Abstract A critical discussion on "Caligula - The Corruption of Power" written by Anthony Barrett in his attempt to show that this Roman leader was not the bloodthirsty, evil person that is depicted in many historical works. The paper takes the works of ancient historian Suetonius as an example of bias towards Caligula by depicting him as a monster, and illustrates how Barrett contradicts these claims in his book.
From the Paper Barrett's bias is to rehabilitate the image of Caligula. This is a huge conflict throughout the entire book, where Barrett only uses certain passages and ideas from Suetonius' book, but contradicts other parts of it. This is shown consistently with the image of Caligula. Suetonius shows how bad of an emperor Caligula was and how he had what was coming to him. As Barrett points out, there is no archaeological evidence to back up certain parts of what Suetonius says, accusing hearsay.
This essay reviews and compares two pieces of historical fiction, the novel "Middle Passage", by Charles Johnson, and the short story "Birds with No Feet," by Andrea Barrett.
Abstract This essay analyzes the excellent skills of two authors who write historical fiction in very diverse ways. A thorough review and discussion is offered of how the novel "Middle Passage" by Charles Johnson provides a metaphor for the torturous voyage of humans from freedom to slavery. Similarly, Alex, in Andrea Barrett's story "Birds with No Feet" learns about his lack of self-knowledge through his scientific explorations. The implication of both voyages is that through the exploration of such historical fiction, readers can learn about themselves and their place among voyagers on the sea of humanity.
From the Paper "Middle Passage, by Charles Johnson, is a personal adventure story in which narrative is applied to history. Through his telling of the exciting tale of Rutherford Calhoun's personal odyssey, Johnson succeeds not only in combining compelling fictional adventure, and historical background, but in evincing closure and new meaning from his material. Johnson actually turns his fictionalized version of the historical horrors of slavery into a profound study of the how humans come to self knowledge when they are least looking for it."
Abstract This paper discusses how Elizabeth Barrett Browning's poetry evidently shows how aware she was of the contemporary social and political issues she was faced with, living in Victorian England. It looks at how she was, perhaps, one of the braver literary pioneers and how through her poetry she explicitly and directly confronted issues which many of her contemporaries may heave shied away from. It focuses on two of her poems; "The Cry of the Children" (1843) and "The Runaway Slave at Pilgrim's Point" (1848).
From the Paper "Barrett herself was a devout Christian, but also liberal enough to accept that many of the little factory children would have found it hard to believe in God when they were treated so harshly, and believes them when they say "grief has made us unbelieving". The Victorian's spread the gospel throughout the world, and yet the children in the poem do not know how to pray, or even if they did they feel that God would neglect them, "We look up for God, but tears have made us blind". Barrett's questioning of religion would have shocked many of her readers, and provides us with a good example of how she was more concerned with the message she was portraying rather than the reviews she would receive."
Tags: runaway, slave, victorian, england, children, pilgrim's, point
This paper is a research proposal to study the relationship of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) to Esophageal Adenocarcinoma, secondary to Barrett's Syndrome.
Abstract This paper explains that gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a common condition, which may result in esophagitis caused by the esophagus repeatedly being exposed to acid from the stomach. The author points out that the preliminary literature review provides ample evidence that a relationship exists between the progression of Barrett's Esophagus to Adenocarcinoma and a patient history of GERD; however, the exact parameters of this relationship have not yet been fully recognized and there is still much debate with regard to whether or not GERD should be defined as a true risk factor for progression to advanced adenocarcinoma. The paper relates that the population sample will be male patients, age 50 years, with a positive diagnosis of cancer; the GSRS questionnaire will be the survey instrument to assess the extent to which patients recall experiencing GERD symptoms prior to the onset of their disease and the extent to which each patient sought out care for symptoms of GERD prior to their diagnosis of adenocarcinoma.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Background/Significance of Study
Conceptual Framework
Literature Review
Background of GERD/Barrett's Esophagus
Correlation of GERD to Barrett's and Adenocarcinoma in Patients
Risk Factors for Barrett's Progression to Esophageal Adenocarcinoma
Control of GERD and Adenocarcinoma
Summary of Literature Available
Methods
Sample/Settings
Instrument
Data Collection Procedure
Limitations
Population Sample
Data Analysis
Appendix A - Consent Form
Appendix B - Demographic Data Sheet
Appendix C - Questionnaire
From the Paper "The questionnaire is noted for offering a comprehensive evaluation of patient symptoms related to GERD. The reliability and validity of the Gastrointestinal Symptom Rating Scale has been evaluated in patients with GERD; study results reveal that the GSRS is a useful patient-rated symptom scale for evaluating patients and outcomes for treatment with GERD; the scale is shown to have good reliability and construct validity, and the GSRS scales are capable of discriminating GERD symptom severity accurately. The scale is interview based and consists of 15 items that assess gastrointestinal symptoms. The GSRS have a seven graded Likert Type scale that can be used for analysis, where 1 is equivalent to lack of symptoms and 7 is indicative of severe symptoms."
