The Great Gatsby Dialectical Journal Essay

In chapter 8 being an outcast/ or a loner was a feeling from this book that I wasn't expecting. I from where the books seemed like it was going it was that sex doesn't matter companionship is what Bernard wants and I believe that there it's a little weird the feelings and thoughts he's having in his head.m" Bernard says repetitively how alone he is and how he's growing feelings for Linda and like how she's noticing it and is growing them as well. From what I have read. It almost gives a sense that Linda cares and like they understand each other.

Falling forward, Tom pressed his lips against Booker’s open mouth and kissed him passionately. Removing his finger, Booker wrapped his arms around Tom’s narrow body and pulling him close, they thrust their bodies together as they continued to shudder out their release. Seconds passed, and when they were both finally spent, Tom slowed the kiss and sitting up, he trailed a finger over the seminal fluid covering Booker’s chest. “Wow,” he grinned.

Response: This quote characterizes Tom as a man who takes pride in what others think of him and his family. Even though he will probably never see the truck driver again, Tom feels the need to clarify that both he and his father are literate. Although it would appear that he and his father are not close because they haven't exchanged letters, Tom is quick to defend his father so he must care for him.

““It’s not a question of whether you will hurt, or of how much you will hurt; it’s a question of what you will do, and how well you will do it, while pain has her wanton way with you.”””

With a weary grunt, Booker shifted the bag of groceries in his arms and kicked his apartment door closed with his foot. He had planned to be home early so he take Tom out to dinner as a birthday surprise, but as usual, work had ruined his plans. When he had rung Tom and explained that he would be home late, he had expected him to react moodily, but instead, he had received a sympathetic response. It was a sign that their relationship was now on stable footing. Tom was more open about his feelings, and they argued less about the trivialities of everyday life; they were moving forward.

Booker struggled to suppress a laugh as he pretended to ponder the significance of Tom’s reaction. “Well, you let Penhall hug you all the time,” he replied slowly, his brow furrowing in contemplation, and when Tom did not answer, he waggled his eyebrows suggestively as his mouth widened into a huge, teasing grin. “Is there something going on between the two of you that I should know about?”

Seconds later, Booker’s tranquil face came into view and he managed a tense smile. “Sorry,” he mumbled, his cheeks flaming with embarrassment. He felt like a fool because he knew both Booker and Levine were trying to help him, but he was struggling to control the fear that was steadily rising, making it difficult for him to breathe.

The kinesthetic imagery of temperature in this passage serves as an extended metaphor of the tensions between Gatsby and Tom that culminate with a booming argument. Similar to the “seats of the car”, both Tom and Gatsby’s emotions are close to a point of “combustion”, as their jealousy towards each other has been increasing at a rapid rate. The hottest day of the year is the stimulant for the coming argument, as the heat seems to increase the anger in an already tense situation. The symbolism of the hottest day is also significant for Daisy’s relationship with Gatsby, because it not only serves as the turning point of the summer, but their relationship as well. Following this day the temperature will begin to cool, and the emotions between

Cannery Row seems to do things that are not done anymore, especially in 2015. The town currently is far different then how Steinbeck describes. The town has strived (finally) from the book . Also Monterey CA is one of the most expensive part of CA.

Booker’s dark eyes shone bright and bending his head forward, he rested on his elbows and took Tom into his mouth. With his lover’s hand steadying his head, he allowed him to thrust his cock between his

"Relax…" Remy snickered. "Don't worry, my moderate brother. We’ll find a solution. We'll double date and I'll fix you up,” he promised. “Rucker even said he'll give you a primer on doggy style techniques, so when you get back to temple… hmmm… You’ll be… the man!"

“Ah, you’re right. You just remind me of someone. But hey, since you’re going to be joining us, it would be nice to get to know you,” he says with a smile. “Actually, let me take a guess,” Talking fast, he barely gives them a chance to respond. He studies her face, tilting his head from side to side. Trying not to show any emotion, Greene

While silently acknowledging the concern in his captain's voice, Booker’s outward stance remained defensive. “I'm okay,” he muttered. “When can

The question sizzled in the air like a live wire, electric, powerful, its intensity having the capacity to destroy lives. But for Booker, the answer was simple and brushing the hair from Tom’s eyes, he revealed his reasons. “Because I won’t treat you like a whore.”

The hour-long drive back to the city gave both men the time they needed to cool off. However, a moody silence still blanketed the atmosphere, making it all the more difficult for Booker to impart the news he knew would destroy Tom’s world. On edge, he waited until Tom was sitting down in their apartment before broaching the subject. “There’s something I need to tell you.”