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Innocence and Redemption in "The Crucible", 2005.
Examines the themes of redemption and innocence in the play, "The Crucible," by Arthur Miller.
1,520 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 35.95
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The paper presents an analysis of the themes of innocence and redemption in Arthur Miller's "The Crucible". The paper argues that, even though Reverend Parris and Reverend Hale appear to have redeemed themselves through their final objection to the court proceedings, their realization that the witch hunt and trial have been used by some for the purpose of revenge on others, as well as their recognition of Proctor's innocence, proves that they do not deserve redemption. The paper shows that this is because their guilt is greater than that of the ordinary community members who do not claim to speak with the authority of God or act with the authority of the law.
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"The famous twentieth century American literary author, Arthur Miller, offers a very pessimistic view of human nature and the condition of humanity in his play, The Crucible. The plot is a dramatic one in which a community of Puritans in Salem, Massachusetts, is caught up in a witch hunt. Many suffer the consequences of this witch hysteria but all, except John Proctor, participate in its development and try to manipulate it to serve their own ends. The religious leaders of the Salem community, its children, and its judges are guilty of causing the suffering of others, of lying, and of giving and believing false evidence. None of the main characters in the play are innocent, except John Proctor, and none deserve redemption."
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"The Crucible", 2002.
An analysis of the symbolic value of the crucible in the play "The Crucible" by Arthur Miller.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 1 source, £ 18.95
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This paper will discuss "The Crucible" by Arthur Miller. The symbolic value of the crucible within the play as espoused by Reverend Hale will be discussed and why it was important in the play. By analyzing this theme in the story the main thesis of the tale can be revealed and will make the axis of the book become realized by the religious foundations that are present within it.
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Grace and Redemption, 2002.
A discussion of the themes of grace and redemption as seen through the character William Miller in "Almost Famous" and Andy Dufresne in "The Shawshank Redemption."
1,322 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 31.95
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This paper examines how redemption and grace can be found for different individuals in many ways. It provides a brief synopsis of the films "Almost Famous" and "The Shawshank Redemption" and the story of each of the protagonists - Andy Dufresne, an innocent man jailed and punished for horrific acts which he never committed and William Miller, a 15 year old stuck in a life which he finds unfulfilling as do many teenagers. It shows how in the film "The Shawshank Redemption" it can be found from teaching and staying positive, while in "Almost Famous" it takes going to the dark side in order to grow and evolve into a man.
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"William Miller finds himself at 15 years old stuck in a life which he finds unfulfilling as do many teenagers. William however has a talent and love for writing and is given the opportunity through hard work and dedication, certainly not handed to him, to write for Rolling Stone magazine. Rolling Stone magazine is the pinnacle of rock and roll journalism, one would think that this would cap off adolescence beyond any teens wildest expectations. Little did William know that, this opportunity would propel his life forward from a boy to a man, from a misguided youth to a young man with a successful career in front of him."
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Sin and Redemption in the Movies, 2005.
A comparison of the movies "The Green Mile" (1999) and "The Shawshank Redemption" (1994) and the topic of sins and redemption.
1,584 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 36.95
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This paper discusses that while both films "The Green Mile" (1999) and "The Shawshank Redemption" (1994) have prison settings and the same director, these two film's overarching ideological agendas stand in striking contrast. The writer points out that "The Green Mile" uses the Christ myth of a singular, suffering (black) savior that can redeem white society. It also shows how "The Shawshank Redemption" presents a morally ambiguous notion of salvation, that all individuals must strive for on their own, even as they work together to form a more viable prison community. The two themes are examined and compared.
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"The comfort that "The Green Mile" creates in the hearts of its viewers is partly due to its setting of time and place. By setting the film in the deep, rural, old 'Jim Crow' era South, in 1935, the film creates a sense of historical impetus and the sense America has changed a great deal. Merely by not being such vociferous participants in racism, as the most racist captor of the drama, the viewer has 'come a long way,' and simply by not being bad as the villainous actors of the drama they are not complicit in the 'old' system that convicts John Coffey merely because he is place. The movie is told in a series of flashbacks as the memories of Paul Edgecomb, who is now living an old man, in a retirement home, increasing the sense of distance between the ideological past and present for the viewer."
