Lyndon B Johnson Library Essay

The allusion to readings beyond the Bible is a great indicator of the importance of education, to Bradstreet and Franklin. Books and education play an enormous part in Franklin’s life. In fact, the founding of the first circulating library solidifies the importance. The extent of his education is demonstrated with the allusion to other writers and philosophers such as Anthony Collins, Cotton Mathers, and John Bunyan ; in doing so, he is boasting his education and encouraging others to emulate him. Franklin’s’ “... first collection was of John Bunyan’s Works…” and reveals that he is reading beyond religious scripture(Franklin 312). As part of the Enlightenment movement, it was easier for Benjamin Franklin to read and mention other

These impossible lengths of the building gives the reader insight on how powerful Burnham is with architecture. Burnham’s mind “pioneered the erection of tall structures” (13). that gives the visual image that Burnham made the first tall buildings of his generation, a huge accomplishment for an architect. Larson uses Burnham as the “leading architect”

Two examples that I find especially thought provoking are the Danziger studio and the Goldwyn Library. Built to blend into the local surroundings, the luxury residence was given a humble, rough exterior. Davis' explains that the rough exterior of the architecture reflects the underlying social phenomenon of "repression, surveillance and exclusion"(Davis, 224) that collectively forms the "fragmented, paranoid spatiality"(Davis, 229 ) that LA embodies. Moreover, The house's "camouflage"(Davis, 229 ) exterior creates a stark contrast to its luxurious interior, which places further emphasis on the exclusion and barrier between the "opulent"(Davis, 256) interior and the "rough"(Davis, 224 ) environment. I find Davis' assessment of the Daziger studio particularly agreeable and accurate as I truly believe that an architecture, its purpose and characteristic, sheds light to not only its physical environment but also its social environment, something that might not necessarily be as apparent. On the other hand, I find Davis' assessment of the Goldwyn library rather exaggerated. Judging from photos taken, the fifteen foot security wall is not as grotesque and 'fear-imposing' as Davis puts it. Davis described the library as "baroquely fortified...menacing...bizarre"(Davis, 246) and "paranoid"(Davis, 251). Although security and 'vandal-proof'' maybe, as Davis suggested, the initial goal of the design, I do not believe that it is as exaggerated as Davis

One pleasant afternoon, my classmates and I decided to visit the Houston Museum of Fine Arts to begin on our museum assignment in world literature class. According to Houston Museum of Fine Art’s staff, MFAH considers as one of the largest museums in the nation and it contains many variety forms of art with more than several thousand years of unique history. Also, I have never been in a museum in a very long time especially as big as MFAH, and my experience about the museum was unique and pleasant. Although I have observed many great types and forms of art in the museum, there were few that interested me the most.

Section 1: Describe how Benjamin Franklin established the public library in Philadelphia. What was the effect of this library on Franklin and on his community?

Influenced by his readings of ancient and modern architectural writings, Jefferson gleaned the best from both his readings and from his observations in Europe, creating his own personal style of architecture, a mix of Neoclassicism’s Roman temples, and Palladian villa. Partly, because of Jefferson’s influence, our federal buildings set an American precedent for the neoclassical style. Jefferson’s admiration for neoclassical style went so far as to design

Johnson always expected Mrs. Johnson to dress and look the way he felt was best. He would buy her clothes, sometimes she would borrow clothes from women Mr. Johnson said look good, and he would tell her to apply fresh makeup or do something with her hair. He would do the same thing with the men and women who worked for him. Mr. Johnson had many affairs during his time in senate and in presidency, but Mrs. Johnson stood behind him every time. During mr. Johnson's presidency, mrs. Johnson was working for equal rights for minority's in the south. She created a committee for a More Beautiful Capital. While Mr. Johnson was working on his Great Society project, Mrs. Johnson was working on the beautification of Washington D.C. Most of the flowers and plants were planted in prominent places such as statues and populated cities, some people felt that the money should go to needier places. Mrs. Johnson planted more flowers than anyone in United States history. She also drafted a bill for highway beatification and regulation of billboards and junkyards to the states, Mr. Johnson refused to let any members of the senate in for the congressional White House dinner until they pass his wife's

Lyndon B. Johnson, the 36th president of the United States, was born in Texas, on August 27, 1908. Lyndon was the oldest born. Politicians ran in LBJ’s family; His father, Samuel Ealy Johnson Jr. was a democratic member of the Texas House of Representatives. LBJ struggled in school as a child, but graduated from Southwest Texas State Teachers College. LBJ started his career in politics as a legislative secretary to the Texas Democratic Congressman. LBJ’s first campaign was in 1937 when he was twenty eight years old. He campaigned with the energy of 10 men; he spoke in every town in his district and made over two hundred speeches. In turn, LBJ was elected one of the youngest members of congress. One could say that LBJ had an obsessive drive to succeed. This is evident throughout his political career.

