Essays on Symbolism

The short story, Barn Burning by William Faulkner is full of literary devices. The story is about a family who moves from farm to farm to get by in life and the father burns down barns, hence the name Barn Burning. Which leads the little…

In the novel Stephen Crane uses religious symbolism to convey how Henry’s experiences as a soldier are not relatable to people who are not soldiers and are seen as a spiritual experience. Crane uses religious symbolism through Henry’s surroundings. After Henry runs away from the…

Jack London’s “To Build A Fire” explores the stubbornness of man. And the risk men take to achieve something even if it is not in their reach. The setting takes place in the woods during Yukon winter which is one hundred and thirteen degrees below…

Introduction In this paper, I will explore the theory of Symbolic Interactionism demonstrated in the movie Shrek (2001). First, I am going to discuss the theory itself, and Then I will give a brief summary of the movie and talk about how this movie illustrates…

Pain, the “physical suffering or discomfort caused by illness or injury”. Everyone in their lives have experienced pain whether its physical, mental, or both. For Dunbar, he experienced a little bit of both throughout his life. One major thing includes his job experiences. Since he…

As he steps down from his car, more than a few heads turn in his direction. There is this aura around and about him that seems irresistible. Standing at an impressive 1.93m, a beautiful face, and an athletic build as an extra accessory, this ponytailed…

Trees With love comes trust. Paul D sees the trees as something he can trust, something you can go to when you need reassurance or support. Trees are also become a sign to a second life for him especially when the Cherokee directed him to…

Wings. The sacred objects allowing mere mortals to reach the realm of Gods. Wings embody the freedom to fly anywhere and soar across the sky. However, for Oedipus in Oedipus the King, the winged being he faces are agents of fate: able to chase him…

“The Yellow Wallpaper’ by Charlotte Perkins Gilman gains its most critical attention for symbolism and gender roles merely for woman in the 1900’s. The focus on distractions that becomes obsessions can show how a woman innermost realm of mind, will, and emotion, can be capped…

Kafka’s “A Hunger Artist” informs us about a street performer who practices the “art” of fasting for weeks on end. Despite his extensive popularity in the area, the artist remains displeased and frustrated with his work. He believes that his profession is never completely appreciated…