Paradise Lost
Paradise Lost Where the island may seem like a paradise for the boys when they arrived. However Golding has clearly described that is not all it is set out to be. When you think of paradise you think of warm, sandy beaches, clear sky and lush, green water. Whereas the island has some of these features, it is not as desirable as the boys first thought. The longer they stay there the scarier, miserable and unbearable it becomes. The island is very rich in fruit, which seems very healthy and enjoyable, but in fact, when the boys eat the berries they suffer from diarrhea. This is only one of the examples of lost paradise on the island. There are also a lot of beautiful birds, which are admired. A bird is described as "a vision of red and yellow." But the red and yellow could symbolize Jack's raging and fiery attitude and behavior or the fire which is built to signal passing ships. The quote is ambiguous. It is very warm on the island however the boys do not seem to enjoy this luxury after a few days. Piggy finds it uncomfortable, as he always has to wipe his glasses which keep slipping down his nose. In the daytime, the heat is often unbearable with the sun gazing "down like an angry eye." The boys do not end up sleeping outside but in their makeshift shelters as they become increasingly scared of the beast in their minds. When the boys find that there is no adult life on the
My Paradise
My Paradise It was about 7 o'clock in a dark back street of Prague. The light from the street lamps collided with the drizzle to create what looked like almost solid pillars. The drizzle was only light but enough to cause people to hunch over, shielding themselves from the rain. Having said this, not many people were out tonight, well at least not on this street. No one seemed to notice me standing in the porch of the doorway, everyone trudged past minding his or her own business. My fingers toyed with my mobile, waiting. I could feel the Walther P99 situated safely against my ribs; I hoped I didn't have to use, it I hated using it. I waited, patiently, taking in everything; watching for any suspicious activity, but as per usual there was none. Bzzz The silent vibration of my phone. I slid the phone open and read the message. A single solitary word: Now. I set off, pulling the collar of my overcoat higher to shield my neck from the draft. I could feel the cobbles, wet below my feet. I turned right walking briskly; I knew where I was going. Five minutes later I turned down the dark alley, my brisk walk slowed slightly, my body automatically adjusting to the change in light; no street lamps down here. A whole three seconds to adjust, I was getting slow, when I was my peak I would have adjusted instantly. I then remembered I had a job to do, another mistake, I would never
Milton's Paradise Lost - review
Paradise Lost Stephanie Beaton 200108248 English 100-12 Dr. Jonathan Boulter March 27, 2003 From the War in Heaven through the fall of man in Paradise Lost, Satan's weapon at every point is some form of fraud (Anderson, 135). Milton's Paradise Lost explains the biblical story of Adam and Eve. Although the epic is similar to the Bible story in many ways, Milton's character structure of Satan differs from that of the Bible's version. Milton describes the characters as the way he believes they are throughout the epic. In book two of Paradise Lost, Milton portrays Satan as a rebel who exhibits certain heroic qualities, but who turns out not to be a hero. Everything that Satan reveals is reason mixed with obscurity, and lies mixed with the truth. Milton's introduction of Satan shows the reader the thin line between good and evil. Satan was once one of the highest angels in Heaven, and was know as Lucifer, the light bearer. Milton portrays to the reader that Satan was once a strong leader and had a large impact to all in his presence. He best describes Satan's devious way when stating, "His pride/ had cast him out from Heaven, with all his host. / Of rebel angels, by whose aspiring/ To set himself in glory above his peers" (Book I L 37). Satan's pride was the main reason that God banned him from heaven. Satan continuously tried to be above God, instead of following in God's
My Idea of Paradise
A lot of folks depict paradise as lying on some remote island overlooking a stunning sunset while feeling the sand between their toes. My conception may be somewhat different than most people. I can envision beaming music, and people as they frolic. Where the party never stops, it keeps going and going like the Energizer bunny. The scenery will be the most divine of anything on this earth, more so than overlooking the flawless, sugarcoated snow covering the Rocky Mountains. Oh, my, the aroma coming from that city- like freshly cut bouquets of flowers on a sunny spring day. Forget about having a foul taste because it will leave only an everlasting angelic savor in your mouth. Paradise to me is cheerful music and people also, it has the most beautiful scenery one can only imagine. All the masses of people would start getting together holding hands in a circle with Jesus in the middle and start singing in a heavenly language. The city is filled with thunderous sounds of every instrument one can imagine. Then, the angles pick up tambourines hitting them in rhythm along with the music, while people start dancing before the Lord. All of a sudden, Peter, Paul, Job, and all the great men and women of God lift up their hands and sing out with all of their capacity to Jehovah Jireh. A rainbow is prolonged across the land. It has the brightest colors of blue, yellow, pink, and orange.
