TIME TOAST PRESENTATION JUAN RUEDA

By Juanruedat17
  • Homer’s The Odyssey - Literature
    8 BCE

    Homer’s The Odyssey - Literature

    A timeless epic about Odysseus’ journey home after the Trojan War, where he faces challenges that test his courage and sense of self.
  • Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa - Art
    1503

    Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa - Art

    The world-famous portrait with a mysterious smile, leaving viewers wondering about her identity and emotions. It’s a blend of beauty and enigma.
  • William Shakespeare’s Hamlet - Literature

    William Shakespeare’s Hamlet - Literature

    A tragic play where Prince Hamlet wrestles with revenge, family betrayal, and his own identity, captured in the iconic question, “To be or not to be.”
  • The Taj Mahal, India - Architecture

    The Taj Mahal, India - Architecture

    Emperor Shah Jahan built this breathtaking mausoleum in memory of his wife. It stands as a timeless symbol of love and devotion.
  • Ludwig van Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 - Music

    Ludwig van Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 - Music

    Beethoven’s final symphony, composed when he was almost completely deaf. Its “Ode to Joy” celebrates the triumph of the human spirit.
  • Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein - Literature

    Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein - Literature

    A novel about a scientist who plays God by creating life, leading to tragic consequences. It explores themes of identity, creation, and rejection.
  • Vincent van Gogh’s Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear - Art

    Vincent van Gogh’s Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear - Art

    This self-portrait shows Van Gogh’s struggles with mental health. It’s raw and personal, revealing his pain and resilience.
  • Dorothea Lange’s Migrant Mother - Photography

    Dorothea Lange’s Migrant Mother - Photography

    A striking photograph capturing the hardship of a mother during the Great Depression, symbolizing strength amidst suffering.
  • Charlie Chaplin’s The Great Dictator - Film

    Charlie Chaplin’s The Great Dictator - Film

    A powerful satire of fascism and dictatorship, where Chaplin uses humor to speak out against oppression and defend human dignity.
  • George Orwell’s 1984 - Literature

    George Orwell’s 1984 - Literature

    A dystopian novel that imagines a world under total surveillance and control, raising important questions about freedom and individuality.
  • Bob Dylan’s The Times They Are A-Changin’ - Music

    Bob Dylan’s The Times They Are A-Changin’ - Music

    A powerful protest song that became an anthem for the civil rights movement, urging people to embrace change and fight for justice.
  • Gabriel García Márquez’s One Hundred Years of Solitude - Literature

    Gabriel García Márquez’s One Hundred Years of Solitude - Literature

    A richly layered novel exploring the Buendía family’s history, blending magic and reality to explore identity and the passage of time.
  • The Godfather - Film

    The Godfather - Film

    A classic film that follows the rise of Michael Corleone as he struggles with loyalty to his family and his own sense of morality.
  • Jean-Michel Basquiat’s Untitled (Skull) - Art

    Jean-Michel Basquiat’s Untitled (Skull) - Art

    A vivid painting that addresses themes of race, identity, and society’s perception of marginalized groups. Basquiat’s work is bold and unapologetic.
  • The Discovery of Vermeer’s The Little Street - Art

    The Discovery of Vermeer’s The Little Street - Art

    Researchers uncovered hidden details about Vermeer’s The Little Street, offering fresh insights into Dutch Golden Age painting techniques.