Articles written by Alice Woolliams
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Tyranny in the Poetry of William Blake
Just like his fellow Romantic poets, William Blake focused much of his writing on social ideals and the meaning of government, freedom and tyranny.
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The Ancient Legend of Hel
Old Norse literature reveals some surprising similarties of the pagan underworld, 'Hel', with the more widely recognized Christian term of 'hell'.
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Native American Myth in 'Love Medicine'
Erdrich's seminal novel highlights the American stereotypes associated with Native American culture, using the landscape of the reservation to subvert such assertions.
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City Breaks in Leiden
The picturesque university city in the center of the Netherlands has much to offer visitors, from smart but affordable restaurants to picturesque streets.
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Field Day Festival, London
With a line-up that brings the latest whos-whos of electronica to town, the second annual Field Day Festival hit East London's Victoria Park on Saturday 9th August 2008.
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Brighton Beach
With the price of flights rising, short breaks in Europe are becoming a thing of the past. Just a short hop from London, Brighton makes a great alternative weekend away.
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Summer Vacations on Texel
It may not be the most obvious spot for a summer holiday of sun, sea and sand but the small island of Texel makes a great destination for all the family.
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Cycling Holidays in the Netherlands
The bicycle has long been an iconic image of Dutch life and thanks to brilliant paths and facilities, the Netherlands makes a great destination for a cycling holiday.
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Backpacking in Amsterdam, 2008
Home to picturesque canals and celebrated museums, the Dutch capital is still a fascinating city but beneath its scenery and culture lies a seedier side to its tourism.
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The Other Side of Majorca
Despite its bad reputation, Majorca can offer a relaxed and sophisticated break - and all for a relatively small cost.
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Budget Beach Breaks in Dubrovnik
With cheap accommodation, unspoilt beaches and lively nightlife Dubrovnik is an ideal student or budget traveler destination.
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Religion in Morrison's Paradise
In her seventh novel Paradise, Toni Morrison explores the role of religion in the African and American consciousness.
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Squarepusher Headlines Bangface 2008
The Bangface Weekend Festival kicks off the summer season with appearances by Squarepusher, Plaid and Luke Vibert.
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Russia Win Eurovision 2008
British presenter Terry Wogan criticizes Eastern Europe for voting according to politics rather than music as 2008's Eurovision Song Contest crowns Russia the winners.
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Beaches of Inhabame, South Mozambique
This town by the Indian Ocean is a laid-back gem of sandy beaches and rich marine life - a great holiday destination despite the nation's turbulent political history.
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Time for Peace Film Awards 2008
Humanist concerns topped the bill in London as the UK's capital played host to its first Time for Peace Film & Music Awards on May 12 at the Landmark Hotel.
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A History of Psytrance
Psytrance began as an offshoot of the Goa trance scene but is now a worldwide phenomenon.
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Late of the Pier Play 'Secret' Gig
Newly trendy band Late of the Pier are joined by Radio 1 DJ and a trio of techno acts for a late-night Shoreditch party.
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UK Music Festivals with a Difference
With eco-friendly Wafeform Project, literary and comedy fest Latitude and student-run Beach Break there's plenty of choice to keep alternative festival-goers happy!
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Soulwax '2 Many DJs' Play Fabric
Despite the excitement surrounding the event, the live set failed to live up to the promise and popularity of the best-selling album 'As Heard on Radio Soulwax Part 2.'
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Soulwax: Most of the Remixes CD
The latest album to be produced by Soulwax promises their typical combination of funky electro beats and well-known lyrics.
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Turnmills Club Closing Down
After 23 years and more than 3,000 events, one of London's biggest late-night clubs prepares to host its final crowd of revelers this Easter Weekend.
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The Tragedy of 'On The Road'
Although it has become associated with the rebellion of the beatnik generation, Kerouac's 'On The Road' actually reveals the author's limitations and conservatism.
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A History of Dubstep Dance Music
First established in the early 2000s, dubstep has rapidly become a popular part of the dance music scene in the UK thanks to its modern sound.
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Digitalism at Warehouse Project
In November 2007 Manchester's Warehouse Project played host to popular acts Simian Mobile Disco and Vitalic but new DJ duo Digitalism and their punk sound stole the crowd
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Toni Morrison's Song of Solomon
The nobel-proze winning author's third novel explores the relationship between gender and race in the title character's search for his cultural heritage.
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The Mostar Bridge in South Bosnia
Rebuilt recently following its bombing in the Balkan conflict, the city mixes traditional architecture with the scars of its complicated history.
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Europe's Summer Music Festivals 2008
Choose the continent over Britain for music festivals this summer to discover quality, variety and a more authentic 'experience.'
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EXIT Voted Best European Festival
2007 sees EXIT festival win the Best European Festival category with a high class line-up of electronic acts and quality sounds including Pendulum and The Prodigy.
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