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The Corruption of Innocence in Literature, 2005.
Examines the theme of corruption of innocence in works by Mary Shelley, Charles Dickens and William Yeats.
1,382 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 32.95
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Since the late 1700s, literature has progressively moved from the private to the public domain. As writers became less dependent on patronage and started making a living selling directly to the public, their rhetoric began to reflect the changing attitudes of the public. Recognizing the mass appeal of their work, authors began writing for the purpose of illustrating a problem in the society that needed to be addressed. Although the style of writing differed during the Romantic, Victorian and Modern periods, there remained a static interest in the corruptibility of innocence. Mary Shelley, Charles Dickens, and William Yeats each wrote on the notion of innocence, but the manner in which innocence is corrupted in their works is directly related to the new ideas and problems of the society in which they lived.
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"Clearly, Frankenstein allowed his emotions to take control of his actions. A logical person would not leave a helpless creation to fend for itself. Also, Frankenstein was so overjoyed when he discovered that the monster had fled his house during his absence that he completely abandons the logical notion: "if the monster's not here, it's out there." The creature, as a result of being left alone, exemplifies the importance Shelley places on the environment's ability to shape one's personality and to corrupt one's innocence."
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"The Crucible", 2007.
An analysis of the history of the times and justice surrounding the setting of "The Crucible" by Arthur Miller.
986 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 24.95
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This paper introduces, discusses and analyzes the play "The Crucible" by Arthur Miller. Specifically, it discusses whether justice was denied to those accused during the Salem Witch trials. The paper describes the 17th century justice system and how belief systems, superstition and religion blended to corrupt the system and condemn innocent victims. It discusses "The Crucible" in the context of this history.
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"If only considering the facts of the play, which are based on historical characters and documents, it is easier to see how the courts could and would rule for witchcraft. The pious Puritans of the day took the Devil and his powers seriously, and it was entirely possible to them that the Devil could (and would) bewitch children in order to bring new, innocent blood into his demonic world. However, using today's less rigid religious standards make the outcome of the trials seem ridiculous and completely unjust. Today, most people do not consider witchcraft a reality, and so, basing a court decision on the confession of bewitched young women seems almost ludicrous. As critic Bloom maintains, "Today's audience cannot take the possibility of witchcraft seriously; the implication for us is that no enlightened citizen of any age would be able to take it seriously" (Bloom 45). Thus, if the reader places himself or herself in the 17th century, the verdicts against the accused might make more sense, but they still indicate a lack of justice and reliance on the law."
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Childhood Innocence in Literature, 2005.
This paper discusses the subject of childhood innocence in 'Treasure Island' and 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn'.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 5 sources, £ 50.95
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In this essay, the writer explains that to understand childhood innocence in Treasure Island and Huckleberry Finn it is helpful to have an understanding of what constitutes childhood in these novels. This paper attempts to explain that concept, followed by an explanation of why childhood innocence is difficult to have in literature at the time that Mark Twain and Robert Louis Stevenson were writing. It then examines the concept of childhood innocence in both Treasure Island and Huckleberry Finn, comparing and contrasting the texts' themes in its depiction.
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"One frequently explored theme in the nineteenth century was that of childhood innocence. At that time, it was not unusual for children to be thought of as "little adults." Although they were given shelter and education by their parents, children were often pulled out of school to help with work on the farm or in family businesses. Children, therefore, were allowed to be children as long as the harvest or other work didn't interfere."
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"The Crucible" by Arthur Miller, 2002.
An investigation into the witches of Salem, based on the play, "The Crucible" by Arthur Miller.
