Donovan Harris
AP literature and composition
4-29-18
period 4

                   the color purple movie vs novel


     After watching the movie and reading the actual novel I can safely say that there were a few similarities and many differences present. They managed to keep the introduction more or less the same between the movie and the novel. When compared side by side the movie and the novel were adapted pretty much perfectly albeit some scenes Changed during the first half.  But the remainder of the movie was changed drastically compared to the original source material. For example, the reason why Nettie left celie greatly differed in the movie compared to the novel. Another major difference was Sophia, in the novel she had her own struggles to go through, however the movie skipped it entirely. And biggest change was the ending, the movie's ending greatly differed from the novels ending.
     The movie was a lot more fast-paced compared to the novel counterpart. The novel gave more characterization compared to the movie. Movie's tone was a lot more upbeat compared to the novels depressing atmosphere. Not to mention the movie completely ignores the main theme of the original novel, which was forgiveness and openness. When looking at the movie compared to the original novel,the novel is the superior version in every way. The novel is the best way to get the true experience of everything event that has happen. And this how the movie is different yet similar to the original novel.

Donovan Harris
AP literature and composition
4-29-18
Period 3


          Overall review of the color purple



After reading the "The Color purple" I was very intrigued through and through. The characterization for each individual character in this novel was above my expectations. There were moments throughout the novel that left me stunned, and quite frankly more interested to read to find out what happens next in the story. One of the main things I found fascinating about this novel was how the novel was heavily centered around letters to God. Furthermore there were multiple themes and messages presented in this novel. In addition the novel is relatable since it refers to things that Actually happens in today's society. I recommend this novel to anyone looking for something relatable and interesting to read.

Donovan Harris

letter to Ralph Ellison

      Dear Ralph Ellison, your novel "Invisible Man" still holds relevance in today's society. However if I were to offer my own personal opinion is say it's even worse. In today's society people are invisible due to their race, class, religion, etc The majority are visible while the minority are invisible. I was able to grasp the meaning of being invisible a little bit more thanks to reading this novel. And I must say this was an interesting read.
                   


                        from, Donovan Harris

Donovan Harris

invisible Man study guide question chapter 7

1. The device that appears was a metaphor because the vet wasn't literally talking about the fog but was talking about the narrator's judgment and how it  seemed 'foggy' along with his perception on matters

2. The vet was implying that he wanted to do things on his own and that he wanted to discover his own opportunities without having someone else do it for him

3. The allusion used to describe the narrator's arrival was the story of Jonah.

Donovan Harris

The three prevalent themes of "Invisible Man"

The three prevalent themes throughout the novel are: Identity, power, and race

Identity is a prevalent theme throughout this novel because the narrator is constantly trying to find his own identity in a world of racism and inequality

Power is another prevalent theme throughout this novel due to the endless power struggle. Said power struggle is between blacks and whites. Blacks were struggling for power, while whites held the most power

Race is the third prevalent theme throughout this novel due to how divided blacks and whites were. In the novel blacks were "separate but equal"

these three prevalent themes correspond to two literary works: "I too", and "refuge in America"
They are relatable due to the similarities between these two literary works

Donovan Harris

Invisible Man study question chapters 4,5, and 6

Chapter 4

1. It was when he was at the campus and he felt as though he he didn't belong there because the students were peaceful and carefree, while he was the opposite

2. I believe he hates them because first Trueblood did something disrespectful to his daughter and claim it was an accident and he hates the people at Golden Gate is because he thinks that they have messed up his chance at staying in that college.

3. Because back when slavery was bad, the plantation is where all blacks worked and lived he compares it because their is alot of blacks that attend that college.

