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Introduction The section of Ovid’s Metamorphosis which discusses Daphne and Apollo is more a heroic narrative than a love poem. It tells the tale of why Apollo loved Daphne in vain after Apollo made fun of Cupid and his bow, and Cupid shot them for revenge. The original rhyme has been lost in translation from the original Greek, though the translator took care to preserve some internal rhyme and the meter is faithfully reproduced. It was, after all, an entertainment that had to be memorized and presented to the audience, and was a major form of entertainment of the time. By contrast, the love poems of Catullus are spoken in the first person, as if orated for the courtship of the lover. Again, the original rhyme is lost, though much of the original character of the words are intact, due to the close resemblance of Latin and English in much of the inherited vocabulary from French, a direct derivative. Catullus speaks of a pure and possibly platonic love, idealized and above reproach. Sappho of Lesbos uses another, the third type of address, beginning in the second person as in general remarks or examples and then switching to the first person, speaking to lover of the poet’s feelings. This representative poem is closer to that which we think of as love poetry because speaks of one particular love and how the narrator feels. Main body In looking at Daphne and Apollo from the Metamorphosis, we can hear the meter of a tale, much like those narratives made quite popular in the middle ages by minstrels. It reminds one of the other heroic poems, as in Longfellow’s Evangeline or Hiawatha or Coleridge’s Kubla Kahn. It has what might be termed a “travelling rhythm”, almost like a song, and is easy to remember. Well done, these poems can mesmerize an audience, even more so than the best special effects in movies. Sadly, it is almost a lost art to be able to properly deliver these works, as the audience is far too small and scattered. The imagery in this poem is typical of ancient epic poetry. Everything is depicted in superlatives. Apollo, called Phoebus here, is not simply the God of Light, but “the great God of glorious light”. Python, Apollo’s most recent triumph, was described as “Python, huge, whose pestilential carcass vast extent covered.” Everything is described in great words, meant to strike awe and wonder into the audience and make them gasp, as we do with exploding planets.
Different societies treat women in different ways. Why western women enjoy full equality with men and their social status is not dictated by the religion, women in the East cannot have the same privileges. Partially, such a position was developed due to male dominance as a provider of a family and partially, by the religious norms, that were obviously developed during the rise of patriarchy. Women of Northern India have experienced a considerable level of progress over the past few decades. However, despite these improvements to their situation in life, there is still a considerable level of social and cultural barriers that are handicapping their progress within what is clearly a male-dominated society. For instance, one of the main problems that arise when examining the situation of women in Karimpur is the fact that there is a considerable level of disparity in the survival rates between male and female children. The survival rate of small girls is at an all-time low and this is primarily due to the social and cultural view regarding the value of male children and the cost associated with having female children. The main issue at hand is the culturally prevalent dowry system associated with marriage where the parents of a female child have to pay the family of the groom a considerable sum in order to accept the “burden” of their daughter into the man’s family. While there have been attempts to remove this particular aspect of Indian culture, its prevalence (especially in the Northern parts of India) has resulted in a sociological demand for male instead of female children. The end result is a disparity in the survival rates wherein some female babies are outright killed, starved and neglected in order to preserve more for the male children by their families. It is due to this low level of cultural respect accorded to women that, for the most part, their role in Karimpur is basically that of a housewife who takes care of the home. Despite the high rates of literacy among women in Karimpur, there has been a little progress in ingratiating women into better levels of their society. What is present is a male-dominated culture that views women as being second class citizens within their own country. It can even be argued that, in a particular context, a woman is viewed as a form of property, wherein her subservience is an absolute requirement when it comes to being married. The end result is that when it comes to the patriarchal system in Karimpur, there is definite evidence of repression when it comes to the rights of women, an emphasis is placed on the value of men over women and how women within Karimpur should behave based on the repressive social rules accorded to them. Some of these rules include, but are not limited to:  1. A focus on preserving one’s decency (i.e. a woman preserving her virginity)  2. The need to be subservient to her husband in public  3. The way in which they should place an emphasis on caring for their family instead
