Characters Of Representations Research Articles

Gender Representation and Symbolic Meaning of Male Characters in Chinese Comic Strips from the Perspective of Cultural Studies

Gender Representation and Symbolic Meaning of Male Characters in Chinese Comic Strips from the Perspective of Cultural Studies

Therapeutic and developmental benefits of fairy tales in early childhood: A mini-review

The role of fairy tales in preschool-aged children's emotional and cognitive development is discussed. Separating good from evil makes it easier for children to cope with conflicting emotions. This encourages creative thinking and personality growth as representations of conscious and unconscious motifs in stories guide children through their thoughts. Fairy tales even provide secure, comforting, and supporting feelings though they relate to conflicts or endangerment themes, fostering positive self-image and emotional intelligence in kids. It was found that a happy ending to a fairy tale lessens tension, alleviates anxiety arising from developmental fears, and meets the need for justice among kids. Representation of negative characters in these stories contributes positively to emotional development. In Australia, research has shown that talking about fairy tales helps a child meet emotional needs, especially when told in groups with accompanying acting out. In addition, the article examines how therapeutic fairy tales can decrease fearfulness while dealing with actual life problems throughout this period. Moreover, the paper explores how fairy tales might be used as therapy to address anxiety as well as real-life conflicts during emotional development. Essential for appreciating children’s fantasies that can lead to internal conflicts because of their inability to express themselves in any other manner, it is pertinent for parents and their kids to have storytelling sessions where they can talk about anything. Lastly, fairy tales are sources of inspiration; they teach morals and values; tools necessary for mental growth, cognitive advancement, moral maturity, and creativity, making people think critically and interrogatively.

The influence of story character realism and theme on protagonists’ internal states and dialogue in children’s retells

Anthropomorphised animals are a prevalent character type in children’s books. However, stories with fantastical protagonists are associated with poorer social learning than those with human protagonists. We explored whether children’s representations of characters’ internal states and dialogue in story retells were related to story character realism (anthropomorphised animal, human), story theme (sharing, busyness), age, and vocabulary. Three- to seven-year-olds (N = 171) listened to one of four versions of an illustrated storybook that manipulated character realism and theme. Developmental trends were evident: Older children included more internal state references and dialogue in their retells than younger children. Of note, children retelling a prosocial story with human protagonists included more socio-relational language than those retelling a busy-themed story featuring humans; the same advantage was not evident for stories with animal protagonists. These findings imply that realistic protagonists may elicit more robust representations of social ideas in the minds of young children.

The Strawpeople of Russian, Eastern European, and Soviet History in English-Language TV and Film

Abstract This special issue features historical scholars of imperial Russia and the Soviet Union analyzing representations of Russian and East European characters and history in contemporary Anglophone television and films, such as The Americans, Black Widow, The Great, For All Mankind, and Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga. They identify several tropes that shore up Anglosphere conceptions of progressiveness, liberalism, feminism, and even whiteness in ways that put pressure on geopolitics today, which some have characterized as a second Cold War. Gender and sexuality are dominant themes through which difference between the West and Eastern Europe is commonly staged onscreen. Debate emerges on whether this is a return to twentieth-century thinking or a new vision of Russian and East European otherness.

Who Benefits from Your Ignorance? Visualizing Black (Super)Heroism and Refuting Respectability Politics in Victor LaValle’s Destroyer

ABSTRACT: In Victor LaValle’s 2018 collected comic book Destroyer , the limits of respectability politics and the goals of representation for Black characters are both tested. Destroyer focuses on the death and rebirth of a young Black boy named Akai, who is murdered by police while walking home; his mother, a descendant of Victor Frankenstein and a researcher working on nanotechnology and reanimated life, brings him back in a “super” powered form. In the graphic narrative’s depiction of Black heroism and struggle, its radical politics and its visual work deny the peacemaking impulse of respectability politics that have been linked to the representation of Black characters in comics and other sequential art. This essay traces how Destroyer rejects respectability politics, explores the often-disregarded righteous rage of Black women, and conveys its protest of the premature death Black people are vulnerable to on a regular basis through a highly referential and often intertextual graphic narrative. LaValle’s comic ultimately embraces the rage, heroism, and humanity of its Black characters in its speculative approach to the issues of life and death that it is in conversation with throughout its panels and pages.