4. Because he has figured out how to play the white people games so they can like him.

5. They are metaphors because Dr. Bledsoe hides who he really is

Chapter 5

1. That the white man still watches over blacks

2. Peaceful because he was speaking of peacefulness when he spoke about heaven

3. It was shown to show that it was more sarcastic.

4. He says that even though he is physically bigger , he doesn't have much authority in comparison to them.

5. When the Reverend speaks about the founders resurrection

6. It shows how the men really felt when the founder had died.

7. Black was seen as sad, dark, and despair

8. It shows who he really is and now people know how and when to handle and undermine his authority.

9. A street light and a statue of a kneeling slave.

Chapter 6

1. He was relaxed and calm but when the narrator joins in he become stense

2. It was because that the narrator listened and did what Mr. Norton wanted which created problems.

3. Because they believe they have to be the good nigger and the one who listens and doesn't complain.

4. He didn’t believe that it happened and he was shocked because he thought he was better than that.

5. It foreshadows how much help the narrator will get in the future.

Donovan Harris

Invisible Man study guide chapters 1 and 2



Chapter 1
1.Allusion in the first paragraph is used by showing the narrator feels about his grandparents
The narrator feels shame towards his grandparents for being slaves and he feels shame towards himself for being in a position where he can't do anything


2. The narrators grandfather wants him to be acceptive towards racism, however acting rebellious against everyone.

3. The significance of the narrator viewing himself as Booker T. Washington is that was successful African american during that time, and was able to give hope for success through education and industry

4. The narrator describes her as a doll and he a puppet, throughout the book this seems present as Ellison uses these as an image to emphasize powerlessness.

5.  The chapter shows the limits of assimilation


Chapter 2
1.  The white line- he followed the white line while driving the white man (Mr. Norton) around.

2.  The rhetorical purpose was to show truth in philosophy in the statue, which had shown Booker T. Washington lifting a veil off of a kneeling slave.

3.  I found it was rehearsed, sarcastic and somewhat ironic as he is a rich, white millionaire.

4. He uses the allusion of a well-dressed and mannered person, showing he is educated, rich, and probably organized within his own life.

5. Although he is poor and is one of the characters who is just a side, I believe he fears him because the farmer could be someone who still supports slavery and that the narrator should still be in that setting.

6. there was little enthusiasm for his widow, however there was for Trueblood's daughter and how TB had gotten his daughter pregnant.

7. It is foreshadowing because of the incident with Trueblood and that African American's had their own sections that they were forced into so finding a place that had not been abused or unkempt is new.

8. Mr. Norton realizes that Trueblood had done something wrong and found it disrespectful to his daughter.

9. He is blind to what he had done wrong and finds himself innocent in the general situation.

10. That it was praised rather than seen as something wrong.

11. She was going to abort the baby that he had caused.

12. This is because he had 'proven' a negative stereotype that the black community had.

13. It shows that Norton is no different from the other white men who had exploited Trueblood's pain/torture for their own pleasure.

Reflection on huckleberry Finn

     After reading Huck Finn I can understand why everyone thinks it's a classic. I thought the plot of the story was very interesting. The character development of Huck Finn and the other characters were amazing. Huck Finn's maturity in this novel was very well done. And the adventure itself was very interesting.
     The point of this novel was to see through the point of views of other characters during slavery. However before the story began the readers were told to not find a plot. I felt the reason the author did this was so that the reader could enjoy the story more so than the actual plot. However I subconsciously was looking for a plot while reading. This is my reflection on the adventures of Huckleberry Finn.

Emily Dickinson quote analysis

1. Forever is composed of nows.
This means that what happens in the present will carry over to the future. This also means that what a person does now will affect the future.

2. That it will never come again is what makes life so sweet.
This means that you should enjoy it while you can. This also means that you shouldn't want for it ever again since it'll always be on your mind

3. If I can stop one heart from breaking, I shall not live in vain
This means that if you're not prepared to experience sadness you won't prepared for the future. This also means that if you don't experience sadness then you won't live long

4. If I read a book and it makes my whole body so cold no fire can ever warm me, I know that is poetry
This means that the book you read will have a powerful impact on you. This also means that poetry will have a bigger effect than a normal book

5. This is my letter to the world that never wrote to me
This means that the world never acknowledged you and you still send a letter anyway. This could also means you don't care what the world thinks about you

