https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c Share your thesis statement for your book project. en-us 2019-01-04 14:07:19 UTC 2020-02-13 19:26:25 UTC hello@padlet.com oguy1 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334262123 type your thesis here

]]> 2019-02-22 18:07:08 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334262123 ccasanova_2019 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334262914 Anthony Burgess' "A Clockwork Orange" demonstrates how power and social status gives way to violence. ]]> 2019-02-22 18:08:32 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334262914 tzimmerman_2019 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334262934 After following Celie's journey, it is shown that the disruption of traditional gender roles can cause issues with family bonds.
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After reading The Color Purple,  it is shown that strong family and friend bonds can over power the feeling of being defenseless.]]> 2019-02-22 18:08:34 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334262934 kquan_2019 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334262974 After analyzing the novel East of Eden it is shown that evil is not inherited, rather it is a product of nature along with nurture.]]> 2019-02-22 18:08:39 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334262974 lvandersnick_2019 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334262975 After getting down to brass tacks with "Ready Player One", the false realities created in one's mind cannot mask the consequences of real life. ]]> 2019-02-22 18:08:39 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334262975 ereichard_2019 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334262990 Upon observing Bram Stoker's Count Dracula, the assortment of superstitious and religious beliefs, the ridiculous rules that bind Dracula, the irrationality of his existence, and his representation as the Devil it is apparent that Dracula is symbolic of the irrational fears that human nature can spawn.]]> 2019-02-22 18:08:40 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334262990 amac_2019 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334262993 After examining the story of "A Thousand Acres" by Jane Smiley, it is evident that the sexual abuse is closely related to the carelessness of alcoholism--ranging anywhere from physically to emotionally.]]> 2019-02-22 18:08:40 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334262993 hjames_2019 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334262995 After analyzing Joseph Heller's "Catch-22", a never ending war is the result of a government who understands the boundaries one man will go and places each soldier into a paradox that would drive anyone crazy.]]> 2019-02-22 18:08:41 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334262995 bchandler_2019 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334263002 After witnessing the downfall of the characters in Lord of the Flies, it is clear that the author was attempting to convey how morals are set by society and without it, people will devolve by reacting on human instinct.

Upon reading how the two main groups in Lord of the Flies attempt to constantly usurp each other, it is apparent that the author was attempting to symbolize political parties of a Democratic Republic through these groups and show the lengths they will go to obtain power.]]> 2019-02-22 18:08:42 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334263002 kjones_2019 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334263011 Upon analyzing Laura Ingalls Wilder's "Little House on the Prairie" and following Laura and her family's journey, one can conclude that as a family encounters hardships in relation to earthly elements, they become united as one force and rise above. ]]> 2019-02-22 18:08:43 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334263011 rchristopher_2019 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334263020 As explained through the words of William Golding, the absence of instruction and structure is detrimental to society and will ultimately result in the failure of the society as a whole.]]> 2019-02-22 18:08:43 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334263020 rkendall_2019 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334263077 Post-examination of Atwood's 1986 novel, The Handmaid's Tale, it can be inferred that Offred is constantly searching for symbols of the power that she has lost during her transition to the Gilead empire.