The study of female images in modern Chinese literary works

This article is a study of female images in modern Chinese literary works. The author analyzes the evolution of representations of women in modern Chinese literature and their important role in the democratization of society. Through an examination of the works of authors such as Lu Xun, Lao She, Chen Zhongshi, Yu Hua and others, the article reveals diverse aspects of women's experiences, including social injustice, discrimination and exploitation. In addition, the author highlights the influence of literature in shaping public opinion about the role and rights of women, and discusses possible paths towards creating a more equal and inclusive society in the future. The subjects of the study are the works of modern Chinese writers and the female images of these literary works. The main research materials are the modern Chinese literary works of various genres and movements, including novels, short stories, poems and essays. Research methods – analysis of literary sources on the research topic, comparative analysis, content analysis, interpretation of texts, historical method. The purpose of the study is to analyze and evaluate ideas about female characters in modern Chinese literary works, taking into account their influence on the processes of democratization of society. The scientific novelty of this study lies in the fact that it represents an initial research look at female images in modern Chinese literature and their influence on the processes of democratization of society. The work is based on the analysis of contemporary literary works and includes the study of various aspects of women's experience in the context of Chinese culture and society. As a result of the study, new trends and patterns in the representation of female characters will be identified, as well as new approaches to understanding and solving the problems of gender inequality and social discrimination in Chinese society will be formulated.

A Cauchy Harish-Chandra integral for a dual pair over a p-adic field, the definition and a conjecture

For a real irreducible dual pair there is an integral kernel operator which maps the distribution character of an irreducible admissible representation of the group with the smaller or equal rank to an invariant eigendistribution on the group with the larger or equal rank.The purpose of this article is to transfer this construction to the p-adic case. We provide the precise definition of the integral kernel operator and formulate a conjecture.

인지행동치료 기반 인성교육 프로그램 개발 및 효과

Objectives This study aimed to develop and implement a character education program based on cognitive behav-ioral therapy(CBT) for university students and to verify its effectiveness. Methods This program, grounded in CBT, included psychoeducation, self-monitoring, cognitive restructuring, problem-solving training, and communication skills training. The study subjects were 35 university students ma-joring in child development and education, enrolled in the ‘Childcare Teacher Character Theory’ course offered during the second semester of 2022 at M University. The program was conducted over a total of 29 sessions, each lasting 75 minutes, held twice weekly. The effectiveness of the program was validated through pre- and post-as-sessments, using questionnaires to measure self-esteem, self-efficacy, depression, problem-solving ability, and psychological well-being. Additionally, content analysis was utilized to examine alterations in communication skills, along with specific cognitive, emotional, and behavioral changes among the study subjects. Results The primary findings of this study are as follows. Firstly, significant differences were observed in self-es-teem, self-efficacy, problem-solving ability, and psychological well-being in the pre- and post-program assessments. Specifically, regarding depression, a significant difference was observed in the sub-factor of de-pressive affect. Secondly, the content analysis revealed that post-program implementation, there were seven positive changes observed across cognitive, emotional, and behavioral domains, including improvements in com-munication skills. Conclusions The character education program based on CBT for university students is expected to enhance self-esteem, self-efficacy, communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and psychological well-being, while reducing depressive affect, thus contributing to the cultivation of character. This study is significant in that it has developed and verified the effectiveness of a systematic, evidence-based character education program tailored for university students.