6. Saying nothing sometimes says the most.
This refers to actions speak louder than words. This also means that you should show Better than you can say

7. I dwell in possibility
This means that the what-if is interesting. This could also mean that you think about what may happen

8. Nature is a haunted house--but art--is a house that tries to be haunted
Nature refers to the wildlife which means that it can be viewed as a scary thing. With art it is subjective since it has its own meaning

9. parting is all we know of heaven and all we need of hell
This means that when a person dies they already know about heaven. However the conflict is with hell

10. I have been bent and broken, but- I hope- into a better shape
This means no matter the situation you shouldn't give up. This also means that if you have hope you can overcome anything

11.  In this short life, that only lasts an hour, how much- how little- is within our power
This means that a short life results in little accomplishments. This also shows how little s person can do in such little time

12. Whenever a thing is done for the first time, it releases a little demon
This means that a person in prone to getting overconfident. This also shows how a person acts when they get something for the first time

13.  To shut your eyes is to travel
This refers to having a dream. This could also mean that when you shut your eyes you're seeing something else

14.  Open me carefully
This could mean to take your time when doing something. This also means to always show caution

15. Till I loved I never liked enough
This means that you'll only love when liked yourself. This could also mean that until the you feel something yourself you won't feel yourself

Donovan Harris

11-40-17

period 3

After reading Frankenstein there were multiple twists and turns throughout the story. Victor with with his curiousity led to the creation of his monster. However the monster was always treated with disrespect, which in turn led to the monster killing people. His actions can't be justified, however it was his upbringing that led to him becoming the way he is. And throughout the story the monster lacked any emotion or empathy, but after the death of Victor at the end of the story the monster showed actual emotion.

All journal entries

All journal entries



9-12-17
Goneril and Regan tells their father of their professions of love. However these two tells him what he wants to hear. With Cordelia she tells him what he needs to hear. King Lear couldn't understand this so as a result he disowned his own daughter and sent her away. Kent had tried to talk sense into King Lear, but he was too stubborn and therefore banished Kent.

9-15-17
In ACT 2 of King Lear; King Lear had grown even more stubborn. He wanted to keep his 100 knights but his daughters tells him that he could online keep half. As a result of this King Lear becomes furious. The main reason for this is because although he gave up most of his power in his subconscious he feels as though he has all the power.

9-28
I think I've done very well on this essay. Although I ran out of Time, I was still able to include the majority of my reasonings. And if there is anything I need to work on it'll have to be time management.

10-5-17
My favorite tale in my opinion was definitely the Pardoner's tale. I was able to relate to the tale. And it had different types of irony used in the tale.

10-11-17
The main character would respond to himself. From this it appears that he tells this story to himself. From the Text it can be inferred that he's middle aged and was facing a midlife crisis. He would argue with himself whether he would die alone and whether he had any courage. It's well known for guys when it comes to relationships they are worried whether or not they'll be rejected. Not to mention the speaker had a misunderstanding.

10-17-17
After analyzing Psalm 23 it can be inferred that it teaches an important lesson throughout. The way I feel is that at the end of the day you will receive good virtue as long as your faithful

10-18-17
From reading the prodigal I'm able to relate to it. The son had wasted all his father's money, and as a result he felt great shame. But to the son's surprise his father wasn't angry at all. As for the other son he began to feel jealousy.

10-20-17
In Psalm 91 it talked about trials and tribulations. It also mentioned how people would take things in vain. It also mentions how it tests other people's faith.

10-23-17
Both of these poems use repetition. They both use metaphors to explain their meaning. In addition both poems use personification. And both these poems were done by the same person.

10-24-17
Infant joy and infant sorrow were similar due to the main theme dealing with infants. They both talked about how the infants were brought into this world. Not to mention they were both born without names. And the way I see it, both poems describes what happens in birth.

