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The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin: From the Perspective of His Brother James

4 pages | 940 words

This essay will analyze the autobiography of Benjamin Franklin from the perspective of his brother James. It will discuss James' role in Benjamin's life and how he helped him become the successful printer, author, and politician that he is known as today.

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The Use of Magical Realism in Tropic of Orange

2 pages | 360 words

The novel Tropic of Orange by K. T. Yamashita uses the stylistic device of Magical Realism to explore the negative effects of progress and globalization on society. Set in Los Angeles, the novel tells the story of how the city's transformation from a multicultural mecca to a homogenous metropolis has had a negative impact on its residents. Yamashita uses Magical Realism to create a surreal atmosphere and to demonstrate how progress and globalization can have a negative impact on people's lives.

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