Literature Classics

Different editions and different publishers will have different sizes of books printed, from pocketbook up to coffee table size hardcovers. Thus, there can exist many different page numbers for the same quotation. To answer your question you must furnish your publication info as well as the total number of pages in your copy.

Stapleton encouraged the friendship between Sir Henry and his wife because he wanted to use Sir Henry to gain control of Baskerville Hall and the family fortune. By fostering a close relationship between Sir Henry and his wife, Stapleton hoped to manipulate Sir Henry into his scheme and exploit the situation for his own gain.

How does the Epic of Gilgamesh reflect the values and beliefs of ancient Mesopotamian society?

As in the nursery rhyme: One flew east and one flew west and one flew over the cuckoo's nest. The cuckoo's nest can mean a lunatic asylum in the case of this book/film, where the inmates are cuckoo. The story relates how the new arrival, McMurphy, is appalled to see the way the inmates are kept down by Nurse Rachet and is determined to do something about it. So he flies east and Nurse Rachet flies west. And boom boom the feathers fly. The chief (Bromden) is released from his chemical chains with disastrous results. Bromden narrates the events as he saw them as a silent witness, how McMurphy and the Nurse fought for control and what happened afterwards. The chief is the one who flies over the nest.

Abram and Balthasar are both minor characters in Romeo and Juliet. Abram is a servant of the Montague family, while Balthasar is Romeo's loyal servant. They play small but significant roles in the plot, particularly in the opening scenes of the play.

Jim Carrey played the role of Scrooge in the 2009 animated film "A Christmas Carol" where he bought Tiny Tim a carousel.

Sinclair believed that by depicting the harsh working conditions, exploitation, and corruption experienced by his characters in the meatpacking industry, readers would be moved to take action to address these social injustices, such as improving working conditions and supporting workers' rights. He intended to evoke empathy and outrage in readers, hoping to inspire reforms in labor practices and regulations.

No one, Moby Dick survives the fight and everyone else dies, a bunch of other wahles get their heads cut off (by Stubb I believe)

In Act 3 of A Raisin in the Sun, Ruth loses her ability to stay silent about her dreams and desires. She confronts Walter about his decisions and asserts herself, showing a newfound independence and sense of agency.

Max Beerbohm differentiates between hosts and guests by suggesting that hosts are the ones who are always in control, effortlessly entertaining others and orchestrating social gatherings, while guests are more passive, relying on the hosts to provide the structure and ambiance for the event. Beerbohm's view implies that hosts hold a position of power and authority, while guests occupy a more subordinate role in social interactions.

Edward Travilla is approximately ten years older than Elsie Dinsmore in the Elsie Dinsmore series by Martha Finley.

Pip was 13 when he started his apprenticeship with Joe Gargery, and 20 when told he was left an agreeable sum of money, which makes his apprenticeship exactly 7 years.

"Gulliver's Travels" is a satirical novel by Jonathan Swift that critiques human nature, politics, and society. It explores themes such as power, corruption, colonization, and the absurdities of human behavior through the lens of fantastical adventures. The book is often seen as a commentary on Swift's contemporary society and a reflection on the flaws and follies of humanity.

the main theme of swiss family robinson is that a family tries to provide for themeselves while being stranded on an island. like when the dad and his son find a cave and make it their home by caving rooms bit by bit. honestly this book tells people that you dont always have to have all the good things in life just becuase you want it sometimes you have to ask yourselfe if you really need the new iphone 4s when you just got the iphone a week later. does the latest gadget really matter that much that your willing to waist your money on the exact same thing that you bought a week ago just because everyone else has it. if you think about it the only thing you really need a phone for is to call/ text people. dont get me wrong i myself have an iphone and i love it but i spent so much time on it that i got a 700$ bill! so when people say i cant live without my phone well thats a lie becuase george washington didnt have a phone and he was livin just fine. pece homies

Yes, in Shakespeare's play "Hamlet," Claudius dies as a result of a deliberate plan of action by Hamlet. Hamlet seeks revenge for his father's murder, which Claudius orchestrated, and plans to kill him. However, the final sequence of events leading to Claudius's death involves a combination of Hamlet's actions and circumstances beyond his control.

Heathcliff and his wife stay away from Wuthering Heights for about three years, during which time they travel and live outside of the estate.

The time period of "The Swiss Family Robinson" is set in the early 19th century, specifically during the early 1800s.

Jurgis was introduced to Phil Connor, a corrupt and abusive foreman at the meatpacking plant, who reminded him of the night watchman due to his authoritative and intimidating demeanor. Just like the night watchman, Connor held power over Jurgis and wielded it to exploit him.

spiral, inspire, respire,expire,spirit,aspire,spiritual,spirogyra,spirant

Abiotic factors in "The Old Man and the Sea" include the ocean water, sunlight, air, temperature, and salt content. Biotic factors in the story include the marlin, sharks, birds, fish, and plankton.

Oedipus never insisted that it was better to live blind than to die. But he did say that he blinded himself because:

"What use had I for eyes? Nothing I could see would bring me joy."

"What was there for me to look at, to speak to, to love? What joyful word can I expect to hear, my friends? Take me away, out of this country, quickly, take me away. I am lost, accursed and hated by the gods beyond all other men."

So what he's saying is that he is doom-fated and not even sight would bring him joy.

Dorian Gray appreciated Basil as a friend. Though Basil was attracted to Dorian Gray, there was nothing deep about it since he was only in love with Dorian Gray's appearance which gave a huge change on Basil's artistic skills. Dorian Gray appreciated their friendship. When Basil finally had the guts to tell him about his affections, Dorian was already a changed man. His mind was preoccupied with other thoughts like the mysterious painting, emptiness and guilt for all his evil deeds.

He was bored of his conservative morality, and annoyed by his good advices.

Carol Decker is 53 years old (birthdate: September 10, 1957).

Lilliput is filled with tiny people, and is a tiny place, though the Lilliputians think that they rule the world.

Lilliput is England and Blefuscu is France. Gulliver showed how the Lilliput emperor had a thirst for power and wanted to get rid of his enemies, the Blefuscans, though they really hadn't done much wrong at all. Gulliver did not like England.

Today, we use the word "Lilliput" in our everyday language, meaning tiny.

The main characters represent different branches of the church.

In "Gulliver's Travels," Gulliver's description of European weaponry and the way they are used in battle causes the Emperor to turn against him. Gulliver's detailed accounts of war machines and methods of using them go against the Emperor's peaceful beliefs.