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Introduction Cormac McCarthy is one of the most talented and outstanding writers of the present times. While he is known as a commercial success and canonical literary figure, some of his books did not generate financial benefit (Frye 175). Child of God is one of such works, although it was complemented by critics. The third McCarthy’s novel was published in 1973. The author addresses a wide range of topics with a pinpoint accuracy: he does not hide or soften the appalling events and exposes interest in the utmost circumstances that influence a person and gradually make them what they are. The purpose of the present paper is to analyze the novel from several points of view. After a short summary, the main themes represented in the novel from different angles are described, namely cruelty, isolation, and victimization. Later on, the linguistic and stylistic techniques that help the author convey his conception are examined. Finally, the conclusion is made. Plot Overview The plot is based on a real murder case in Tennessee (Frye 63). The author describes the story of Lester Ballard in three sections in which the protagonist descends from a man deprived of his family farm to a dehumanized murderer and necrophile. In the first part of the book, Lester’s property is auctioned off: his attempts to stop it fail, and he receives a severe blow that probably worsens his mental state. Since that time, he has to live in an abandoned cabin and survive by means of hunting or theft. He roams around the neighborhood and awkwardly seeks human warmth. Sometimes, the plot is interrupted by community people’s voices. From their words, a reader learns Lester’s past: his mother abandoned her family, and father hanged himself. After that, the boy “never was right” (McCarthy 21). Ballard is wrongfully accused of raping a whore he met one morning. As the story progresses, he becomes more and more frustrated and mad. The second section depicts the event that triggers the protagonist’s insanity: Lester finds a dead couple on Frog Mountain and takes the girl’s body to his dwelling. However, he loses his “first love” when his efforts to get warm and thaw the body accidentally cause a fire. He has to become a cave-dweller: this transfer is not only the consequence of the fire but also the symbol of the main character’s moral deterioration and blindness. Lester’s rage embodies in his intention to kill Greer, the person who purchased his l
Similarities in representing the concept of design by Charles Eams and Raul Rand  1. “S” – Both authors agree with the idea that creativity is premised on the ability of artists and creators to work within the established limits and constraints. Therefore, limits are established in the form of rules and conditions under which designers and artists should create their products.  2. “S” – The interview and the film pay attention to the importance of implementing specific laws that can influence and motivate designers to create their masterpieces.  3. “S” – Design aims to solve a specific problem. It is also a constant search for viable solutions.  4. “S” – Designs are not connected to its usefulness, but its ethical and creative expression. Therefore, both usefulness and pleasure should be involved while creating a specific design product.  5. “S” – Both authors focus on constraints and needs as the basic triggers of creativity. Curiosity, therefore, is the main reason for developing designs.  6. “S” – Finally, the interview and film touch upon computers’ role in creating designs. Both sources state that computers play an important role in reproducing specific designs, but the leading role is still imposed on humans. Rand’s Definition of “Play” As Compared to the Personal Definition of “Play” “ Play” is a set of limits and rules imposed on students to motivate and encourage creativity and meaningful solutions. Therefore, love of play can generate interesting ideas and concepts rather than full freedom of choice. Before analyzing the readings, I defined play as a complex of principles and rules that allow a person to find a specific solution within the established framework. In other words, play is a condition that is required to achieve the results. Therefore, Rand is logical in representing play as an appropriate way to proceed with creative design. Establishing Relations between the Concept of “Play” And “Design” Since play incorporates specific principles and rules under which a problem should be solved, it also highlights possible boundaries within which the solution can be provided. In this sense, the boundaries of design are also identified in the context of the problem’s boundaries. Thus, the design is an expression of purpose, which leads to viable solutions where the principle of play produces the best problem-solving mechanism. Further, just like each play searches for genuine ways of solving the problem, design can also be created with regard to this approach. Therefore, enthusiasm and curiosity are the guiding principles of design because they promote the further accomplishment of the established purpose.
