The material and social conditions that allowed the American enlightenment to take place
The American Enlightenment in literature was a significant intellectual and cultural movement that took place during the 18th century. It was characterized by a shift from divinism towards rationalism, individualism, and a belief in the power of reason, inspired by the European Enlightenment. The American Enlightenment was deeply influenced by the ide…
Read more
The ideology of Puritanism reflected in American Literature
Puritan history in America refers to the early colonial period (17th century) when Puritans, a religious group, played a significant role in shaping the culture and society of the United States. Puritans were characterized by their strict religious beliefs. The Bible was central to their lives, and they adhered to a strict moral code. Puritans were En…
Read more
Forms of discourses or modes of writing
Rhetorical modes of writing writers in general and academical writers in particular use certain modes of writing to present their ideas, views and knowledge. The effective rhetorical mode can powerfully convey their points. Generally Exposition, Narration, Description and argumentation are considered to be the basic forms of discourse. Expository…
Read more
Advantages of Non-Verbal Communication
Non-verbal communication plays a crucial role in human interaction, complementing and often enhancing the spoken or written word. Here are some of its key advantages: Universal Understanding: Non-verbal cues, such as facial expressions, gestures, and body language, can convey emotions and intentions across language and cultural barriers. A smile, fo…
Read more
Brainstorming
Brainstorming is a group activity conducted at the beginning of a project to generate ideas. In business and organizational contexts, brainstorming is used as method to generate innovative ideas on an area of interest and sometimes to find leads to address problems, challenges or conflicts. Brainstorming can be of great use as a prewriting technique. Be…
Read more
Social Plugin