captured by Europeans slave traders). Born in Guyana in 1950‚ author and poet Grace Nichols moved into England in 1977 where she has compiled several books of poetry‚ many of which discuss the slave trade. Her poem “taint” is an illustration of her resentment at the legacy of the slave trade. The title of the poem itself is significant; a one emotive word impact: “Taint” which means spoil‚ stain or tarnish‚ a negative word that introduces the reader to what’s to come. I would also argue that the lay-out
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‘Charles’ ability to finance his government effectively and without too much resentment during the personal rule was a remarkable achievement.’ How Far Do You Agree? For the greater part of the 1630’s Englishmen paid their taxes‚ most likely grumbling whilst doing it‚ but they were paid. During his personal rule 1629-40‚ Charles I needed to raise revenue by using non-parliamentary means‚ i.e. in ways he would not need a parliament’s permission to collect. In order to do this‚ Charles changed
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Aniyah Gardner Is there a such thing a way to much resentment or not enough resentment? In his Fifteen Sermons Preached at the Rolls Chapel‚ Butler presents his thoughts on forgiveness‚ resentment‚ and some other key Christian concepts‚ including the love of one’s neighbor and the love of God. Dissecting the article with a Christian viewpoint allows the reader to understand that one cannot hold hatred‚ ill will‚ or enmity simply because it would be contradicting to the religion they may profess
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and evil‚ and the response of the weak class to classifications of good and bad made by the powerful class. It is the resentment or as he calls the ressentiment of the commoners or the “slaves” to the noble class that creates the opposing idea of what constitutes good and what is bad or evil. The original definition of good given by the powerful aristocratic class caused resentment among the lower classes. This weaker lower class turned the tables‚ claiming the actions of the nobles were not simply
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tensions grow over an unresolved issue. The female speaker mentions “Now‚ when [we] meet‚ after all these years” (Kizer‚ 948‚ 1) which would imply that several years have gone by since their last meeting. As one continues to read‚ the feelings of resentment that are felt are brought to attention. In line three‚ she refers to the man as a “trespasser” and then proceeds to say that he is “just an old acquaintance tipping his hat” (Kizer‚ 948‚ 4). The manner in which she refers to him alone would reveal
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Imperialism also resulted in the unequal distribution of resources and wealth‚ which also fueled resentment and dissatisfaction among the colonized populations‚ leading to nationalist movements and resistance against colonial rule. Imperialism exploited colonies for resources and labor‚ enriching the colonial powers while leaving many colonized people
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who faced a daily struggle with malnutrition. There was too little internal trade and too many customs barriers. There were also social and political factors‚ many of which involved resentments and aspirations given focus by the rise of Enlightenment ideals. These included resentment of royal absolutism; resentment by the ambitious professional and mercantile classes towards noble privileges and dominance in public life‚ as many of these classes were familiar
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witnessing transcendence. This quotation demonstrates Elizabeth’s classical nature‚ her resentment towards Darcy‚ and even her prejudices. The way in which Elizabeth speaks towards Darcy is in a calm‚ but cold manner. Elizabeth attempts to wound Darcy’s pride through stating that he means nothing to her and even if he did‚ the injustice he has had towards both her family and herself has led to a permanent resentment. This attempt to damage Darcy’s pride demonstrate the classical attribute of malice‚
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same interests‚ goals‚ etc. Defiance: a refusal to obey something or someone Animosity: Bitter hostility or open enmity; active hatred Antipathy: a deep-seated feeling of aversion Enmity: a state or feeling of active opposition or hostility. Resentment: a feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong‚ insult‚ or injury Sedition: Conduct or language inciting rebellion against the authority of a state. Incongruity: lacking in compatibility and harmony
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illustrated that many peoples established their own belief systems out of resentment (revenge‚ envy‚ etc.) towards other‚ more successful entities. As was mentioned prior‚ those who followed Abrahamic beliefs held emotions of resentment towards the Romans and their prideful ways of living‚ and had greater longevity in terms of who lasted longer. One other example Nietzsche gave was anti-Semites during his time and their resentment towards the Jewish; given that Nietzsche was one of few Germans with negative
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