2,600 words (approx. 10.4 pages), 1 source, £ 55.95
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This paper reviews Arthur Miller?s play, ?The Crucible?. It presents an in-depth character study of the characters in the play, attempting to ascertain the guilt or innocence of each one. A synopsis of the plot is given, through which the character study is achieved.
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"Danforth is the Deputy Governor of Massachusetts. Could he be a suspect? Could he possibly be a witch? The play certainly shows that he is evil in continuing the proceedings rather than admit he was ever wrong. He is, after all, the judge, who presides at the witch trials. He believes he is an honest man. He is relentless in his pursuit of the Witches of Salem. He has convinced himself and others that he is doing the right thing to clean out the den of Witches and purify the town of Salem once again. Even when Reverend John Hale backs away from his belief that John Proctor is a witch, Danforth refuses to listen. He and the theocracy of the town have no desire to stop the trials because to do so would be to expose himself as a sham. The theocracy is the ruling body of the town, a combination of politics and religion."
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Hulga's Redemption, 2004.
This paper considers Hulga's redemption in Flannery O'Connor's "Good Country People."
1,130 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 27.95
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The paper explores Hulga's redemption in Flannery O'Connor's "Good Country People" and why her redemption is necessary. The paper explains the theme of the price of true redemption and discusses reasons for Hulga's transformation.
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"In Flannery O'Connor's short story "Good Country People," the character of Hulga undergoes a significant transformation during the course of the narrative. Indeed because of a catastrophe that befalls her, Hulga experiences an unpleasant awakening which completely alters her view of the world. At the story's opening, she is a bitter hopeless woman who has virtually no spiritual beliefs of which to speak."
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Children's Innocence and Perceptions, 2005.
A discussion on innocence and perceptions of the child from the later 18th century as depicted in literature.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 3 sources, £ 31.95
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British romanticism bestowed upon the child an almost holy status as indicated in "The Lamb" by William Blake (1757-1857), and as this view of innocence would come and go through much of the following centuries, in response to other social influences, including the profound cultural influence of Christianity in Europe. This paper examines the sentiment identified in "The Lamb" in relation to understandings of Blake's day involving the child as innocent, and also, later attention in educated culture, although different, to the child also identified as a symbol of innocence whose development should be taken most seriously by adults.
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Arthur Miller's "The Crucible", 2008.
This paper discusses the central theme of a severe test in the play "The Crucible" by Arthur Miller.
1,220 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 0 sources, MLA, £ 29.95
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This paper explains that a crucible is a large heat resistant container used to melt and fuse metals at very high temperatures and that it is used as a symbol of severe trials in Arthur Miller's play, "The Crucible". The author points out that, in this play, which takes place during the Salem witch trials, all of the characters are put through a severe test or trial of character and judgment. The paper relates that, because of everything they had to endure during these events, many of the characters experienced numerous changes; however, some of the characters do not change despite the events. The author suggests that, of all the characters in the play, Reverend Hale went through the most changes in his personality and his general nature. The paper states that, realizing what is going on around him, Hale takes it upon himself to fight the court with Proctor and help bring back justice to Salem.
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"Similarly, Judge Danforth does not undergo any changes throughout the play. Like Paris, Danforth cares only about his name and reputation, rather than doing his job and dispensing justice. He is a very obstinate man who does not care to listen to anybody's explanations. As soon as it seems he might be proven wrong he throws them in jail claiming they were "attacking the court", therefore questioning his authority and questioning God. He fears being seen as flippant and will consequently do everything in his power, including prosecuting innocent men and women."
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"American Beauty" and "The Crucible", 2008.
A comparative analysis of the film "American Beauty" and Arthur Miller's play "The Crucible" as representations of American society.
