To what extent are the protagonists in ‘1984’ (Winston) and ‘A Handmaid’s Tale’ (Offred) both changed and compromised by‚ and yet resistant to‚ the dystopian societies in which they live? Both the protagonist’s in ‘A Handmaid’s Tale’ and ‘1984’ change and compromise because of the dystopian societies they live in. At first‚ Winston’s apparent distaste for the oppressive regime might lead you to believe he does not change his mind-set in response to his dystopian surroundings and that he is rebelling
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Introduction: For my analysis I simplified ’normative investment process’ model (original source: Pike and Dobbins‚ 1986)‚ which I would like to use to determine the future viability of the project plan put forward by Winston. The basic idea which underlies the model is that the process of capital investment can be considered to flow from strategic planning through to search for investment opportunities to meet that plan. The opportunities are screened and defined for the subsequent analysis by
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sit down and listen” (Winston Churchill). Strife litters the path to resolution. For eons upon eons‚ mankind has been creating conflict‚ and eventually resolving the issue. Yet those resolutions may come with a heavy price to pay‚ lives can be lost‚ families can be separated‚ and reputations can be ruined. In “Blood‚ Toil‚ Tears and Sweat” by Winston Churchill and “Hitler Youth: Growing Up in Hitler’s Shadow” by Susan Campbell Bartoletti the historical figures (Winston Churchill and Sophie Scholl) face
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April‚ 2014 Winston Churchill: An Inspiration “We Shall Fight on the Beaches” is one of the most motivational and inspirational speeches during World War II. The oration begins with Churchill describing on how the war is proceeding and their position in it. Based on the details of the situation‚ it sounds very grim for them. Churchill‚ using this to his advantage‚ creates a higher moral and encourages people that they will win the fight and they will not give up. Churchill accomplishes
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Like Hitler‚ he came to Britain’s aid in its time of need. The timing of Winston Churchill’s power gain was impeccable because “On the same day that he entered 10 Downing Street‚ Hitler’s forces invaded the Low Countries in an offensive that soon had the French and British in full retreat" (Jefferys 44). It was difficult for Britain’s people to believe that they could beat Hitler and his Nazi party. However‚ Winston Churchill thought otherwise‚ and he believed in his ability to lead the country. He
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groaning under the [oppression] of Fascism" - Joseph Stalin. Although this statement is against fascism‚ or dictatorship‚ Stalin was a powerful dictator; as was Adolf Hitler. Winston Churchill‚ however‚ did not use fear to lead. A few influential people of World War II were Adolph Hitler‚ Joseph Stalin‚ and Winston Churchill. Adolf Hitler‚ the Nazi leader‚ was one of the most powerful and infamous dictators in the 20th century’ (History‚ 2009). Adolf Hitler did not have an average childhood. He
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greatest military minds of all time. Through a series of political alliances and battles‚ he expanded the Roman Republic and built the foundations for the Roman Empire (“Julius Caesar – Dictator‚ General”). As with other successful leaders‚ such as Winston Churchill and Dwight Eisenhower‚ Caesar’s success was highly dependent on his decision making skills. Good decision making is oftentimes the result of confidence‚ determination‚ and courage. As Ralph Waldo Emerson once said‚ “If I have lost confidence
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Taylor Hardy Period 4 US History B Summary The “Iron Curtain” speech by Winston Churchill and the election speech of Joseph Stalin contain the similarity that they both are telling the audience what should and has happened. In Winston Churchill’s speech he outlines what has happened throughout World War II and the Cold War and how he thinks it should be handled and dealt with. In Joseph Stalin’s speech he relays a similar time line while also including the Soviet Unions timeline and election
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The meanings behind the names of Nineteen Eighty-Four each have a historical connection. Emmanuel Goldstein‚ the scapegoat which the Party uses to justify their surveillance activities and actions. This is an allusion to Jesus Christ from the Bible. Jesus was named “Emmanuel” at his birth; in Christian it connotates to messiah meaning “savior”. Orwell describes Emmanuel as a Jewish-like figure‚ which alludes to Jesus Christ and the Jews who were persecuted by the Nazis. This connect exemplifies the
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