Antholodgy non fiction by

The danger of a single story

jamesbell10 — 2023-03-21 09:54:49 UTC

1) Influence white and blue

-eyed,

they played in the snow, they ate apples, and they talked a lot about the weather, how

lovely it was that the sun had come out.
2) Discovery I realized that people like me, girls with skin the

colo

ur of chocolate,

whose kinky hair could not form ponytails, could also exist in

literature. I started to write about things I recognized

3)stereotyping
everyone can fall foul of this without realising. I reali

zed that I had been so

immersed in the media coverage of Mexicans that they had become one thing in my

mind, the abject immigrant. I had bo

ught into the single story of Mexicans and I could

not have been more ashamed of myself

4)people remember best and worst
I would like to end with this thought: That when we reject the single story, when we

reali

ze that there is never a single story about any place, we regain a kind of paradise.

5) culture even though alot of cultures are very different they still have same intrests
“tribal music

”, and was consequently very disappointed when I produced my tape of

Mariah Carey.
6)understanding
as we see throughout the exctract it highlights how she becomese wiser and more understanding in herself and others throughtout the exctract.

From A Passage to Africa, George Alagiah

jamesbell10 — 2023-03-21 10:02:28 UTC

1)shock at the start it immidiatly throws the horrors of what were happening in somalia. I saw a thousand hungry, lean, scared and betrayed faces as I criss

-crossed Somalia

between the end of 1

991 and December 1992, but there is one I will never forget.
2)sarcasm
ictures that stun the editors one day are written

off as the same old stuff the next. This sounds callous, but it is just a fact of life. It's how

we collect and compile the images

that so move people in the comfort of their sitting

rooms back home.
3)
Olfactory imagery
it was the smell that drew me to her doorway:

the smell of decaying flesh.
4) kinesthetic imagery
It was rotting; she was rotting. You could

see it in her sick, yellow eye

s and smell it in the putrid air she recycled with every

struggling breath she took.
this shows

5) disaster
The journalist observes,

the subject is obser

ved. The journalist is active, the subject is passive. But this smile had

turned the tables on that tacit agreement. Without uttering a single word, the man had

posed a question that cut to the heart of the relationship between me and him, between

us and t

hem, between the rich world and the poor world.

6) colloquial phrase
So, my nameless frien

d, if

you are still alive, I owe you one.

From The Explorer’s Daughter, Kari Herbert

jamesbell10 — 2023-03-21 10:06:16 UTC

1) facts The narwhal rarely stray from High Arctic waters
2) culture and balance
The mattak or blubber

of the whale is rich in necessary minerals and vitamins,

and in a place where the climate prohibits the growth of vegetable
3) juxtaposition of human and narwhale inteligence It was like watching a

vast, waterborne game with the hunters spread like a net around the sound.

The narwhal ... are intelligent creatures
4) conflicting emotion
This dilemma stayed with me the whole time that I was in Greenland. I

understand the

harshness of life in the Arctic and the needs of the hunters and their families to hunt and

live on animals and sea mammals that we demand to be protected because of their

beauty. And I know that one cannot afford to be sentimental in the
Arctic
5) mystery and awe
for carving protective tupilaks and even as a central beam

for their small ancient dwellings
6) disposition he evening light was turning butter

-gold this is disposition because in the north they would have never seen or heard of butter yet their landscape and nature is being described by it.

Explorers or boys messing about? Either way, taxpayer gets rescue bill, Steven Morris

jamesbell10 — 2023-03-21 10:14:54 UTC

1) immaturity
Yesterday a new adventure undertaken by British explorers Steve Brooks and Quentin

Smith almost led to tragedy when their helicopter plunged into the se

a off Antarctica.
almost immatating a pool and using the word plunged referes to there stupid behavior
2) foolishness/ jargen
Experts questioned the wisdom of taking a small helicopter

— the four

-seater Robinson

R44 has a single engine

— into such a hostile environmet
3) use of facts and statistics
Both men are experienced adventurers. Mr Brooks, a property developer from London,

has taken part in expeditions to 70 countries in 15 years. He has trekked solo to Ev

erest

base camp and walked barefoot for three days in the Himalayas.
4)no common sense
Meanwhile, distress signals were being beamed from the ditched helicopter and from Mr

Brooks’ Breitling emergency watch, a wedding present
5)irony
But they were forced to call a halt after the Russian auth

orities told them they would

scramble military helicopters to lift them off the ice if they crossed the border.

