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Post by johnharrison on Jun 5, 2013 15:15:55 GMT
Literary canon “Iron man” has become a big literary canon in today’s society; there have been a lot of different copies of comic books and cartoons. Recently several big hit movies have come out as result of the “iron man” comics and cartoons.it is an on going series, people want more of it. The comic books and movies are a pretty big tradition because they are full of action and adventure witch is a very popular category. It represents how one person can make a difference in situations, it catches people’s attention and that is what the public wants, it grabs them and holds there attention. What I consider to be my literary canon would be action, adventure, and comedy genres. For example hank the cow dog, big red, and most of the Anthony Horowitz books. They are all full of action and they hold my attention, they keep me pulled in and interested. They have helped me to enjoy what little reading I do accomplish and I can actually know what I am reading and understand it. Response: the Iron Man sires exploded after the movies were made. Because Tony Stark is a regular guy with no real super powers except his suit people can relate to him and the series is vary comical and light hearted it makes people that read the comics and watch the movie feel good that’s what people like about it. Over all I think you id a very good job writing this. John Harrison
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Post by john harrison on Jun 5, 2013 17:22:34 GMT
The books that the Duck Commander guys are writing are very popular and have become a part of the literary cannon in this country. The Duck Dynasty show, which they star in, has absolutely blown up in popularity also. Phil Robertson is the man that started the Duck Commander Company and he has come out with a biography that tells the whole story behind it. After people watch the show on TV they are drawn to learn more about the business and the family that is involved in it. Part of the reason people are so interested in the Robertson family is because they still have a very tight Christian family and that is not common at all these days. Maybe some people grew up in a family like that and reading Phil’s bio brings back those memories or it might just be interesting to some people that have never met a family as close as the Robertson’s.
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Post by johnharrison on Jun 5, 2013 19:04:13 GMT
Literary Cannon In the United States, the population has grown a big interest towards fictional books. Survival and adventurous books have gained a lot of popularity among the population of the United States. “The Hunger Games” have become one of the Literary Canons in the United States, and caught the populations interest because people can relate to the main character that lives in poverty and was forced in a situation because of the current government that was in charge. The book also became a literary cannon because of the small town girl was selected to stand up for herself and show survival skills with lots of eventful action that keeps the reader on the edge of their seats. This reflects to the cultural traditions of the United States because of the poverty, and the government taking control of the people, leaving the people to struggle and survive on their own. These images closely reflect to the culture of today because many people can relate to this, and can share many of the same emotions the main character experiences. I consider that “Diesel power magazine” and “Dirt Wheels” are currently my personal literary canon. These are popular magazines about diesel trucks and All-Terrain Vehicles (ATV) that has a lot of technical information, and great reviews on diesel trucks and ATV. I believe these are my personal literary cannon because these are my current personal interest, and hobbies. Response : Good job well developed topic and grate transition from popular canon to your personal reading material
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Post by wilder0329 on Jun 9, 2013 2:41:25 GMT
Literary Canon The United States has a huge selection of fictional novels that are popular among today’s society. Some are old and some are brand new. One of the literary canons of today’s generation would have to be Harry Potter. These books have sold millions of copies and have been made into multi-billion dollar movies. Its popularity comes from the well written story that follows a young wizard kid through his adulthood as he fights against an evil force. The story has an intriguing plot that keeps readers interested. Harry Potter’s story reflects on the United States views of magic and wizardry. It also tries to relate to the teenage generation going through school. The story of Harry Potter has become very popular and will probably remain so for a long time. One of my pieces in my literary canon is The Hunger Games. The story is well written and the plot holds on to your attention. The story of the young girls fight to survive is very intriguing. Every aspect of the book is detailed and makes you feel as though you are living the story making it one of my favorites. I agree to what you said. i think that the wizard and witchcraft stuff appeals to all types of people. One reason for this is that it is how people view the stories that are written. For instance all the battles that the harry potter has to do might be like the battles that the average person has to face in the real world. i think it appeals to most people in that he has problems just like everyday people. Thats a key thing to do in a literary cannon of the modern society make the story or characters in the story interersting and relatable.
