BLOG #15 discuss the ways in which Ehrlich describes cowboys. In what ways does her tone fit her purpose and help her convey her purpose?
Ehrlich describes cowboys as sensitive, caring, and maternal unlike the normal "Marlboro" image usually associated with the rugged men. She uses a light, proud tone to convey cowboys as charming hard workers who just have a little trouble displays their feelings. Her purpose is to convince a reader of the true attitude and characteristics of a cowboy, using her friendly, happy tone she effectively gives cowboys a "good image". One that is soft, gentle, and relate able....making everyone want their own cowboy.
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Blog 14
discuss the three reasons Sante gives for a breakdown of secrecy (Soviet Union/KGB, internet, “confessional culture”/media). Do you agree, for example, that the Internet is a “nemesis” to secrecy? Defend your answer.
I do believe that the internet completely neglects the privacy of others. Online, I can type a name into google and up pops a twitter, facebook, and youtube account. All of which display very private information, publicly. Now-a-days, Not only can one view who you are and where you are from online, one can log onto formspring and ask you questions anonymously. Therefore, anything anyone wants to know can be asked and seen. The internet has created interesting ways to get to know someone's private details that most likely someone has gone to alot of trouble trying to keep private.
I do believe that the internet completely neglects the privacy of others. Online, I can type a name into google and up pops a twitter, facebook, and youtube account. All of which display very private information, publicly. Now-a-days, Not only can one view who you are and where you are from online, one can log onto formspring and ask you questions anonymously. Therefore, anything anyone wants to know can be asked and seen. The internet has created interesting ways to get to know someone's private details that most likely someone has gone to alot of trouble trying to keep private.