Ironically, one of the aims of the expedition, for which Mr Smith provided air back

-up,

was to demonstrate how good relations between east and w

est had become.
6)resentment
The spokesperson said it was

‘highly unlikely’ it would

recover any of the money.

From Between a Rock and a Hard Place, Aron Ralston

jamesbell10 — 2023-03-21 10:21:43 UTC

1) jargens
throught the exctract the use or jargens are prominent to show his expertise and skill to ephasise the severity of the situation
nother

refrigerator

chockstone

is wedged between the walls, ten feet downstream from and at

the same height as the ledge

2) personification
the boulder then crushes my right hand and ensnares my

right arm at

the wrist, palm in, thumb up, fingers extended;
3) language of resiliance
Standing on that, I brace my thighs under the

boulder and thrust upward repeatedly, grunting,

‘Come on...move!

’ Nothing.
4) showing expertise
I lower myself from the chimneying position and step onto the chockstone. It

supports me but teeters slightly.
5)pain In

slow motion:

the rock smashes my left hand

against the south wall; my eyes register the collision
6)co-ordination
If I can step onto

it, then I’ll have a nine

-foot height to des

cend, less than that of the first overhang. I’ll

dangle off the chockstone, then take a short fall onto the rounded rocks piled on the

canyon floor.

From A Game of Polo with a Headless Goat, Emma Levine

jamesbell10 — 2023-03-21 10:26:56 UTC

1) exitment therefore turning into exaggeration
We waited for eternity on the brow of the hill, me perched in the boot

with a zoom lens pointing out
2) onomatapia to show the setting
The noise of the approaching vehicles grew; horns tooting, bells ringing, and the special

rattles
3)listing and long aysendatic list
cut in front of a vehicle with a sharp flick of the

steering wheel (no lane

discipline here); quick reflexes to spot a gap in the traffic for a

couple of seconds; nerves of steel, and an effective horn.
4) immaturinty
here were over a hundred

punters who had all staked money on the race
shown by the word punter it is not something serious
5) massive understatement
underage driver causing a massive pile

-up in the middle of the high

stakes donkey race could have caused problems.
6)western comparision
This was Formula One without rules, or a city

-centre rush hour gone anarchic;

a complete flouting of every type of traffic rule and common sense.

From Beyond the Sky and the Earth: A Journey into Bhutan, Jamie Zeppa

jamesbell10 — 2023-03-21 10:31:57 UTC

1) gentel words and personification
Mountains all around, climbing up to peaks, rolling into valleys.
2)repetition and scale
found out: on the other side of mountains

are mountains, more mountains and m

ore mountains again.
3)contrast the how he loved the landscape but not other aspects
The next morning, I share breakfast of instant coffee, powdered milk,

plasticky white

bread and flavorless
4)the ability to travel and explore
Overall, these signs of cultural infiltration are few

, but they are startling against the

Bhutanese

-ness of everything else.
5)list of their traditional names and how they highlights the wonders of bhutan
Rainbow District of Desires, Lotus Grove of the Gods, Blooming Valley of Luxuriant.
6)independance
Bhutan’s preservation of its independence was

