Struggling with Pride and Prejudice? Have a class discussion on Hamlet and no idea what to say? Do a bit of extra reading and get the clues you need–free and online. A bit of reading and research can increase your understanding–and your grade!
Check out the following websites for extra help:
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One of the best film blogs on the web is MovieMorlocks.com, the official blog for Turner Classic Movies. The term Morlocks refers to the subterranean creatures first introduced by H. G. Wells in his novel The Time Machine and later brought to life on the screen by the film. The site features an eclectic mix of these “morlocks;” regular writers [...]
Since it’s inception in 1995 Turner Classic Movies, or TCM for short, has carved a unique niche in cable television. TCM routinely shows classic films, forgotten gems and low budget programmers from the Golden Age of Hollywood. These are all films that are rarely, if ever shown on any other channel. TCM’s official website offers [...]
The Internet Movie Database, IMDB for short, is one of the most popular film sites on the internet. It is a handy tool for researching films and the people who make them. No database as comprehensive and as massive as IMDB is going to be perfect, but using a few simple guidelines and understanding what the [...]
Tuesday night will be very close to heaven for political junkies. Even if you don’t live and breathe Fox News or MSNBC, you may be fascinated to watch the results come in. For immediate, easy access to results from the Old Dominion, the Virginia State Board of Elections website will post results from the presidential [...]
Finally, the election is almost here. After one of the longest, most contested Presidential campaigns, either John McCain or Barack Obama will be elected the 44th President next Tuesday. If you are still undecided, check out these fun websites that will help you to understand the candidates’ positions and rate the truth (or not) of [...]