This paper examines Carlos Fuentes's "The Death of Artemio Cruz", showing how the protagonist Artemio's character personifies the betrayal of the ideals of the Mexican Revolution.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 4 sources, 1990, $ 71.95
From the Paper "The purpose of this research is to examine Carlos Fuentes's "The Death of Artemio Cruz", with a view toward showing how Artemio's character personifies the ultimate betrayal of the ideals of the Mexican Revolution. The plan of the research will be to set forth the context in which Artemio's character develops, and then to show how Fuentes uses him as an analogue for the success of the goals of the revolution on one hand, and for the failure of the ideals of the revolution on the other.
Artemio is an emblem of the successful revolutionary who has co-opted the goals of the revolution to achieve economic gain and a more generalized personal power. To put it another way, one set of oligarchs (disguised as petty bourgeois) has supplanted the other, and by the time the new oligarchy has been established, one can hardly tell the new regime from the old one, ... "
From the Paper "The purpose of this research is to examine the nonfiction book How to Lie with Statistics by Darrell Huff. The plan of the research will be to set forth the main ideas of the book as a chapter-by-chapter summary of the important ideas, including examples of misleading uses of statistics of the type presented.
The Sample with the Built-In Bias. Statistical measurement begins with assembling a credible sample of respondents on which to base conclusions that can be generalized from the sample to the population. There are two factors to consider: whether the respondents are truly representative of what is being measured, and whether the respondents tell the truth when they are asked questions. Both features of a sample may contribute to bias in the reporting of information. Huff cites a survey in which voters in 1936 were asked over the phone predict election ..."
This model case paper deals with an agency's hierarchical organizational structure no longer being appropriate to meet external threats and realize the opportunities in the market place.
1,275 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 5 sources, 2002, $ 48.95
Abstract This model case paper deals with an agency's hierarchical organizational structure no longer being appropriate to meet external threats and realize the opportunities in the market place. Regular case study headings apply in this case with the following: Situational analysis, problem statement, alternatives, recommendations and implementations.
Tags: WRITING / APPLICATIONS (EXAMPLES), Aquarius case
Abstract This paper presents an argument in support of the right of civilians to bear arms in America. It states that misleading information is used to support gun control and refutes some of the common myths. It explains the historical evidence regarding unarmed citizens and looks at the importance of guns in self-defense.
From the Paper "It is not an eye opening fact; guns used by people kill more people than guns by themselves. Yet politicians want to ban guns that look as if they may be more dangerous than other guns, and even more radical, ban guns altogether. NRAILA.ORG quotes Josh Sugarman, leader of the radical Violence Policy Center as saying, ?The public's confusion over fully-automatic machine guns versus semi-automatic assault weapons ? anthing that looks like a machine gun is assumed to be a machine gun ? we can only increase the chance of public support for restrictions on these weapons.? (n.p.) Guns have been an important tool in our country, both in the survival of early setters, and in our independence. In fact, without guns the United States of America would have probably continued to be held by the British. Militias during the establishment of our country are obviously the reasoning placed behind the Second Amendment. In the absence of an established military, it was the responsibility of a militia to defend the country. While the threat of an invasion by another country may not be as much of a concern in modern times, gun control overlooks too many of the benefits of an armed civilian."
Abstract This paper discusses the much-debated topic of legalized marijuana. The paper begins by providing background information on marijuana and its effects on the body and then proceeds with a discussion of the positive side-effects of marijuana and how these side-effects can be effective in the treatment of certain ailments. Different types of diseases that the medicinal use of marijuana could help treat are cited, and the need for public awareness about the usefulness of medicinal marijuana is also discussed.
From the Paper "Currently, many controversial topics divide the nation, giving rise to debate and argument amongst the people. Gun control, abortion, and the death penalty are such prevalent subjects that the slightest news related to them can be seen in newspapers, magazines, and other sources of media. National debates have been waged over such issues, and national organizations have been founded to gather supporters for their cause. These subjects are important of course, but they overshadow other issues that could find resolution with more publicity. In the cases of many controversial topics, the facts are not presented in a manner which clarifies people's common misconceptions. One issue with many of these misconceptions is the legalization of medical marijuana."
Tags: illegal, psychoactive, drug, doctors, patients, illnesses, american, medical, association
Abstract This paper presents a positive review of Wexler's book, "Fire in a Canebrake". The paper begins with a brief summary of the book, and then follows with a look at how Wexler's style makes the book interesting and captivating to the reader. The paper also points out that, through her book, Wexler reveals a great deal about race in America, both today and in the past.