While describing the criteria of a strong base determining I would like to draw your attention to the main purpose of Evidence-Based Nursing. Thus, certain research findings are to be processed to increase the level of patient treatment. According to online source the principal aim of EBN is “to select from the health related literature research studies and reviews that report important advances relevant to best nursing practice.” (Evidence-Based Nursing, 2001) In other words, strong research findings influence the quality of nursing practice. The most important criterion is question formulating, e.g. the topic selection is recognized to be an issue of primary importance. However, in this respect, I would like you to take into consideration two areas, namely, problem focused triggers and knowledge focused triggers. The first area concerns with quality improvement, while the second one is related to strong research findings. One more important point which is to be taken into account is EBN team formation. The second issue concerns with the qualitative research report findings. To be honest, I suppose that the topics which are to be studied must reflect precise information to investigate a phenomenon in a proper way; however, if the research is considered to be a feeling-based investigation some exceptions are also possible. A feeling-based investigation is supposed to be an appropriate when people who are tested suffer from serious diseases, including a malignant neoplasm, psychological scar, etc. Thus, the main purpose of the qualitative research is to understand patient experiences. There are many people who consider the kind of research less effective; however, I would like to point out that some times it is emotional empathy which is recognized to be much more important than hard data. Thus, Burnard (2004) states that “ there are many questions that research cannot answer and the researcher needs to be open to the possibility that his or her research does not answer all that many questions – and never answers any conclusively.” (p.180) In my opinion, the most important sections of a qualitative research report are data collection method, data analysis methods and findings. Let’s consider every section in detail. So, data collection method is related to the theory. This method can provide you with the goals of the investigator/researcher and the ways/methods some data were processed and received. Usually, the method includes numerous interviews. The ways the interviews were received is also to be described in the research; however, some details are to be omitted. So, data collection method is considered to be the first step – it is the so-called theoretical base. The method is supposed to be a preparatory stage for some further researches. Data analysis method is the second important section. The main purpose of the method is to describe the ways data were received. Thus, the analysis allows the interviews to be described in details. The researcher is to sort the data he/she got according to certain characteristics/categories. Generally, it is the content of the in
The position of a woman in society is a topic for discussion by different scholars because of the issue’s controversial character. In this context, the Laws of Manu represent the approach to discussing the problem in the Hindu society, and it is important to compare this approach with the ideas presented in the works by such authors as Ban Zhao, Livy, Hesiod, and the author of the Middle Assyrian Laws. The Laws of Manu provide the rules for determining the women’s specific place in the Hindu society in terms of women’s dependence on men; women’s relations with their husbands based on their obedience and devotion; such women’s virtues as chastity; and such women’s duties as manager of household activities. Therefore, the ideas on women’s dependence on men, wife and husbands’ relations, and women’s duties represented in the Laws of Manu are directly supported by Ban Zhao and the author of the Middle Assyrian Laws, when the ideas on women’s virtues are partially supported in the works written by Hesiod and discussed by Livy from the other perspective. According to the Laws of Manu, women in the Hindu society were absolutely dependent on the men, on their fathers, brothers, or husbands. It is stated in the code that a woman must “never be independent,” and “nothing must be done independently” (254, sec. 147-148). The idea of the woman’s dependence on men is typical for many traditions and societies. Therefore, a similar idea is reflected in the work by Ban Zhao. In Lessons for Women , the Chinese scholar states, “If a wife does not serve her husband when the proper relationship between men and women and the natural order of things are neglected and destroyed” (264, par. 10). In this context, a woman is dependent on a man because a woman is a servant for her husband, and she cannot destroy this natural order of things. The Middle Assyrian Laws can also be discussed as referred to the idea of woman’s dependence, but they accentuate the woman’s independence in relation to liability. According to the Middle Assyrian laws, if a woman has committed a crime, she is treated independently. However, in other cases, she is dependent on a man. For instance, if a woman “has entered her husband’s house,” her dowry belongs to her husband and sons (71, sec. 29). Similar laws are described regarding the woman’s other property (71, sec. 36). From this point, the Middle Assyrian Laws recognize women as a subject to the husband, as it is also in the Laws of Manu; and in those cases, when a woman is not responsible for committing a crime. Thus, husbands and families of women are not expected to take responsibil
