Gimme Gimme Gimme

questions…” (139) does resonate more now than when written in 1979. It’s amazing to see how well he predicted our growing dependency on technology when not much was to be known about how one lives in today’s “technology, instant-gratification, gimme-gimme” society. The overall idea of what philosophy is in itself a Greek idea. However, he strives to claim that even though the “old” idea for philosophy does not answer the current idea, it is still prevalent in different forms. As he explains, Plato’s

Lugging that big fat suitcase down the sidewalk, I pushed the red hunting hat out of my face, so it was not blocking my view. Seeing Holden come down the stairs of that ol’ museum, a smile reaches my face. I quickly stopped myself and put on a straight face, because I wanted to seem more like a grownup instead of a kid with a stupid grin for absolutely no reason. Setting down the suitcase and breathing heavily I say, “Hi” (226). “I thought maybe you weren’t coming” (226). He said. “What the hell’s

For centuries, humankind has enjoyed the unconditional love and companionship of pets. Inclusively, dogs have been stated as “man’s best friends.” By far, pets have become a bigger role in people’s lives. Consequently, pet ownership has turned out to be more popular through the years. Owning a pet can be one of the most rewarding experiences, but there is a fact that many individuals may not know. From what kind of places are people obtaining their pets? The two most presumed options are narrowed

those themes. Atticus represents justice in the fact that he gives both sides a chance to explain the scenario and he tries to prove everyone’s innocence despite race or background. (85-86)Scout says, “Well in the first place you never stopped to gimme a chance to tell you my side of it – you just lit right into me. When Jem an’ I fuss Atticus doesn’t ever just listen to Jem’s side of it, he hears mine too.” Atticus also tries to prove Tom Robinson’s innocence during the trial despite the fact that

music had envisaged. Lennon loved Yoko Ono with a passion, and that came through in this album with a vengeance. The pair of them were famous for protesting things they regarded as unjust – and perhaps the most evocative protest song of all time – Gimme

Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is a tale about how Huckleberry Finn, Tom Sawyer and Jim go through hardships but all show perseverance for the duration of their “adventure”. These characters deal with situations most do not have to deal with, yet despite that, they do not give up. Huckleberry Finn shows perseverance throughout the entire book, he goes through many predicaments and struggles but always has positive persistence when dealing with these plights. When Huck’s father, Pap, kidnaps him

With all the social, political and cultural changes occurring in the 1960s, youth culture was embracing the ideologies of rebellion and counterculture. The Folk music of the sixties was giving way to the new Rock revolution and with this came the iconic Rock Rebel. The Rock Rebel is a romanticized existential figure who revolts against social conventions in a quest to find value or a sense of freedom beyond the pre-existing conforms of society. (Camus; 1967) Through analysing, in a sociological context

Any individual who was born in the current generation or has a child in this generation has assuredly seen High School Musical. With its flashy song and dance numbers, snort-invoking humor, and characters nothing short of flamboyant, High School Musical is sure to enthrall children and adults alike. The masterminds behind the famed cinematic production developed a movie so entrancing that 11 years later, both past and present Disney fanatics are still watching and discussing it. Yet, the hype surrounding

One of the things Erdrich did especially well in her novel The Round House was give power to each character to make choices. Every character felt like an organic representation of humanity and had struggles of their own to cope with. The minor characters had some of the biggest impacts on the story. I’ve always tended to love strong women, and it just so happened to coincide perfectly with this book. Specifically, Linda Lark and Sonja’s choices altered the course of the book greatly. Both of them

"Before you ask," she growled, "Yes. It hurt." She looked around the bar, and then held out her hand. "Your jacket. Gimme." "Well, I can't say much for the lingo in Heaven these days - but I consider it a fair