James Weldon Johnson was born on June 17 1871. He died June 26 1938 on He married Grace Nail Johnson They had no children. He went to New York University and it does not tell me what he earn his degree in. He is most famous for being a Lawyer and a song writer and many more.James supported the NAACP.He did this by doing creating the NAACP.This made him an inspiration to millions. He helped his brother take on a music career also Johnson joined Theodore Roosevelt's successful presidential campaign and was rewarded with the appointment as U.S. consul at Puerto Cabello, Venezuela, in 1907.James most famous work was being a civil rights activist and a writer. He was the author many book such as along this way, Black Manhattan, Fifty years &

Lyndon B. Johnson, sworn into office on November twenty-second of nineteen sixty-three after the assassination of John F. Kennedy, was president during the Gulf of Tonkin incident. (White House) This incident was when “the U.S. destroyer Maddox exchanged shots with North Vietnamese torpedo boats in the Gulf of Tonkin.” (History). Due to his place in the presidential office, Johnson had to make a tough decision. This decision required him to make an appearance before Congress to explain himself, and he did. In his message to Congress, titled Message to Congress Concerning the Gulf of Tonkin Incident, he defended his actions. With his use of loaded language, examples, and repetition, Lyndon B. Johnson presented a compelling

Lyndon was asked to work in Washington to work as Congressman Richard Kleberg secretary. He was able to held the job for over three years and he learned how the congress worked. In 1933, Lyndon was elected as speaker for the Little Congress and organization for congressional workers. A year later Lyndon went back to school and attended Georgetown University Law school in Washington, D.C. When Johnson was going on a visit back to his hometown Texas, He met Claudia Alta Taylor. He was sure that she should be his wife. After, two months later, Lady bird (Claudia) and Johnson was married on November 17, 1934 in San Antonio. They honeymoon was in Xochimilco, Mexico where they visited the Floating Gardens. Johnson was resigned as secretary

Early Life- Lyndon B. Johnson was born on August 27, 1908 in Texas. Source by http://www.biography.com/people/lyndon-b-johnson-9356122. His father was a part-time politician. but unfortunately ran into financial difficulty. His father was also a rancher, but because of the financial difficulties they lost the farm. After high school, Johnson enrolled in Texas State University. He participated in debates and politics. Later, He married Claudia Taylor. Claudia bought a radio and television station which made the Johnsons rich. Johnson has two daughters. One’s name is Luci Johnson, and the other is named Lynda Johnson. His life was hard, yet pretty normal. The money problems did not keep him from doing great things to the government. Money-wise and Government-wise.

After finishing reading the three articles of Between These Walls, I came to the conclusion that each reading focused on the concept of identity. Adding on, the authors Anne Krapfl of Setting up House at Geoffroy Hall and Heather Wiese of Untold story and Controversy surround building’s name discussed the topic of identity in relation with the names of building. These topics are important to anyone who wants to learn about the history of important buildings at Iowa State. It is important to learn some of the history because one can have a better understanding of significant people and events to focus on the success of Iowa State.

The significance of this specific building is apparent from the moment you enter its domain. The door, witch is not shaped like a door you will find in an average office building or home, is designed to be deliberately dark, narrow,

Since it was built, the Empire State Building has been attracting millions of tourists every year. This building is not only a national landmark and icon of New York City but a symbol of man’s attempt to achieve the impossible. The skyscraper is also the star in many movies such as An Affair to Remember, Sleepless in Seattle and King Kong. It stands out among the city’s skyline so people arriving by air, sea, or land can always pick out its distinctive shape (Britton 4). The Empire State Building is considered one of the eight wonders of the world and the people, the purpose, the construction, and the difficulties that went along with this wonder all started with a race to the sky.