Abstract "How Do I Love Thee' by Elizabeth Barrett Browning and "What Lips My Lips Have Kissed" by Edna St. Vincent Millay are poems that deal with love, although both deliver very different messages. This paper examines the theme, figures of speech and the tone of each poem to show how they differ. The paper shows that the theme of Barrett Browning's poem is predominately a theme celebrating the happiness and warmth of a love that is shared between two people, while, in contrast, Millay's poem demonstrates a more somber attitude toward love.
From the Paper "Each poet also uses tone to convey her personal feelings regarding love. Browning's poem moves swiftly as she uses words that are short and concise, such as height, sight, and candlelight. Her sonnet is also filled with cheerful words, such as praise and faith. These words are positive associations. She also refers to her passion as a good thing. In addition, she uses an exclamation in the poem to reiterate the positive emotion. In contrast, Millay begins and ends her poem on the melancholy view of love. She chooses words for her sonnet that move slowly and cause us to slow down when reading, such as rain, lain, pain, sigh, reply, and cry. These words evoke negative reactions. Millay also mentions her "quiet pain" in this poem, which reinforces negative, or painful, connotations. "
Abstract In this article, the writer studies the interaction between text and illustrations in children's books. The writer explains the importance of illustrations in children's literature. In this paper, to demonstrate the study, the writer uses specifically the book "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs" written by Judi Barrett and illustrated by Ron Barrett.
From the Paper "In order for children's books to accomplish their objectives, there must be a marriage between the text of the story and the illustrations which support it. In many cases, the illustrator produces artwork that not only illustrates the story but helps to create a vivid mood that enhances the author's text. Such is the case with "Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs" a children's book written by Judi Barrett and illustrated by Ron Barrett. The author's fanciful tale of the town of Chew and Swallow benefits greatly from the illustrator's detailed ... "
Abstract This paper discusses the band called Pink Floyd. The author looks at the formation of the band, the members as well as some of the band's successes. The description focuses on the main member named Syd Barret and his impact on the band.
From the Paper "Pink Floyd is well known as one of the most successful rock bands of all time. The band has managed to span its success over four decades, beginning from its first album in 1965 all the way until its latest album, Echoes, which is expected to be no less successful than any of the other Pink Floyd albums (Williamson 1). While it may be argued that the key to Pink Floyd's real success came from the members who were in the band while they produced successful albums, the inspiration for those albums came from Syd, and the band itself was a creation of Syd Barrett. Syd's short but witty career did not last long, but he will remain a legend in the history of rock. Syd Barrett was one of the brightest and most influential music figures of the Psychedelic Rock era."
Tags: psychedelic, rock, singer, guitarist, songwriter, covaine, LSD, drugs
Abstract This paper is a critical review of the book, "The Corruption of Power." It looks at the author's thesis that Caligula's corruption was not his own fault, and that ancient historians tainted his reputation, and that his life was never analysed fairly. The paper shows how this thesis was not entirely true, and how eventually, everyone had to acknowledge the deadly evil and violence that came to be associated with Caligula's rule.
From the Paper "Caligula also did hideous and crazy things to mostly innocent, household people. "Many men of decent family were branded at his command, and sent down the mines, or put to work on the roads, or thrown to the wild beasts" (Suetonius, 167). One of the worst things that Caligula ever did, and his favorite, was "inflict numerous small wounds; and his familiar order. Make him feel that he is dying!" soon became proverbial(Suetonius, 169). Actions such as these led to numerous conspiracies against Caligula."
Abstract The author makes a comparative study between the characters Susannah Rowley ("Ship Fever", Andrea Barrett) and Ada Monroe ("Cold Mountain", Charles Frazier). The main point of the study is that although they cope with their worlds in very different ways, both women choose to take their chances by entering into direct vital interchange with life.
From the Paper "Susannah, lives in Canada at the time when immigrants fleeing the great Irish famine bring a deadly typhus epidemic to her land. She is alone because her husband, a renowned writer, is off in England and Ireland fighting the wrongs of the world. Ada, alone after the death of her father, toward the end of the Civil War finds herself mistress of a large neglected farm with no knowledge how to run it. Both women must come to terms with the way they were raised, which was to be childlike and pampered, and not responsible for their own survival."
