Most recent public comments by Austin Keller https://nowcomment.com/users/23440 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605744 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605744 Fastidious means to be very particular and concerned about accuracy and detail. It is basically a synonym for meticulous. What Walton is saying to his sister, is that sometimes she is too caught up in the details to see the whole picture. Thu, 27 Oct 2016 20:09:47 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605741 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605741 I think that this is Dr. Frankenstein. His interest automatically escalates towards knowing what happened to 'the demon'. I think the creature before was in fact the monster running away. Once the stranger hears that the figure may have survived the breaking of the ice, his spirits greatly increase. Thu, 27 Oct 2016 20:03:18 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605735 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605735 Is it the monster?! What is it doing all the way out here at the ice caps? Is it running away from something? Thu, 27 Oct 2016 19:57:25 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605731 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605731 I think the stranger is willing to share his tale, because he realizes that him and Walton have similar souls. This is hinted when he says, "Do you share my madness?" This sounds a lot like The Ancient Mariner, where the Mariner, crazed, tells his tale to all the similar souls of his own who will listen. Walton is excited to listen to the tale, because he shares the same curiosities as the stranger. Thu, 27 Oct 2016 19:55:07 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605721 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605721 Although not an actual verbal response, Walton's emotional expression response to the stranger's words in the few sentences beforehand are interesting. Walton is very excited when he hears the stranger wanting to tell his tale to him. Sound familiar? Thu, 27 Oct 2016 19:52:18 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605711 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605711 This word means to have a sudden violent expression of an emotion. What Walton is saying, is that the stranger has violent expressions of grief that seize him. Walton says how it takes a lot of time to bring the stranger back into a calm state. Thu, 27 Oct 2016 19:48:48 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605689 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605689 Although this man is stranded in the middle of a desolate land with no resources, he doesn't want to get onto the boat until he knows where they are going. This makes the man very full of ambition, because one would think that he would be running towards the vessel, but he wants to know instead what they are doing and where they are going. He readily comes aboard when Walton says that they are on a voyage to the North Pole. Thu, 27 Oct 2016 19:40:29 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605678 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605678 To Walton and the crew's surprise, they see a carriage making its way across the ice. They almost wonder if it is an apparition since they are in a desolate place with no resources for any human life. The ice breaking later is also an odd occurrence. I think that the figure they saw was the creature that Frankenstein had created. Thu, 27 Oct 2016 19:35:16 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605602 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605602 I don't see how Walton wouldn't be concerned with strong winds and leaks. Maybe as a sailor he's used to it, but I would think that it would be the worst things to deal with. I wonder what could be even worse. Is the author somehow foreshadowing that something bad is going to happen by Walton saying that there is worse that could happen. Just a thought. Thu, 27 Oct 2016 19:07:35 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605601 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605601 I don't think this safe atmospheric mood is going to last long. Sometimes Walton's optimism seems a little naive, and it might cause his later downfall. Thu, 27 Oct 2016 19:03:48 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605596 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605596 Here Walton makes it clear what his ambitions are during this journey. Traveling to conquest the unknown land, Walton hopes to gain recognition from his success. He hopes that he will be 'crowned' for his endeavors so to speak. I can't say for sure whether this is noble or not. I don't know if Walton is doing this simply out of arrogance and pride, or if he's doing it for his own validation and to possibly make new breakthrough in knowledge that could benefit others. Taken that Walton seeks knowledge, I would say that he is trying to prove himself, as well as trying to make a ground breaking scientific discovery. That I believe would be noble, especially since he is going on a dangerous journey to make such an attempt. Thu, 27 Oct 2016 19:01:17 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605579 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605579 Even the first sentence of the letter sets the mood. This sentence however, describes how Walton feels very optimistic about his trip so far. Nothing has gone completely wrong, and he thinks that they are safe. I'm not for sure if this will last very long, but right now the mood of his letter is of 'good spirits' and safety thus far. Thu, 27 Oct 2016 18:53:09 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605557 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605557 I figured this meant goodbye, but its French for farewell. They are both synonyms, but bye/goodbye in French is 'Au Revoir'. I thought it would be interesting to look up. Maybe Walton says farewell instead of goodbye to ensure his sister that he won't encounter danger and will return. Thu, 27 Oct 2016 18:39:26 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605550 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605550 A gale is a very strong wind or burst of