Scientific advancements push the realms of nature...

Scientific advancements push the realms of nature hindering the purity of our humanity. Both texts; ‘Frankenstein’ written by Mary Shelley and ‘ Blade runner (directors cut)’ directed by Ridley Scott examine what it is to be human and force us to question has science gone to far?. Through a comparative study, it is apparent that context has heavily affected their form and values which then are able to represent ideas that continue to resonate through time. Shelly’s epistolary novel and Scotts dystopian science fiction film are both common forms of their day, and best reflect their contextual issues. Humanit’s ignorance can ultimately blur our perception of what it is to be human and distort the values that we should be upholding. Shelleys†¦show more content†¦Ã¢â‚¬ËœCommerce is our goal here at Tyrell, more human than human is our motto’, ‘ Rachael is an experiment, nothing more’ displays Tyrells loss of compassion and basic humanity in his quest for commerce, revealing himself as the true monster, the price of progress. Scott comments on the views at his time, money mattered more than a priceless life. ‘You’re quite a prize’ only objectifies Roy,further enhancing the idea that money matters more than people. Through this characterization of Tyrell, Scott has expressed his concerns for humanity in the future. Humanity continually attempts to strive for an advanced industrialized society without considering the negative implications it may have on our natural environment. A Contrast between the industrialized Ingolstadt and the pure valleys of Chamounix and Servox is used to highlight the romantics view of the world and how such natural beauties should remain pristine and unaltered.’ ‘From the side where I now stood†¦and above it rose Mont Blanc, in awful majesty’ ‘I remained in a recess of a rock, gazing on this wonderful and stupendous scene’ ‘Their icy glittering peaks shone in the sunlight over the clouds’ The positive connotations held with ‘glittering’ and ‘wonderful stupendous scene’ reinforce Shelly’s priorities. She aims to reinforce that it is the awesome majesty of nature, which Mother Nature bestowed on our humanity, that we should be paying homage to. ‘MorningShow MoreRelatedOrganisationa l Theory230255 Words   |  922 Pages Organization Theory Challenges and Perspectives John McAuley, Joanne Duberley and Phil Johnson . This book is, to my knowledge, the most comprehensive and reliable guide to organisational theory currently available. What is needed is a text that will give a good idea of the breadth and complexity of this important subject, and this is precisely what McAuley, Duberley and Johnson have provided. They have done some sterling service in bringing together the very diverse strands of work that