Introduction During the 16th century, around 102 travelers and crewmembers fled England to Holland. The pilgrims were running away because of religious conflicts. This is because their spiritual believes were contradicting those of the England Anglican church. The pilgrims experienced many problems throughout their journey. They suffered from many diseases and the shore was not conducive due to its fierce winds. This increased the probability of the ship they were traveling capsizing. However, they eventually arrived safely at their destination (Bradford 1). Incident of God’s providence and its meaning During the voyage many people were sick and this caused a lot of sorrow. A young, arrogant sea man blamed the sick for their condition although it was not their fault. He rejoiced in their suffering and hoped that they could die and be thrown to the sea. He wanted this to happen so that he could have all that they had carried. William Bradford referred to the incident as special work of God’s providence. God had struck His people with a disease; if they died the profane young man would possess the pilgrim’s properties. The sea-man was ready to throw half of the people on board to the sea before the end of the journey so that he could marry with what they had on board, but by God’s miracle they sailed safely to their destination (Bradford 2) Biggest problem During the Voyage During the voyage, the ship came upon crosswinds and strong storms. The winds really shook the ship and the upper part started leaking. The main beam was lowered deep into the waters and eventually broke. This incident instilled a lot of fear in the crew; they feared that the ship might not be able to complete its journey safely. After consulting the master and the mariner, the chief of the company decided to buckle back the beam to its position. The carpenter used a post to support the lower deck which in turn supported the upper leaky deck. However, he warned that the post could not support the upper deck for long, but assured them that they were safe as long as the ship was not overstressed. Cooperation between the crew and the passenger also contributed greatly to finding solutions to the problems encountered during the voyage. The pilgrims also committed themselves to God for a happy ending; this gave them the strength to move on with the journey (Bradford 3). Interesting incident Encountered The ship continued to face the strong wind and during these winds, the ship could not stop. Therefore the crew and the passengers had to face the challenges posed by the wind in order to block the winds for the ship to stop. Eventually, the ship came to a halt and they were at last out of danger fro
Energy Use Energy, according to Goodall (2008), is the ability to perform or make something happen. Almost everything in the world is energy driven in one way or the other. It follows therefore, that how we conserve our energy contributes greatly to our environmental and economic progress. The demand for energy is on the high due to increase in industrialization. Industries have constantly been accused of the increase in air pollution. With this trend having detrimental effects on human lives, new measures to protect our environment from industry pollution have been implemented all over the world (Goodall, 2008). Energy production techniques to help preserve our environment have emerged with the production of less harmful and friendlier energy. Industries are recycling their waste product into useful energy which reduces the cost of production and increases the growth of economy. Industries using electricity in their facilities and the heat that is generated as a by-product captured to generate steam, is a perfect example. Alternative energy is a source of energy that is very efficient and economical (Amiran, 2006).energy produced from our natural source like the solar energy and wind energy reduces cost and helps in financial stability of an industry or an individual. There are various energy sources that includes; nuclear energy, alternative energy and fossil energy. The primary used source of energy is the fossil energy which describes gases and fuel that are applicable in almost all sectors in our life. Machines being used to generate electricity in all industries are generated with fuel for processing. Fossil energy are non renewable and are generated from natural resources buried dead organism decay and decompose for millions of years (Goodall, 2008). Above is a chart to show my energy consumption in three days. Conservation Measures I have to take appropriate measures to reduce consumption of energy in my day today activities. First, I plan to replace my bulbs for lighting with more efficient energy saving bulbs like fluorescent, stop using my vehicle for transport to reduce fuel consumption or else replace my vehicle with modern vehicle that are not fuel guzzlers and are friendly to the environment. Secondly, I will change my appliance and electronic and replace them with the modern ones. Lastly, I will change my cooking schedule to a more responsible one. This
Introduction Build-A-Bear is featured in the episode of “Undercover Boss” that will be analyzed in this report. The CEO rotated around various roles within the company to ensure she understood the positions and the employees’ perspectives on the company. The art of managing and coordinating activities and individuals is known as management. Good management practices benefit all aspects of a business, including executives, staff, and consumers, while bad management practices bring distress to all shareholders in the company and lead to low productivity (Mol & Birkinshaw, 2009). In this report, it is essential to analyze the good and bad management practices witnessed in this episode and give recommendations on how to improve on the bad management practices. Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. is an American retailer based in Overland, Missouri that sells stuffed animals and characters such as teddy bears. During their visit to the shop, customers participate in an immersive process in which the stuffed animal of their choice is assembled and customized to their tastes. These interests include having a variety of stuffed animals to choose from, as well as various scents, smells, and outfits. (Build-A-Bear Workshop, 2017). The largest chain that follows this model is Build-A-Bear Workshop. From 1997 to 2013, the company’s slogan was “Where best friends are made,” before it was changed to “The most fun you’ll ever have.” Sharon Price John is the company’s president/CEO since April 2019. Employees at Build-A-Bear are enthusiastic about their work, friendship, confidence, and comfort are all values that the organization aspires to embody. Adults will feel the thrill and joy of infancy at a Build-A-Bear Workshop. Many decisions go into recruiting the best people to represent Build-A-Bear’s vision and core values to achieve the magical atmosphere. Even as its operations continue to be adversely affected by the pandemic, Build-A-Bear Workshop posted adjusted fourth-quarter earnings and revenue that exceed expectations. According to reports, the quarter ended Jan. 30, the company earned $8.84 million, or $0.57 per share, compared to $6.16 million, or $0.42 per share, a year earlier (Build a Bear Workshop, Inc. Reports, 2020). For the quarter, adjusted earnings were $7.32 million, or $0.47 per share, comfortably exceeding analysts’ expectations of $0.16 per share (Build a Bear Workshop, Inc. Reports, 2020). This report is going to analyze an episode of Undercover Boss: Build-A-Bear for good and bad management practices then give recommendations and possible implementations to counter the bad management practices witnessed in the episode. Analysis As witnessed in the episode, it is learned that relationsh
Introduction According to Cooper (2010), the process of teaching is rewarding and gratifying. Indeed, the teaching profession is a noble one. Many teachers take pride in helping students discover an effective learning process in school. New teachers however need to learn how to deliver more effective teaching strategies and approach as they begin their journey with their teaching profession on the first day in school. Some challenges that new teachers need to overcome as they begin their first day in school is how to make good impression and earn the trust and respect of their students. They may find the following tips provided in this paper helpful on how they can overcome these challenges and be productive on the first day of class. Discussion Mandel (2009) suggests that new teachers should create a relaxed environment inside the classroom on the first day of class. Teachers can take an early visit to the classroom and familiarize themselves with the facilities inside that they can use for their teaching session. This will help a new teacher use all the resources available to start the class with better ease and facilitate better learning of the students. A warm introduction is important as a new teacher begins to put the students at ease on the first day of class. Kelly (2008) emphasizes that teachers should know their students by name on the first day of class. Although one could not normally remember each student’s name instantly on the first day of class, a new teacher can practice getting to know each student by name with each roll call of attendance every day. This is a way of showing students that their teacher cares enough to know them by name. Planning activities in class is another way to build a small community of students in the classroom, giving opportunity for each student to know each other and to know their teacher as well. New teachers should be able to listen to their student’s concerns too. Just as the new teacher feels anxious about the first day of class, so are the students. Allowing students to express their own expectation about the class and to ask questions to overcome their doubt is a good way for a new teacher to develop good communication with the students. It is also important for new teachers to be organized before they report to work on the first day of class. They should be able to write down important things to do like class activities, teaching strategies, and taking down notes on what to bring in class. Teachers who show to the students that they know what to do inside the classroom will likely gain respect from their students. Advanced preparation of lesson plan before school starts is vital in delivering more effective teaching procedures for a new teacher. They can address each student’s concern better regarding their subject and can provide a better overview on what students can expect from their class if they have a definite outline on how to proceed with their lessons. Conserva & Dewees (2007) recognize the importance of creating a lasting impression in class by creating a good first impre
Death is defined as the complete cessation of all living things. Dying is defined as a process of deterioration of the vital system that culminates in the human’s death. In contemporary medicine, the absence of brain function, as shown by a flat line on an electroencephalogram record, is the most frequently used criteria for death (Wright, 2020). Each culture defines and, as a result, handles death and dying in its unique manner, with significant differences. These specific patterns of death and dying elicit typical cultural reactions, and such institutionalized conduct has theological, familiar, and economic ramifications. Dying is a social phenomenon as much as a physiological one. Significantly, the end-of-life consists of death, dying, and bereavement. Death The end-of-life phase, during which the body’s functions shut down and death is near, may span anywhere from a few days to weeks. Important to mention that the deaths of some patients are painless, while others seem to be battling against the inevitability of their deaths. Giving the loved one assurance that death is a natural life’s part may prove to be helpful during this challenging period. EOL care is a phrase that refers to the assistance and medical care provided to a person in the days and weeks before they die. Such consideration does not just occur in the minutes before respiration and heartbeat are stopped; it appears throughout the whole process. It is a chance to say goodbye and apologies for past mistakes to a loved one, and demonstrate love and care by providing end-of-life care (Chowdhury et al., 2020). Anderson et al. (2019) suggest that communication is vital to ensure that patients approaching death will die peacefully. For instance, patients in the final phase of their illness usually face communication difficulties. Therefore, their relatives need clear and honest communication with healthcare professionals. In addition, timely communication ensures satisfaction with end-of-life care and provides relatives with the opportunity to say goodbye (Anderson et al., 2019). While caring for a loved one in their last stages may be painful, the chance to say goodbye can be a gift. Hence, this chance helps come to terms with the loss and transition from grief to the healing process of acceptance. When a terminal disease is in its last
