Joseph Conrad's 'The Heart of Darkness' / Modernism # 2
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This 5 page report presents a working definition of the concept of modernism, especially in terms of Joseph Conrad's 'The Heart of Darkness.' Comparisons between modernism and 'traditional' romantic overtures are also discussed. Bibliography lists only the book itself as a source.
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Joseph Conrad's 'The Secret Sharer'
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A 5 page essay discussing the relationship between Leggatt and the Young Captain in Conrad's mariner tale. The writer posits that the characterization and supporting symbolism all point to the theme of growth—by overcoming fear.
Filename: Secrshar.doc

Joseph Conrad's 'Typhoon'
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A 5 page book report which provides an overview of Joseph Conrad's 1903 novel, 'Typhoon.' Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Joseph Conrad's Heart of Darkness / A Cultural Perspective
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A 5 page paper looking at this important novel by Joseph Conrad against the backdrop of his society's racist views. The paper charges that because Western readers of the early twentieth century were so thoroughly convinced that African culture was inhuman and bestial, they would have been incapable of seeing Conrad's intrinsic sympathy for his black characters and their oppressed civilization. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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The Motif of the Hat in Conrad’s “The Secret Sharer”
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A five page paper analyzing the symbolism of the narrator’s floppy hat, which he gives to the stowaway Leggatt in Joseph Conrad’s novella. The paper concludes that after the hat falls in the water it represents Leggatt himself, because he has served as the directional marker by which the captain charts his course. No additional sources.
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Henry James’ “Daisy Miller”
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A 5 page paper on this poignant little 1878 novella. The paper concentrates on the characterizations of Daisy Miller and Frederick Winterbourne, and shows how their relationship was affected by their difference in social class. No additional sources.
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Realism in 'Daisy Miller' By Henry James
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A 3.5 page paper which defines the term ‘realism,’ then examines how it is used in Henry James’ 1877 novel, 'Daisy Miller,' through descriptive passages and characters. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: TGdmreal.rtf

John Milton's 'Paradise Lost' / Raphael, the Angel, as Guide
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A 10 page paper discussing the character of Raphael, the angel, and his role as guide in John Milton's Paradise Lost. Raphael and his inherent qualities are examined as they relate to the issue of guidance. He has been sent from God to Adam in order to warn him of his possible doom. He tells Adam the tale of war in Heaven and illustrates how Satan had disobeyed God. He has done this in order that Adam may better understand his own predicament. The reason for Raphael as a guide is also addressed as well as the general subject matter of guidance.
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John Milton's 'Paradise Lost' / Satan
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A 5 page paper looking at the character of Satan in terms of Milton's own ideas on righteousness. The paper argues that Milton feels that Satan is too brilliant for his own good, and contrasts the 'righteous acceptance' which characterizes Christ with the 'ambitious evil' that characterizes Satan. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Satnlost.wps