Folktales of Bihar: A Study of the Animal Characters

Cultural elements in folktales can manifest through idiomatic expressions, metaphors, proverbs, or references to specific historical events or figures. Each of these elements holds significant cultural value, enriching the story and providing insights into the community's collective experiences and values. In India, folktales are cherished by millions for their entertainment and aesthetic value. These tales are typically passed down orally from one generation to the next, and in more recent times, they may also be found in written form. Folktales from different regions reflect the thoughts, traditions, and culture of their people, providing both entertainment and insight into their past and present customs. Bihar is one of the most important states of India, located in the eastern region of the country, and has a rich tradition of folk culture. We often observe the representation of animal characters in folktales. In the context of the folktales of Bihar, we can also observe the depiction of different types of animal beings. The purpose of this study is to analyze how the animals are represented in the context of folktales of Bihar. To undertake this study, we need to utilize the descriptive analysis approach. To undertake this study, we need to utilize the descriptive analysis approach.

Visual comparison of Rama’s and Rahwana’s characters in Javanese and Kelantanese wayang kulit

Ramayana, a well-known tale originating from India, has been embraced across Southeast Asia. In regions like Yogyakarta, Indonesia, and Kelantan, Malaysia, local customs have influenced its portrayal, character representation leading to deviations in storyline and. The aim of this study to compare the visual depiction of key characters, particularly Rama and Rahwana, in Javanese and Kelantanese Wayang Kulit, symbolizing the protagonist and antagonist, respectively. This study intends to contribute by revealing the impact of local visual traditions on the enduring grandeur of the Ramayana tale. The method is comparative study, begin with defining data, collecting data from Yogyakarta and Kelantan master of puppets through interview and documentation, analyzing data, displaying data and draw conclusion. The result is found that there are visual similarities and differences related to Rama and Rahwana character. The common visual similarities such as crown, weapon, cloth and accessories. Meanwhile the difference shows that Javanese and Kelantanese is only about the detail of the cloth, the animal rides (Kelantan version), and the size of the Wayang Kulit. In Yogyakarta, Indonesia, and Kelantan, Malaysia, the story of Ramayana is depicted in unique ways, influenced by cultural variations. These distinctions manifest in the characters' looks, headgear, weapon characteristics, facial expressions, and facial coloring. Further investigation is necessary to delve into these differences and understand the puppeteers' role in conveying moral messages to the community.

Gendered Psyche: A Psychoanalytical Reading of Jacob Tobia’s Sissy: A Coming-of-Gender Story

This literary research paper employs psychoanalytic literary theory to delve into the complex interplay between identity formation and transgender experiences in Jacob Tobia’s memoir titled Sissy: A Coming-of-Gender Story. Through the lens of psychoanalysis, the study aims to unravel the intricate layers of self-discovery, acceptance, and resistance present in the text. By closely examining the text, the paper explores how psychoanalytic concepts like the unconscious, symbolism, and repression contribute to an enriched understanding of transgender characters' psychological landscapes.The analysis focuses on the representation of transgender characters in literature, examining how their narratives echo and diverge from psychoanalytic frameworks such as those proposed by Sigmund Freud and Jacques Lacan. The paper argues that psychoanalytic approaches can shed light on the internal conflicts and external societal pressures that shape transgender identities within the literary realm. Through carefully examining character motivations, symbolism, and narrative structures, the study elucidates how these works engage with psychoanalytic concepts to offer nuanced and empathetic portrayals of transgender experiences.Furthermore, this research explores the broader implications of employing psychoanalytic perspectives in the analysis of transgender literature, contending that such an approach can deepen our understanding of the complex and often subconscious dynamics at play in the construction of gender identity. Drawing connections between psychoanalytic theory and literary representation, this paper contributes to ongoing discussions surrounding the psychological dimensions of transgender experiences in literature, offering insights into the intricate relationship between identity formation and psychoanalytic frameworks within transgender narratives.

