Halo: Fall of Reach, Eric Nylund
In the novel Halo: Fall of Reach, the mentor to the protagonist is Dr. Halsey. She is the mother of Jorge, who is John's good friend. Also, she is a military doctor, and researcher. She isn't a medical doctor, but rather, she does research and development for the military, designs weapons, armor, and vehicles, and runs the Spartan II Program. She teaches John many things, training him to be physically capable for combat.
She provides him with weapons, and emotional support, as well promoting him to squad leader, showing how much she trusts in him.
So, for John, Dr. Halsey is a great mentor who guides him and teaches him to prepare for his future.
Friday, May 27, 2011
Blog Post #8 - Call to Adventure
Halo: Fall of Reach, Eric Nylund
In the novel Halo: Fall of Reach, John faces his call to adventure immediately. At the age of
five, he is recruited into the UNSC's Spartan II Program. This is an interesting call to adventure,
because he can't really refuse it. At the age of five, John most likely was worried to leave his family
and become a member of the army. It would probably be a frightening, scary, and troubling time for
him. Although, John was a "tough" kid. He was known as a troublemaker and was very strong and
determined. This probably helped him in accepting the call to adventure, because he was a very good
candidate for the job, and he was up to the task.
I predict, that as the story progresses, John will be a great soldier, and he will become a great leader.
At the age of five, John's accepting of the call to adventure will prove to be a good decision.
In the novel Halo: Fall of Reach, John faces his call to adventure immediately. At the age of
five, he is recruited into the UNSC's Spartan II Program. This is an interesting call to adventure,
because he can't really refuse it. At the age of five, John most likely was worried to leave his family
and become a member of the army. It would probably be a frightening, scary, and troubling time for
him. Although, John was a "tough" kid. He was known as a troublemaker and was very strong and
determined. This probably helped him in accepting the call to adventure, because he was a very good
candidate for the job, and he was up to the task.
I predict, that as the story progresses, John will be a great soldier, and he will become a great leader.
At the age of five, John's accepting of the call to adventure will prove to be a good decision.
Friday, May 20, 2011
Blog Post #7 - Ordinary World
Halo: Fall of Reach, Eric Nylund
coolchaser.com
In the novel I'm currently reading, Halo: The Fall of Reach, by Eric Nylund, the main
character is John. In John's ordinary world, he is always under pressure. He is the squad
leader, which means he must always know what to do, forcing him to be the hero. In his
ordinary world, he is always working hard. Since he lives at the military training camp, he
must undergo difficult tests, routines, workouts, and practices every day, so he can prepare
for real battle. Despite this, I think he feels comfortable here, where he has friends in his
squad mates, and he is safe from danger.
bowiestate.edu
A picture of soldiers trying to complete a difficult task during training.
This represents John's ordinary world.
coolchaser.comIn the novel I'm currently reading, Halo: The Fall of Reach, by Eric Nylund, the main
character is John. In John's ordinary world, he is always under pressure. He is the squad
leader, which means he must always know what to do, forcing him to be the hero. In his
ordinary world, he is always working hard. Since he lives at the military training camp, he
must undergo difficult tests, routines, workouts, and practices every day, so he can prepare
for real battle. Despite this, I think he feels comfortable here, where he has friends in his
squad mates, and he is safe from danger.
bowiestate.eduA picture of soldiers trying to complete a difficult task during training.
This represents John's ordinary world.
Friday, April 29, 2011
Blog Post #6 - The Hero of My Book
Lord of the Flies by William Golding
The hero in this story is most definitely Ralph. After he arrives at the village, he immediately gives his opinions and his advice to help the boys escape the island. He is always helping out, showing caring, perseverance, and determination. He helps hunt pigs, lights the fires, and gets the other boys through their time on the island.
Ralph exhibits caring, courage, bravery, perseverance, determination. All key character traits of a hero.
"I suppose," said Ralph. "if we keep on by the sea this way, we'll come out below the burnt bit and then we can climb the mountain." Lord of the Flies, Page 116
This quote shows that Ralph has leadership, and he is guiding the boys to safety and prosperity.
The hero in this story is most definitely Ralph. After he arrives at the village, he immediately gives his opinions and his advice to help the boys escape the island. He is always helping out, showing caring, perseverance, and determination. He helps hunt pigs, lights the fires, and gets the other boys through their time on the island.
Ralph exhibits caring, courage, bravery, perseverance, determination. All key character traits of a hero.
"I suppose," said Ralph. "if we keep on by the sea this way, we'll come out below the burnt bit and then we can climb the mountain." Lord of the Flies, Page 116
This quote shows that Ralph has leadership, and he is guiding the boys to safety and prosperity.
rgsmedicalinsight.com
This symbolizes the archetypal hero.
Monday, April 18, 2011
Character Archetypes
CHARACTER ARCHETYPES
Lord of the Flies, William Golding
Jack Merridew, lordoftheflies.org
In the book "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding, Jack Merridew may
be the shapeshifter. He is already familiar with the island, and has been living there a long time with the other boys. He welcomes Ralph and Piggy to their village and is
accepting of them. But, I somehow feel that he isn't telling them something, and that he
may turn on them later in the story. The arhcetypal character of the "shapeshifter" could very well fit Jack Merridew's personallity. It is described as someone who begins as a friend of the hero or a protagonist, but then later becomes a friend of the shadow or an antagonist.