Introduction Currently, liberalisation has emerged as a current trend occurring in both developed and developing countries. A country may institute financial liberalisation among its financial institutions due to various reasons. For instance, these countries aim at accelerating the growth and development of domestic financial markets and institutions to achieve efficiency in the allocation of domestic capital and ensuring equitable sharing of individual risks. In addition, while allowing financial liberalisation, most developing countries aimed at attracting developed countries and investors to pump capital into their economy; hence, financing higher growth coupled with investment (Bodie, Kane & Marcus 2005). Insurance against aggregate shocks and reduction of consumption volatility was also another conventional view that led to countries adopting the concept of financial liberalisation. However, researchers and scholars have proved the aspects and conventional views on financial liberalisation as inappropriate elements. The latest financial and economic crisis that rocked the world in 2008 called for re-examination of the need to implement financial liberalisation. However, this aspect does not mean that financial liberalisation does not have some benefits attached to it. A number of studies carried out demonstrated that financial liberalisation could initiate growth among financial markets and organisations (Fry 1995). For instance, financial liberalisation may call for a positive effect on growth rates, due to increment in the level of interest rates. Elimination of controls on interest rates and their upwards movement can stimulate a higher level of savings. At this point, an assumption is made that higher interest rates would increase financial intermediation. In response to financial liberalisation, economic development can be fostered due to changes in quality and the quantity of investment (Nier 2009).The aim of this paper is to discuss the impact of premature financial liberalisation on microeconomics and financial stability of an economy. Impacts on macroeconomics and financial stability Effects on rate of savings and investment One of the roles of liberalisation is to remove rigidity in the control of rates of exchange and rates of interest, compulsory allocation of credits from banks, and quantitative limitations in credit given to the private sector by banking institutions. These aspects were part of the common practices among developing countries, hence causing inefficiencies that resulted into low direct investment. Current studies and evidence established shows that high rates of interest and financial depths due to financial liberalisation does not exclusively lead to increased savings and inv
Introduction   * Title: Smoke Signals   * Director: Chris Eyre   * Year of Release: 1998   * Director of Photography/Cinematographer: Brian Capener   * Editor: Brian Berdan   * Cast: Adam Beach – Victor Joseph, Evan Adams – Thomas Builds-the-Fire, Irene Bedard – Suzy Song, Gary Farmer Arnold Joseph. “Though this is very much the first feature…, ”Smoke Signals” shows colorful style and a wisdom beyond precocity about its setting and its people” – the film got the following remarks from the New York Times journalist Janet Maslin (Maslin). There is no doubt that the film is highly emotional, explores not only ethnic problems and discrepancies the two young men face in their pursuit of knowledge but the issues of identity, self-understanding, and coordination of the truth of life with everything they knew before. Chris Eyre showed himself as a skillful creator of the genuinely Native American story seen with the eyes of two young guys traveling in the search of the remains of their father, who face the country they have never seen before but which they, nevertheless, want to get familiar with. In some points, the film shows their humoristic naivety, but in general, the film is highly depictive both from the point of view of purely individualistic traits and relations and the nationwide scope of the Native American perception. The director was trying to break the long-existing stereotypes about violent Native Americans incarcerated in their reservations and living according to their sacred, mysterious canons that do not fit in the commonly accepted social life – he depicted the two ordinary young men in the turning point of their life. The relationships between characters Their interrelations are very expressive from the point of view of their origin, with Victor being the native son of his father, and Thomas is an ‘adopted’ child, the saved boy whom Victor’s father rescued in his childhood. They both love their father, but only Thomas knows his real inner self: it was Thomas who lived under one roof with his father for his whole life and suffered violence and humiliation, alcoholism, and the unexpectedness of his father (Smoke Signals). However, both guys as people deeply attached to their roots love their father dearly, which initiates their journey from the reservation to Phoenix, to get their father back home. The story of their trip is becoming much more complex and heterogeneous as the differences between Victor and Thomas are revealed in the course of the narrative: The boys have been rival