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Post by wilder0329 on Jun 9, 2013 2:48:10 GMT
What I consider to be a current literature canon in the United States is “No Easy Day”. This book is about the first-hand account of the mission that killed Osama Bin Laden. The author, Mark Owen, writes about his account of what took place that night at the compound that held the terrorist leader. The reason it is a current literary canon in the U.S. is because we, as Americans, want to know how the person that plotted and carried out the attack on the Twin Towers died. The book reflects on our culture by telling the world what the men and women, in the armed services, sacrifice and the risk they take to get the job done. The U.S. was built on patriotism and that’s what this book reflects. What I consider to be part of my literary canon are books that tell a story about the troubles or a part of life the author went through. It also includes books that are a history lesson about the U.S. The battles, wars, troubles, and success we have been through. I believe that would be a good literary cannon because many people see that as inspiring and as history. Also as you said we as Americans are nosey as hell. i believe that the many people that read this book will take the views of supporting the armed forces differently. they will learn to see the risk and sacrifices that these men and women take. i believe also that this will open peoples eyes about maybe wanting to help out and support them more.
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Post by wilder0329 on Jun 9, 2013 2:52:16 GMT
There are many different types of literary canons in the United States. A lot of influences come from movies and media that are being released at the time. Right now the Iron Man series and other Marvel Comic related movies are being made. Graphic novels consisting of these characters have really become more popular over the past couple years because of all the movie remakes.
Culturally these graphic novels would appeal more to kids and young adults that are living in or around a large city where they would be exposed to more media displaying the characters involved. This in turn causes a literary canon around given area because there are more people exposed to the literature. When movies are made based on a book, or books are written based on a movie, it causes that genre of literature to become more popular because the population of people only reached by movies will be introduced that form of literature.
The main types of literature that I find myself reading consist of mostly magazines or internet articles involving cars, motorcycles, racing, mechanics, health and fitness, and outdoor activities. I feel that these topics are part of my literary canon because they are the subjects that have something to do with my everyday life and the things that I am interested in. I will totally agree with you in that, what literary cannon you are involved with depends on what era you grow up in, where you grow up at ,etc. But ne thing remains the same no matter where you are or what era it is or was, what you are interested in still has the main factor in choosing what literary cannon you would be most interested in.
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Post by wilder0329 on Jun 9, 2013 2:57:01 GMT
Literary canon “Iron man” has become a big literary canon in today’s society; there have been a lot of different copies of comic books and cartoons. Recently several big hit movies have come out as result of the “iron man” comics and cartoons.it is an on going series, people want more of it. The comic books and movies are a pretty big tradition because they are full of action and adventure witch is a very popular category. It represents how one person can make a difference in situations, it catches people’s attention and that is what the public wants, it grabs them and holds there attention. What I consider to be my literary canon would be action, adventure, and comedy genres. For example hank the cow dog, big red, and most of the Anthony Horowitz books. They are all full of action and they hold my attention, they keep me pulled in and interested. They have helped me to enjoy what little reading I do accomplish and I can actually know what I am reading and understand it. Many people would consider Iron Man to be a literary cannon. One because who want have suit to fly around in. Thats like a little kids dream when they are little. Another reason its a good literary cannon is because its futuristic. People seem to like stuff from the future. It gives them something to look forward to. i mean and its kinda cool to do the same things that iron man would do.
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Post by wilder0329 on Jun 10, 2013 2:26:48 GMT
The books that the Duck Commander guys are writing are very popular and have become a part of the literary cannon in this country. The Duck Dynasty show, which they star in, has absolutely blown up in popularity also. Phil Robertson is the man that started the Duck Commander Company and he has come out with a biography that tells the whole story behind it. After people watch the show on TV they are drawn to learn more about the business and the family that is involved in it. Part of the reason people are so interested in the Robertson family is because they still have a very tight Christian family and that is not common at all these days. Maybe some people grew up in a family like that and reading Phil’s bio brings back those memories or it might just be interesting to some people that have never met a family as close as the Robertson’s. Personally I read some books, but I read magazines most of the time. I find that magazines are more informative on the things that I am in to and that interest me. When I do read books they are biographies or just true stories about real life. I think that the show duck commanders is a good show that catches peoples attention for several reasons. I think that this show gives people who are not custom with how they do things something to laugh at. I also think that people who are custom with them ways see that show as something they can relate to really good. it also shows thyat money an d being famous doesnt change your family morals or how you act.
