Wednesday, October 14, 2015

Blog Post #3


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I Want a Wife, by Judy Brady was written with the purpose of divulging, in abundance, what the roles of a wife and mother are, compared to the husbands contribution - or lack of.  She stresses the theme that a wife and mother's duties are unending and taken for granted.  Brady uses "I want a wife" multiple times, in almost every paragraph, pounding home the presumptiveness of a house wife's job description.

Men - It's Their Nature  by Christina Sommers  makes the point, based on scientific studies and research, that society cannot change male / boy characteristics.  And that the attempt to use "gender reformers" to "free boys from male stereotypes" is against nature. The author presents a personal experience with her own son, that backs her opinion.  Sommer agrees that society should continue to use the "proven"... "traditional approach" through "character education" that creates well rounded, "conscientious" young adult males. (Sommers, page 367, paragraph 13)

I've decided to write my analysis essay on I Want a Wife because it really struck a chord with me.  I've observed my own mother during this generation, circa 1970's, and I have my own experiences as a stay at home wife and mom. I'm now, also, observing and conversing with my daughters and their relationship dynamics.  I'm curious about Brady's choice to use sarcasm and anger to get her point across.  It's very interesting!

I've commented on:
Palonia's blog
and
Salal's blog

5 comments:

  1. Very good blog! You explain thigs well. Nice work.

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  2. Great post! I like that you noted Brady's repetitive us of "I want a wife" to further the ideas in her article. I think your reasons for why you're choosing Brady's article are interesting as well. I hope you learn something new from your analysis!

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  3. Wow! outstanding job. The way you write has a certain special glimmer to it. Keep writing, I would love to see your future work.

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  4. Spot on with your summaries. Although a summary is in your own words, I think with your second overview of the second article, doing so by using paraphrasing, makes it as strong. I am interested in your interpretation of her sarcasm, so I look forward to reading your essay and seeing your view point!

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  5. You did a good job on on your summaries, I thought they got the points of the two articles across rather well. I also think your reasons for choosing Brady's piece are pretty intriguing.

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