Unit5TheUnhappyAmericanWay讲解.pptVIP

Bertrand Russell Pre-reading questions : Whats your opinion about American life? (please list some key words) casual; free; be in perfect order What do you think of the title? (The unhappy American way) How much do you know about the author? Bertrand Arthur William Russell (b.1872 - d.1970) was a British philosopher, logician, essayist, and social critic, best known for his work in mathematical logic and analytic philosophy. He was one of the outstanding figures of 20th century British philosophy . Along with G.E. Moore, he is generally recognized as one of the founders of analytic philosophy. Over the course of his long career, Russell made significant contributions, not just to logic and philosophy, but to a broad range of other subjects including education, history, political theory and religious studies. He was awarded the Order of Merit (荣誉勋章)in 1949 and the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1950. Also noted for his many spirited anti-war and anti-nuclear protests, Russell remained a prominent public figure until his death at the age of 97. Structure Analysis rhetorical devices A Frenchman while he is abusing the Government is as gay(兴奋的) as a lark (百灵鸟). A life which is all principle is a life on rails . The rails may help toward rapid locomotion , but preclude the joy of wandering . If you want to draw a bird which is talking to a person , which situation is your favorite one ? A bird rest on a mans shoulder or hand. 2. A bird is flying in the sky, and the man does not care about this bird. 3. A man is looking at a bird which is kept in a cage. 4. A man is chasing the bird which is flying away. 5. A man waves his hands toward a bird which is flying far. Bird symbolizes happiness, this person is to represent you . 3. Happiness is on the way , but there are some obstacles and delays you need to overcome, such as you may have to defeat psychological barriers. Do not miss and lose your happiness! 4. You are struggling to pursue happiness