]]> 2019-02-22 18:08:49 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334263077 mmiles_2019 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334263125 In regards to "The Bell Jar", Plath illustrates through Esther that women's mental health is overlooked and not taken seriously. ]]> 2019-02-22 18:08:55 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334263125 toverstreet_2019 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334263135 After reading "The Handmaid's Tale", it is evident that political turmoil often leads to oppression and a misuse of power.]]> 2019-02-22 18:08:55 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334263135 gfielden_2019 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334263151 After reading "A Thousand Acres", it is evident that when the Cook family encounters adversity, both betrayal and deceit often disrupt the family relationships.  ]]> 2019-02-22 18:08:57 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334263151 shernandez_2019 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334263255 Regarding "Travels with Charley", it is evident that changes in communication will deteriorate region's cultures.   
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Regarding "Travels with Charley," it can be inferred that aging can affect views on current events the interpretation of travels. 
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Regarding "Travels with Charley," the displacement from one's setting can allow for further knowledge on current events/ one's own place in life. ]]> 2019-02-22 18:09:05 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334263255 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334264188 After analyzing "Animal Farm", one can see how the sacrifices made by the residents of the farm are representative of the ample sacrifices of the Soviet citizenry during the Stalin Regime.]]> 2019-02-22 18:10:46 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334264188 shammons_2019 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334264414 After observing Dorothy's journey, it is evident that everyone finds their way back home in the end. ]]> 2019-02-22 18:11:10 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334264414 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334284864 Following the analyzation of Alex and his gang in “A Clockwork Orange”, it is evident that humans are not naturally evil but are inherently changed by the environment they live in. ]]> 2019-02-22 18:52:02 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334284864 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334286931 Regarding "Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe", when a woman finds her voice it has the power to change the way people think.]]> 2019-02-22 18:56:10 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334286931 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334288410 Through analyzing the characters and plot of “Crime and Punishment”, crime can be defined as law, social crimes, and crimes against humanity.]]> 2019-02-22 18:58:59 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334288410 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334289495 Following the analyzation of Fahrenheit 451, it can be inferred that the books were destroyed and burned not because of the knowledge that can be acquired, but the ideas and passions behind books that can be inspired.]]> 2019-02-22 19:00:57 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334289495 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334290562 The journey of the Mirabal sisters establishes that it is important to go after what you believe even though it will take courage and sacrifice. 

]]> 2019-02-22 19:03:00 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334290562 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334290587  After reading "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time", Mark Haddon demonstrates how coming to age can be difficult when you have many limitations.]]> 2019-02-22 19:03:03 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334290587 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334294117 In regards to "A Thousand Acres" by Jane Smiley, it becomes evident that behind each character's untroubled face and smile they hide so many painful secrets.]]> 2019-02-22 19:09:41 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334294117 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334294460 The retelling of the numerous character's stories throughout O'Brien's "The Things They Carried" are meant
 to indicate the many burdens that war creates and intensifies for individuals.  ]]> 2019-02-22 19:10:22 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334294460 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334294543 After analyzing "Slaughterhouse-Five", it is evident from the way Kurt Vonnegut presents time and the span of life, that he does not believe time nor the course of life is as linear or straight as society believes it to be.]]> 2019-02-22 19:10:31 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334294543 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334864222 After examining the characters Frodo and Smeagol, it becomes evident that there are many similarities between them and that Frodo could have easily shared the same fate as Smeagol if not for the support he receives from the fellowship and more specifically Sam. ]]> 2019-02-25 14:35:55 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334864222 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334865851 Lord of the Flies' central themes of anarchy and chaos are further amplified by the development the story's characters undergo. Every single character that supports democracy dies, betrays the idea, or is saved by the rescue crew before they die.]]> 2019-02-25 14:38:22 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334865851 tmarshall_2019 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334866714 After examining the use of Nazi, Germany as the setting for "The Book Thief", it demonstrates how different Germans felt about Jews at the time. 

]]> 2019-02-25 14:39:39 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334866714 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334867284 After analyzing the behaviors of Frodo and Smeagol throughout The Lord of The Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, it is evident that without his loyal followers, like Sam Gamgee, Frodo would have turned into a creature much like Smeagol.]]> 2019-02-25 14:40:36 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334867284 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334867620 From reading This Side of Paradise and understanding historical context, Fitzgerald provides a cynical and hopeless view of postwar America.