Representation of Andean Communities: Indigenous Cultures and Languages in Peruvian Cinema

ABSTRACT Peru is a country that has a world-renowned cultural heritage. However, there is a set of historical discrimination in different instances of society against the indigenous population, their cultural identity, social recognition, and even legal protection. Due to this situation, there have been recent manifestations in the cinema, television and education products with the purpose of recognizing, integrating and valuing all people and their cultures. This differs significantly from almost all of republican history, characterized by the unilateral representation of the privileged classes of the Peruvian cities. For that reason, this article analyzes three independent films dedicated to representation of Andean characters: Wiñaypacha (‘Eternity’) (2017), Retablo (‘Altarpiece’) (2017), and Willaq Pirqa, el cine de mi pueblo (‘Speaking Wall, the cinema of my town’) (2022), which have achieved a high degree of acceptance by the public and specialized critics. The proposal analyzes the recognition and revaluation of the Andean characters in these films, based on the linguistic, cultural and social dimensions, and the ideas of nationhood that are developed discursively and symbolically.

Gender (im)balance in the Russian cinema: on the screen and behind the camera

The relationship between on-screen and off-screen inequality in film industries and the relative impact of these on movie attendance is widely discussed but not necessarily empirically demonstrated. This article examines the binary gender composition of film project teams and the gendered representation of film characters as factors for cinema attendance. We collected a unique dataset (N=1285) of all films released during the pre-pandemic decade (2008-2019) in Russia – at that time the largest European cinema market. A marked-up subset of 243 films was used to calculate a novel version of the Bechdel-Wallace test that accounts for the proportion of all non-stereotypical dialogues in the film narration, as opposed to the classical binary test. Our test proves very informative, revealing a strikingly high proportion of dialogues with stereotypical portrayals of women even among the films that pass the Bechdel-Wallace binary threshold. We also undertook a social network analysis (SNA) of the characters’ communications. This analysis demonstrate that women predominantly occupy a peripheral position in film plots. Both stereotyping and marginalization of women are positively related to the proportion of men in the film crew, especially in the role of screenwriter. Simultaneously, having more men in key positions is also correlated with access to larger budgets and better distribution, thus effectively impeding films with stronger women characters from wider audiences. These audiences, however, show no prejudice towards films with such characters: after 2015, films featuring central women protagonists have the same level of attendance as movies without them. Although Russia exemplifies a large non-Western cinema market, the trends we identify, particularly the “gatekeeping” effect of male filmmakers, is notably in line with those observed in Western democracies.

Simple Supercuspidal 𝐿-Packets of Quasi-Split Classical Groups

In this memoir, for quasi-split classical groups over p p -adic fields, we determine the L L -packets consisting of simple supercuspidal representations and their corresponding L L -parameters, under the assumption that p p is not equal to 2 2 . The key is an explicit computation of characters of simple supercuspidal representations and the endoscopic character relation, which is a characterization of the local Langlands correspondence for quasi-split classical groups.

Fiction as Testimony

This article explores the fraught relationship between the terms ‘fiction’, ‘creativity’, ‘literature’ and ‘testimony’ in Holocaust and trauma studies. It argues that the main challenge in reading witness literature is to read testimony as both factual and potentially fictional at the same time when no metatextual corroboration is available. This anxiety of testimony originates in some key texts in Holocaust and trauma studies: I analyse for the first time the repercussions of fictional passages in Primo Levi's If This is a Man (1947), The Truce (1963) and Charlotte Delbo's Auschwitz and After (1985). These sections in no way attenuate the veracity of the overall narratives of survival. Rather than presenting the fictional as fact in bad faith, these books demonstrate the importance of creativity in responding to historical events, particularly when there are no existing historical narratives to present an alternative view. They also emphasise the current critical dichotomy in Holocaust and trauma studies between what Sara Guyer terms the ‘non-representational character’ of literature from ‘the representational character of testimony’. If we attempt to think beyond this binary between fictional literature and books about witnessing, it is possible to reflect on how fiction itself can operate as a form of testimony.