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Post by wilder0329 on Jun 10, 2013 2:30:24 GMT
Literary Cannon In the United States, the population has grown a big interest towards fictional books. Survival and adventurous books have gained a lot of popularity among the population of the United States. “The Hunger Games” have become one of the Literary Canons in the United States, and caught the populations interest because people can relate to the main character that lives in poverty and was forced in a situation because of the current government that was in charge. The book also became a literary cannon because of the small town girl was selected to stand up for herself and show survival skills with lots of eventful action that keeps the reader on the edge of their seats. This reflects to the cultural traditions of the United States because of the poverty, and the government taking control of the people, leaving the people to struggle and survive on their own. These images closely reflect to the culture of today because many people can relate to this, and can share many of the same emotions the main character experiences. I consider that “Diesel power magazine” and “Dirt Wheels” are currently my personal literary canon. These are popular magazines about diesel trucks and All-Terrain Vehicles (ATV) that has a lot of technical information, and great reviews on diesel trucks and ATV. I believe these are my personal literary cannon because these are my current personal interest, and hobbies. I think thats true. People like to see action or survival. People of todays world like too see stuff that could really happen. The hunger games is somewhat realistic and thats what people like to see. And stuff that keeps people on edge the whole times boost it chances to be a literary cannon in the United States.
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Post by wilder0329 on Jun 10, 2013 2:33:01 GMT
A literary canon could be one of many things. Marvel comic books have been a long time literary canon in the U.S. These comics include “The Green Lantern”, “Wolverine”, and “Captain America.” These selections, among others, have remained popular to people because of the story. The thought of a dramatic change into something as significant as a super hero is a dream In many American hearts. Americans constantly look for a hero of some sort to save them from their problems, and many comic reading people want to become these heroes. Comic books opened a whole new realm of literature, helping to shape the culture of America today. Everyone can choose their own personal literary canon. If I were to choose my personal canon it would be fiction and adventure novels. James Patterson is the king of this canon in my opinion. Patterson’s books include many nerve racking, edgy novels. Some of my favorite James Patterson books are the Alex Cross series. I like these books because they keep the mystery of what could happen next throughout the entire work. I think the comics now days are being big because of movies mad after them. I also think people like these so much because it brings back there past because thats stuff they read about when they was kids. when they was kids these heros helped them and if you bring that same kinda stuff to them as teenagers or even adults it can elp them in hard times with thier own problems.
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Post by wilder0329 on Jun 10, 2013 2:37:38 GMT
What literature do you consider to be part of the United States' current literary canon, and why? In the United States the book The Great Gatsby is a huge literary canon. Due to the new movie that just came out, the old story that most people read in high school has became a huge reader for all ages! The sales on the book The Great Gatsby has increased to nearly double what they were before the movie was made. How do those selections reflect the cultural tradition of the United States? The Great Gatsby was written in the roaring 20`s, known for partying and living life to the fullest. Since the movie has came out there has been more people living up life. The book can be reflected by the richer group of people in the United States. On account that is who the c characters in the book were. What do you consider to be part of your personal literary canon? I consider anything in relationship with rough life and western life to be part of my literary canon. I am a fan of the Little House on the Prairie books, and other novels of that that genre! I enjoy literature about people growing up in hard times and making ends meet. They always seem to hold my interest better than others. I would agree that when people see something in a popular movie it kinda starts a trend. Like you said people start living life to the fullest once this movie came out. People in this country just want the newset coolest thing out. If living life like millionaires then thats what they are gonna try to do. Then once the next big thing comes out they will forget about that one and jump on the new bandwagon.
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Post by Adam Jones on Jun 10, 2013 12:30:27 GMT
What I consider to be a current literature canon in the United States is “No Easy Day”. This book is about the first-hand account of the mission that killed Osama Bin Laden. The author, Mark Owen, writes about his account of what took place that night at the compound that held the terrorist leader. The reason it is a current literary canon in the U.S. is because we, as Americans, want to know how the person that plotted and carried out the attack on the Twin Towers died. The book reflects on our culture by telling the world what the men and women, in the armed services, sacrifice and the risk they take to get the job done. The U.S. was built on patriotism and that’s what this book reflects. What I consider to be part of my literary canon are books that tell a story about the troubles or a part of life the author went through. It also includes books that are a history lesson about the U.S. The battles, wars, troubles, and success we have been through. Military literature has and always be a literary canon in the United States because we are the best and people want to read about it. The Book "No Easy Day" is popular in present day because this is one of the most recent thing that has happened to the United States. Because everything was so top secret until the book was released, even after the death of Bin Laden was announced, the book was an instant hit because of all the curiosity and stories made. So when the book was finally released everyone wanted to read it to find out the true story.