From the Paper "In Fire in a Canebrake: The Last Mass Lynching in America, Laura Wexler paints a disturbing and convincing portrait of race in America. Her detached point of view allows the reader to become personally involved in the story, and creates a powerful feeling of suspense. Further, Wexler's thorough analysis of the search for the killers is equally involving. Ultimately, Fire in a Canebrake reveals a great deal about the pervasiveness of racial tension and inequalities in America."
Abstract A short analysis of the imagery and symbolism behind Ken Kesey's, "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest", an epic work on society, individuality, and fear. Quotes from the book are used to support the conclusions drawn from Kesey's supposed intentions. A major theme in the paper focuses on how Kesey emphasized the importance of delusions versus reality.
From the Paper "The old-fashioned "mental asylum" was rumoured to be full of screaming men, popping pills in their world of illusions; utterly unfit to lead civilized lives and left to shriek and cower in isolation. Modern medicine and modern politesse have changed the ancient chaos of the Bellevue into a white padded room, full of calm and care and cures. Both the past and the present stereotypes are equally false, because the ones who create them are not the ones living them. Whether true to the conventional idea of reality or not, it's the inhabitants who create the habitat and imbue it with their perceptions. One of the miracles of Ken Kesey's book, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, was that he created an false reality that could be easily accepted as fact. Kesey created a psychotic Indian and made his delusions of machines and mutations as indisputably real as the starched white uniforms of Big Nurse herself. It was the imagery Kesey was able to evoke that lent the hospital its sense of validity, not because of what it really was, but because of what it really seemed."
Abstract An analysis of the narrative book 'Frederick Douglas'. A narration about slavery experienced by Frederick Douglass, a slave during the American period of slavery. The author discusses the history of slavery in the American society, its causes and effects.
From the Paper "This narrative of an American slave shows in great detail, the horrors of being a slave, and the severity and callousness of the slaveholders of the South. The reader witnesses the growth of Frederick Douglass from a young slave to a free man, all the while experiencing the great terrors and misfortunes of slave life. In the South, during the 1800s, it was a crime punishable by death for a slave to be taught to read and write. However, Douglass secretly taught himself, and because of this, we have the opportunity to read one of the most powerful testimonies of slavery in American history."
Tags: civil, trade, war, cruel, abuse, torture, calousness, suffer, freedom, imprisonment, force
Abstract An analysis of Mikhail Bulgakov's "The Master and Margarita". The author describes the use of structure, text and style in the novel often referred to as 'fantasy'. The author discusses how these reveal the theme of good and evil in the novel.
From the Paper "Mikhail Bulgakov's The Master and Margarita is a tale of black magic and of a spiritual journey. Ivan Bezdomy, whose surreal spiritual adventure, is the eye of the story's illusionary hurricane, doesn"t even get his name in the title. This discussion, based on the premise that this is more Ivan's story than the Master"s, attempts to track the trickery that masquerades as Bulgakov's search for a hero. Careful analysis of structure, text and style reveals that Ivan and the Master are actually schizophrenic halves of the same character. The style in which Bulgakov chooses to write this novel, has been variously described as "magical realism" (Grenier 286), ? bizarre phantasmagoria? (Wakeman 240), and a "fantasy" (Calendar 76). This style is brilliantly suited to Bulgakov's intent which is not only to satirize Stalinist Russia, but to deeply ponder the nature of good and evil and to present the union of Ivan and the Master as a foil for Satan."
Abstract This paper presents arguments in favor of the legalization of Marijuana. The author argues that legalization would benefit the economy and society by reducing crime and violence.
From the Paper "Slowly, the old man inhales the sweet smelling smoke and instantly relaxes. Time goes by slowly, stress melts like an ice cube, and the man feels a great sense of fatigue. Finally the man can go to sleep and rest in peace. These are just a few of the reasons people smoke marijuana. By making marijuana illegal, the government is deciding for the people what is healthy for them. Decriminalizing marijuana causes more harm than good. The war on drugs seems to be failing to achieve what it is meant for. Illegalizing marijuana violates civil liberties, causes social disorder, and increases crime and violence. The best solution to reduce these problems is to legalize marijuana for medicinal and recreational use."
Abstract This paper argues in favor of genetic research. The author feels that many things that once seemed impossible now seem more possible everyday. Scientists may find a cure for cancer or other diseases such as Alzheimer's disease.
