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Exploring the powers, functions, and symbolism of magical rings, this thesis examines their significance in Anglo-Saxon texts such as Beowulf and the Exeter Riddles, as well as in Middle English literature like the Romance of King Horn. It also delves into Tolkien's Middle-earth, tracing the narrative from the creation of the Rings of Power to the One Ring's destruction. The introduction provides context on the origins of rings, material culture, and ancient traditions related to ring magic, highlighting the role of gemstones in their enchantment.

The analysis focuses on the representation of female characters in Edgar Allan Poe's short stories "Ligeia" and "The Oval Portrait." It explores the connections between Poe's personal experiences, including the loss of significant women in his life, and the portrayal of Ligeia as a symbol of beauty and death. The study examines the roles these women play in the narrators' lives, their emotional impact, and the Gothic elements that reflect Poe's own tragedies. Various interpretations of their significance within the context of Poe's life and themes are also discussed.

Exploring the "Sherlock Holmes phenomenon," this thesis examines its significance during Arthur Conan Doyle's era and its enduring legacy today. It delves into the historical context that fostered the rise of detective-mystery narratives, highlighting the socio-political factors that made a character like Holmes essential in literature. The introductory chapter sets the stage for understanding the evolution of the genre and its impact on readers and society.

The study explores the evolution of English lexicography, highlighting how historical dictionaries reveal the semantic development of words and their presentation on the page. It examines elements such as font styles, meanings, and abbreviations, emphasizing the insights gained from online access to these resources. By analyzing the morpho-semantic transformations of words, the research connects past and present usages, illustrating how societal and cultural shifts are reflected in language through definitions and etymology.

The emotional growth of three female characters in Edwardian literature is central to understanding their destinies shaped by newfound wisdom. Analyzing Mrs. Moore from E. M. Forster's "A Passage to India" and Janet and Ursula Widdington from W. J. Locke's "Ladies in Lavender," the paper explores how their experiences influence their lives. This examination highlights the significance of emotional development in the context of Edwardian society and literature.

Die Studienarbeit analysiert das Frauenbild von Kirke in der Odyssee und Dido in der Aeneis und vergleicht die beiden Figuren. Dabei wird untersucht, welche Symbolik die Frauen in den Epen repräsentieren und welche Ziele Homer und Vergil durch die Begegnungen von Odysseus und Aeneas mit diesen Charakteren verfolgen. Die Arbeit bietet Einblicke in die literarische Funktion der weiblichen Figuren und deren Einfluss auf die männlichen Protagonisten und deren Reisen.

Die Studienarbeit analysiert die Gedichte 1,8 und 1,9 von Tibull in Bezug auf den Geschlechterrollentausch, der durch die Figur der elegischen puella inszeniert wird. Dabei werden die weiblichen Merkmale und deren Einfluss auf die Darstellung von Marathus untersucht. Die Arbeit bietet einen tiefen Einblick in die klassischen Themen der Geschlechterrollen und deren literarische Umsetzung in der lateinischen Dichtung.

Diese Studienarbeit analysiert die Ansichten von Cortesius und Politianus über Cicero als Nachahmungsvorbild im Kontext des Renaissance-Humanismus des 14.-16. Jahrhunderts in Florenz. Sie beleuchtet Ciceros kulturelle Bedeutung und die humanistischen Ziele der Sprach- und Bildungsreform in der italienischen Gesellschaft.