For my project, I have chosen the topic: Pick a subject - love, work, freedom, etc. Then choose two selections and discuss how that subject is discussed in those selections. Use literary devices to help frame your discussion. The two texts I plan on talking about for this topic are "About the House Girl" pages 40-50 and "Sarah Elanor Royce" pages 136-140.
I have chosen to talk about the text called "About the House Girl" for a couple different reasons. First off, I enjoyed the context and theme of that story, and since it was almost all outdoors I could personally relate to it. It was also very descriptive, and I was able to paint imaginary pictures in my head of what it looked like in the real story. The story had a few different meanings behind it, but one of them was love and that was an option to use for this topic of our project. That is also why I have chosen this one. I have read the story multiple times to ensure I understand it and at this time I don't feel the need of outside resources, although when writing my project if I use any outside info I will make sure to include that as a reference.
I also have chose to talk about the text "Sarah Elanor Royce." This story had many different scenes of Sarah and her husband traveling towards California, and the obstacles they endured to get there. However, there main goal was to get to California and I think one of the main reasons why they wanted to come here was for a better life and to gain freedom. Freedom was an option for this topic of the project so I have chose to analyze freedom with this story. Again, I have not found any outside information to reference to, but if I do I will attach that to my final copy of the project.
I am aware that I need to use literary devices as well when I analyze these texts into my project. To ensure I do this correctly, I have read the links Ms. H has provided to us about literary devices, and have gotten a better understanding and idea of what to do. I have read about the literary elements, themes, and context that have gave me an idea of what do to. I also have read the link attached to literary elements, that talks more about literary devices. This article breaks down the basics of the literary devices, and names many that are usable in this situation. I plan to talk about characterization, imagery, plot, symbolism, and theme in the two articles I have chose to do my project on.
Hi Logan,
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like you have put a lot of time into making sure you know the expectations of the project and your resources which is a crucial first step to any project like this.
I connected with the imagery in the story of Sarah Eleanor Royce. I agree that the way the speak of having a place of their own and the community they now have, it gives the impression of their optimism and their joy of new found freedom. The ability to start new and create a new life would definitely require bravery but well worth the struggle to accomplish. Have you been searching for anything like similar stories to Sarah's to include as an outside source? Will you be using love and freedom as your main topics of discussion or just focusing on the one and analyzing both pieces to support the one? Good luck with your project!
Hey there, Logan!
ReplyDeleteI admire your respectful manner especially when you deliberately tell us that you will provide credit to the person or resource it is due. The process with which you selected these stories is well written, and your explanation as to why you chose them is a detailed expression of their resonance and relatability to you.
What if instead of separately talking about two subjects in one project, you weave the subject of love and freedom in both stories? Both stories offer love and freedom, Ifapi being able to decide that she will be the flute man's (Patapir) wife when she was a young girl can offer freedom. Sarah, who accompanied her husband as they move to California can describe her immeasurable love for him.
I think it's also helpful to provide a supporting argument that ties the subjects love and freedom together. Overall, your project sounds interesting. Please continue your hard work.
I look forward to reading your project!
Cheers,
Regina