... as medieval times, when humans sought, perhaps more ardently, their true distinction in a world of chaotic wars and treachery. Jean Anouilh's Becket, which transpires in 12th century England, a completely disparate setting from modern American society, attests to the universality of humankind's search for honor and self. Becket, once an unfulfilled man, conclusively achieves true self-realization once he is appointed Archbishop " ... yet loses everything he once cherished "including his life in the process. Since Becket cannot fulfill his void of self-purpose while serving the King, he ye...

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... also states that an idea is the author's means of presenting a point which may change the way his reader views life and lives it (67). Sometimes the idea may be clearly stated. More often, the idea is implied or suggested through other elements. In fact, one can determine the idea by looking closely at other literary elements involved, such as characterization, setting, events, point of view, ... from his coat. These recurring images of flowers symbolize Paul's frailty. The red carnation seems to be the only brightness in his dreary Cordelia Street life. Meanwhile, the "violets and jonqu...

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• Grade Level: High School