… by Gail Carson Levine. It is about a girl that has been given the “gift” of obedience at her birth. She must obey every order whether it is hopping on one foot for one day or killing herself. She tries to escape from her curse but she doesn’t know…

… of Heaven, which lasted until the early years of the twentieth century. When the government and the environment were in good conndition, it was believed that the present dynasty was favored by god. If the government and environment were doing poorly,…

… this research proposal I will address issues on financial stability of families, economy and education. “The Lesson” reflects the attitudes and education of children in the lower working class. A point was made in the story that brought…

… is the most famous gamemusician in the world. Since 1985 has he been composing music for the now world-famous games called "Final Fantasy", and is definitely one of the main reasons to the success. And even though he has a tight schedule and…

… passed through my hands numerous times. But did I ever stop to think how the money got there? When kids are young, they receive their income via their parents, either through allowance, working for it through chores, or just plain out getting it…

… pretty, glossy coffee-table picture books that have only a dollop of text alongside its sumptuous photographs, and you might have Michael Hoffman's adaptation of A Midsummer Night's Dream. This all-star version of Shakespeare's comedy is gorgeously…

… of these stories? How is reality dealt with? What animates these stories (pushes them forward, provides conflict and finally resolution?) How does the title impact our reading of the story? In “Unhappiness,” what does one make of the girl/ghost?…

… When Johnathan Harker arrives at Castle Dracula, he becomes increasingly fearful. Many observations lead to his initial apprehension; including the gloomy view of the castle, the strength of the driver and Dracula himself, his host’s cold touch,…

… in America we hear much talk about patriotism. We have parades, fireworks, flag waving, and speeches in praise of our country. We have a grand celebration of Independence Day and feelings of patriotism stir many a heart. Unfortunately, there is little…

… and in his work, “Base Details” we have plenty justification for that admiration. This poem takes the often glorified image of the Majors from World War 1 and strips them bare showing them for their true selves, sending out to us the feeling…