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Grapes of Wrath's Religion Found in Mankind
Through the Joad Family's journey to the Promise Land of California, John Steinbeck develops an American religion founded through the migrant workers experiences.
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Photography Great: Dorothea Lange
Dorothea Lange's photography had significant social impact in its time and leaves a powerful historical record of human suffering in the Great Depression
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Review - Aspen Santa Fe Ballet Part 2
The concluding part to my review of the Aspen Santa Fe Ballet Company.
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Review of The Grapes of Wrath
John Ford`s Oscar-winning film, based on John Steinbeck`s novel, and starring Henry Fonda.
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The Grapes of Wrath and Biblical Allusions
In the Grapes of Wrath, characters form their own religion as their lives parallel the Old Testament.
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The Grapes of Wrath and the American Religion
John Steinbeck writes about the impoverished American citizens whose Exodus out of the American heartland formed a new religion.
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John Steinbeck and His Works
Brief biography and and works of author John Steinbeck, famous for The Grapes of Wrath.
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The Steinbeck Selection
I love John Steinbeck because of his ability to transport readers to a different time and place. "The Grapes of Wrath" is a fine example of this quailty.
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Author Profile: Fiction Writer Laura Fitzgerald
Arizona writer Laura Fitzgerald talks about her inspiration for Veil of Roses and plans for her next book.
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Classic Author: John Steinbeck
A brief biography of John Steinbeck
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Environmental Disaster
During World War I U.S. farmers planted an abundance of crops to feed the hungry in Europe during Turkish blockades. Twenty years later over plowing proved disastrous.
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John Steinbeck's Philosophy on Human Strength
John Steinbeck created his own American "holy sperit" just like his characters in The Grapes of Wrath.
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John Steinbeck's The Pastures Of Heaven
John Steinbeck's 1932 collection of stories entitled The Pastures Of Heaven focuses on the people of his native Salinas Valley, California and previews his later work.
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War Drums or Drumming for Peace?
New Foreign Minister in Israel and continued tensions elsewhere lead to continued crisis in the region.
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Best Films of the 1940s
The cynicism and hope of this war-torn decade is revealed in the narratives of its finest films.
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Ford at Fox
It's made up of a whopping 21 discs - but the heart of this collection devoted to the work of director John Ford are his collaborations with producer Daryl Zanuck
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Here's to Henry
Actor Charley Grapewin is best known as Dorothy&#8217;s Uncle Henry, but he appeared in nearly 100 other films during his 50-year movie career.
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John Steinbeck's California
A Journey into Steinbeck's California by Susan Shillinglaw shows readers how towns like Monterey and Salinas influenced the author of Grapes of Wrath and East of Eden
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John Steinbeck, Part 1
The Steinbeck House, the birthplace of American author John Steinbeck, is open to the public.
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O-T Famous American Literature
Continuing the guide to often noted novelists, playwrights, and songwriters of the USA...Following the literary influences on the formation of the "American Dream."
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Portraits of The Great Depression
From the Dust Bowl to a winter's day in Central Park, various views of the 1930s Great Depression show its effects and influences on artists of the time.
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Review of The Tortilla Curtain
A review of T.C. Boyle's often misunderstood novel, The Tortilla Curtain.
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Hollywood Producer Darryl F. Zanuck
Darryl F. Zanuck (1902-1979) was born with a great talent: He knew how to run a movie studio and produce classic films.
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The Battle Hymn of the Republic
Although this hymn was written and published after the Civil War started, it reflects many of the ideals of the Abolitionist movement and the Underground Railroad. It was played recently at Ronald Reagan's funeral.
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A Teacher's Summer Reading List
Using the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction list as a teacher's reading list for summer.
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Banned Books Week
Every year the American Library Association receives requests for literary works to be banned, since 1982 libraries and groups have protested by celebrating these books.
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Best Pictures: 1940 Rebecca & 1941 How Green Was My Valley
Oscar Wining Films of 1940 & 1941 were Rebecca & How Green Was My Valley
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Cult of Violence
The cult of violence perpetuates the violence between the Palestinians and Israelis. Neither side is willing, or capable, of breaking the cycle and moving towards a peaceful resolution.
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Have Your Seniors Read These???
Although many seniors believe that they are ready for the college level English and literature courses, many professors have literary works with which they expect incoming freshmen to be acquainted with but that have not been taught in high school. Here is one list.
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Literature and Solidarity : After Black Tuesday
A look at the pragmatics and unifying aspects of literature
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Olivia de Havilland
In honor of her 90th year, we remember Olivia de Havilland's watershed performance in "The Snake Pit"
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Part I - Route 66 - The Mother Road Marks 75th Anniversary
Get Your Kicks On Route 66!
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The Big Read
In the last six months, The Big Read initiative by the NEA has created a list of books that many communities around the country were reading together.
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The Dry Road to Disaster
Drought is the most expensive type of natural disaster. It poses danger because it is gradual and it is silent. Now NOAA attempts to understand its causes and its patterns better by examining nature's comprehensive record.
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The National Steinbeck Center
For all the Steinbeck lovers, a marvelous collection of all things Steinbeck.
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25 Best Films Ever Made
Contributing author's opinion on the 25 Best Movies ever made as voted by the Hollywood film industry.
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Arizona's Route 66 Trivia
Although most of Route 66 has been bypassed by the interstate, some of the scenic transcontinental road still exists. The longest continuous stretch runs through Arizona.
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Bruce Springsteen Signs Deal With Wal-Mart
The Boss's latest deal with Wal-Mart has his fans scratching their heads and wondering "Did Bruce Springsteen sell out?"
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It is Time to Wake Up, America
What has happened to America?
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Oscar Trivia: Do You Know the Answers About Movies?
A series of Oscar trivia which will give you some extra knowledge at your next Oscar party!
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Oscar Winners for Direction - 1950s/1960s
The 1950s and 1960s saw several records for film directing set. It was also a period when several directing veterans affirmed their place in movie history.
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Some 1950s Oscar Nominees and Winners
An African-American actress nominated for her role in a musical and a man who was nominated twice as best actor after he had died were among the unusual Oscar highlights.
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Songs for the 4th of July
Looking for a cool collection of songs to play on your ipod at your 4th of July celebration? Here are a bunch of American celebration classics for any backyard barbeque.
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The Great Depression and the Wizard of Oz
Depression-era audiences went to theaters to escape the harsh realities of everyday anxieties. The Wizard of Oz was one offering that provided hope and promise.
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The Ox-Bow Incident
A great film, says me. And everyone else who watches it.
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Unique Voices Laud American Earth
In "American Earth: Environmental Writing Since Thoreau" editor Bill McKibben combines the familiar with the unfamiliar to arouse inspiration, awe, alarm and sadness.
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Who is Ariel Sharon
Ariel Sharon is the leading Likud contender to Prime Minister Barak who has called for new elections.
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A Discussion of Violence and the Movies
A short discussion of violence in movies and television with a detail on the war movie.
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A Man in Full
A review of Tom Wolfe's <i>A Man in Full.</i>
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Books, Movies, and Tapes
Books, movies, and tapes are three routes that can lead us back to the past and help us to understand it. This month I will list some of my favorite books, movies, and tapes.
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