Due November 25 At 11 Am Please Note This Paragraph

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Due 11/25 @11 a.m PLEASE NOTE IN ADDITION TO THIS PARAGRAPH I WILL ALSO BE NEEDING A PAPER (9-10 PAGES) BASED ON THE TOPIC THAT YOU CHOOSE THAT I WILL BE POSTING LATER. Submit a brief topic paragraph (max 250 words) on your proposed comparative paper. The goal of this paper is for you to choose any two similar or dissimilar writers, themes, ideas, perspectives that we have encountered and analyzed over the course. Choose two similar or dissimilar writers from the following: 1. Ari Shavit -Audio Interview: My Promised Land: The Triumph & Tragedy of Israel 2. David Grossman -"Individual Language and Mass Language," Writing in the Dark: Essays on Literature and Politics 3. Ghassan Kanafani's -"Returning to Haifa," in Palestine's Children: Returning to Haifa & Other Stories 4. Hany Abu-Assad -Film: Paradise Now 5. Ari Shavit -"By the Sea," My Promised Land: The Triumph & Tragedy of Israel 6. Eran Riklis - Film: A Borrowed Identity

Paper For Above instruction

The assignment requires selecting two authors, texts, or media pieces from the provided list that explore similar or contrasting themes related to Israeli and Palestinian perspectives, cultural identity, conflict, and political narratives. The objective is to analyze these works comparatively in a 9- to 10-page paper, demonstrating depth of understanding and critical insight into how each piece addresses its themes, the differences or similarities in their perspectives, and their broader social and political implications.

Initially, students should submit a concise topic paragraph of up to 250 words outlining their chosen comparison. This paragraph should specify the two works being compared, the central themes or issues, and the rationale behind selecting this pair. For example, a student might choose to compare Ari Shavit's narrative on Israeli history with Ghassan Kanafani’s literary depiction of Palestinian identity, analyzing how each author portrays the conflict and national identity through different lenses.

The body of the paper should be organized coherently, starting with an introduction that contextualizes the works and states a clear thesis. This should be followed by thematic sections that explore the selected themes—such as memory, nationalism, displaced identities, or conflict narratives—drawing evidence from the texts and media. Comparative analysis should highlight similarities and differences, supported by scholarly research where appropriate.

The conclusion should synthesize insights derived from the comparison, reflecting on how the works deepen understanding of the complex Israeli-Palestinian issues, contribute to broader discourses, or challenge preconceived notions.

Research sources should include scholarly articles, critical essays, and credible media reports to support analysis. Proper citation styles, such as APA or MLA, are required throughout the paper.

References

  • Shavit, A. (2010). My Promised Land: The Triumph & Tragedy of Israel. Spiegel & Grau.
  • Grossman, D. (2009). Writing in the Dark: Essays on Literature and Politics. Yale University Press.
  • Kanafani, G. (1969). Palestine’s Children: Returning to Haifa & Other Stories. Palestinian Literature.
  • Abu-Assad, H. (Director). (2005). Paradise Now [Film].
  • Riklis, E. (Director). (2013). A Borrowed Identity [Film].
  • Additional scholarly articles on Israeli and Palestinian narratives and conflict depiction.

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