viernes, 5 de noviembre de 2010

Assignment 2: Modernist Literature

1.- Which 2 readings did you choose?
I chose the following two readings: 1) Lawrence, T.E. Seven Pillars of Wisdom (Britain, 1922-autobiography) 2) Witton,G. Scapegoats of the Empire (Australia, 1907-memoir).

2.- Compare (3) and contrast (3) the reading you completed with the ppts. on Modernist culture and literature.
Comparison
1.- The two World Wars effects on humanity
2.- Historical events described in both books
3.- The influence of Eastern thought and philosophy
Contrast
1.- At that time came famous the interpretation of dreams but these books showed an excessive individualism.
2.- The readings were not as much pessimistic as they say they are
3.- The Great depression concerning lack of jobs, employments is not a relevant issue on both books.

3.- In your opinion, do you feel the readings you completed are very good or excellent examples of Modernist literature?
I did like best the book “Lawrence of Arabia” because I saw it on T.V. long time ago and the actor who played the role of Lawrence was the best looking man I have ever seen on the screen at that time. I think that both books are excellent examples of Modernist Literature because the themes explored in these books are the ones people used to live at that time of worldwide history.

4.- Would you recommend these readings to your friends and/or family? Why/why not?
Yes, absolutely because they belong to the development of modern literature where it is written the breaking from social forces, historical heritage, external culture and technique of life.