ was the most prevalent theme throughout the novel, despite it not being listed on the website. Therefore, I have found my sources based on this theme instead.

Throughout this semester our literary material dealt with themes of technology, modernization, the imponderable bloom, human nature, and truth to name a few of the most overarching. Each text has woven an impression of the possible near future for humanity if the patterns we are creating continue at an exponential rate. Patterns such as consumerism, neglecting unpleasurable emotions, using drugs, and controlling the environment for our short term benefits will write an unsavory and inevitable future. Science Fiction often reflects on society by exaggerating their negative characteristics and advancements to seem far-out, but often it is ironic how close many aspects of the fiction are a direct reflection of the present condition. Even now, the possibilities of utopias and dystopias forming are not so out of reach. The ability of our culture to control an entire population with a self-satisfied culture of vices outfitted with technology is less and less science fiction as the years pass.

In a genre whose name ostensibly welcomes innovation—science fiction—resistance towards technology may initially seem counterintuitive. This, however, is where it is essential to delve into the annals of history. Writers, after all, write what they know. In an 1948 essay, George Orwell wrote, “When you are on a sinking ship, your thoughts will be about sinking

Western power in the late 19th century was revered as rebellious and insuppressible. Around the world in eighty days was written at the peak, or height, of the British Empire. Jules Verne showed us this throughout his novel by educating the reader on the many ways Western power influenced the rest of the world.

Jules verne wrote a lot of big hit books many of them were made into movies. Also many of his books were published after he died.he was a French author who wrote teenager books.

Very little is known about Johannes Vermeer. He was exclusively devoted to the arts. Due to his elusiveness, Thore Burger named him “The Sphinx of Delft” (“Biography of”). Vermeer was an artist during the Dutch Golden Age, a period of wealth for the Netherlands. Many outbreaks of the plague had come and gone, but things were finally returning to what they were like before it began. Trade flourished through the East India Company. The arts became popular, and artists were gaining wealth and fame. Many art guilds were formed where artists could communicate with other artists in their community.

Jules Verne’s Around the World in 80 Days has proven to be a literature classic over the years. This adventure novel tells the story of a man who, on a bet, decides to travel around the world in under 80 days. Unbeknownst to him, he is suspected to be the perpetrator of a robbery at a local bank and is closely followed by a detective. Although initially skeptically of its content as it is a relatively old book, I, as a reader, found myself quite enjoying the book as it continues to hold a similar suspense and interest as many modern novels. When questioning people about whether or not they have read this story, I am often told that they do not find the language and vocabulary of the past enjoyable to read. But while reading this novel, the vocabulary did not appear exceedingly difficult. However, it may be beneficial to have a dictionary nearby if necessary as it should not take away from this genuinely engaging novel.