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"The Lion King", 2006.
This paper discusses the much acclaimed "The Lion King", which originated from an original script as an animated Disney film followed by a Broadway play based on the movie.
2,235 words (approx. 8.9 pages), 12 sources, MLA, AU$ 100.95
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This paper explains that the story of "The Lion King" is a serious drama with comic moments containing "real issues" of guilt, despair, alienation, and the need to take responsibility, which is similar to "Hamlet" by William Shakespeare, both of which are based on archetypal myth. The author points out that, whereas the animated film was tremendously popular and profitable, "The Lion King" stage play forever changed children's theater, stretching the boundaries of children's theater so that children's plays are now often very rich in content and in stage-craft and a little scary in places. The paper concludes that the success of "The Lion King" is that it not only entertains children but also leaves them with a moral template of loyalty, social responsibility and spirituality, which are pro-social values precious to society.
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"Myths contain archetypal characters who speak to human beings at a deep level of consciousness. Simba and Hamlet are archetypes of the mythical child in exile. An archetype is an image that appears over and over in literature and myths and so is familiar to us all. The stories of Jesus, Moses, Buddha and Perseus (as well as Simba and Hamlet) all are about the mythical child in exile. Myths may not be literally true, but they contain essential truths, which resonate in the hearts of human beings. Myths always involve the "world of mystery and imagination, of feeling, participation and transformation...in the creation of order and of a secure reality out of darkness of the unknown.""
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The Lion Dance, 2005.
This paper describes the Chinese Lion Dance.
2,080 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 10 sources, MLA, AU$ 94.95
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This paper explains that the Lion Dancing is a unique art form from China traditionally thought to bring happiness, good luck, prosperity and longevity. The author points out that the Lion Dance is performed during celebrations such as the Chinese New Year and the August Moon Festival and at grand openings of restaurants, martial arts school and other businesses. The paper relates that it might have originated during the Tang dynasty (618-907 AD) when, according to legend, the emperor dreamt he was attacked by demons but was saved by a mysterious creature, a lion.
Table of Contents:
Lion Dancing and Revolution
Elements of Lion Dancing
Lion Dancing Routines
Choi Chiang "Get the Green"
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"Lion dancing has long been associated with kung fu, an association that dates back to the Ching dynasty, when revolutionary martial artists used the dance as a secret means of communication. Under the guise of celebration, revolutionary martial artists traveled from village to village performing the lion dance. As part of the routine the dancing lion woould eat lettuce which often contained money and information hidden within its leaves. In revolutionary days, the dancer holding the lion's head would cry out choi ching ("get the Ching") to signal that he was a fellow revolutionary and could receive secret messages. Of course, any Ching informers present would know the dancer's intention upon hearing the battlecry. Since ching was very close in sound to chiang (meaning green, as in lettuce and money), the lion dancer's password became choi chiang or "get the green.""
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Film: "The Lion in Winter", 2007.
This paper discusses the historical context and accuracy of the
film "The Lion in Winter" (1968), directed by Anthony Harvey and based on the original stage play by James Goldman.
3,050 words (approx. 12.2 pages), 10 sources, MLA, AU$ 129.95
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This paper describes the great historical epic film,"The Lion in Winter" about the later life of Henry II Plantagenet, King of England, from 1142 to 1189 A.D, when Henry was embroiled in a family dispute concerning his successor to the throne of England in 1183. The author believes that, because of its realistic portrayal of the characters, plot, setting and time frame, this film stands out as one of the best historical epics produced during the 1960s. The paper stresses that (1) the portrayal of the Plantagenet family is considered to be a true representatation of the actual persons and (2) the location of the film is in or near the King's residence in England.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Filmic Narrative
Historical Context
Historical Accuracy
Critical Assessment
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"Regarding Henry II's family, it could be said that within this often turbulent and violent arena, "war was their pleasure, but marriage was their business." This war aspect of the Plantagenets was based in part on Henry's complete unwillingness to share his special heritage with his wife and sons, a heritage of the Anglo-Saxon line via his grandmother Matilda and his father as the hereditary Count of Anjou. Also, through his marriage to Eleanor, Henry II laid claim to Aquitaine and other areas of France, including Brittany, Normandy, Gascony, Toulouse, Maine and Poitou, all of which made up the Angevin Empire."
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Richard the Lion-Hearted, 2005.
