Having almost no meaningful examples of ethos, pathos, or logos in today's world, the ad of "Slack Power" attempted to drag in members of the Black Panther party in the 70's. The ad was no successful even though there are attempts to seem closer to the audience.
Acting as a use of ethos, "Slack Power" makes use of the saying, Black Power, which was used the members of the Black Panthers. The person viewing the ad can think that the Black Panthers wear the slacks in the ad to truly be a revolutionary force.
Inside the text containing information about the slacks, the creator of the ad uses pathos to make an emotional appeal to the viewer. "Our Post-Grad Slacks have soul" could make the targeted audience feel connected. An object, person, or idea with soul had feeling inside that was for the actions of the Black Panthers. A Black Panther would feel close knowing the pants could create a look of support for the organization.
The ad did not require use of logos. The thoughts of support for the cause of the Panthers could cause a supporter of the party to purchase and wear the pants. Using logos could have possibly pushed the audience away by seeming to be for people not truly for the revolutionary party.
The ad of "Slack Power" makes use of ethos and pathos to connect with the viewers and potential buyers of the product. The ad leaves out logos in order to look like a required item for Black Panthers and not a product for people thinking being a Panther is fashionable.
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Wiser Gifts
The short story, "The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry, can bring a point that material possessions are temporary. Some possessions may come back as they were while others become lost. When Della sells her hair and purchases a chain for Jim's watch, she gave a temporary possession for a Christmas gift. Jim's gift of the combs Della desired cost Jim his watch handed down to him from his father and grandfather. The gifts that Della and Jim gave to each other would have been perfect for the other if they both had not given up their prized possessions for a gift for the other person's possession.
"The Gift of the Magi" shows that material items are less important then the company of others. Jim worked for low pay with little money to save up for gifts and extra items that the two characters wanted. Della stayed at home with thoughts of how much money the couple had to spare. Both knew the money gained from Jim's job would not be enough for extras. Giving up a prized object for the other showed that no matter what the cost the characters wanted to give the other a gift to remember and give them happiness. Della and Jim were happy just seeing the other happy even with their loss.
"The Gift of the Magi" shows that material items are less important then the company of others. Jim worked for low pay with little money to save up for gifts and extra items that the two characters wanted. Della stayed at home with thoughts of how much money the couple had to spare. Both knew the money gained from Jim's job would not be enough for extras. Giving up a prized object for the other showed that no matter what the cost the characters wanted to give the other a gift to remember and give them happiness. Della and Jim were happy just seeing the other happy even with their loss.
Quick Doom
H.P. Lovecraft's short story, "The Doom That Came to Sarnath", made the thought of a entire civilization being destroyed in a single night could unexpectedly happen at any moment. The accomplishments of Sarnath became useless against the return of an ancient conquered enemy, Ib. The falling of the city could happen to any city or civilization. The effects of the attack of the people of Ib rippled through the lands around Sarnath. The disaster inside a country today causes other nations to send aid for the victims. The loss of the resources and trade from the towns hurts places around the world. The effects may be worse and cause destruction inside bordering countries and continue to spread.
"The Doom That Came to Sarnath" made a thought that no civilization can avoid or predict the downfall of itself. Sarnath was home to worry free citizens and nobles who never thought the actions of the past would affect their success in the world. The real world has seen many empires and civilizations fall to the ground. Some dwindled slowly while others vanished in months. Sarnath contained riches and wonders with achievements the rest of the world could never accomplish. The city seemed to be eternal yet fell quickly and without warning. The world now many be very different in the next 500 years.
"The Doom That Came to Sarnath" made a thought that no civilization can avoid or predict the downfall of itself. Sarnath was home to worry free citizens and nobles who never thought the actions of the past would affect their success in the world. The real world has seen many empires and civilizations fall to the ground. Some dwindled slowly while others vanished in months. Sarnath contained riches and wonders with achievements the rest of the world could never accomplish. The city seemed to be eternal yet fell quickly and without warning. The world now many be very different in the next 500 years.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
The Mind And The Dark
The short story , "The Beast in the Cave" by H.P. Lovecraft, causes ideas of the unknown and the human mind under stress from life-threatening situations. Humans and the character in the story face uncertainty inside the darkness and survive with fearsome knowledge that doom can appear anywhere. Minds of different people react differently to instances where a overwhelming challenge demands all the power of the person.
The character's dismay of becoming lost can be compared to the idea that humans as a whole wander aimlessly through the universe with destruction around the wrong turn. Humanity like the character are defenseless against the monster attacking. Monsters against humans may be pushed back with the help of companions who can bring light to fight back the darkness. The unknown creates fear whether in school or a cave. The thoughts associated with fear must be pushed aside to conquer and make the fear disappear.
The thoughts of death from starvation or the beast of the cave made the character of the story flow through emotions. The thoughts weakened and strengthened his mind. The character wonders if he can ever see the light of day again or survive at all inside the cave. The beast causes a more gruesome idea of the cave as the sounds reach his ears after acceptance of potentially being lost forever. Fending off the beast and finding the guide gives the man hope of reaching the outside world away from the horrors of the cave. The unknown does not win the battle of the character's mind while showing that he was moments from dying.
The character's dismay of becoming lost can be compared to the idea that humans as a whole wander aimlessly through the universe with destruction around the wrong turn. Humanity like the character are defenseless against the monster attacking. Monsters against humans may be pushed back with the help of companions who can bring light to fight back the darkness. The unknown creates fear whether in school or a cave. The thoughts associated with fear must be pushed aside to conquer and make the fear disappear.
The thoughts of death from starvation or the beast of the cave made the character of the story flow through emotions. The thoughts weakened and strengthened his mind. The character wonders if he can ever see the light of day again or survive at all inside the cave. The beast causes a more gruesome idea of the cave as the sounds reach his ears after acceptance of potentially being lost forever. Fending off the beast and finding the guide gives the man hope of reaching the outside world away from the horrors of the cave. The unknown does not win the battle of the character's mind while showing that he was moments from dying.
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