Rutherford Calhoun's Captain Falcon

The next question I asked Mr. Kise focused on why the victory at Gettysburg was so very pivotal to the Union. In my own analysis of the battle, I did not expect the answer that I received from him. He said that in his “own personal opinion of what makes Gettysburg so important, is Lincoln’s speech four months after the battle” (Kise). He goes on to explain that even though the Union Army won a substantial victory at Gettysburg and helped to turn back the invading Confederate Army, it was when Lincoln gave his Gettysburg Address that gave the battle meaning. Lincoln turned the war from “merely holding the Union together, to giving a ‘new birth of freedom’” (Kise).

A time of war was happening during the 1860s. The Civil War brought out some good things and bad things, including many speeches. Abraham Lincoln’s “Gettysburg Address” speech is considered by some to be the greatest speech ever given in modern time. The following will point out specific reasons for that belief. Even though it had only 268 words, this speech had more meaning than some monologues consisting of many pages. It was concise, precise, and sincere. The speech was delivered in November 1863, however, it is as correct today as it was back then. It was a speech for the ages.

Ethos Statement: Prior to this speech, I kept up on the events that were taking place in Charlottesville. I have also researched what Confederate symbolism still stands and how the controversial topic is affecting Americans as a whole.

The purpose of my essay is to compare and contrast the novel titled Fight Club, written by Chuck Palahniuk, and the story, dated back to the Victorian age, known as The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, written by Robert Louis Stevenson. I will compare these two works by evaluating how these two authors represent the theme of dual/split personalities within a specific character found in within each of their respective stories. Each author portrays the idea of dual personalities, and as you read my argument, you will encounter the similarities and differences in the way they described the character’s appearance of their alter ego and the process of their transformation. I will also touch on how the author portrays each

As one of the most influential characters in literary history, Atticus Finch sparked dialogue and disagreement still evident in society today. While Harper Lee clearly intended her character to reflect the ideal personality to counter racism, some of his aspects receive criticisms of numerous kinds. From political controversy to issues surrounding integrity, Atticus does not escape the strict standards of modern literary criticism. But despite several character flaws, Atticus still represents a wholesome man that everyone should emulate. Because of his thirst for justice, undeniable integrity, and unshakeable foundations, Atticus Finch demonstrates the proper way anyone should react to the face of prejudice.

1. Most of this chapter deals with a discussion between Reverend Ambrose and Grant. What are some of the subjects they discuss?

One more conflict was man vs. self which, it took place in the mind of

The North and South should have made reasonable compromises, in a calm and sophisticated matter. During the Civil War, some people at times didn’t even know what their side was fighting for. Rather than separating from the Union, the Confederacy should have discussed

The Civil War was a period of racial injustice and a time of great loss for the people of America. During Abraham Lincoln’s Second Inaugural Address, he creates a moral framework for peace and reconciliation with the use of many rhetorical strategies. With a sincere but reflective tone, Abraham Lincoln highlights the reality of the troubled nation and the solution to all of the problems, which is unity. Lincoln repeats strong phrases to enhance the theme, references to a holy figure, and creates simple, yet structured ideas to achieve his purpose of reuniting the broken nation.

“An eye for an eye only ends up making the whole world blind”<> -Mahatma Gandhi. This quotation captures the theme of the novel; Courage is firmly ignoring the temptation to fight and/or retaliate. . It exaggerates the detrimental consequences of giving in to that temptation, through the metaphor. In drawing out this message from the novel, I was compelled to distinguish the characters who practice peace by not giving in to the temptation to fight. The Courageous person in this type of situation is not the one who triumphs in a fight, but is the peacemaker. With this in mind, Tom Robinson, Calpurnia and Atticus Finch prominently stood out to me. Tom Robinson, Calpurnia and Atticus Finch were all

According to the chapter, “rhetoric addresses unresolved issues that do not dictate a particular outcome and in the process it engages our value commitments.” (15). We see how Lincoln’s inaugural speech tries to engage

This powerful writing by McCandless shows that this entire journey has been leading to this moment and he must kill the being within him, which Alex does not approve of. The being within him represents conforming and civilization, which McCandless despises and views as false. These selected writings were based on the fact of non-conformity and the power within that trait. The power that non-conformity holds includes the knowledge to have your own thoughts instead of complying with social norms.

3. Who was the intended audience for each man's speech and how does that affect the way it was worded and delivered?

The book To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee is often associated with a various number of themes such as racism, social inequality, the importance of family values, and much more. But one of the more hidden messages of the book centers around the idea that there is a coexistence of good and evil. This theme is really brought to life the more the reader is able to understand the book. Through sub themes such as coming of age, perspective, and intense characterization of many important characters the idea of good and evil is really brought to light.

One display of the conflict is shown in the novel when Howard is defending himself in court. Howard argues,” But the mind is an attribute of the individual. There is no such thing as a collective brain. There is no such thing as a collective thought. An