An analysis of the investigation into the murders at the Good Samaritan Hospital on Long Island in New York in 1987 that were attributed to Richard Angelo.
Abstract This paper examines the multiple murders by Richard Angelo at the Good Samaritan Hospital on Long Island in New York in 1987. It describes the background of Angelo and his employment at the hospital and then discusses the investigation into the multiple murders and the trial that followed. In addition, the paper briefly discusses some of the cases involved in the investigation.
Table of Contents:
Introduction - Background
Investigating the Angel of Death
Investigating Multiple Murders
The Trial Begins
Conclusion
From the Paper "The case involved months of difficult work as autopsies were performed on dozens of exhumed bodies, thus holding up the investigation. Nevertheless, the persistence of the authorities meant that sufficient evidence was found to convict Richard Angelo, although the actual number of his victims will never be truly known. Mr. Angelo, however, "displayed no emotion during the closing arguments, staring down at the defense take and occasionally closing his eyes. His parents, sitting behind him, held hands" (The New York Times, 1987). Ultimately convicted of second-degree murder (committed with depraved indifference), second degree manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide and assault, his prison sentence, although unable to restore life, was a just decision that reflects the inhumanness of Richard Angelo's acts."
Abstract This paper discusses how the four main characters in William Shakespeare's "Measure for Measure", the Duke, Angelo, and the two siblings, each draw moral standards from different sources. The paper also attempts to show how these characters subsequently shape or even abandon those standards to suit themselves.
From the Paper "In the Duke's personal moral hierarchy, it is by mercy that he seems to rule Vienna. And yet, where is his mercy and sense of justice in his treatment of Isabella? He could have saved Claudio and punished Angelo without withholding the news of Claudio's safety from Isabella. "I will keep her ignorant of her good,/ To make her heavenly comforts of despair/ When it is least expected," he explains (4.3.110-112). He then theatricalizes the situation to the point of emotionally torturing Isabella so that he may "sentence" her to marry him when all is revealed (Magedanz, 328). The Duke's mercy disappears when he sees an opportunity to attempt to woo Isabella, even if it means that he must cruelly manipulate her. "
Abstract This paper discusses how to some extent,"Measure for Measure" is built on the same pattern as "A Midsummer Night's Dream", since many of the elements present in the play follow a tripartite pattern. It looks at how there are three different worlds represented in the play, - the court, with the Duke, who rules the city, the lower classes, which include Lucio and the religious world, with Isabella, who represents purity and virtue. It also examines how there exists three other worlds which have their own identity, according to the character who dominates the world - the Duke, Angelo and Lucio.
From the Paper "Some characters also have what we could call a 'double personality'. Indeed, the Duke is one of the most famous personality in Vienna, he is always surrounded by a court and he has to play a role, "I do not like to stage me to their eyes." (I, 1, L68). This is no surprise then if he chooses to disguise as a friar. Besides the fact that he can remain hidden under his hood, the lifestyle of the friars suits him most, "My holy sir, none better knows than you / How I have ever loved the life removed" (I, 3, L 7-8)"
Abstract The paper discusses the life of Antonio Vivaldi, on of the most notable Italian composers and violinists whose operas and concertos greatly impacted the cultural world of the 18th century. The paper discusses Vivaldi's development as a music composer working for the Pieta and Teatro Sant' Angelo opera theaters. The paper then discusses the success of Vivaldi's operas in Venice.
From the Paper "Antonio Vivaldi is one of the most notable Italian composers and violinists and his creations are known and played worldwide. During his lifetime, Vivaldi managed to create unforgettable operas and concertos that have greatly impacted the cultural world of the 18th century and continue to exist as genuine works of art today.
"He was born in 1678, in Venice, and he discovered his musical talent with the help of his father, a violinist that played at St. Marco Cathedral in Venice. It was his father that encouraged and taught Antonio how to play the violin."
Abstract This paper looks at the drastically different interpretations by critics of "Measure for Measure". The comments of H.C. Goddard, Harold Bloom and Martin Lings are contrasted, who variously take the play as: a moral tale on the nature of authority and governance, a spectacle of extreme nihilism, and a mystical quest for spiritual redemption. The paper asserts that each of these writers has a distinctly valuable approach to Shakespeare's text, but none has captured the mysterious whole.
From the Paper "Measure for Measure has always been a difficult play to interpret, engendering many conflicting viewpoints. Much of twentieth century criticism tried to find a moral direction in the story, redeeming it from charges of inconsistency and vulgarity. R.W. Chambers, for example, insisted that "from first to last, the plot turns on the problem of punishment and forgiveness." [1] He took particular care to defend both Claudio and Isabella against accusations of selfishness, pointing out that Isabella is simply being human when she erupts at her brother Claudio in his prison cell, noting "there are things about which we cannot argue calmly.""
