Anne Lessing
Anne Lessing is a college student and dedicated writer and gamer. She plans to pursue a Creative Writing degree in college and become a world-famous novelist.
Some of her favorite things include new notebooks, classic literature, music, fanfiction, pirates, and video games.
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Some of her favorite things include new notebooks, classic literature, music, fanfiction, pirates, and video games.
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Haiku: White on RedA haiku about violent crime and falling snow.
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Federalism and the United StatesAn overview of what federalism is, with an analysis of how the government of the USA employs it. -
Haiku: Slick PavementA haiku about rainstorms and doubt.
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Who Would Play the Main Characters in a Movie Version of Macbeth?My opinions on the actors and actresses who would make a great Macbeth, Lady Macbeth, King Duncan, Banquo, and Macduff.
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Frederick Douglass's MissionAn overview of how Frederick Douglass advanced his ideas on emancipation through his writing, using The Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass and The Meaning of July Fourth for a Negro as examples. -
Alice in Wonderland 2010 ReviewAlice in Wonderland, the latest offering from director Tim Burton, is a rollicking adventure story that entertains but doesn't dazzle.
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How the Prohibition Changed AmericaDid the Prohibition change America for better or for worse? There is no clear answer, but it is irrefutable that the Prohibition was a massive failure. -
The Hero Cycle in Treasure IslandHow is the Hero Cycle evident in Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island? An overview of the four main steps in the Hero Cycle and what events in the book relate to them. -
My First NaNoWriMoAn essay about my first experience with NaNoWriMo, the crazy November writing challenge--my follies, my victories, and the lessons I learned. This was my application essay to two colleges (and got me accepted to both).
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A Short History of the ColosseumA short essay detailing the history of the Colosseum, one of the most famous landmarks in the world. Were Christians really fed to the lions? What were the hypogeum and sylvae? Read to find out.
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Beowulf as Epic HeroHow does Beowulf, the protagonist of the famed Anglo-Saxon epic poem, exemplify the qualities of a classic epic hero? I outline the reasons here. -
The Follies of Power: Who is More Corrupt in Macbeth?Who exhibits more moral corruption in Macbeth--Macbeth himself, or his wife? I say Macbeth. Read to find out why. -
Evelyn: How Failure Taught Me How to WriteA humorous essay about my first attempt at writing fiction, the subpar results, and my quest for redemption.
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DefianceA Call of Duty: World at War-themed haiku. Inspired by the first campaign level, "Semper Fi."
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VelariumA haiku in response to the trigger "the ancients."
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Burnt ToastA zombie-themed haiku in response to the trigger "burnt toast."
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Night SwimA haiku in response to the trigger "night swim."
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Jay Gatsby as Foolish DreamerWhy is Jay Gatsby considered one of literature's great foolish dreamers?
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The Call to ArmsWhat is Silent Spring, and why is it so important? Read to find out.
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Review of Q10 Writing SoftwareLooking for a basic, free text editor? Look no further. Q10 writing software, while Windows-only, is perfect for distraction-prone writers.
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Review of Zombie Haiku, by Ryan MecumZombies and haiku? A match made in heaven. If you love poetry, humor, and the undead, read this review of Zombie Haiku.
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Review of Call of Duty: World at WarA thorough review of Treyarch's Call of Duty: World at War, the first person shooter released in 2008. Emphasis on Nazi Zombies.
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How to Get the "Throw a Six and a Half" Trophy/achievementA clear, concise guide on how to get the "Throw a Six and a Half" trophy/achievement on Call of Duty: World at War.