sound. Walton is saying that the strong winds and leaks are common accidents while sailing, which are the least of his crew's concern. Thu, 27 Oct 2016 18:34:36 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605544 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62809?scroll_to=605544 Is Walton and his crew going to have the same fate as the Ancient Mariner and his crew? Thu, 27 Oct 2016 18:31:06 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=603548 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=603548 Although Robert clearly writes "the Ancient Mariner" in the last part of the sentence, he makes some noticeable allusions. The albatross is an obvious one. He says that he doesn't plan on killing an albatross, just as the Mariner had. Another allusion is when he writes that he is "going to unexplored regions, to the land of mist and snow". This is an allusion because in "the Ancient Mariner", the Mariner travels to the same place, in his case being Antarctica. Wed, 26 Oct 2016 21:47:36 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=603516 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=603516 From the actions of this man described by Robert, I would have to disagree with the last statement. The man seems incredibly noble and kind. He could have not cared less about his ex-wife, but instead he continued to help her from the kindness of his heart. I don't see how that would make him unsympathetic or ignorant in the least. Although we don't get a lot of info on that character, he seems like a very respectable person. Wed, 26 Oct 2016 21:42:36 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=603493 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=603493 Robert references another Byronic figure in this sentence. What makes this figure a Byronic hero, is that he left his wife once he found out that she loved someone else. What makes him noble however, is that he supports his ex wife. He tries to convince his ex wife's father to grant permission for his daughter to marry whom she loves. This is what makes him incredibly noble. Most men would probably not be supporting their ex this passionately. Wed, 26 Oct 2016 21:24:15 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=603450 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=603450 I figured that 'whale vessel' was referring to a boat, but wanted to understand it better. Typically these boats were called whalers or whaling ships. They were specially designed ships for catching whales.These ships were similar to factory ships (also called fish processing vessels) that would process and freeze caught fish or whales. Wed, 26 Oct 2016 20:44:50 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=603439 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=603439 Robert has mentioned his Uncle Thomas a few times. Is this who inspired him to pursue his dreams of sailing the seas? I almost wonder if Robert is alone during his pursuits partly because his family may have disapproved of them. Maybe that is why Robert seems so inflicted and alone? I think something may have happened between him and his family. This might be why Robert is so determined in reaching out to his sister. That is just my guess. Wed, 26 Oct 2016 20:25:05 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=603438 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=603438 Ardent means to be enthusiastic or passionate. In this sentence what Robert means is how he gets caught up in his 'passionate' emotions too easily during hard times. Wed, 26 Oct 2016 20:17:57 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=603437 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=603437 For a character to classify as a Byronic hero, do they actually have to WANT to be alone on top of being alone? Wed, 26 Oct 2016 20:46:49 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=603417 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=603417 Robert clarifies that he longs for a friend in his writing to Margaret. He doesn't want to feel alone while he is on his adventurous endeavors. He mentions wanting to share the joy of his successes with others, but instead there is no one around him to do so with. This serves as a Byronic trait in my opinion. Byronic heroes are known to journey alone on their quests, physically and internally, just as Robert is portraying. Robert's lonely travels and inner insecurities make him a Byronic hero, despite his longing to not be alone. Wed, 26 Oct 2016 20:01:13 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=602768 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=602768 Maybe he is saying that his education was neglected due to his many voyages, or maybe he is implying that someone did not approve of his dream. That is one of my thoughts. Wed, 26 Oct 2016 01:20:59 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=602766 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=602766 Is he referring to the study of the seas and his dreamt expeditions, or is he referring to his full rounded education in this sentence? Wed, 26 Oct 2016 01:20:34 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=602764 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=602764 In this sentence, Robert Walton expresses how he desperately wants to accomplish a great purpose. This is what Walton is mentally and emotionally seeking. Wed, 26 Oct 2016 01:12:24 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=602760 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=602760 Robert Walton's quest is an underlying attempt for self redemption and to improve himself. He does feel sad because of his ignorance however. This quest can also be looked at as an educational pursuit for knowledge. He is thrilled with excitement to start this journey, but he also knows that he may not succeed. Robert Walton is a very optimistic man who seeks the thrill of adventure. Being so optimistic, may be his downfall, as it makes him susceptible to vulnerability. In a way it shows that he is naive. Wed, 26 Oct 2016 01:07:43 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=602741 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=602741 We find out at the end of the letter that Robert Walton is Margaret's brother. He is a