Journal entry for act 2 of Macbeth

Act 2 of Macbeth.                               Donovan Harris

In act 2 Macbeth is contemplating where or not killing the king would be a good idea. In addition he's still trying to comprehend what the three witches had told him. Later on lady Macbeth had drugged the drinks so when king Duncan was killed the guards would be under suspicion. During act 2 the king was killed. Macbeth made a reference to Neptune's ocean, thus showing that he needs to wash away the blood. Near the end of act 2 MacDuff tells everyone to see what he's seen. And at the end of act 2 there were already suspicions About who committed the murder.

Journal entry for act 1 of Macbeth

             Act 1 of Macbeth.               Donovan Harris


In act 1 of Macbeth there were three witches where they said at the end of scene 1, "Fair is foul and foul is fair". This implies the overall theme for act 1. Later on in act 1 the three witches appears before Macbeth and Banquo. When they arrive the three witches starts talking about how Macbeth would be king. later on act 1 Macbeth decides the best way to become king would be to kill the current king. And lady Macbeth decides to help Macbeth for her own purposes.

Psalm 3[a]

A psalm of David. When he fled from his son Absalom.

1 Lord, how many are my foes!
    How many rise up against me!
2 Many are saying of me,
    “God will not deliver him.”[b]

3 But you, Lord, are a shield around me,
    my glory, the One who lifts my head high.
4 I call out to the Lord,
    and he answers me from his holy mountain.

5 I lie down and sleep;
    I wake again, because the Lord sustains me.
6 I will not fear though tens of thousands
    assail me on every side.

7 Arise, Lord!
    Deliver me, my God!
Strike all my enemies on the jaw;
    break the teeth of the wicked.

8 From the Lord comes deliverance.
    May your blessing be on your people.

From Psalm 3 the message is to have faith that everything will be alright. In the 1st and 2nd stanza it talks about how no matter how many Stand against you and no matter what anyone else says you'll be protected. The same is said through stanza 3 and 4. And at the very end of the stanzas it showcases that as long as you have faith you can take down your enemies

Donovan Harris

Review of King Lear

After reading king Lear I have to say that the ending was horrible. Although it was foreshadowed in the beginning of felt way too forced in my opinion. As for the book as a whole I thought it was pretty interesting. I was able to see the perspectives of all the other characters instead of the main character. The way the characters were portrayed was on the dot. Story-wise I felt that the setup could have been a lot better. In conclusion I felt as though King Lear was a decent story, just that how it was handled could have been better.

