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    peaceful civilization. Both The Hope Dionysos and the Triumph of Dionysos and the Seasons Sarcophagus represent why Dionysos was such an important and celebrated figure in mythology, which is why I chose to analyze two works of art that centered on him. My first impression of each piece was of Dionysos as a peaceful, benevolent and joyful figure. I was struck by the calm peacefulness he embodied in The Hope Dionysos and the happiness he shared on the Triumph of Dionysos and the Seasons Sarcophagus. Though

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    that some men are born great, some achieve greatness, and others have greatness thrust upon them. Alexander single-handedly changed the ancient world in less than ten years. The king of Macedon, Alexander the Great, is the most very important historical figure of the Ancient World. Alexander was born to parents King Philip II and Queen Olympia in the Ancient Greek kingdom of Macedon. Famous ancient philosopher, Aristotle, tutored Alexander. By a young age, historychannel.com states that he had a strong

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    To meet a historical figure means to meet a person that inspires us, lifts our mood up, or simply serves as admiration. For many people, the individual they would most love to meet, is deceased. For in that case, if I could conversate with someone of my desiree, I would choose Freddie Mercury. Freddie Mercury was the lead-singer of the widely famous rock band, Queen. Although known for his wild sexually active lifestyle, which ultimately led him to his downfall, he was also a figure who wasn’t

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    General George Washington is one of the most famous historical figures in American history, and his name is one that will never be forgotten. Our country would had never fallen into place the way it does today if it weren’t for him. He was one of the greatest american generals of the colonial armies during the American Revolution. George was born in Westmoreland, Virginia, on February 22, 1732. George had six brothers and three sisters. Around 1752, he had not had any experienced army time. His

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    Martin Luther King Jr. was not someone who was only important in our history but he is an important historical figure. Martin Luther king believed in social justice fundamentalism. This is shown in Martin Luther Kind Speech at the Holt Street Baptist Church (1955). There he talks about Rosa Parks who was taken from a bus and carried to jail because she refused to give her seat up to a white person. Martin Luther King was happy that it happened to her because of her integrity and the kind of person

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    relatively round, using ink to draw the eyebrows and to emphasize the already carved on eyelids. The upper eyelids are curvy while the lower ones are relatively flat. With plump alae of the nose, small lips and dimples on the edge of the mouth, the figure is depicted to be smiling. Although the neck is broken, the piece left in front of the chest indicates the kasayaworn by the Buddha

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    to many issues I encounter in my life. I figure out what is wrong and quickly try to fix this issue. However, there is always a constant fear that I won’t be able to figure out what is wrong when searching for a solution. If the problem isn’t quickly resolved with my method, I begin to overthink what may be wrong, and often that leads me down the wrong path. Unfortunately, this happens to me more often than it should. When it takes me a long time to figure out a solution, I begin to get far to stressed

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    Inside Composing Essay

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    Composing is something that goes to some as an ability, yet others as a burden. It's only a unique little something where "you either have it, or you don't." Inside composing, one can express their sentiments and feelings through mind blowing subtle elements. The pursuer can grasp the subtle elements inside a story, to where it practically feels as though they are living it themselves. Composing can be an unwinding strategy for around, a method for communicating feelings for others, or just essentially

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    Fortnite Research Paper

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    The overwhelming difference is of course the fact that Fortnite is still in the process of peaking while the other competitors have already watched their better days stroll by them, but not to worry for other popular titles. Fortnite might not have established its plateau yet, but it’s on the horizon as there is bound to be some new game that gamers flock to in the coming months. Even so, this streak of popularity will not go in vain as us gamers will always keep Fortnite on a pedestal for its paramount

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    Naturalism In Cythera

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    too. On following the coupled figures down towards the boat, is a conspiracy whether the boat bought the figures to Cythera or is taking them to the island of Cythera. On closely observing the body language of the figures, it is noticed how they get closer and closer towards a state of intimacy. As observed- towards the boat a couple is seen where the women is holding the man’s arm of her own volition, she doesn’t have to be coaxed anymore. The progression of the figures almost looks like a form of

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