2,022 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 45.95
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This paper discusses how both "American Beauty" and "The Crucible" are texts written to emphasize flaws within the American society at different periods in history. The paper first looks at how "American Beauty", which was created at the end of the 20th century when there was an increasing dissatisfaction with the American Dream, depicts Alan Ball and Sam Mendes', the composers, contemporary opinions of Western society and is an illustration of how the American Dream is often a facade for dysfunctional relationships. In comparison, the paper then examines how "The Crucible", which is set in 1692, during the unstable times of the Salem Witch trials, was written as an allegory by Arthur Miller, and demonstrates the similarities between the situation in Salem and McCarthyism in the 1950s.
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"American Beauty was produced at a time when people were beginning to realize that the American Dream is full of unfulfilled desires, repressed dreams and shattered hopes. Alan Ball and Sam Mendes highlight the flaws of this vision through characters in the text. Lester Burnham, the main protagonist of the text, is not content with his suburban life. "Look at me, jerking off in the shower -- this will be the high point of my day. It's all downhill from here." He has a respectable occupation as a magazine executive and a family he once enjoyed the company of however he feels that his he lives a meaningless existence, "in a way, I am dead already." His only daughter Jane has issues with her body image and wishes her father would take interest in her life. "I need a father who's a role model, not some horny geek-boy who's gonna spray his shorts every time I bring a girlfriend home from school." And his wife is stuck in a loveless marriage and doesn't allow her husband to touch her. "Our marriage is just for show. "
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Redemption in "The Idiot", 2005.
Examines the theme of redemption in Fyodor Dostoevsky's novel, "The Idiot".
3,124 words (approx. 12.5 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 63.95
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Prince Lyov Myshkin is the main character of Dostoevsky's "The Idiot". In terms of redemption, he is often characterized in ways reminiscent of Christ, who, on account of the way in which he spoke and thought, was obliged to live among hostile neighbors who did not understand him. He was thus obliged to live alone, not understanding the hostility. The paper shows that, furthermore, there appears to be in this character a timid purity that reminds the reader of the same trait in Christ. This appears to denote a fear of sex and procreation, which was part of Christ's and, indeed, of Myshkin's mission in the world. The paper shows that Myshkin's interactions with other characters and his characterization throughout the novel then reflect the main theme of the novel, which is redemption or the lack and impossibility thereof.
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"Nastasya represents one of the sufferers in the novel, as she has been abused as an adolescent. This once again is a complicated issue of apparent redemption that is in truth a trap. The savior was Totsky, who took in Nastasya as an orphan. He was also however the obstacle towards salvation, in that he sexually abused the young Nastasya. For this, Myshkin observes that Nastasya suffers not only for the wrongs committed against her, but also for the pride and self-contempt that she carries within herself. Nastasya thus, in emancipating herself from Totsky, nonetheless remains her own prisoner. This is already clear when Myshkin sees her photograph for the first time. Nastasya is beautiful, but her life and attitude appear in her face:
"...her expression was passionate, and, as it were disdainful. She was rather thin in the face and perhaps pale." (p. 27)."
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"The Crucible", 2004.
A discussion of witch hunts in America through a review of Arthur Miller's play, "The Crucible".
925 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 22.95
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This paper presents the play, "The Crucible", written by Arthur Miller at the height of the McCarthy period. The paper contends that Miller wrote the play about the Salem Witch Trials in the 17th Century as a parable for what was going on around him. The paper illustrates that, whereas the unfortunate ?witches? in "The Crucible" were actually executed, the ?witches? of the McCarthy era were executed socially, economically, and ideologically.
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"Perhaps one of the best accounts of both historical events is found within Arthur Miller?s 1953 play, The Crucible, written in the height of the McCarthy period. At the time of its writing, the United States was entering into a period that is now described virtually universally as ?dark.? In it, a feeling of general threat pervaded the country?a threat, it was believed, in which Communists inside the United States would threaten the national security of the nation (today known as the ?Homeland?). Further, the government sought to convey a sense of urgency and fear, seeking to galvanize public opinion in favor of the immense spending that would support the new ?Cold War?
Against the terrorist?oops, I mean Communist threat."
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