"Serve you if something did get you, you useless lot of cry-babies!"
Jack Merridew, Pg. 83, Lord of the Flies
This quote tells me that Jack has alot of anger and rudeness in his personality. This makes me feel that he isn't enjoying the company of Ralph or Piggy, and that he may turn against them for his own benefit. He may become the main antagonist, in my opinion.
"Serve you if something did get you, you useless lot of cry-babies!"
Jack Merridew, Pg. 83, Lord of the Flies
This quote tells me that Jack has alot of anger and rudeness in his personality. This makes me feel that he isn't enjoying the company of Ralph or Piggy, and that he may turn against them for his own benefit. He may become the main antagonist, in my opinion.
Friday, March 25, 2011
Blog Post #4 - Main Character
No Man's Land, Kevin Major.MY MAIN CHARACTER
Sergeant Hayward
"Here's to you all. There when it counts. Determined to do ourselves proud."
Kevin Major, No Man's Land, Page 139
The main protagonist in my story is Sergeant Hayward. The quote above, spoken by Hayward, is a very good idea of his personality traits. At that part of the story, the entirety of Company A is in the mess hall, and Hayward is trying to raise spirits before the battle. He is encouraging his men, and this shows how great of a leader his is to the regiment.
As the story continues, I think that Hayward will continue to be a leader, and a key
character in the story as they head into battle. I also believe he will finally be able to express his love for Marie-Louise.
Video
Here is a video that I feel relates to Sergeant Hayward. It is a clip from the video game
Call of Duty 3 and despite being based in World War Two, it shows "Guzzo" speaking to his troops and being a leader. This is just like Hayward, because he is very straight forward.
Video
Here is a video that I feel relates to Sergeant Hayward. It is a clip from the video game
Call of Duty 3 and despite being based in World War Two, it shows "Guzzo" speaking to his troops and being a leader. This is just like Hayward, because he is very straight forward.
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Blog Post #3
"At this point Hayward was called in to play goal, and to Clarke's relief he made some admirable stops."
Kevin Major, No Man's Land 113
This phrase reminds me of playing soccer in the summer. The entire company is having a soccer game just for fun, and they are enjoying theirselves even during the war. I play travel soccer summer all summer long and this reminded me of the fun and competitiveness of the sport. Also, Hayward was called in to play goalie, which I play for my team. I also like to believe that I make admirable stops as well.
Kevin Major, No Man's Land 113
This phrase reminds me of playing soccer in the summer. The entire company is having a soccer game just for fun, and they are enjoying theirselves even during the war. I play travel soccer summer all summer long and this reminded me of the fun and competitiveness of the sport. Also, Hayward was called in to play goalie, which I play for my team. I also like to believe that I make admirable stops as well.
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Blog Entry #2
librarything.com
I am currently reading No Man's Land by Kevin Major
In this story, Allan Hayward has been deployed into France to fight in World War I. He is with Regiment A, which consists of men that are all from Newfoundland. The regiment is preparing for the Great Push, an atticipated battle that could end the war. Despite the dramatic battle that is soon going to happen, Hayward has fallen in love with Marie-Louise, a french woman in a nearby village. He has vowed to protect her, but can he protect himself?
So far, this story is an okay read. There haven't been any intense moments, but I think that there has been some foreshadowing of climactic parts to come in the future. The plot is becoming clearer, and the characters are starting to have their own unique personalities. It hasn't been the greatest book so far, but I expect that as the story progresses, there will be more excitement and climactic moments.
Thursday, February 17, 2011
"The worth of a book is to be measured by what you can carry away from it." ~James Bryce
http://www.quotegarden.com/books.html
I feel that this quote is really reflective of what I think reading is about.
In my opinion, it means that while reading a book, it's value is determined by what you
can learn from reading book. For example, by reading the story of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, you learn about romance, jealousy, and some humor.
Reading books can give you a lot of new knowledge, and that determines the worth of a book. Also, for those who simply read for fun, they gain entertainment from reading. This is another reward of reading. Sometimes, the things that people read in books can change their state of mind, change their opinions, and even influence them to things, just because of what the book has told them.
This proves the true power of reading books, and how important it is. Therefore, the true worth of a book is determined by what you can carry away from it.
James Bryce, 1838 - 1922
In my opinion, it means that while reading a book, it's value is determined by what you
can learn from reading book. For example, by reading the story of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, you learn about romance, jealousy, and some humor.
Reading books can give you a lot of new knowledge, and that determines the worth of a book. Also, for those who simply read for fun, they gain entertainment from reading. This is another reward of reading. Sometimes, the things that people read in books can change their state of mind, change their opinions, and even influence them to things, just because of what the book has told them.
This proves the true power of reading books, and how important it is. Therefore, the true worth of a book is determined by what you can carry away from it.
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