Frankenstein and Paradise Lost
Mary Shelley's Frankenstein Explore the ways Mary Shelley uses Paradise Lost in her novel; 'Frankenstein.' Shelley's story of a creature created by Victor Frankenstein has striking similarities to Milton's 'Paradise Lost' from the outset, as the second letter in the novel that documents Frankenstein's misfortune, is sent from 'Archangel'. Satan was an archangel before he was banished from heaven for challenging God, and we know that he was supposedly perfect. Frankenstein sought to make 'a human being in perfection', although both the creature and Satan fell from grace at the hand of their creators. The opening line of Paradise Lost underpins the correlation between the tales; 'Paradise Lost' opens with the lines, 'Of Man's first disobedience, and the fruit, Of that forbidden tree,' this is referring to Adam who took forbidden fruit from the tree of knowledge and was therefore exiled by God. This story of Eden and mans downfall has obviously influenced Shelley as Frankenstein's pursuit of 'nature to her hiding places' is what led to the demise of himself and his family. Milton's Satan challenges God; Adam and Eve are tempted by Satan to eat the forbidden fruit and this echoes in Shelley's novel and Milton's poem, as he tells us that 'heaven hides nothing from thy view.' Yet both Satan and Frankenstein want more than nature has to offer, and the irony in the events leading up
"Gangsta's Paradise"By Coolio
"Gangsta's Paradise" By Coolio (Paper #1) Elizabeth Sandoval February 20, 2006 English 103 Eiland Coolio's song "Gangsta's Paradise" is a testimonial of what life is like for an African-American male growing up in the ghetto. Such problems were real life issues for Coolio himself being born and raised in Compton, California. By looking at his lyrics from a historical and biographical perspective it is a lot easier to understand what he is trying to get across to his audience. This song was made to give people who don't live in the inner cities a glance of what goes on there. As for those who live that life everyday it gives them a chance to know they are not alone. A big problem that Coolio brings to our attention is inner city violence. This is an ongoing problem for those who live in the ghetto. "Cause I've been blasting and laughing so long, that even my momma thinks that my mind is gone" (Coolio, 4-5). In other words he has l been involved in so much violence that everyone including his mother believes he is out of his mind. "According to a study teens involved or around a lot of violence show signs of serious mental disorders including drug or alcohol abuse, conduct disorder, post-traumatic stress, depression and suicidal tendencies" (Everding). In the Ghetto making the wrong move can cost a person his or her life. "You betta watch how ya talking, and where ya
Australia: A working man's paradise?
During the early 1900s in Australia, life was harsh but for those who worked effectively, they became prosperous. Australia was in fact one of the most secure and economical places to find work, that is a working man's paradise. Australian workers were, in many ways, considered much better off than their counterparts. They were given higher wages, and much more fringe benefits. Social Security legislation passed in 1905 meant that from July 1909, people aged over 65 years were given a pension of $52 per year. New South Wales had already started paying their aged citizens a pension since Federation. Shorter working times, workers compensation, maternity allowances, invalid pension and increased leisure time all helped create Australia as an image of a working mans paradise. Also, those who served in the Boer War were given an additional pension for their commitment. In the 1890s, Australia experienced an economic depression, where the lower class citizens were opting to strikes for higher pay and shorter working hours. One of the most infamous strikes was made by the Queensland shearers. This strike lasted over six months and only ended after their union leader was arrested. The end of the shearer's strike had a big impact on the working class and Australia's political system. The unions fighting for their workers eventually resolved to political methods to try and reform
Case Study 30 - Paradise Farm Organics.
Assignment One Case Study 30 - Paradise Farm Organics Question 1: . Threat of New Entrants - The organic farm/organic food industry is filled with lots of small companies trying to make it big, the barriers of entry to this industry are enough to put off all but very serious farmer, companies and individuals. Organic food producers require large amounts of funding to finance the purchase or growing of organic base foods, production plants, packaging and distribution. Large well established companies are therefore advantaged. However, there is evidence that there are changes within the organic food industry, smaller organic food companies are forming alliances with larger more established firms and conventional food organisations for the distribution of their products. 2. Power of Suppliers - The organic food industry is dominated by a small number of larger suppliers. These suppliers have vertically integrated their businesses. This vertical integration has significant impact on a businesses position in its industry with respect to cost, differentiation and distribution. Supermarkets have also developed the organic food market and supply sources, and in doing so encouraged the growth of small independent specialists which are now offering a similar one-stop-shop approach for oranic products. 3. Power of Buyers - Organic food and drink is now one of the biggest
The Disillusionment of Paradise - Jamaica
The Disillusionment of Paradise Jamaica is known as an island of paradise for many individuals around the world. The culture is rich with its long white sandy beaches, crystal clear blue water as far as the eyes can see, palm trees blowing in the crisp breeze, Duns River falls, and the birth place of reggae music. Often times when the illusion of perfection is removed from a situation, clarity is identified. In reality, to the vast majority of its natives, Jamaica is a country plagued with corruption and an unprecedented wave of violent crimes (Kovaleski, 1999). It is of my opinion that the increased and continual violence that occurs is a direct result of political corruption and poverty. Political corruption in Jamaica is the exploitation of the impoverished population by the people in power for private gains. For example, political leaders make promises during election periods in order to gain votes. A few of the many promises made include new schools for the different communities, better housing, construction projects for roads and potholes, and employment opportunities. When promises were not delivered, many individuals would retaliate. Vivid memories are recalled from the numerous occasions when my sister's and I could not attend school or work. Certain colors were forbidden as they represented political connotations. The roads were barricaded with debris, burning
A Poverty Stricken Paradise.
A Poverty Stricken Paradise On arrival in a small village called Wamba in Northern Kenya, the first thought that struck me as I stepped out of the Land Rover was the intensity of the midday sun blazing down upon me. As I took in the sights around me, a huge crowd of inquisitive children appeared from their huts and flocked towards the vehicle. So many happy faces in such a deprived village. This image will stay in my mind forever. To experience what life was really like in this small, but highly populated village, I stayed in a basic hotel among the villagers. The hotel was not a five star, luxury hotel, but was simply a bed and an integrated shower and squat toilet. For the villagers this would have been luxurious, as they lived in mud huts using whatever discarded plastic materials they could find to act as a roof. For me, this was like taking a trip back to the Stone Age. Everything was so basic. The most extraordinary view was one child's favourite toy. This was not some computer game, but an old car tyre. The poverty that these people were enduring was overwhelming, yet they were so happy with what little they had. The smiles on their faces were there constantly, even though they may not have eaten for many days due to the continuing drought that was affecting the area. When I asked one woman how she coped with not eating for so long, she replied, "When I feel hungry,