]]> 2019-02-25 14:41:03 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334867620 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334867771 Through Captain Nemo we see that solitude has a profoundly corrupting effect on man.]]> 2019-02-25 14:41:17 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334867771 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334867991 Throughout the Lord of the Rings, J R R Tolkien implies that the easiest path often creates more hardships in the end. This is displayed through the struggles and hardships different characters encounter in relation to the ring.]]> 2019-02-25 14:41:35 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334867991 ksharp_2019 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334868052 In the story presented Aldous Huxley in Brave New World the recurring theme is that true happiness is achieved through freedom to express one's own actions and beliefs. If individuals are made to act only as a collective they have not knowledge of self-worth because they view themselves as part of a whole.]]> 2019-02-25 14:41:40 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334868052 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334868185 Throughout This Side of Paradise, Amory attempts to get everything he wants out of life before realizing that his dreams of this perfect American life are farther fetched than he once thought.]]> 2019-02-25 14:41:53 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334868185 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334868325 In the Haunting of Hill House, Shirley Jackson establishes that freedom is an inner journey, not a physical object. 

]]> 2019-02-25 14:42:06 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334868325 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334868731 After reading, it can be inferred that when J. D. Salinger wrote The Catcher in the Rye he applied his own character and high school experiences to the main character, Holden Caulfield.Throughout The Catcher in the Rye, J.D. Salinger establishes the importance of authenticity. ]]> 2019-02-25 14:42:46 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334868731 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334868735 Elizabeth's quick judgement of Mr.Darcy and Mr.Wickham cause her and her family great pain, and had she been less prejudice and more reasoned with her formation of these judgements, she would've prevented some heartache. ]]> 2019-02-25 14:42:46 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334868735 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334870428 After reading and analyzing The Handmaid's Tale, it can be inferred that a decline in birth rates leads to the justification of men taking extreme measures to objectify women and use them to get ahead for the "sake" of mankind.]]> 2019-02-25 14:45:22 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334870428 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334870584 By looking at the relationship Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy, it can be seen that an excess of pride in oneself leads to prejudiced judgments against others; however, a lack of pride also leads to misunderstanding as seen in the relationship between Jane and Mr. Bingley. Austen shows that pride is a worthy character trait that can lead to damaging consequences if utilized wrong.]]> 2019-02-25 14:45:38 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334870584 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334871253 After observing the multiple relationships throughout Tolstoy's Anna Karenina, it is found that a simplistic lifestyle is preferable to one the follows passion. This is illustrated by Levin and Anna's different relationships. ]]> 2019-02-25 14:46:41 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334871253 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334877115 After following the journey of Jo March, one can infer that the author, Louisa May Alcott, was writing Jo based on herself and her experiences. ]]> 2019-02-25 14:54:55 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334877115 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334877709 After analyzing "The Wizard of Oz", it is evident that the four main characters of the story are meant to represent the various hardships of the Industrial Revolution. ]]> 2019-02-25 14:55:48 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334877709 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334996042 In the novel ¨Arrowsmith¨, society influences people and their opinions about the moral things in life in a negative way.]]> 2019-02-25 17:52:35 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/334996042 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/335030194 In "Lord Of The Flies", William Golding makes it clear that the fears we have and the beasts we are afraid of are all inside of us; that evil is deep within and we are fearing ourselves and others around us.]]> 2019-02-25 18:48:53 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/335030194 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/335031218 After spending a day in the life of Mrs. Dalloway, Virginia Woolf portrays the feeble attempts people often make to distract themselves from the dissatisfaction of life with tedious day to day activities.]]> 2019-02-25 18:50:15 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/335031218 stownlian_2019 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/335072985 Through the duration of Wuthering Heights it is evident that Heathcliff’s obsession with Catherine and thirst for revenge caused him to destroy everything around him.]]> 2019-02-25 19:59:37 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/335072985 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/336089959 Throughout reading A Clockwork Orange and being able to analyze the freedom that is placed upon as well as taken away from society, it can be determined that it is far better to be bad by choice than good by force.]]> 2019-02-27 18:59:42 UTC https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/336089959 https://padlet.com/oguy1/8ar4p59xtl5c/wish/337344265 After reading and analyzing ¨Snow Falling on Cedars,¨ it can be inferred that prejudices and biases against those of other races can be very powerful. 

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