The 'X' surname Malcolm takes up represents a variable, a blank, just like in math. It represents the change from him embracing Islam and releasing himself of his slave name, Little. He seems to finally be able to fit in, regardless of whether it is society in terms of American, but rather the society based around The nation of islam.
He has found his calling and has relieved himself of all past moral issues and other issues that he once faced, especially as a youth. All in all, X is a marker, a new change for him, and shows the second phase of his live.
Monday, May 30, 2011
Friday, May 20, 2011
Track review: MGMT - Kids
I discovered this earlier last year and was astounded by the feeling it gave me; the one that gives you goose bumps through uniqueness and puts a chill through your spine. Some may consider it a cheer happy song, whereas others may consider it an analogy of growing up.
At first thought, (based upon personal reasoning) the lyrics of the song seem to be an analogy; referring to growing up. When you take a closer look, certain lyrics may seem to talk about drug use as well, such as controlling the needs and only using what you need from it. The band is psychedelic rock and thus my understanding I would say, was altered.
At first thought, (based upon personal reasoning) the lyrics of the song seem to be an analogy; referring to growing up. When you take a closer look, certain lyrics may seem to talk about drug use as well, such as controlling the needs and only using what you need from it. The band is psychedelic rock and thus my understanding I would say, was altered.
I know this means something
It seems as if the goals of life are simply going to school, getting good grades, playing sports and getting a job. Society has set these goals for us as a basic standard and barely anyone will argue with this goal. In fact, every single person in the school building is a part of this system and follows it otherwise they would not be in here to begin with. Whether they be teachers, students or assistants, they are followers of what life supposedly means.
However, it can be argued that only a few people really do find their own meaning in life; the one setup by society is simply a back end for those who have yet to discover one or are satisfied with ones setup previously.
However, it can be argued that only a few people really do find their own meaning in life; the one setup by society is simply a back end for those who have yet to discover one or are satisfied with ones setup previously.
Sunday, April 3, 2011
Good Food Review
Food has always been a delicacy; one which I have looked at with great pleasure. One of my favorites restaurants has always been Wok 'n Roll, located on 53rd and Blackstone, in Hyde Park. I suppose it's safe to say that not everyone's tastes match, and what we find delicious may be in part due to how we've grown up or how often we've been exposed to a certain type of food.
For me, I've been accustomed to this restaurant for as long as I can remember, so it's a fact that my review will hold some level of bias. However, what I can say is that the service is terrific, and they hold a great variety of foods. You can find anything from noodles to fried rice, to dishes containing seafood and friend appetizers. If you're ever in Hyde Park and need somewhere quick and easy to visit, Wok n' Roll is a great choice.
For me, I've been accustomed to this restaurant for as long as I can remember, so it's a fact that my review will hold some level of bias. However, what I can say is that the service is terrific, and they hold a great variety of foods. You can find anything from noodles to fried rice, to dishes containing seafood and friend appetizers. If you're ever in Hyde Park and need somewhere quick and easy to visit, Wok n' Roll is a great choice.
Saturday, January 22, 2011
Sports in my life
For the first 14 years, sports has been a part of my life. I have played various sports for leisure since the age of about 6, playing soccer, basketball and baseball. As of recently however, I would say that sports isn't as major as it once was, especially since I've played competitve soccer since the age of 6. For me, sports is more about a pick up game and having fun than that of grinding time with a team, running many many laps, and trying to "defeat the opponent".
The pressure was also evident, and slowly, I think my connection with competitive sports, more specifically soccer, diminished.
The pressure was also evident, and slowly, I think my connection with competitive sports, more specifically soccer, diminished.
Cormac McCarthy: A letter to you
Dear Mr. McCarthy,
It seems that the work of literature we refer to as "The Road" portrays mankind after an unfullfilling apocalypse. The world does not come to an end, but rather is placed in a state of destruction and chaos; one that leaves few survivors and many traitors to what we call society in the present. As any realistic fictional novel, your story has it's flaws, but presents itself to be interesting none the less. We could come up with many ideas for how the members of society would react if the base of society were to be anulled; 'The Road' just happens to be one of those that show humans in a terrible light, but also one that sheds good will every now and then.
The only issue I see would be the way the story is told. It may be confusing at times, but nevertheless, the basic ideas behind it are more than adequate for the recognition it's recieved.
Regards,
A fellow reader to your novel
It seems that the work of literature we refer to as "The Road" portrays mankind after an unfullfilling apocalypse. The world does not come to an end, but rather is placed in a state of destruction and chaos; one that leaves few survivors and many traitors to what we call society in the present. As any realistic fictional novel, your story has it's flaws, but presents itself to be interesting none the less. We could come up with many ideas for how the members of society would react if the base of society were to be anulled; 'The Road' just happens to be one of those that show humans in a terrible light, but also one that sheds good will every now and then.
The only issue I see would be the way the story is told. It may be confusing at times, but nevertheless, the basic ideas behind it are more than adequate for the recognition it's recieved.
Regards,
A fellow reader to your novel
Defend the Poet
It seems that because of the ill and harsh perspective Bukowski holds, many people dislike his poems. They show a degree of pessimism and hatred, whereas human nature seems to aim towards positive success in life. I'd say that even though poems by Bukowski represent such, they still provide a perspective of life and society that one could really imagine.
He shows the worst outcomes and possibilities and opens our eyes towards them. When one has seen the worst, he can very easily imagine even the least undesirable, and that's what Bukowski seems to be aiming for. It might not occur to people as easily, but maybe Bukowski aims for something people dislike. A work of literature can be disliked for many reasons, including that of the topic. Dislike that literature, and chances are people will dislike the idea behind it, such as an agonizing future.
He shows the worst outcomes and possibilities and opens our eyes towards them. When one has seen the worst, he can very easily imagine even the least undesirable, and that's what Bukowski seems to be aiming for. It might not occur to people as easily, but maybe Bukowski aims for something people dislike. A work of literature can be disliked for many reasons, including that of the topic. Dislike that literature, and chances are people will dislike the idea behind it, such as an agonizing future.
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