Relevant Theories That Pertain To Dick's Life

What the readers know of Dick’s past is very little, as Capote works to characterize him through flashbacks the readers know it was his plan to kill the Clutters and he does have some family “there were those Dick claimed to love: three sons, a mother, a father, a brother—persons he hadn’t dare confide his plan to(Capote 106).” But Capote characterizes Dick more so through descriptions of his habits than through his memories. “Inez was a prostitute…she was eighteen and Dick had promised to marry her. But he had also promised to marry Maria, a women of fifty who was a widow of a very rich banker(Capote 118-119)” Dick is shown throughout the book as someone who uses people to get what he wants, he calls on Perry to help him with his plan, he uses women for sex and money while making promises he never intends to keep. “If he knew Dick, and he did—now he did—would spend the money right away on vodka and women(Capote 119). Capote does not draw any sympathy from the readers, Dick is perceived as an emotionless man who pretends to believe in people and want the same

He opened a savings account for himself and deposited all of the money he had, except for the correct amount to pay change to Mr. Greyson, whom he owed from a shine the prior day. In paying his debt to Mr. Greyson, he earned his trust and bought himself an invitation to Sunday school and eventually lunch with the gentleman and his family. This was the start to Dick’s better life of saving his money, renting his own room, and meeting Fosdick, his new friend and private tutor. One day he ran an errand with Fosdick for his employer and the two rode the ferry when they witnessed a young boy, the age of 6, fall of the edge of the boat and into the water. Dick, not hearing the father’s offer of a reward for anyone who would save his son, dove in to save the boy anyhow. Once the boy had been returned safely to his father, the father was so grateful to Dick that he took him to have his wet suit dried and provided him with a suit nicer than his original suit from Frank. Dick then went in to speak with the man, as per his request, and was offered a position in his counting room with a wage of ten dollars per week, considerably higher than his wage would be at any other store or counting room. Dick gleefully accepted his offer and lived content knowing how hard he had worked for this day.

Throughout Dick’s life, he has not shown compassion towards anyone besides himself, taking everything and everyone for granted. With the use of amplification Capote is able to represent how Dick just viewed Perry as an easily-manipulable piece in his little game never showing true fondness towards him as Perry believed he reciprocated towards him, thinking they were together in the long run: “Goodbye, Perry. Dick was sick of him--his harmonica, his aches and ills, his superstitions, the weepy womanly eyes, the nagging, whispering voice” (Capote 214). This use of amplification is exceptionally valuable in proving that Dick cares about no one besides himself and will do anything for his own benefit. Dick shapes Perry into a killing machine in

Although Perry and Dick start out alike with an equal goal, the differences in their nature become vividly clear through Capote’s writing; therefore, Dick is shown as a sinister and more rancorous person than Perry. Dick’s true intentions are shown through his feelings by using amplification. Dick creates a unique plan to generate money for himself and within that, he plans to leave Perry. Dick reveals his plan, saying “That was half the plot; the second half was: Goodbye, Perry. Dick was sick of him-his harmonica, his aches, and ills, his superstitions, the weepy, womanly eyes, the nagging, whispering voice.

The Humanistic Perspective focuses on how people can achieve their fullest potential as individuals who make choices and who take control of responsibility for their mental, social, and personal experiences.   It also emphasizes free will and individuals' control of their own behavior. Andrea fulfilled her dreams when in high school by being valedictorian. She also had a home to shelter with her family. She was loved very much by her kid’s husband, and parents.

Onwards to the more historical side of the 1940’s and how Americans of that time reacted to it.

Dick, the main character in Ragged Dick, is a man that fits every trait Alger describes in the story. He is a man who has a mediocre job, and is a very hard worker. Throughout the story, signs show us that Dick is a man who has ambition and is very determined to one day get away from his poor

World War II (WWII) had an immense effect on the United States; culturally, economically, and industrially. Although no battles were fought on American soil, the war affected all phases of American life. Among the infinite of changes experienced by Americans during this time, there was a big shift in the industrial complex, a re-imagining of the role of women in society, and economic boost. Social shifts began to shape a new national identity which would change the country forever.

Humanistic theories emerged in 1950s. We have two types of humanistic theories, the first one is Person-centred theory by Carl Rogers which is based on how people see them-selves in relation to their personal experience and the second theory is Self-actualisation by Abraham Maslow which is based on the needs that motivate people. In this paper both theories will be described in detail and also they will be evaluated.

The time period of 1939 to 1945 was a very devastating time for a lot of individuals especially American’s. During this time frame the world was involved in the crisis called World War ll. World Warll had a large negative impact on America’s economy as a whole it affected America’s financial status greatly, American soldiers also suffered a large variety of mental as well as physical health issues during and after World War 2, and many American’s lost their lives for the cause. The major decision to go into war all began on December 7, 1941 when the Japanese forces bombed

It wasn’t until around the 1950s to 60s where he went through a really significant creative period (Fisher). Dick claimed to have contact with a force outside of Earth, called Zebra, which sparked his creativity. These visions also inspired him to question and theorize the origins and meanings of the human experience. Dick’s claim of having contact with an outside force was likely due to one of his several mental illnesses; however it did give him the motivation he needed to continue writing. During the time of his newfound inspiration, he wrote some of his most famous novels like The Man in the High Castle and Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?. The Man in the High Castle was the winner of the Hugo Award for best novel in

Since 1945, Americans have seen their country in it’s heyday, as well as some of it’s darkest times. The events that have occurred since the 1940s are what we, as Americans, are viewed simply as impactful, whether it be for the betterness of the nation or for a near downfall. In the last 6 to 7 decades, America has seen some of its worst hardships, such as racism, fascism, sexism, and the overwhelming threat of communism that almost turned it’s own nation against itself.

Dicks ideas on the world and how they are true. Phillip k. Dick's tried to convey how people can go about their day today schedule. And, remain neutral if we were to see someone hanging from somewhere. For example, Ed Loyce, is a television repair store owner in a town called, Pikesville. When, driving into work after a long day of fixing the foundation to his home.

This perspective assumes that we all thrive for personality growth, through mental processes and behaviors.. This perspective is different in its methodology compare to the biological approach, and the psychodynamic approach. Both these perspectives assume that human beings are controlled by internal or external forces. There are deterministic in nature. The humanistic perspective, promotes free will, and people can be, whatever, they envision themselves. This perspective was influence by humanists such as Carl Rogers and Abraham Maslow, who emphasizes on the importance of individual potentials.

Humanistic perspective is a psychological perspective popularized by Carlo Rogers and Abraham Maslow that emphasizes the human capacity for choice and growth. This perspective offers a very positive viewpoint of human nature and potential. It suggests that we are each responsible for our own happiness and well-being as humans. “The humanistic approach emphasizes the personal worth of the individual, the centrality of human