Order Description

Write an essay that synthesizes three (3) texts from the list below. How do these stories “talk” to each other and what does that conversation suggest, imply, or reveal?

Independent thesis that synthesizes all three readings, makes a claim, and appears in bold at the end of your introduction paragraph

Specific textual evidence in every body paragraph

APA format

Suggestions

· Re-read the stories multiple times and take notes.

· Push beyond the obvious.

· Apply our conversation today about journeys

Grading criteria

Addresses the topic in a clear, relevant, and meaningful way

Clear, accurate, and insightful textual analysis (w/minimal plot summary)

Effective use of textual evidence to support claims

Clear and logical organization of ideas within and among paragraphs

Sound mechanics and APA citation

Texts: Choose three (3)

Elaine Chlew, “Leng Lui is for Pretty Lady”

Martin A. Ramos, “The Way of the Machete”

Henrietta Rose-Innes, “Porcelain”

Laurie Kubuitsile, “The Rich People’s School”

Shabnam Nadiya, “Ishwari’s Children”

Ravi Mangla, “Air Mail”

Dipita Kwa, “Honor of a Woman”

Vanessa Gebbie, “The Kettle on the Boat”

Sequoia Nagamatsu, “Melancholy Nights in a Tokyo Cyber Café”

Konstantinos Tzikas, “A Boy and his Kite”

Petina Gappah, “Before Tonde, After Tonde”

Ken N. Kamoche, “Retrenched”

Wadnanai Mhute, “Cow-Hearted”

Ivan Gabriel Rehorak, “Maryanne Clouds Today”