A Comparative Study on the Parable Character Representations in Zhuangzi and Han Feizi

A Comparative Study on the Parable Character Representations in Zhuangzi and Han Feizi

《习近平谈治国理政》用典韩译方法研究

As exchanges between nations become increasingly frequent, the importance of external promotion becomes apparent. In order to conduct effective external promotion, the role of translation is crucial. In this study, we focused on analyzing the translation of Xi Jinping's statements, speeches, lectures, directives, and letters, collected in “Xi Jinping：The Governance of China” a work that compiles his discourses. The research aimed to examine how these texts were translated into Korean, resulting in the following conclusions. First, the discourses in “Xi Jinping：The Governance of China” were categorized into three types: poetry, proverbs, and idioms. Secondly, when translating poetry, the translator mainly employed literal translation, free translation, literal translation with structural transformation, and literal translation with Chinese characters representation. When translating proverbs, the methods mainly included literal translation, literal translation with addition, and adaptation. In the case of idioms, the translator used literal translation, free translation, adaptation, Chinese Characters for Chinese Characters translation with Chinese characters representation, Chinese Characters for Chinese Characters translation with Chinese characters representation and explanation, as well as adaptation with Chinese characters representation. Thirdly, during the analysis of the translated text, it was observed that a single expression manifested in various translation patterns. This is seen as a result of the translator adhering to the principle of fidelity while simultaneously taking into account the surrounding context and the perspective of the reader. Fourthly, during the analysis of the translated text, inappropriate expressions were identified. Opinions for revisions were also provided. Through this research, it is hoped that it will contribute to the future translation projects of political texts, including “Xi Jinping：The Governance of China” and other translations related to external promotion.

Dialogue on Artistic Expression: A Study of Oriental Elements in 19th-Century Impressionism

As one of the most significant art movements in the 19th century, Impressionism broke down conventional boundaries, laying the foundation for today’s artistic styles to flourish. This paper aims to explore the integration of Oriental elements of Impressionism and to reveal the influence of cultural exchange on art movements. The introduction section provides a comprehensive overview of Impressionism, focusing on the research goals that revolve around Oriental aspects. The paper utilises an exhaustive approach, including a literature review, artwork analysis, and examination of historical records, ensuring a thorough exploration of Oriental influences. The structure of this paper acts as a guide for readers, highlighting unique contributions such as exploring little-known Eastern elements and interpreting artworks from new perspectives. By deeply studying the historical background of Impressionism, this paper discusses the interests in Eastern art and its influences on the Western art movement in the 19th century, examines the channels of cultural exchange, and analyses the reception of Oriental elements through case studies. At the same time, the influences of oriental traditions and elements such as brushwork, composition, and calligraphy on the natural depiction, colour application, daily life, symbolism, and character representation of Impressionist paintings are also discussed. In conclusion, this paper summarises the key findings and contributions and emphasises the importance of Oriental elements in Impressionist art.

A dual character theory of law

A dual character theory of law

El romance en boca del pueblo: autoría colectiva según Ferdinand Wolf

Between the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, an esthetic revolution awakened a new interest in traditional poetry, which was considered the depositary of the Volksgeist and the most faithful representation of the national character. This paper raises the possibility of using the concept of author function to prove the high coherence with which German Hispanism, and in particular Ferdinand Wolf, considered the people of Spain as the authorial subject of Spanish romances. To do so, I will review the increasing interest in folk poetry since the 1750s contextualizing it within the new processes of the creation of national identities and Europe’s special attraction to the Spanish case. Secondly, I will connect this revival to both new esthetic sensibilities that revolutionized the concept of authorship, such as expressive theories, and the creation of a collective subject (das Volk) as the origin of romances. I will analyze this collective subject as a potential author function. Finally, I will compare this against Wolf’s thesis on the Spanish Romancero.