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Richard Hugo takes places Americans traveled past in the era of westward expansion, with little or no regard for the emotional connections the town might have with its residents and turns them into elaborate towns with storied histories and troubled populations in his poems. The poem “Degrees of Gray in Philipsburg” may sound from the title to be a maudlin description, but it turns out to be uplifting, focused on transience but also making the argument to appreciate the small splashes of color in

In Washington Irving's "Rip Van Winkle," Rip's character is closely correlated with the theme of nature and its prominence over the ever-changing world. The story is set in the Kaatskill Mountains, an important setting with a luminance that does not falter throughout. Similarly, Rip is immediately described as a respectable and well liked man in his mountainous setting. Right off the bat, the two can be easily associated. The magical elements in the story cause Rip to fall asleep for twenty years

readers to understand the importance of the setting, the characters and events because they are what brings national mythology to life. The Catskill Mountains and the Hudson River were very eerie and were known to be haunted.: “In old times, say the Indian traditions, there was a kind of Manitou or spirit, who kept about the wildest recesses of the Catskill Mountains.” (Irving 20)It shows that many people were even

Washington Irving’s short story “Rip Van Winkle” is a way to understand how society had evolved at the time of the American Revolution. At this time the American people, were struggling with finding their own identity. Irving uses his main character, Rip Van Winkle, to symbolize the struggle of early America. Irving uses many symbols in the story “Rip Van Winkle” to display the changes the society in America went through during this time period. Washington Irving’s shorty story “Rip Van Winkle” is

Do you remember playing “Ring Around the Rosie” as a child. The song and its movements are symbolic of the bubonic plague, which ravaged villages and killed thousands, however to the kids today, its means nothing but a fun time. It is not the only occasion where history has been hidden in children’s activities. Rip Van Winkle is a perfect example of this phenomenon. Rip Van Winkle is about the American Revolutionary War. The story holds key symbols in its writing, which can be easily pointed

“Rip Van Winkle” is an example of an American Myth. These myths are legends that originated in the United States and have certain characteristics. For example, they are set in the past, often in remote or exciting places and times. They also focus on themes and settings that were distinctly American and conveyed a positive message. Although, They feature incredible, heroic, impressive, magical, or mysterious events they do have consequences. In addition, these myths are filled with remarkable, strange

Washington Irving wrote Rip Van Winkle in 1819 around the time of the American Revolution. British ruled the colonies and they were so determined to break free. The period prior to the revolution and after was evident with change. The society altered in extreme shared, political and analytical aspects. Freedom to do as they wanted was their main objective. One could easily compare this time period to the story of Rip Van Winkle. This is a story about change and transformation. The story revolves

Once I read the Norton Anthology section as well as the Washington Irving introduction. I learned a lot about Mr. Irving, In addition to the romantic literature. Such as the writers of this time being engaged with certain conflicts and the concerns of the time. Mr. Washington Irving being one of five most important namely writers. However out of the selection of writings, I am going to analyze the "Rip Van Winkle" tale. This tale was found in papers belonging to a Diedrich Knickerbocker. He was

people from outside the nation. But yet, one man was able to sleep through it and wake up in an entirely different nation. Washington Irving’s story “Rip van Winkle” is about a man who went to the forests of the Kaatskill Mountains (now known as the Catskill Mountains) in the Appalachians. He met some weird creatures there and somehow fell asleep for 20 years. When he woke up, he learned about what happened and he knew that his life would completely change. The setting in this story plays a very important

• This essay discusses Washington Irving’s “Rip Van Winkle” and its role in American Mythology. The characteristics of the story’s main characters will be analyzed briefly, as will their effects on the plot. • • In “Rip Van Winkle” the main character, Rip, seems to have an aversion to responsibility. As the story progresses, we that he persistently neglects his responsibilities. He seems to not even care about his own son, who is said to be a ditto of himself. He often times eludes the activities