How would you describe Maxine Clark’s personality? How might her personality influence her behaviour as the CEO of Build-A-Bear? Maxine Clark is the founder and CEO of Build-A-Bear Workshop. Build-A-Bear Workshop is a retail chain with presence in the world’s major towns. Maxine is an enterprising person. She creates opportunities where others cannot. She is a free thinker who goes for what she wants in business. Moreover, she gives opportunities to untried personnel. This shows her unique manner of tapping talent from areas where the industry usually ignores. Clark’s exceptional interpersonal skills are observable in her interactions with both customers and employees through social network sites such as blogs, among others. Maxine is also innovative, caring, and sociable. This is proven in her ability to use technological advances to reach out to customers. She uses her blog regularly despite her busy schedule as a CEO. This shows her nature as an entrepreneur who ensures that customer’s needs are satisfied. What are the desired personality characteristics of Build-A-Bear Associates? How might these personality characteristics influence the associates’ work behaviours? Build-A-Bear associates need to be sociable, relevant to their target market, and innovative. Moreover, they should be caring as this makes a big difference in retaining customers. Being sociable is a common characteristic of marketers since they have to reach their target through communication. This helps in interaction with the target as well as in making the target aware of his/her needs to be satisfied. Innovation helps associates to be on the edge in a dynamic marketing environment. This ensures relevance in business environment. These personality characteristics are therefore important in changing associates’ behaviour to be customer friendly, caring, focused, and innovative. It also helps the associates to be self-driven and committed to their work. These personality traits have the ability to make associates enjoy their work given that flexibility is an aspect of growth at Build-A-Bear Workshop. Efficacy can also be achieved through these personality characteristics since the associates are highly motivated. Describe the perceptions that Maxine Clark has of Build-A-Bear customers. How have these perceptions influenced Clark’s approach to developing the Build-A-Bear business model? Maxine Clark cares for her customers. In fact, she values them. She communicates to her customers regularly through social networks as well as in person. This shows the extent of her concern for them. Moreover, she engages customers in deciding what is best for them. This ensures that her products are tailored towards the needs of her customers. In essence, customers form an integral part of Maxine Clark’s business. This has influenced her business model. For instance, she has stores in
The case of George Zimmerman vs. Trayvon Martin is one where each perspective and angle has to be examined in order to establish the best course of action. In discovering the story it is crucial to analyze the facts that are known, thus it would be possible to determine who was morally correct and not. First, the identity of each person must be looked at, in the specific emotional setting of the situation. George Zimmerman was a designated representative of the community in the patrol of the area. As he was specifically set out to look for any irregular activity, he was already predisposed to conditions that required a person to be in position of authority and mental sensitivity. Because he felt that it is his duty to pursue Trayvon Martin, even the fact that he was told not to follow the suspicious person, he still proceeded. Trayvon Martin was in a much different position, as his identity and emotional characteristics were different. He was acting casually, as he was from the neighborhood and did not feel mentally responsible to commit specific actions or not ( Trayvon Martin Case (George Zimmerman), 2013). In managing identity, witnesses will be instrumental in helping illustrate the background of each individual. The rights of people are a given, so each parties must be treated with respect and proper duties. The resolution of conflict starts with the identification of the necessary actions of each individual and then, aligning the necessity and carried out behavior. Because the face is the identity of the person, people are judged on who they are and the reputation they have. Both people had a group of friends and community residents who provided support and have know both parties. First, Trayvon Martin was identified as a person who was social and was of very respe
Introduction Physical assessment of a child differs from that of an adult in various ways. Arguably the most crucial difference is that children are often distrustful of medical professionals and scared of physical examinations, and thus adjustments have to be made to make the exam more comfortable. For example, care providers are encouraged to stay on the child’s level as much as possible and to structure the exam by the level of discomfort, from least to most distressing (University of Utah, n.d.). Main body Hence, the painful area should be examined last regardless of the standard order. Additionally, care providers should be truthful in warning children about any discomfort that they might experience, explain it, and use distractions instead of lying (University of Utah, n.d.). Lastly, young children should be observed firstly before the exam as their position, posture, and behavior might reveal more than they or their caregivers could in a conversation. To offer instruction during the assessment, the nurse should remain at the child’s eye level and speak in a calm, soft voice. Children who have severe anxiety should be calmed down through a conversation or distracted by books or toys to make the assessment more comfortable for them. In offering explanations, the nurse should tailor the language to the patient’s developmental level and avoid using medical terminology or complicated wording. Simple, plain language would be more useful when speaking to young children, and information should be explained to them with limited details so as to avoid confusion. Adolescents, however, might require more information and have more questions about their condition. Conclusion To encourage engagement during a physical assessment, the nurse should explain each step of the evaluation and support the conversation. This can be done by asking the child health-related questions or, if in need of a distraction, about their interests, toys, or hobbies. These communication and engagement strategies can help nurses to ensure that the exam goes smoothly and that the child is comfortable and cooperative.