Amplification through Simplification. Never truer words spoken. As a data analytics major, I can appreciate this lesson. Data comes in large batches and can be increasingly complicated. However, the more complicated it is, the more confusing it can be. For most, data speaks the truth; however, the truth depends on how you interpret it. IfContinue reading “Understanding Comics”
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Why Children’s Books are for Grownups too?
I am a firm supporter for children’s book and literacy in young kids. My experience with children’s book when I was younger was just fantastic. I loved them. So, in order to help promote children’s love for children’s book, I bought mini-sized chairs and painted them bright colors to welcome and encourage reading among theContinue reading “Why Children’s Books are for Grownups too?”
Understanding Rhetoric
Rhetoric is very persuasive. In some ways, a person’s rhetoric is a part of them, and one can learn much by observing it. In “Understanding Rhetoric,” the focus of rhetoric is placed on one’s speech and writing. However, rhetoric can be seen in one’s appearance through the power of makeup. The way a person wearsContinue reading “Understanding Rhetoric”
Some Assumptions about Fantasy
In “Some Assumptions about Fantasy”, Ursula K. Le Guin notes that too many characters of fantasy literature are white. Despite its money-making capabilities, today’s political climate does not allow for this. If not corrected, the genre will be criticized heavily. In order to protect its reputation, fantasy needs to develop diverse characters. In recent years,Continue reading “Some Assumptions about Fantasy”
Writing About Magic - Angela Pham 