Essays on Culture

In this 21St Century The use of technology has become a central part of the lives of almost all individuals. Particularly, the use of social media is step by step changing the way people communicate, interact and additionally the ability to have strong interpersonal bonds.The Effect of Social Media on Relationships Biologically,...

Kathak is an ancient dance form from northern India. Its origin is traced back to the traveling bards of ancient northern India, called Kathakars. Their dance forms were based on epic poetry, and their music was highly regarded in the region. Today, the dance form continues to evolve.Dance form of...

Pongal Festival: A Celebration of Harvest Pongal is a multi-day Hindu harvest festival celebrated by Tamils in Sri Lanka and India. It falls in the month Tai of the Tamil solar calendar. The festival typically occurs around January 14 each year. In the western hemisphere, it is known as Thai Pongal....

In Northern India, Lohri is a popular winter Punjabi folk festival With many myths associated with it, the festival is believed to mark the passing of the winter solstice. Here are some legends related to the festival. The Punjab region is the site of the festival, so the festivities are usually...

In this article, we will look at some of the unique characteristics of the African masquerades. First of all, masks are earthly manifestations of spirits. These masks serve two purposes: to communicate religious meaning and to define social roles. They are also highly colourful, as you will notice. And, they are...

Cinco de Mayo is a holiday that honors the victory of Mexico's army over Napoleon III's French forces in the Battle of Puebla in 1862. In addition to celebrating the victory of the Mexican army, this holiday also honors the adoption of Mexican culture by the American community. It is...

1. John McWhorter, a well know linguist, disagrees with most anthropologists regarding the link between language and culture loss. He argues that the loss of a language does NOT equate with the loss of a culture. He presents his views in: http://www.worldaffairsjournal.org/article/cosmopolitan-tongue-universality-english What arguments does he put forward in support of his...

The Black Walnut Tree: An Important Commercial Crop The black walnut tree is an important and valuable commercial crop in North America. Native to Eastern United States, it thrives in riparian areas and also holds a special place in the culture of the Apache people. The raw nuts of the black...

Diwali is a major festival celebrated by Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and Sikhs. This festival celebrates the earth's renewal. Generally, it lasts for five days, during the Hindu lunisolar month Kartika. For more information about Diwali, read on. This article provides a basic overview of the festival. Learn about the history...

Obasan by Joy Kogawa Obasan by Japanese-Canadian author Joy Kogawa was first published in 1981 by Lester and Orpen Dennys. It recounts the internment and persecution of Japanese Canadians during the Second World War. In 2005, it was chosen as a One Book, One Vancouver selection. While it may not be...

Young people make up the majority of those living in poverty. According to the United States Department of Labor, one out of every four children lives in poverty. More than 17% of school-age children are poor, and they seem to carry their poverty issues to schools and classrooms. Students who...

In Western society, the national movement for women's liberation In Western society, the national movement for women's liberation emerges in the second half of the nineteenth century, when women first manifest as autonomous organized political power. The term feminism, which means "women's liberation," was first used in political debates (Hannam, 2007). Equitable...