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Post by wyattcolehubbard15 on Jun 10, 2013 12:36:41 GMT
There are hundreds of books in the market today that could be considered a “literary canon”. The book, Hunger Games, is one the bestselling books to hit the market yet. This book hit the market and continued to sell at an unbelievable rate. Hunger Games quickly became the talk of the nation, as it was posted all over social medias across the nation, as a result Hunger Games quickly soared to the top of the bestsellers. This book raises points of survival and suspense, and how that too much power could ruin the nation. Points such that keep the people on edge and wondering what is going to happen. This book relates to the American culture, and how that the government could ruin the country if it become to corrupt. Such as in society today, the government already controls so many things and tries to cover up accidents. It provides the people with a vision of what the nation could be shaped into as time and corruption sweep the nation before the people even realized what hit the world. I personally enjoy the type of literary of canon as shown in the book Hunger Games. A literary canon that is full of suspense and portrays a vision of what the future could be like. Response: I liked how you chose a book and explained what tybe of literary canon it was. After reading this i can see why that book is so popular and how it relates to americans. John Harrison The Hunger Games is without a doubt a literary cannon for all ages. Not only where the novels literary cannons the movie that came shortly after was and still is one. The books where a major hit so when the movie came out every one that read the books had to see it. Also the previews to the movie grabbed attention. This alone drew more people to see the movie. The novels and movie where both made to catch your attention and hold on keeping you interested and grasped to expecting the unexpected. Wyatt Hubbard
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Post by Adam Jones on Jun 10, 2013 12:41:39 GMT
There are hundreds of books in the market today that could be considered a “literary canon”. The book, Hunger Games, is one the bestselling books to hit the market yet. This book hit the market and continued to sell at an unbelievable rate. Hunger Games quickly became the talk of the nation, as it was posted all over social medias across the nation, as a result Hunger Games quickly soared to the top of the bestsellers. This book raises points of survival and suspense, and how that too much power could ruin the nation. Points such that keep the people on edge and wondering what is going to happen. This book relates to the American culture, and how that the government could ruin the country if it become to corrupt. Such as in society today, the government already controls so many things and tries to cover up accidents. It provides the people with a vision of what the nation could be shaped into as time and corruption sweep the nation before the people even realized what hit the world. I personally enjoy the type of literary of canon as shown in the book Hunger Games. A literary canon that is full of suspense and portrays a vision of what the future could be like. I've never read or watched Hunger Games but I know that it was very popular. I never really even knew what it was about until I read this post. It really sounds like something I'd like to read or watch now though. After it got popular I started hearing about how it was getting a lot of kids into traditional archery and just archery in general. I guess the girl that starred in it was pretty good with a long bow. That made me pretty excited because I love to shoot and hunt with traditional archery equipment. Hunger Games is another literary canon that has come into light because of current movie releases. The book was popular before the movie release but only to a limited audience because it was more of a teenage girls type book. Since the movie release though it has grown in popularity throughout all kinds of audiences because people have an idea for the book after watching the movie.
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Post by wyattcolehubbard15 on Jun 10, 2013 12:53:04 GMT
The books that the Duck Commander guys are writing are very popular and have become a part of the literary cannon in this country. The Duck Dynasty show, which they star in, has absolutely blown up in popularity also. Phil Robertson is the man that started the Duck Commander Company and he has come out with a biography that tells the whole story behind it. After people watch the show on TV they are drawn to learn more about the business and the family that is involved in it. Part of the reason people are so interested in the Robertson family is because they still have a very tight Christian family and that is not common at all these days. Maybe some people grew up in a family like that and reading Phil’s bio brings back those memories or it might just be interesting to some people that have never met a family as close as the Robertson’s. The Duck Commander Tv show is one of the top rated Tv shows nationwide catching attention from all types of people. Most people latch on to this show due to the family being a tight knit and Christian family. There is nothing more then family to them and they own their own business that the dad Phil started from ground up. Now he has written a book telling more about the family to see what your not getting from the show and because of the show people are interested in the book. Wyatt Hubbard.
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