【American Literature】
《week 5》
《The Revolutionary Period》
The Revolutionary Period: The Revolutionary Period began in 1765 with the passing of the Stamp Act in England and ends in in 1790. It usually refers to writings that are politically motivated, either in support of British rule, in support of American patriotism and independence, or relating to the Constitution.
- Colonial period
- Tougher life = religion
《Benjamin Franklin》
Benjamin Franklin: Benjamin Franklin was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States and in many ways was “the First American”. A renowned polymath, Franklin was a leading author, printer, political theorist, politician, postmaster, scientist, inventor, civic activist, statesman, and diplomat. As a scientist, he was a major figure in the American Enlightenment and the history of physics for his discoveries and theories regarding electricity. As an inventor, he is known for the lighting rod, bifocals, and the Franklin stove, among other inventions. He facilitated many civic organizations, including Philadelphia’s fire department and a university.
《The Romantic Period》
The Romantic Period: The Romantic Period was an artistic, literary, and intellectual movement that originated in Europe toward the end of the 18th century and in most areas was at its peak in the approximate period from 1800 to 1850.
《Location》
l Boston
- The Destruction of the Tea in Boston
- The Destruction of the Tea in Boston: The Boston Tea Party was a political protest by the Sons of Liberty in Boston, on December 16, 1773. The demonstrators, some disguised as American Indians, destroyed an entire shipment of tea sent by the East India Company, in defiance of the Tea Act of May 10, 1773. They boarded the ships and threw the chests of tea into Boston Harbor, ruining the tea. The British government responded harshly and the episode escalated into the American Revolution. The Tea Party became an iconic event of American history, and other political protests such as the Tea Party movement after 2010 explicitly refer to it.
- Boston Marathon Bombings
Boston Marathon Bombings: The Boston Marathon Bombings and related shootings were a series of attacks and incidents which began on April 15, 2013, then two pressure cooker bombs exploded during the Boston Marathon at 2:49 pm, killing 3 people and injuring an estimated 264 others.
- Make Way for Ducklings
Make Way for Ducklings: Make Way for Ducklings is a children’s picture book written and illustrated by Robert McCloskey. First published in 1941, the book tells the story of a pair of mallards who decide to raise their family on an island in the lagoon in Boston Public Garden, apark in the center of Boston.
l New York
- When Harry Met Sally…
When Harry Met Sally…: When Harry Met Sally… is a 1989 American romantic comedy film. The story follows the title characters from the time they meet just before sharing a cross-country drive, through 12 years or so of chance encounters in New York City. The film raises the question “Can men and women ever just be friends?” and advances many ideas about relationships that became household concepts, such as those of the “high-maintenance” girlfriend and the “transitional person”.
- Sleepless in Seattle
Sleepless in Seattle: Sleepless in Seattle is a 1993 American romantic comedy-drama film directed and co-written by Nora Ephron. Based on a story by Jeff Arch, it stars Tom Hanks as Sam Baldwin and Meg Ryan as Annie Reed.
- You’ve Got Mail
You’ve Got Mail: You’ve Got Mail is a 1998 American romantic comedy-drama film directed by Nora Ephron, starring Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan. It updates that concept with the use of e-mail. It was as much about the Upper West Side itself as the characters, highlighting the “small town community” feel that pervades the Upper West Side. Someone you pass on the street may already be the love of your life.
- Julie & Julia
Julie & Julia: Julie & Julia is a 2009 American comedy-drama film written and directed by Nora Ephron starring Meryl Streep, Amy Adams, Stanley Tucci, and Chris Messina. The film contrasts the life of young New Yorker Julie Powell, who aspires to cook all 524 recipes in Child’s cookbook in 365 days, a challenge she described on her popular blog that made her a published author.
《The Brave Escape of Edith Wharton》
The Brave Escape of Edith Wharton: Book Trailer (YouTube)
The amazing story of a woman who escaped the taboos of her era with grace and courage.
YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CBOhc1sIu78
Edith was different
Early on…
there were signs.
She was too alert…
too observant.
She made up stories.
By age 10 she spoke…
English,
French,
German,
and Italian.
She even taught herself to read.
In the late 1800s
all that was fine
for a BOY…
but not a young girl.
But what was at risk, if
Edith didn’t follow her love
of books and ideas?
Edith Wharton
《Al Gore’s Concession》
Al Gore: Al Gore is an American politician, advocate and philanthropist, who served as the 45th Vice President of the United States (1993-2001), under President Bill Clinton. He was the Democratic Party’s nominee for President and lost the 2000 U. S. presidential election despite winning the popular vote.
YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HQXmeFqN-is
《Let the River Run》
Let the River Run: Let the River Run is a song first featured in the 1988 film by America Dream and Carly Simons’ song.
YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cv-0mmVnxPA
《Hillary Clinton》
Hillary Clinton: Hillary Diane Rodham Clinton is a former United States Secretary of State, U. S. Senator, and First Lady of the Unite States. From 2009 to 2013, she was the 67th Secretary of State, serving under President Barack Obama. She previously represented New York in the U. S. Senate (2001 to 2009).
Hillary Clinton Action Is Eloquence
YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dvUfEpaPOls
Art is long, and Time is fleeting,
And our hearts, though stout and brave,
Still, like muffled drums, are beating
Funeral marches to the grave.
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