Essays and Research Papers on Portugese Literature

(3 pp) " Zeferino drove down Folsom Street wondering why he had never noticed Raphael's Silver Cloud Cafe and Bar. He had driven down Folsom Street, down Seventeenth, and even down Shotwell on hundreds of occasions, investigating scores of cases. He conjured up a mental picture of the area as he waited at a ...

A 5 page paper which critically examines the "coming of age" story of Magda, a 14-year-old girl whose peaceful, upper-class existence in Uruguay is forever changed by political revolution. No additional sources are used.

A 5 page overview of a 1998 feminist anthology, from a Chicana perspective. No additional sources are used.

A six page paper which compares and contrasts the two novels in terms of their treatment of the concepts of interdependency, isolation and the relationships between men and women as defined by their cultural backgrounds. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 5 page paper which analyzes the short story, "I Am Rene Espronceda de la Barca," which is a story that appears in the collection of short stories titled "And We Sold the Rain." The paper presents, and analyzes, three mysteries presented in this short story. No additional sources cited.

10 pages in length. The writer discusses that within the enigmatic realm of Marquez's magical realism reside the sometimes-somber yet always prominent components of the novel's two central themes: time and solitude. Bibliography lists 13 sources.

This 5 page report discusses one of Isabel Allende’s novels, “Of Love and Shadows.” Allende is a Chilean author who fills her work with spiritual strength and humor which transcends personal and societal tragedy. Allende’s “Of Love and Shadows” demonstrates her awareness of the fleeting nature of life and love. Having experienced the terror of having been so close ...

(5 pp.) Isabel Allende's fiction, set in "an undetermined Latino country," is influenced by three literary elements: historical fiction, magical realism and feminism. In this discussion we will examine the element of feminism in her 1987 novel Eva Luna. Spanish translation also follows text. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper which takes the notions of Marks Engels, as presented in the Communist Manifesto, as they relate to class conflict, and then discusses how "Sugar Cane Alley" addresses these concerns. No additional sources cited.

A 5 page paper which examines how the ideological Cold War between Fidel Castro's Cuba and the United States affected the novel's characters. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 5 page paper analyzes this work of fiction in terms of the misogynist messages it emits. The love story is portrayed as promoting negative attitudes toward women. No additional sources cited.

Octavio Paz wrote The Labyrinth of Solitude in 1950. This 6 page paper explores the use of cultural, physical and political setting in the book as well as in the context of the post -war Mexico. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 4 page paper discussing the experiences of a young migrant boy in his first year in America, particularly as the vignette structure alternately detracts from and contributes to the final scene. In Spanish. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 4 page paper discussing this 1987 novel. Gloria Anzaldua's "Borderlands" deals with borders common to all Mexican immigrants, and also deals with others that cross cultures. The book has come to be used in several disciplines, including feminist studies, gay and lesbian studies and cultural studies. In Spanish. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

(5 pp) Even though you may not be entirely familiar with the story, the thought of Don Quijote and his legendary actions have survived in our speech. "Tilting at windmills," is the phrase and labels the person given that title some one is either vastly impractical or at least needs their eyes checked.

(5 pp) Even though you may not be entirely familiar with the story, the thought of Don Quijote and his legendary actions have survived in our speech. "Tilting at windmills," is the phrase and labels the person given that title some one is either vastly impractical or at least needs their eyes checked. ...

A 5 page research paper that examines the work of Mexico's pre-eminent novelist, Carlos Fuentes. The writer briefly examines Fuentes' life and career and then focuses on his short story "Chac-Mool" as being representative of his style. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

An 8-oage paper comparing and contrasting Facundo by D.F. Sarmiento and Amalia by Jose Marmol. Describes the books' romanticism and realism. Lists 2 sources.

An eight page paper which looks at the themes of Paganism, syncretism and archetypes in Anaya’s Bless Me Ultima, with reference to the way in which Ultima influences Antonio’s spiritual development and helps him to understand how conflict resolution is to be achieved. Bibliography lists 6 sources

5 pages in length. The structural basis of imagery is symbolic of Chamoiseau's intrinsic creativity and ability to see beyond the obvious. Characteristically reminiscent of the very essence of the author's literary interpretation, Red Hot Peppers reflects a significance quite distinguishable in its ability to address morality with mere images. The entire ...

A 5 page paper which examines how the novel treats sexuality and homosexuality. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 6 page paper focuses on humor and irony in Caribbean poetry, with attention to seven separate pomes, each by different authors. The use of nature as an element is also discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper which discusses various elements of the story "Time of the Doves" by Merce Rodoreda. The elements discussed are the main topics of the novel, mother-daughter relationships, the evolution of Natalia (the main character), and how the novel stands to represent feminist literature. This paper is also available in Spanish version. No additional sources cited.

5 paginaciones. Dulce Compania de Laura Restrepo es un ejemplo del realismo mágico en literatura hispánica. Solamente algunos programas de escritura de Latin-American poseen la capacidad de tejer realismo mágico a través de sus trabajos. De ésos capaces de capturar la complejidad de tal reino, consideran a Laura Restrepo ser uno del mejor. Ella los trabajos refleja el ...

A 5 page paper which examines the novel’s important issues, describes the major characters, their roles as intended by the author, analyzes what makes them important, what they symbolize, and concludes by discussing the purpose of the novel. No additional sources are used.