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Arts & Humanities > Literary Themes & Ideas Controversy over changing literary classics to reflect mandates of political correctness: 1 of 17
Much of the classic literature we read today, including novels such as The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, and Pride and Prejudice, and the like include violations of today's politically correct world. Does that mean we really have to go through and re-edit these novels? Wouldn't that be defacing the classic literature that u... More..
Arts & Humanities > Language Learning Tips The hardest language to learn: 3 of 22
The age old question "What is the hardest language to learn?" Unfortunately for the asker, there is no definite answer. In all actuality the difficulty level of a language is based on your native tongue. For English speakers languages such as Spanish and French are considered easy. However, for native Mandarin speakers French... More..
Pets & Animals > Cat Psychology Socializing your cat: The importance and the methods: 1 of 5
Getting a new kitten or cat is exciting. Whether you have one already and are getting an addition to the family, or whether you getting one for the first time, socializing your new furry friend should be right at the top of your agenda. You know, next to the litter box training? It's too bad that a lot of people don't think o... More..
Pets & Animals > Pet Ownership How to choose a pet for children: 2 of 9
Remember when you were a child and looking in a pet store was like a dream world? When you simply had to have every animal there was? Okay, well, if you're like me you never grew out of it, however, there are some things you should consider before running out and purchasing a pet for your child, or even yourself. The last thi... More..
Arts & Humanities > Literary Themes & Ideas Literary techniques and their journey toward awareness as illustrated in well known literature: 1 of 3
An Evaluation of Twain, Austen, and Potok's Selected WorksIn each of the three novels, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain, Emma by Jane Austen, and My Name is Asher Lev by Chaim Potok, the protagonists are rather strategically placed in different positions in society. As such they are given rather striking quali... More..
Entertainment > Entertainment (Other) An introduction to anime music videos (AMVs): 1 of 3
For some anime fans, AMVs are part of the whole anime-fandom. It's something to add to their adoration of an anime whether they are creating one, or simply watching it. It's also a way to express one's feelings both about the anime, and about life. An AMV is an anime music video. This format of music video is just like the va... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Care & Health Causes of hair loss in dogs: 1 of 3
Dogs can get themselves into a lot of trouble. They can romp and roll around in some of the dirtiest and unidentifiable substances on earth, play fight with other dogs, and eat less than desirable objects. Yet through it all we love them. It is because of this love that even the smallest amount of hair loss on our pets can be... More..
Style & Beauty > Hair Styles How to choose the right stylist and salon: 2 of 5
Choosing the right salon and stylist can be a trying experience. Trial and error is just not a viable option. Hair is one of the most important things about our appearance and style, so when it comes to getting it cut, the right salon is of extreme importance. Not only that, but finding the right salon takes a lot more than j... More..
Style & Beauty > Face Care What to do for oily skin: 3 of 6
If you have oily skin than you understand what a pain it can be. The shimmering glossy look isn't exactly in as far as one's skin in concerned, and the last thing any girl wants to deal with is having to blot their face every couple hours in hopes that the oil will disappear and their make up will stay. The one thing that peo... More..
Arts & Humanities > Playwrights & Plays Society's true face as seen in the plays The Importance of Being Earnest and Sure Thing: 1 of 1
Wilde and Ives Take on Society and Tell it Like it isWhat better way to look at societal expectations than through the distorted looking glass of romance and comedy? In both "The Importance of Being Earnest," by Oscar Wilde, and "Sure Thing," by David Ives both themes are heavily and reliably employed. Yet it is not only roma... More..