A brief paper examining the feats and accomplishments of King Richard the Lion-Hearted.
912 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, MLA, AU$ 47.95
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Richard I of England (1157-1199), whose inspiring courage in battle earned him the titled "Coeur de Lion" or "the Lion-hearted," took control of the Third Crusade and became one of the greatest military leaders of medieval Europe. This paper talks about his early life, his military feats, key facts, and his death.
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"With Acre under his control, Richard marched towards the Holy City to free it from the Muslim sultan who had captured it in 1187, Saladin. During the course of this march, Richard demonstrated his abilities as a logistician and strategist for military. He marched his troops along the coast, allowing his fleet of ships to parallel them and provide supplies whenever they were necessary. He did not allow his troops to chase the small Muslim groups who bothered them. The king knew that their plan was for his troops to fall into a Muslim ambush. Having ignored the Muslim till September 7, Richard decided to turn his entire army of around fifty thousand against Arsuf. He had an astounding victory here, as he killed seven thousand while only losing seven hundred."
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Sea Lions, 2001.
This paper presents a brief overview of the California sea lion as it fares in both captivity and in the wild.
2,635 words (approx. 10.5 pages), 12 sources, MLA, AU$ 114.95
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This paper examines the species of seals, Otariidae, called sea lions. The author specifically discusses the sea lions that inhabit Californian shores. The paper describes their appearances, characteristics, their prey, and how they interact with humans. The author also discusses their mating rituals, and how sea lions were greatly affected by El Nino, and other dangers they face in nature.
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"Successful sea lion mating lead to small litters of sea lion pups born after a gestation period of 12 months, are brown. Most pups are born in June or July and weigh 13-20 lbs ? amazingly small considering the size that they will attain as mature adults. They nurse for at least half a year and sometimes over a year. Mothers recognize pups on crowded rookeries through smell, sight, and vocalizations, and pups use these same clues to recognize their mothers, who will breed again a few weeks after birth. Males patrol territories and bark almost continuously during the breeding season helping to maintain their social standing (if they have a high social status and hoping to disrupt the social order if they have a low status."
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Irony in "The Secret Lion", 2008.
An examination of the use of irony within Alberto Rios' short story, "The Secret Lion."
833 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 42.95
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This paper examines and analyzes the short story by Alberto Rios entitled, "The Secret Lion." The paper focuses on the incorporation of irony into the story and explains how irony serves to develop the theme and emphasize the important points Rios wishes to make. Specifically, the paper explores how the symbolism of the secret lion, the grinding ball, the arroyo and the golf course reveal the ironic discoveries adolescents make when they leave their youthful perspectives behind and look at the world with new understanding.
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"In conclusion, Alberto Rios incorporates irony into "The Secret Lion" in a number of ways as this coming of age story unfolds, primarily through the repeated use of symbolism. Irony serves the purpose of emphasizing and dramatizing the journey adolescents make into adulthood and reveals how this maturing process changes their perspectives forever. The boys learn to their disappointment that nothing is perfect,
and that nothing is permanent. But this lesson brings wisdom, and ultimately, acceptance. Ironically, the only thing they can really count on to be permanent is the process of change, for people and things always change, and always will."
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"The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe", 2007.
This paper analyzes the implied readers in C.S. Lewis' "The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe".
2,001 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 91.95
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The paper relates that the implied readers of "The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe" are likely children of both sexes aged from about 6 to 12. The paper discusses how Lewis was a devout Christian and his aim in "The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe" was clearly to convey to his readers the importance of certain moral values that are associated with Christianity. The paper shows how Lewis reflects values of the British people he grew up with and teaches the implied readers certain stereotypes about "appropriate" gendered behaviors.
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"As the lessons Lewis wants to convey to the implied reader are so closely related to both his religion and his society, it is illuminating to begin with a little background information about Lewis. He was born in Ireland in 1898. At the age of 10, he was sent to boarding school in England. He later attended Oxford University, and then became an English teacher there. He spent his entire life teaching at Oxford and then Cambridge, and writing books, and died in 1963. Thus, Lewis was firmly rooted in an English culture. Consequently he must have absorbed the values that were held by other upper middle class British people in the first half of the 20th century. With regard to religion, Lewis was an atheist till the age of 33, and then converted to Christianity. This conversion is reflected in many of his books, which dealt either implicitly or explicitly with Christian values and morals."