Tale of the Hunters

           Several days and nights, except the land's in constant fright. Doesn't matter who, if he sees them as a target their fate is sealed. As the rain Pours it may cleanse the soul, however the stain of blood and corpses forever lingers.  Once the hunt is over, the man in black takes his leave, leaving the dead to waste. However, a small beacon of hope is revealed. In the darkest corner another "Hunter" stalks the "Hunter" who has hunted. Though the man in Black's face was not revealed, the "Hunter" gives his sadistic smile. And the "Hunter" says, "let the games begin".
          One week later in the depths of town; the man in Black awakens. His pupils as red as the blood he leaves in his wake. He has the appearance of a young man in his early 20's, with hair as black as the night he hunts in. His day starts off as any other; wake up, eat breakfast (Albeit he despises it), spits it out, finds something more comfortable to put on, and relaxes until a new night arrives. The blood of those he kills is like a delicacy, in contrast normal food is like torture. All in all while his "curse" is being unable to eat normal food, his "blessing" is the unimaginable taste of the blood he kills. And now the man in black relaxes.
               Then out of nowhere the door bell rings, snapping the man in Black's train of thought. He then gets up, walks to the door and opens it. Once the door is opened, the one who knocks is a young child, with sand color hair with matching eyes. The young child says "good morning sir, sorry to interrupt you on this fine day". The young child smiles genuinely. The man in black replies "and who are you little....... Girl". The young child retorts "I'm a boy!!". The man in black then thinks "so it's a trap huh?" He then says "well all the more reason for you to leave, if I'm seen with a trap character my reputation is ruined. The young boy then states "well don't worry I'll be only but a moment, so you don't mind if I come in?" The man in black thinks "it's probably a a kid who left the orphanage; that'll make it the seventh time in a year". He then says in defeat "fine come on in".
            As the young boy entered the room, he took in his surroundings. The young boy then says "Alright I won't take much of your Time, first of all you can think of me as a hunter". The man in black replies " A trap character that hunts..... Kinda makes me wanna call child services". The young boy then counters "I wouldn't underestimate the power of children if I were you". He then continues saying " but for your information I'm an investigator". The man in black says " they're making children investigators now?" The young boy then counters "considering all that's been happening with the world they'll need all the help they can get, and for your information I'm a private investigator".
       The man in black asks "so what business do you have with me?" The young boy said "I'm investigating the deaths of the people who were cut down in the forest". The man in black thinks "tch, I don't have time for this, it's still morning, so I'll just take this  kid as a snack if things get heated". The young boy then suddenly pulls out a knife and stabs his hand. The man in black hunger greatly increased when he saw fresh blood dripping. However he did everything in his power not to attack, at least not yet. The young boy said "I heard that the culprit has an unusual craving for blood, so..... You wanna taste?". The man in black screams inside his head, "this little brat!!! Be calm, play it cool, don't be tempted". The young boy then pulls out a napkin and dries up the blood. He then notices the small amount of drool coming from the man in Black's mouth. The young boy then thinks "one more push".
        The young boy then says "well apart from the taste, I heard that the smell is out of this world". Then without a sound the young boy smothers the man in Black's face with the blood-soaked napkin. And without a second thought the man in black breath it in. The man in black went crazy with ecstasy. The young boy then said "well well well, seems like I've found my culprit". The man in black realized his folly and jumped to his feet. The man in black smiled, still confident about the situation. He then said"It doesn't matter that you figured me out, it only means that you're going to die. The young boy then laughed hysterically; after he regained his composure he then asked " do you know why I'm a private investigator?". The young boy then took his shirt off, revealing at least fifty knives hidden around him. The young boy then stated " it's because I can't help but get carried away when I kill my targets". The man in black looked in horror as he soon realized that this little boy was not normal. The young boy then said "my last target lasted around ten minutes before dying, so I wonder how long you'll last."

Women in the middle ages

             While a few women lived somewhat comfortable lives they still faced hardships due to the fact that in that particular time period men were at the top of the social class. Women would have lesser payment then men. In addition what most women would hope for during that age was to become a servant for the rich. Also in that society what the man says goes. Women who had a rich family would marry early while the poor had married when they were older. And it's known that women who were poor didn't live past the age of 40. So in conclusion, the lives of women during the middle ages were hard and treacherous.

Summary of Geoffery Chaucer

                 While a few women had somewhat comfortable lives,they still faced hardships due to men being at the top.

Letter from Grant

To whom it may concern,

After Miss Emma had Left Jefferson had admitted that he only ate the food out of wanting to be nice. Now he's back to acting like a hog, although it was the jury who accused him of acting like one.
Now the problem is I really have no idea how to deal with the situation. I've tried talking to Jefferson but that lead to nothing. I also tried to convince him that he shouldn't listen to the jury, but he insisted on continuing to act like a hog.

It wasn't all his fault, after all he was convicted of a crime he didn't commit and he's facing the death penalty.
After watching Jefferson I can only assume that one of the only reasons he's acting this way is that he wanted to make the jury feel bad in a sense. And for him the best way was to degrade himself to an animal. And once again I've tried numerous times to get him to act human but it's been to no avail. So I ask if there is any type of advice you can give me to help Jefferson in the little time he has left it'll be greatly appreciated.



From Grant

Blog post assignment 8

I have no idea." He stared at me, and I realized that I had not answered him in the proper manner. "Sir," I added.
This quote does relate to a theme, and it is to show respect. In this quote it shows that he didn't answer the correct way making it disrespectful.

And this quote also creates conflict, due to the amount of disrespect he's showing.