Ishmael
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Jazz in the Writing of Ishmael ReedIt seems impossible for a work of written literature to imitate a style of music. It seems especially impossible for that imitated style of music to be jazz. Ishmael Reed was able to do the impossible: he used the style of jazz music to write his works of literature.
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The "Ishmael" ParadigmA review and refutation by G. Stolyarov II of Daniel Quinn's "Ishmael," an environmentalist propaganda novel that has become a sacred cow of modern academia.
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A Look at Daniel Quinn's Ishmael Through the Lens of Nietzsche and SaussureA paper I wrote using Daniel Quinn's "Ishmael" and theories by Nietzsche and Saussure to point out how arbitrary the act of naming is, and why we desire it's power.
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Ishmael: A New Perspective on Modern HumanityA look at the book Ishmael by Daniel Quinn, and how is unique way of telling the story of creating serves as a paradigm shifting perspective on humanity.
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A Review of A Long Way Gone: Memoirs of a Boy Soldier, by Ishmael BeahA review of the book A Long Way Gone: Memoirs of a Boy Soldier by Ishmael Beah, an autobiographical account of the author's involvement in the civil war in Sierra Leone.
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Book Review: A Long Way Gone: Memoirs of a Boy Soldier by Ishmael BeahA young boy attempting to escape rebel atrocities in Sierra Leone, is caught and conscripted into a National army where he learns the horrors of war. -
Summary of A Long Way Gone; Memoirs of a Boy Soldier by Ishmael BeahThe summary of this moving story, told through the eyes of a young boy, robbed of his innocence, as he is thrust into the front lines of a war.
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Our Culture's Beliefs and Premises Examined Using Ideas from IshmaelWhat if the world was made for a single person? Suddenly, all the old rules no longer apply. Sharing? Why should you share anything when everything was created for your benefit? -
Ishmael and IsaacBond or free? An allegorical poem written in my early days as a Christian struggling with the issue of Law or Grace. -
A Son of God, a Son of AbrahamWho was the most influential religious figure of all time? Moses? Jesus? Muhammad? Buddha? Guess again! Three of the worlds most influential religions trace their roots back to one man who you may know very little about: Abraham.
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The Whiteness of Moby DickMoby-Dick's whiteness means different things to different characters, but the color is of utmost important to all.
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Herman Melville Scholarship Headed in the Wrong DirectionCurrent scholarship concerning one of my favorite novels, Moby Dick by Herman Melville seems, like the ship Pequod, to be heading for the bottom of the ocean. -
Comparison of the Big Three Monotheistic Religions of the Middle EastThis article looks at the similarities and differences of Islam, Christianity, and Judaism.
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A Long Way GoneReview of the book A Long Way Gone by Ishmael Baeh. A story of courage, pain, suffering and redemption.
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Gunman Takes Hostages at Discovery Channel, Manifesto RevealedGunman's Manifesto reads in part: "Focus must be given on how people can live WITHOUT giving birth to more filthy human children since those new additions continue pollution and are pollution."
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History of the Arabs, and Ancient Israeli-Palestinian RelationsGenesis 21 also gives us insights into the early establishment of the Arab race through Ishmael, and into Israel's relationship with the Philistines, an ancient Palestinian tribe. Another brief Bible study in Genesis 21.
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Moby Dick: What Goes Around Comes AroundThe Town-Ho's Story is a very enticing chapter of Moby-Dick, or the Whale. The themes fate and vengeance put themselves on clear display in this chapter, as Ishmael descriptively tells the Town-Ho's story.
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From Marriage, to Unexpected Pregnancy, to Child Soldiers: My Top 3 Picks for Books that Should Be Made into MoviesA look at three of my favorite books and who should direct and star in the movie versions!
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Peace, Love and WarI wrote this short story in first person. It's based along the lines of the book A Long Way Gone.
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Radical Islamist Threat in AmericaAmerica faces a very real and imminent threat of terrorist action within our borders. The leftists and "PC" crowd haven't a clue. We must understand the tenets of Islam.
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39th NAACP Image Awards Show 2008Tonight is the the 39th NAACP Image Awards Show. The 39th NAACP Image Awards Show is hosted by Tara Banks. Print out this list of nominees and root for your favorites! -
The Simplest Solution to Global WarmingThough global warming is a new problem, it has only recently gained a significant role in the public spotlight. The search for a solution is a major focus of our society today.
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A Review of "Flight to Canada" by Ismael ReedReview of a novel
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Romanticism and Realism in American LiteratureRealism was a literary movement directly opposed to the previous movement of Romanticism.
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How Western Literature Links Nature and WomenThis research paper asserts that women and nature are symbolically and linguistically linked in Western literature.
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The Hajj Pilgrimage: What is It, Where is It, and Why is it so Important?You may notice, if you have any Muslim neighbors, that their house has been locked up, and they seem to have left as though on some sort of vacation. Well, so have millions of other Muslims all around the world. -
A College Student's Literary CanonThe 10 books I think you should read, with a short justification.
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Extract from Brittny and the Book of Daysthis an extract from a novel I have written. in this chapter Brittny encounters a deadly foe, she nearly falls into a stream and she hears the Bells whispering her name for the first time. And she is saved by the bell.
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The Desperation and Hope of Humanity in the Book of GenesisHow Genesis sets the context for a meaningful understanding of Israel's history, Jesus' ministry, and God's epic plan to rescue humanity.
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Genesis Chapter by ChapterA big-picture guide to the first book of the Bible - Creation to the death of Joseph.
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Six Celebrities that Died from StrokesStrokes kill thousands each year, including these half dozen celebrities.
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Escaping the DemonsThe true tale of how I found my footing in this world.From depression, OCD, anxiety disorder to freedom.
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The Role of Abraham and Isaac in the Book of GenesisGenesis 12-27, where God tells Abram to have a son, and Abram has the wrong son, but then God gives him the right son, but then tells him to kill him, but then stops him, then the son has twins.
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Cervantes Free University and Learning CooperativeA short history, description, and mission satatemen of the experimental Cervantes Free University and Learning Cooperative, a spin-off of the Washington University Cooperative. -
2008 ACC Men's Basketball Preview -- National Powerhouse yet AgainThe ACC should be in position to once again be one of the top conferences in the country this season. With at least four teams ranked in most preseason polls, including top ranked North Carolina, the ACC will be strong.
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Updated Top Urban Legends, Hoaxes, and Myths on the InternetYou have probably read them in your in-box. Find out if they are true or not. Examine some of the top urban legends, hoaxes, and myths that circulate on the internet.
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Am I My Brother's Keeper?: The Tragic Bible Character of CainIn this literary analysis, Mr. Lawrence argues that the murder of Abel by Cain in Genesis 4 can be considered a microcosm that defines the entirety of Cain's existence. -
American Religious Leaders Build Bridge to Common Ground"The primary objective of the 'Uniting to Protect' campaign is to guard Americans from terrorism and its devastating consequences."
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A Good AuthorA short story about writing a short story.
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Seven Daysany people ask the question of the earth's age.