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"Let the Lion Eat Straw", 2002.
An analysis of the book "Let the Lion Eat Straw" by Ellease Southerland and Ebele Oseye.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 3 sources, AU$ 64.95
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This paper will discuss the Book "Let the Lion eat Straw" (Ellease Southerland and Ebele Oseye) and examine how the book is crafted by the use of humor, story structure, oral tradition, symbolism and a variety of other elements that contribute to the making of this tale. Other elements, such as music and irony, will be written about to present the greater scope of the book.
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"The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe", 2005.
A discussion of certain elements in C.S. Lewis' book "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe".
954 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, AU$ 48.95
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This paper answers certain questions about "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe": 1) What kind of world does the author present to the child in this fantasy text? 2) What is the author's philosophy in the text? 3) What psychosocial issues does the text evoke and how does these issues fit with the development of children for whom the text is age-appropriate? 4) What do you think children will take from the text?
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"C.S. Lewis' book The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe creates an entirely fantastical world of strange creatures and adult people called Narnia. However, this world is still penetrated by the world of the reader, as children from the real world enter through the venue of a common wardrobe. Different characters in Narnia test the children's moral fortitude. For example, the young boy Edmund is tempted with Turkish delight by an evil tempting female stranger, the witch of the title. Lucy learns not to judge people on appearances, as she befriends a fawn-like man as a friend. "
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"The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe", 2004.
An analysis of spirituality in C.S. Lewis' "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe".
1,424 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, AU$ 68.95
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This paper discusses and analyzes the book "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" written by C. S. Lewis. Specifically, the paper explores the novel as a book rooted in the New Testament, as well as being a product of Lewis' personal interpretation of spiritual truth. The paper contends that Lewis himself acknowledged that he wrote this series as a way to teach children quite painlessly about Christianity and the scriptures. The paper examines how the teachings of the New Testament are rooted in this work, as well as Lewis' own personal interpretation of spiritualism and the spiritual truth of the Gospel. The paper claims that Lewis wanted to create a whimsical land for children to explore their own ideas about faith and spirituality, gently guiding them along the way.
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"The story revolves around the four Pevensie children, Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy. Their parents send them to live in the relatively safer English countryside during World War II. They live with a quaint old Professor Kirke who has a large and highly exciting house that the children explore on a rainy day. Lucy is the youngest, and she explores an enormous wardrobe they discover in an otherwise empty room. Inside the huge wardrobe, Lucy is transported to the magical world of Narnia, where it is always winter in a wooded forest. On her first visit, she meets a Faun named Tumnus, and the tone of the book is immediately set. The Faun hesitantly asks Lucy, "'Excuse me - I don't want to be inquisitive - but should I be right in thinking that you are a daughter of Eve?'" (Lewis 11). Immediately, this charming story becomes more than simply a children's tale."
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"Ywain: The Knight of the Lion", 2006.
This paper examines the impact of power and love in Chretien de Troyes' 12th century novel "Ywain: The Knight of the Lion."
1,210 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 1 source, APA, AU$ 60.95
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The writer of this paper analyzes de Troyes' Arthurian style romance and asserts that the writer uses the emotion of love as a represented and independent force, commanding a code of conduct very similar to that of proper religious behavior. This paper describes the plot, medieval setting and main characters in "Ywain: The Knight of the Lion." This paper contends that while the author wrote a story ostensibly about the power of love, this is also a cautionary tale about the power of power.
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"This episode in no way contradicts what has gone before.No sooner does Ywain make protestations of undying love, than he appears to forget that he is married, and sets off with his friend, in search of adventure. Even as he takes leave of his wife, he warns her that he may be not be able to return as soon as he intends. He stays away more than a year, and it is only when Lunete scolds him that he comes to his senses, realizing that he has broken his word, and in so doing, violated the code of honor.Ironically, he is far more concerned at losing his honor, than his lady love. To redeem himself in Laudine's eyes, Ywain sets off in search of a way to regain his honor."
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"The Lion and the Jewel", 2002.
An analysis of the relationship between Sidi and Lunkunle in Wole Soyinka's "The Lion and the Jewel"
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 1 source, AU$ 38.95
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This paper will discuss the Wole Soyinka's "The Lion and the Jewel" and reveal the nature of the ways in which Sidi's dismissal of Lunkunle represents the victory of tribal values over western ones. This paper will also explore the relationship between Sidi and Lunkunle from the point of both gender and social values.
