Reflection Essay

       During this writing journey, I've gained valuable insights and honed my skills in ways I hadn't anticipated, particularly with the intricacies of the APA format. The unfamiliarity with APA during high school meant I had a learning curve. However, thanks to practice, I can now confidently assert my understanding and proficiency in applying APA guidelines to my writing. On Project One, the disappointment of making fifty out of a hundred fueled my determination to improve in Project Two. I believe a significant aspect of my growth lies in my newfound ability to incorporate quotes into my writing. Like when I managed to seamlessly add this into my project two essay, "As shown by Fragments and Wounded Bodies: Kafka After Kleist, "While Wagner's Parsifal ends with the closure of the King's wound, the cut on his side, and thus with a moment of theological and aesthetic catharsis, Kafka's story remains without a solution or a cure, as a fragment." (GALILI, 2008, p.27).” The course has equipped me with practical tools to navigate this process, enhancing the overall quality of my work. Learning to use quotes effectively has been a skill I can confidently carry into my future writing endeavors.

        Exploring the realm of absurdism has been an unexpected journey that has passed my initial expectations. The unique perspectives offered by Kafka and Camus were intriguing and broadened my understanding of literature. The daunting task of crafting a rhetorical essay, especially one centered on an absurdist author, spanning four pages, triggered a lot of nerves for me. Procrastination, born out of those nerves, became a hurdle I had to overcome. But, project two led me to Franz Kafka's emotional letters to his narcissistic father, which then left me deeply moved and reflective. Though challenging, this experience enriched my understanding of both the subject matter and my abilities as a writer. This course has refined my technical writing skills and broadened my horizons bit by bit. The exposure to diverse topics, paired with applying theoretical concepts, has been a cause for growth. I am grateful for the opportunity to discover new facets of writing and literature that have left a mark on my academic journey. 

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References  

SHAHAR, GALILI. (2008). Fragments and Wounded Bodies: Kafka after Kleist. The German Quarterly. 80. 449 - 467. 10.1111/j.1756-1183.2007.tb00085.x.