From the Paper "Human gene mapping is a highly advanced scientific topic. It has many current uses, such as treatment for certain diseases, production of energy, and has helped farmers with their crops. Even with all these current uses, The Human Genome Project ultimately lies in the future. There is so much potential in this project. Through the study of genes and proteins, many of the worst diseases such as cancer may be cured. The aging process may be slowed down. There may be new, better forms of energy. People may be identified through DNA fingerprints. Ultimately, Human beings may be created to be smarter and stronger. All these ideas seem unattainable, but the truth is that they are closer to becoming reality everyday."
Abstract This paper claims that symbolic representation has been lost or forgotten through translations of the story to English. The paper therefore explores the symbolic imagery and shows how it adds to the plot of the story. The analysis also includes historical background, a summary of the novel, and a discussion of the theme of unfulfilled love in the novel.
From the Paper "?It was such a beautiful voice that it struck one as sad.? The comparison with beauty and sorrow is made often, evoking a sense of hollowness and pity. In the end Komako is left alone to take care of Yoko with her scarred face and herself with the wounds of rejection and despair. The women are symbols of beauty crushed and disfigured by their circumstances that are ugly despite the magnificence of their environment. The novel revels in contrasts of appearance and fact and how both are changed in time. It describes potential that does not reach its promise and is presented using picturesque language instead of simple narration."
Abstract The paper begins with a history of stadiums and spectator sports, and compares the current period with ancient Greece and Rome. The paper then cites reasons given for public funding of stadium building and refutes each reason. The paper concludes that public funding of stadiums is a bad idea; Public money should be used for activities and institutions that provide substantial benefit to the public such as education, environmental protection and healthcare.
From the Paper "While it has become common practice during the last decade for cities to spend vast sums of money to build new stadiums and arenas for sports teams, they should not do so. Public money should be spent only on those activities and institutions that benefit society as a whole, and professional sports must certainly does not qualify for such a characterization because not all people are sports fans. Of course, there are many publicly funded institutions that not everyone uses. You may never need to have firefighters come to your house, or may never need to be transported to a hospital. You may not have children and so may not use the public schools. However, these services are different in that most if not all citizens want to have such services available if they are needed. People do not want to see members of their families die because there is no ambulance service. People do not feel the same way about sports facilities for the very good reason that such facilities do not serve either the needs or potential needs of all citizens."
Tags: stadia, arena, stade, spectacle, taxes, sporting, event, city, subsidizing
Abstract The author uses Primo Levi's autobiography, "Survival in Auschwitz," to describe the everyday life of a prisoner in the Nazi concentration camp, Auschwitz. The author gives a brief biography of Primo Levi, and describes how he ended up at Auschwitz, including his experiences on the train ride from Italy. Some of the issues discussed are the day-to-day activities in the camp, and how Levi actually managed to survive the horror in which he was living.
From the Paper "Yet another element in his survival was his friendship with two Italians, Alberto, a fellow H"ftling, and Lorenzo, an Italian civilian worker at the Buna installation whom Levi met by chance. Levi was assigned to Alfredo's block after a two-week stay in the Ka-Be (sick house.) Levi and Alberto shared rations and supported each other in their quest for survival. Lorenzo's friendship was of even greater importance. Lorenzo became Levi's protector and brought him a piece of bread and what was left of his ration every day for six months. Lorenzo's conduct was atypical of the civilian behavior toward the H"ftlinge in the camp. The civilians saw the degraded and disfigured slaves as deserving of their fate even when they threw them potatoes or bread. Above all, Lorenzo treated Levi as a human being, and it was that treatment which Levi believes kept him alive."
Abstract This paper examines the novel "Midaq Alley" in light of the social reality that it depicts. The characters, Muslims in Cairo, and what they represent in terms of human needs, social class and economic status, are discussed.
From the Paper "The novel Midaq Alley by Naguib Mahfouz is a portrayal of several individuals living within a particular section of Cairo. Almost all of the characters are Muslim. Several are middle class but others, the most striking of the narrative, are quite poor and simply struggle to survive. Through creating such variety of characters from different social stratum, whom all meet in the context of the alley of the title, the author is able to construct a novel that both tells a tale and yet is also revelatory on a social and on a political level. The book has often been called "important" not just in terms of its humor and striking literary value, but because of the unsentimental social reality it depicts."
Tags: Muslim, poor, society, need, class, status, Egypt, motherhood, middle-class