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The Lion and the Lamb, 2003.
This paper discusses the Lion and the Lamb in Revelation of the New Testament.
3,910 words (approx. 15.6 pages), 15 sources, MLA, AU$ 195.95
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This paper explains that the exegesis of Christ figured as the Lion and the Lamb in Revelation 5. The author points out the context in which this figuration appears in Revelation 5. The paper relates the significance of the imagery with reference to the importance of Greek, as both language and culture, in shaping the text.
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"This research provides an exegesis of Christ figured as the Lion and the Lamb in Revelation Chapter . The research will set forth the context in which this figuration appears in Revelation and then critically discuss the significance of the imagery with reference..."
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"Roaring Lions", 2008.
An analysis of Rastafarianism as a social movement through a review of the film "Roaring Lions".
1,552 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 73.95
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The purpose of this paper is to introduce and analyze the documentary film "Roaring Lions" which chronicles the origins of the Rastafarian indigenous social movement in the Caribbean. It looks at how Rastafarianism is much more than reggae music and the tunes of Bob Marley, although those cultural items have introduced many people to Rastafarianism around the world. It contends that Rastafarianism is a social movement working to become an accepted religion in Jamaica and other Caribbean nations.
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"Essentially, the Rastafarian movement began in the 1930s, when Jamaicans discovered the black emperor of Ethiopia, Haile Selassie I. One Rastafarian in "Roaring Lion" says, "In Jamaica, we always worshipped a white Christ, and a white king, and a white queen" ("Roaring Lion"), which helps the viewer understand how a black king would be such a strong, magnetic draw for these people. They raised Selassie to the status of God, (they call him "Jah") and believe he is part of a Holy Trinity foreseen in the Bible and destined to return to Earth. This movement, like many indigenous social movements, began in the poor communities of working and peasant blacks, and it has spread throughout the Caribbean and far beyond, to be embraced by people all over the world. "
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"The Secret Lion", 2008.
A review of the short story "The Secret Lion" by Alberto Alvaro Rios.
1,755 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 81.95
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The paper discusses Alvaro Rios' "The Secret Lion" that brings back memories and thoughts of youth, discovery and simple joys. The paper analyzes its images, symbols, characters and setting. The paper finds little to question or criticize in this story and contends that it is well written and captures the joy of youth perfectly.
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"Symbolism is one of the important literary elements Rios uses in this compelling short story. The symbolism helps bring the story together in the reader's mind, and causes a lasting impression of lost youth and the simple joys of youth. "The Secret Lion" is a gem of a story that brings back memories and thoughts of youth, discovery, and simple joys that seem to fade as we age. If the reader questions this story, it is with the questions of an adult, which takes away all the realism and joy of this story. To question it is to admit that you have forgotten your own youth, and that would be a shame."
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A Critique of Playwright Judith Thompson's "Lion in the Streets", 2008.
A critical review of Judith Thompson's play "Lion in the Streets".
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 57.95
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This paper is a biting critique of Judith Thompson's play "Lion in the Streets". It praises the play's musical language and its artistically choreographed staging. At the same time, the paper criticizes the play as a series of lightly connected vignettes and Thompson's characters as being extremely emotional, yet stereotypical and flat. The paper also questions Thompson's unusual use of a double ending. To conclude, the reviewer fails to find enough redeeming qualities in the play.
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""Lion in the Streets" is an actor's play, a piece written to allow an actor to take his craft as raw and far down into the dirt as possible. For me, the greatest acting is seen in moments of restraint and subtlety, attributes you will find nowhere is this work. I can only imagine how Lion in the Streets would fill a theatre, leaving no room for the audience. I imagine the overall effect of the play, when performed, to be choking and to inevitably feel artistically masturbatory. Reading it left me with the distinct desire to pat Judith Thompson comfortingly on the head and tell her that "yes, we know you are dark, we know it all hurts, but we need something new". The playwright has a beautiful control of words and a complex understanding of rhythm. Her dialogue is like music, and her staging is choreographed with the intricacies of a dance. But my problem with her skill is the same problem I have with much contemporary Canadian theatre. I am tired of hearing how it hurts and am ready to explore why, and more importantly, is there redemption, or hope?"
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