Tags:angelo, bloom, claudio, goddard, isabella, lings, lucio
Abstract This paper explores and compares the psychology of the Ego and masks that are worn by two of Shakespeare's characters; Malvolio(Twelfth Night) and Angelo(Measure for Measure). Using concepts of the Ego laid down by Freud and Jung the author demonstrates how Shakespeare uses this flaw, of imagining oneself as an ideal persona, in both a comedic, and later, tragic play. The paper cites examples from Shakespeare's plays to demonstrate his points. Also, the author references known critics in the field of literary criticism to further elucidate his meaning. The author concludes that by using the Ego as a flaw, Shakespeare created characters that are easy to relate to and provides valuable insight on how to deal with ones mask.
From the Paper "In C.G. Jung's book, The Archetypes and the Collective Unconscious, he described what can happen to one who is "possessed" by what Freud would call the Super-ego. This is an idea Shakespeare was well aware of. He used the concept in his writing as a means to bring about both comedy and later to develop a more sophisticated plot, with a more developed conflict. This flaw of imagining oneself as an ideal persona is supported by critiques of Shakespeare's comedies. Richmond, states that Shakespeare's comedies suggest, "that we should test higher sentiments against the implication of facts"(p.2). He argues that Shakespeare finds virtue in what might be called compromised relationships and only destructiveness in single-minded commitment to an ideal. This is not because this harsh world will not tolerate ideals, but because ideals are self-destructive. Through the characters of Malvolio, in Twelfth Night and Angelo in Measure for Measure, Shakespeare explores this character theme, and creates, not only internal conflict, but external as well ."
Abstract The writer of this paper presents a detailed discussion about the way different manipulators are treated in the works of William Shakespeare depending on the style of the work. The writer explored several characters in tragedies and comedies written by Shakespeare -including "All's Well That Ends Well" and "Troilus" - and takes the reader on a journey of discovery regarding the acceptance or rejection of manipulators in the works.
From the Paper "If one studies the works of Shakespeare one will see that there is a connection between manipulation and comedies. The connection is one that is subtle yet obvious once discovered. A manipulation is really nothing more than getting someone to do what one wants done, and in a life setting this can be comedic. The connection between manipulation and comedy is similar in that they are really both manipulations. Comedies are written in such a way that the audience is manipulated into accepting manipulation as funny and acceptable. This in and of itself is a form of manipulation and the audience is the target for the author. It is such a subtle connection that the audience often does not recognize it until they stop and realize that they accepted events and actions in the comedy that they would have found repulsive of worthy of revenge in any other setting."
Abstract This paper examines the life of national poet Maya Angelou and her poem ?Africa.? The author writes that Angelou's books are all autobiographical in their perspective and insight from her life experiences. The paper notes many works of Angelou, and analyzes her poem "Africa" in detail. The paper describes that it portrays Africa as a beautiful woman.
From the Paper "Maya Angelou was born in St. Louis, Missouri, on April 4, 1928. Her name was Marguerite Annie Johnson. Her brother Bailey gave her the nickname "Maya," for "My" and "my sister." Maya's mother, Vivian Baxter, was a nurse and card dealer; her father, Bailey Johnson Sr., was a doorman and also a dietician or meal adviser for the navy. They had a difficult marriage that ended in divorce and in their subsequent inability to deal with their young children."
Abstract This paper first provides a brief bio of Mark Twain. It then provides quotes from the novel which characterize Mark Twain's use of darkness and its context. The storyline is presented briefly and the reader is shown a vivid picture of the South during the days of slavery.
From the Paper "The well-known author Marl Twain was born in Florida, Missouri, and when he was four years old he moved with his family to a port on the Mississippi River called Hannibal, Missouri. He began setting type for in 1851 and at the same time contributed sketches to his brother Orion's Hannibal Journal. Later, Twain was a steamboat pilot on the Mississippi River until the American Civil War.
Further on, in 1863 on the Territorial Enterprise in Virginia City, Nevada he became a reporter in 1862, and began signing his articles with the pseudonym Mark Twain which was a Mississippi River expression that meant "two fathoms deep." And thus, in 1865 Mark Twain published The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County and the author as well as the story became national sensations within few months (Under the Sun)."
Abstract This paper discusses the characters of Isabella and Angelo in Shakespeare's play "Measure for Measure", examining their character traits and interactions, as well as their evolution over the course of the work. The paper provides a careful analysis of the meaning of their extreme characters, as well as an explanation of Shakespeare's intent that the Duke represents a balancing of naive purity and corrupt worldliness.
From the Paper "With Isabella standing as the example of purity and Angelo representing the absolute darkness that corrupts the souls of men, Shakespeare plays the two extremes against each other in order to emphasize the importance of justice and balance. Although Angelo appears to be pure, this is only skin deep, and with his attraction to Isabella, he radically changes into a being consumed with evil intentions. His descent, however, is driven by a symbol of purity and innocence, because he longs to have the true purity that exists in him only as pretense. Isabella represents absolute purity, but Shakespeare deliberately moves her from entering a convent to considering the possibility of entering a marriage with the Duke, thus showing that even the extreme purity of Isabella should be tempered by wisdom of the real world in the form of the Duke."
Abstract This paper addresses angelology, the study of angels, and many questions regarding that topic. Specifically, the paper attempts to answer questions about their origin, whether humans can become angels, the duty and purpose of angels, how they have interacted with people, if angels are to be worshipped or prayed to, and how we should live in light of our understanding of angels.
