Fifty Shades of Grey: Fun Romantic Fantasy or Harmful Abuse Story?

The popularity of Fifty Shades of Grey is undeniable, but is also a mystery. This poorly written romance novel adheres to an insipid decades-old romance formula where a powerful and controlling man seeks to possess and control an inexperienced and self-sacrificing younger woman. The storyline of this book, in particular, mimics that of an abusive relationship and sends harmful messages to men and women alike.

How to Give Constructive Criticism

Constructive criticism is an important tool to help people improve. To make sure people listen to you what you say, follow these rules.

The Virtue of Stupidity: A Critique of Ayn Rand and Objectivism

A harsh critique of the philosophy of Ayn Rand, with comparisons with Kant, Hume and Descartes.

Sociological Humor: Shakespeare

Sociological Humor: Shakespeare Since there has been language there have been relations among the ranks of humanity that mutate with the conception and eradication of culture. Social reformation is steeped...

Prisoners Exercising by Van Gogh an Analysis

A Captive’s Painting of Prisoners Dark brick walls rise out of the shadows, reaching toward a sky and sun that lie far out of frame in Vincent Van Gogh’s, Prisoners Exercising. Set in a small angular courtyard, the painting seems to center...

Mulan, a new type of heroine in Disney and China “Disneyfied” through its Gender Roles

Introduction From Ancient China to Disney American Imperialism, Mulan highlights the feminist discourse of the independent woman. Mulan, a mythical heroine, is a character in a Chinese poem which originated in the 6th century A.D. as “The Ballad...

Great Books of Modern Philosophy

Modern Western Philosophy started with Descartes and some say ended with Marx. In his dictum, Marx said that philosophers should stop trying to understand the world we live in, and instead, attempt to change it.

How to Write a Literary Critique: The Art of Constructive Criticism

When trying to write an essay, write a poem or write a story, good feedback is essential. Learn the basics of literary criticism here.

Top 9 Reasons why we hate XBOX 360's Kinect

John negatively reviews the XBOX 360 Kinect, and goes through nine flaws which should've been ironed out years ago. Ranging from control to variety of titles, this critique will compare the Kinect to all kinds of consoles, even the accessories of old....

Art Critiques for Children