In a Tortoiseshell: A seminal work of English literature, Geoffrey Chaucer’s “The Canterbury Tales” are difficult to decipher, but in this excerpt, the author demonstrates an excellent use of his evidence in making Chaucer’s general prologue accessible to the modern reader. Continue reading
In a Tortoiseshell: In this piece, the author considers Catholic fashion blogs and their dialogue with mainstream fashion. Evidence and analysis are seamlessly integrated into a cohesive argument. Kalvaria’s use of “signposting,” that is, the framing of evidence within an analytical framework, helps propel the paper to a strong argument. Continue reading
In a Tortoiseshell: In this excerpt, the author tackles the subject of the constructed language of Láadan, a feminist language created by Suzette Haden Elgin in 1982. Rafey possesses an exemplary use of evidence and analysis as she explains, breaks down and comments upon the difficult and esoteric language. Continue reading
In a Tortoiseshell: In this excerpt, the author engages with a particularly risqué scene from “One Thousand and One Nights,” demonstrating a strong use of evidence and analysis. Newberger quotes a long scene, then sifts through it, step-by-step, which paves the way forward to support his unique argument. Continue reading