From the Paper "Angels have always been unique and special beings, and their growing popularity today illustrates how we, as a nation, are still seeking spiritual fulfillment in our lives. Angels are wise beings who have many powers, and serve God, unless they have fallen, when they serve Satan. The Bible discusses angels throughout its pages, but early on, the origin of angels is clear. In Colossians 1:16, the reader learns God created all things, including angels, and he created them in his own image. "For in him were all things created, in the heavens and upon the earth, things visible and things invisible, whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers; all things have been created through him, and unto him" (Colossians 1:16), and this same sentiment is echoed in John 1:1-3. Another historian writes about the origins of the name "angel," itself."
Abstract This paper summarizes the book, "The Good Fella Tapes", by Philadelphia Inquirer reporter, George Anastasia. The paper touches on the important points that led to the decline in the Philadelphia Mob. Direct quotes are taken from the book.
From the Paper "Disloyalty, chaos, dim-witted -these words describe the Philadelphia Crime Family. This crime family has violated omertia, disregarded rispetto, and has been far from being a borgata. "The Goodfella Tapes", by George Anastasia (a reporter with the Philadelphia Inquirer and a veteran true crime journalist) takes his reader inside the world of the "most dysfunctional mob family in America" and provides details to the "rise of mob boss John Stanfa and the unprecedented federal investigation that brought him down"."
Abstract This paper explores the way that Shakespeare presents many of the complex issues of life, such as love, honor, and shame in his play, "Measure for Measure". The paper analyzes the characters in the play and explains how Shakespeare is able to deftly capture the spirit of the human psyche in each one.
From the Paper "Isabella becomes a pivotal character in the play because as we become concerned with what she should do, we realize the problems her choice means to her. Part of the difficulty associated with Measure for Measure is that the answer to this question is not clear. What we discover about Isabella is something peculiar about her chastity. In short, her actions reveal that she is not as pure as she may seem. She no doubt wants to save her own soul, life, and chastity, obviously at whatever the cost. While Isabella's behavior causes her to appear to be somewhat selfish, it is also important to realize that there is little else she can do."
An analysis of how the issues of law and justice are presented in works by Martin Cruz Smith, William Shakespeare, Karl Marx, and the film, "Casablanca".
Abstract The 1980's crime novel, "Gorky Park", by Cruz Smith, Shakespeare's "problem" play, ?Measure for Measure,? Marx and Engels's political manifesto, "The Communist Manifesto", and the World War II Warner Brothers motion picture, "Casablanca", all ask, at their respective narrative and philosophical hearts, the fundamental human question: What is justice? The paper shows that all grapple with the issue of how best to create a truly just society rather than one that is only superficially just. They ask, for example, whether just men and women or a just system of laws produce fair and equitable societies. Also, whether a fair code of laws or good people attempting to do what is right within any particular moral context is more important. The paper shows that, despite having been produced during different times and for different purposes, these four works form a textual unit that may be analyzed as argument by the critically inquisitive reader. Taken as a whole, this package of textual materials argues that the formulaic construction of law and government are meaningless, and the acts of good human beings alone can construct a truly just society.
From the Paper "Marx and Engels called upon the reader, the member of the working proletariat, to respond to the text out of the outrage of his or her unjust experiences within the capitalist systems. The system must be changed, these authors counsel the reader. However, even these supreme advocates of systemic rather than personal and psychological change, must call forth within the reader a sense of sustained emotional outrage within his or her breast, without which no change would be possible. ?All that we want to do away with is the miserable character of this appropriation, under which the laborer lives merely to increase capital, and is allowed to live only in so far as the interest of the ruling class requires it.? (Chapter 2)"
Abstract This paper examines Countrywide's present use of relationship marketing in the form of excellent customer service. It also explores how Countrywide needs to continue development of relationship marketing in order to remain competitive in an ever-changing market. The paper looks at the division of Loan Administration Servicing, the arm of the company that handles customer service and, more specifically, the Department of Communications Compliance. The paper explores many facets of how Countrywide delivers relationship marketing not only through its services, but also in its policies, procedures and actions. These items are what make service possible. The paper examines the organization's attention to its current relationship marketing strategy. In doing this, it looks at marketplace and strategy, marketing approach, customer relationship management, and customer care programs. Throughout the paper, strategy is discussed as it pertains to the marketing of loan servicing. By analyzing the mirror images of Countrywide's influence, one can see the importance of relationship marketing to the process. Countrywide's credo has always been to not only think outside the box to fix problems, but to also continue re-thinking them. The paper also offers recommendations as to how Countrywide can continue to improve relationship marketing as part of its strategy to reach the consumer.
From the Paper "Still this emergence should not undermine the strengths that traditional methods bring to the audience. As these methods such as film, radio, print and word of mouth move to the central location of the Internet, e-marketing will be a mainstream concept every company will embrace as part of IMC. It is use of these methods, that allow the company to connect with the customer emotionally, allowing for an intimate connection. In this respect, Countrywide has benefited from its use of IMC because it has allowed the company to grow its customer base and that equals profit. This in turn has continued Countrywide's tremendous growth within the marketplace and encouraged economic development especially for its California headquarters."
