{"id":42896,"date":"2025-04-26T14:17:55","date_gmt":"2025-04-26T14:17:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.writemyessays.app\/blog\/questions\/explore-the-topic-of-acceptance-and-fitting-in-in-both-marge-piercys-barbie-doll-russells-st-lucys-home-for-girls-raised-by-wo\/"},"modified":"2025-04-26T14:17:55","modified_gmt":"2025-04-26T14:17:55","slug":"explore-the-topic-of-acceptance-and-fitting-in-in-both-marge-piercys-barbie-doll-russells-st-lucys-home-for-girls-raised-by-wo","status":"publish","type":"questions","link":"https:\/\/www.writemyessays.app\/blog\/questions\/explore-the-topic-of-acceptance-and-fitting-in-in-both-marge-piercys-barbie-doll-russells-st-lucys-home-for-girls-raised-by-wo\/","title":{"rendered":"Explore the topic of acceptance and \u201cfitting in\u201d in both Marge Piercy\u2019s \u201cBarbie Doll\u201d & Russell\u2019s \u201cSt.Lucy\u2019s Home for Girls Raised By Wolves\u201d. What similar message do these two works convey?"},"content":{"rendered":"

This essay will focus on comparing a particular aspect of two literary works, each from a different genre. Look for similarities<\/strong>, as this proves more challenging than differences; read closely & \u201cdig beneath the surface.\u201d <\/strong>Develop an arguable thesis<\/strong> accompanied by topic sentences that address analytical points<\/strong>, not literary devices. Remember to focus on analysis<\/strong>, not plot summary or simple rhetorical situation<\/strong>. Adhere to MLA guidelines for formatting & documentation<\/p>\n

Assignment Particulars<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Length:<\/strong> 2.5 pages minimum (not including the works cited)<\/p>\n

Required Sources: Two primary<\/strong> sources <\/p>\n

By the way, works included in the text should be treated as works in an anthology<\/strong>. Remember that each genre requires different in-text parenthetical documentation<\/strong>. Works provided in class<\/strong> should be cited as originating from D2L <\/strong>while Shakespeare\u2019s play <\/strong>may be cited from an online source or the book version <\/strong>if you have it on hand. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Source Use: Do <\/strong>not<\/strong> consult outside sources<\/strong>; this literary analysis should be based only on your own observations <\/strong>although you may look at class notes. However, make sure to include quotes & paraphrases from each work.<\/p>\n

Thesis Tips:<\/strong> Consider the following tips as you develop your thesis.<\/p>\n

Theme Analysis Thesis Tip:<\/em> What message does the work convey about this idea? What should a reader \u201cget\u201d about this central concept?<\/p>\n

Character Analysis Thesis Tip:<\/em> Select one primary defining trait & address how this trait shapes the character. Consider possible origins of the trait plus impact on the characters\u2019 relationships, behavior\/attitudes, & self-image.<\/p>\n

A Few Reminders<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n