Abstract This paper addresses Lindon Barrett's discussion of the themes of homoeroticism and subordination of the female, present throughout Hughes's autobiography. Examples from the text of character and story are given as part of the discussion and analysis of these themes.
From the Paper "Lindon Barrett's insightful review of Langston Hughes autobiography, The Big Sea, deals with the complex themes of homoeroticism, the feminine, and subjectivity in Hughes? autobiography. Barrett notes that Hughes delves immediately into the theme of homoeroticism, in recounting his encounter with his stark naked bunkmate. Further, Barrett argues that not only the bunkmate's initial bragging, but a later scene of rape help to subordinate the feminine within Hughes? autobiography. Barrett delves into the homosociality of many of the scenes within The Big Sea, and notes that Hughes' "excessive figure of the feminine" (p. 396, Barrett) serves to cement questions about Hughes' sexuality."
This paper compares Elizabeth Barrett Browning's short poem "To George Sand: A Recognition", Christina Rossetti's poem "Goblin Marker" and the novelist Geraldine Jewsbury's "The Half Sisters".
1,425 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 3 sources, 2002, $ 47.95
Abstract This paper discusses the selected works of three feminist writers of the nineteenth century: Elizabeth Barrett Browning, Christina Rossetti and Geraldine Jewsbury. The author points out that many women writers of the nineteenth century took the limitations placed on women as their topic. The paper states that all three works celebrate women who displayed virtues and achieved ends that, at the time, were considered the exclusive province of men.
From the Paper "Bianca, who becomes a great actor through dedication and determination--bears much more of a relation to Sand. Throughout the novel, Bianca consistently makes the best of each situation. Upon being thrust into the acting profession, and discovering a talent for it, she proceeds to win the highest place in her profession and in society on the basis of her commitment to behaving well in every situation. As she tells her prot?g? Clara Broughton, her only rule in life has been to "measure [one]self always with the highest, and never do less than your best" (364). Bianca is freed of the constraints of decorous and womanly behavior by the grim economic facts and her refusal to do anything but her best."
Abstract This essay discusses how Elizabeth Barrett Browning's "Mother and Poet" blurs the binarism of the domestic custodian and the public crusader. The very title itself blurs the boundaries between the two roles, because both of them intersect along certain lines. Each role needs the other to be effective. Isolated, each role becomes rooted in failure and tragedy.
Abstract This paper compares the writing techniques of these two famous poets, explaining how vastly different their styles were. The paper also briefly touches upon the significance of both these women to the early days of the women's movement.
From the Paper "Comparing Christina Rossetti's whining self-centered poetry to the somewhat contemporaneous writer of sonnets and other poetry Elizabeth Barrett Browning is much akin to comparing a braying mule with a gentle lamb. Browning, particularly in her works from 1844, is so eloquent and aware of her surroundings while Rossetti seems in her works to be only concerned with her frailties and failures both real and imagined thus her apparent self-centered appearance."
Abstract This paper discusses the elements of poetry in two different poems. The writer notes that both of the poems are written about love. Further, the writer points out that they use many of the same elements of speech. In this article, the writer discusses the poem wrote "How Do I Love Thee" by E. Barrett Browning and Shakespeare's poem, "My Mistress' Eyes".
From the Paper ""How Do I Love Thee" may be the favorite poem of lovers and other who believes that love is important in life. E. Barrett Browning wrote "How Do I Love Thee" as a classical love poem. Shakespeare created the poem, "My Mistress' Eyes." Both of these poems are written about love. Both authors use different elements of poetry to bring the poems alive, but "My Mistress' Eyes" establishes a sympathetic contract as the poem shows the author loves his mistress even though she may not be beautiful in the eyes of others. The best way to decide which poem will have more sympathy is to analyze and then compare both of them."
Abstract This document discusses strategic management and how innovation and the corporate systematization of it is the next strategic domain of corporate strategy. This paper uses an article by McGregor and Barrett, published in Business Week, to illustrate how innovation is rapidly becoming corporate America's strategic response to increasingly level and flat markets no longer defined by geographic or chronographic boundaries.
From the Paper "A recent article in Business Week illustrates the shift that strategic management has made over the last five years from one of planning and efficiencies to knowledge management and guidance (McGregor & Barrett, 2006). This shift is important because it defines the future growth and long-term health of an organization in terms of product or service innovation and market viability. Strategically, it also creates market differentiation which is of strategic value in a global economy where markets are no longer fully defined by geographical or chronographic boundaries. "