The film The Company Men directed by John Wells (2010) throws light on the experiences of people who live in a changing social and economic environment. To a great extent, this cinematographic work focuses on the ruthlessness of the modern corporate culture which lays stress on extreme competitiveness, short-term profits, and material welfare. However, at the same time, this culture excludes such concepts as compassion and the sense responsibility for the needs of other people. This is the main topic of this movie. This paper is aimed at discussing the way in which the authors use different cinematographic techniques in order to explore this theme. It should be noted that the film focuses on the lives of Bobby Walker, Gene McClary, and Phil Woodward, the employees who work in a large corporation and up to a certain point, their lives seem to be flawless. In their opinion, there is no threat to their wellbeing (Wells, 2010). However, due to economic difficulties, the senior management of the corporation begins to dismiss people who do not bring immediate revenues to the company (Wells, 2010). The authors use various techniques in order to illustrate this topic. First of all, the director relies on camera work and editing at the beginning of the film in order to show that the main characters enjoy prosperity. For instance, the viewers can see the interior of the houses in which these people live and one can see that they are well-to-do individuals (Wells, 2010). Moreover, the camera operator shows that the protagonist drives a luxury car. The editing helps the film-makers to demonstrate that these individuals do not expect any difficulties. At first glance, one can see that these people can easily be called successful. This detail is important for describing the social status of the main characters. Furthermore, one should speak about the dialogues because they illustrate the emotional experiences of characters and their perception of corporate culture. For instance, one can mention the conversation between Bobby Walker and Phil Woodward at the start of the movie. This conversation demonstrates Phil’s inability to accept the idea that he can be fired. He cannot reconcile himself to idea that his previous contributions can simply be ignored by the senior management (Wells, 2010). This example is important for describing the ruthlessness of modern corporate culture. This feeling is familiar to people nowadays, especially at the time of economic recession. This is one of the main details that should be taken into account. Additionally, it is necessary to examine the language that is used in the film. In contains a great number of financial or business terms such as credit climate, growth opportunities, redundancies, downsizing, outplacement and so forth (Wells, 2010). These terms are frequently used by corporat
This paper is designed to identify and describe three careers in the fashion industry that I consider the most attractive and exciting. To detect the jobs that would fit me personally, I tried to analyze myself, my character traits, natural qualities, most significant interests. As a result, I came up with three professions that, in my opinion, would be suitable for me. They are Trend Forecasting, Fashion Product Planning, and Manufacturer’s Representative. Trend Forecasting A trend forecaster’s job is to conduct research on fashion trends and predict the ones that are to come up in the nearest future. The professional of this kind needs to stay connected continuously with the rest of the world and all of its sides to influence fashion. Trend forecasters monitor the moods and events in the world; they follow the pulse of fashion and everything it depends on. In the contemporary world, trend forecasters rely mainly on the virtual connection. The Internet is an excellent source of complete information concerning fashion trends and events that shape them, such as art, culture, history, technological progress, latest designs, and people. The internet is the perfect means of connection between the trend forecaster and their field of work. The other sources of information for these professionals are market research, communication with designers and peers, monitoring the results of fashion leaders, and fashion shows, informing the forecasters about the latest trends concerning fabric and fiber. The tasks trend forecasters perform are very important for the companies they work for because their predictions are the basis for the future orientation and directions for the whole business. This way, this job carries many responsibilities and pressures. The incorrect forecast may lead to a severe loss of revenue for fashion companies. Fashion Product Planner A fashion product planner’s primary function is to determine which raw materials will be needed for the manufacturing of the desired product and buy them. A fashion product planner’s responsibility is to carefully break down the process of product making into parts and order all of the materials required. To collect all of the information about the future needs for the product, the fashion product planner needs to be in contact with departments such as design and product development, learn about the sales rates of each product, be in communication with the suppliers of the materials to know if all the parts are available for order, be aware of forecasts of future and past sales, the level of demand, scheduling and monitoring the work process, and be able to calculate it all and meet the deadline. Basically, fashion product planners maintain order and organize the process of manufacturing; their planning is the basis of the success of the whole business and its products. The charact