remarkable

Fruits

, the Land of

Longing and Silver Pines

Young and dyslexic by Benjamin zephaniah

jamesbell10 — 2024-01-18 09:11:33 UTC

Positive Approach to Dyslexia:
- Zephaniah describes how he turned dyslexia to his advantage, seeing the world more creatively.
- Highlights the lack of awareness about dyslexia during his childhood and the absence of compassion and understanding in the education system.
Challenges in School:
- Recalls instances of conflicting ideas with teachers, expressing creativity, and challenging conventional thinking.
- Describes stereotyping based on his perceived athletic abilities and recalls instances of being dismissed or misunderstood by teachers.
Self-Belief and Success:
- Emphasizes his self-belief, even in the face of challenges, and how he never thought of himself as stupid.
- Talks about the success of his first book and the perception of his poems as phonetic rather than dyslexic.
Late Dyslexia Diagnosis:
- Describes discovering his dyslexia at the age of 21 during an adult education class in London.
- Highlights the relief in understanding dyslexia, dispelling the feeling of going crazy.
Creativity and Accommodation:
- Emphasizes the ongoing challenges in reading and writing, using creative strategies like drawing to remember words.
- Discusses how people accommodate his dyslexia in certain situations, such as performing poetry instead of reading novels in public.
Empowering Others:
- Encourages dyslexic individuals to use their unique perspective to their advantage and be proud of it.
- Expresses a sense of pride in being a role model for dyslexic children and challenges the perceived superiority of non-dyslexics.
zephaniah uses alot of annecdotes (storys about his past)

H is for Hawk by Helen MacDonald

jamesbell10 — 2024-01-19 11:37:02 UTC

Language:

Vivid Descriptions: The language is rich in vivid descriptions, creating a sensory experience for the reader. Phrases like "fury," "brilliance," and "whirring, chaotic clatter" evoke strong imagery.
Metaphors and Symbolism: Metaphors such as "conjuring trick," "fallen angel," and "griffon" add layers of symbolism, contributing to a deeper understanding of the hawk's unveiling.
Sensory Details: The author employs sensory details, including sound ("twittering," "thump"), touch ("Scratching talons"), and visual elements, enhancing the reader's immersion in the scene.

Form:

Paragraph Structure: The passage consists of well-structured paragraphs, each conveying a specific moment or aspect of the hawk's unveiling. This structure allows for a focused exploration of events.
Sentence Variety: The author uses a mix of sentence lengths and structures, from short, impactful sentences to longer, descriptive ones. This variation creates a dynamic and engaging rhythm.

Structure:

Chronological Flow: The passage follows a chronological sequence of events, detailing the process of checking ring numbers, unveiling the hawk, and the unexpected turn of events.
Building Tension: The structure builds tension as the author describes the unfolding events, leading to the climax where the wrong bird is revealed. This creates a sense of anticipation for the reader.
Shift in Tone: The tone shifts from anticipation and awe during the hawk's unveiling to disappointment and panic when the wrong bird is discovered. This shift adds emotional depth to the narrative.
Monologue Style: The passage employs a first-person narrative, offering the reader direct insights into the speaker's thoughts and emotions. This personal perspective enhances the reader's connection to the events.

Chinese Cinderella by Adeline yen mah

jamesbell10 — 2024-01-19 11:40:20 UTC

Language:

Contrast in Childhood: The language highlights the contrast between the privileged setting of 1950s Hong Kong and Adeline's unfortunate childhood, marked by rejection and disdain from her stepmother and siblings.
Metaphors: Phrases like "persistent toothache" and "persistent throbbed at the back of my mind" convey the enduring pain and discomfort Adeline feels about leaving school.
Dialogue: The use of dialogue, especially between Adeline and the chauffeur, adds authenticity and reveals the disconnect between her and her family.

Form:

First-Person Narrative: The first-person narrative allows the reader direct access to Adeline's thoughts and emotions, fostering empathy and understanding.
Temporal Structure: The passage begins with a reflection on the passing of time, setting the stage for Adeline's return home. The structure is linear, following events as they unfold.

Structure:

Building Suspense: The anticipation of Adeline's return home creates suspense, especially with her foreboding and the mysterious chauffeur's message.
Revelation: The revelation of Adeline's literary achievement comes as a surprise to both her and the reader, creating a turning point in the narrative.
Father-Daughter Interaction: The interaction with her father is a pivotal moment, marked by a shift in Adeline's perception of herself and her father's acknowledgment of her success.
Foreshadowing: The earlier mention of Adeline's reluctance to leave school foreshadows the unexpected positive news awaiting her.