man trying to chase his pursuits across the seas, in hopes to save himself from a forbidding yet inevitable unhappiness. In order to 'free' himself, he goes on many different journeys. He hopes that along the way he will be able to make a known name for himself among the world. Wed, 26 Oct 2016 00:55:55 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=602734 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=602734 After reading this paragraph, it is clear to me that the writer lives for adventure and wherever it takes him. He enjoys learning new things and studying intensely in certain subjects. This infers how he desperately wants to be looked up to, and be a known cornerstone in the artistry of creation and discovery. I think he would like to be remembered for his stellar accomplishments and be recognized as 'one of the greats'. Wed, 26 Oct 2016 00:42:09 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=602733 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=602733 This rant seems a little pointless as if it does not have any objective. I wonder how it ties to the rest of his letter? He does say that they are his 'agitations' I guess, but I find it a bit unnecessary. Wed, 26 Oct 2016 00:27:45 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=602730 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=602730 Why does the writer rant at the end of the paragraph? Wed, 26 Oct 2016 00:43:40 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=602713 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=602713 Obviously this word spans from its root, eccentric. Eccentric though, means for a person to have characteristics and behaviors of being unconventional and even strange.The writer is referring to the strange oddities of the universe, as he also refers to 'celestial observations'. Wed, 26 Oct 2016 00:18:49 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=602707 https://nowcomment.com/documents/62808?scroll_to=602707 Fervent, which I was not absolutely clear on its definition, means to display or have intense passion. The writer of the letter says that his daydreams have become more passionate and intense, supposedly due to the unforgiving weather he has been experiencing. Wed, 26 Oct 2016 00:32:07 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/61935?scroll_to=587996 https://nowcomment.com/documents/61935?scroll_to=587996 Thu, 06 Oct 2016 21:44:07 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/61935?scroll_to=587994 https://nowcomment.com/documents/61935?scroll_to=587994 Thu, 06 Oct 2016 21:42:06 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/61935?scroll_to=587993 https://nowcomment.com/documents/61935?scroll_to=587993 Thu, 06 Oct 2016 21:39:33 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/61935?scroll_to=587992 https://nowcomment.com/documents/61935?scroll_to=587992 Thu, 06 Oct 2016 21:40:48 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/61935?scroll_to=587990 https://nowcomment.com/documents/61935?scroll_to=587990 Thu, 06 Oct 2016 21:30:26 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/61935?scroll_to=587989 https://nowcomment.com/documents/61935?scroll_to=587989 Thu, 06 Oct 2016 21:28:32 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/60379?scroll_to=574460 https://nowcomment.com/documents/60379?scroll_to=574460 Wed, 14 Sep 2016 18:12:05 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/60379?scroll_to=574457 https://nowcomment.com/documents/60379?scroll_to=574457 Wed, 14 Sep 2016 18:04:44 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/60379?scroll_to=574425 https://nowcomment.com/documents/60379?scroll_to=574425 Wed, 14 Sep 2016 17:59:29 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/60379?scroll_to=574212 https://nowcomment.com/documents/60379?scroll_to=574212 Sat, 17 Sep 2016 09:58:37 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/60379?scroll_to=574211 https://nowcomment.com/documents/60379?scroll_to=574211 Wed, 14 Sep 2016 20:14:24 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/60379?scroll_to=574182 https://nowcomment.com/documents/60379?scroll_to=574182 Sat, 17 Sep 2016 09:53:02 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/60379?scroll_to=574181 https://nowcomment.com/documents/60379?scroll_to=574181 Wed, 14 Sep 2016 17:41:49 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/60379?scroll_to=574180 https://nowcomment.com/documents/60379?scroll_to=574180 Wed, 14 Sep 2016 17:48:44 +0200 https://nowcomment.com/documents/57214?scroll_to=551038 https://nowcomment.com/documents/57214?scroll_to=551038 An example of plagiarism is mosaic plagiarism. It is said to be a type of plagiarism most common among students, due to taking bits and pieces of ideas in writing of other authors without acknowledging to give credit to them. Why people might do this in many cases, is that they might not know how to cite the randomly sparse material in their work that is from another author, or they just want to get by a teacher without getting caught. Usually the second option is not the case when students replace only certain words with synonyms, "making it their own". Also, many students might not understand that even if you paraphrase an idea of someone else’s into your own words, that you still have to give credit to that person. To avoid some of these faults you can make sure that whenever you are doing a research paper, essay assignment, etcetera, is to keep paper with you to write down quotes with the info off to the side to ensure you don't plagiarize when you are looking at multiple sources. You should do this because when you are looking at multiple sources at once, it will make it very difficult to remember and trace everything back to give make correct citations. You can use the direct quotes from your research and cite them if you like, or you can paraphrase, as long as you still give credit to the author who originally had that idea. When you paraphrase though, if you use more than two words from the direct source, treat it like a quote. You have to do this to ensure that you aren't plagiarizing a paraphrase that wasn't your own words. Stick to these guidelines, and you shouldn’t have to worry about plagiarizing when doing English assignments. Sat, 27 Aug 2016 20:17:01 +0200