Philosophy papers

This well-researched paper reviews and analyzes the similarities and differences in the main characters of Willy Loman in Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman" and Oedipus in Sophocles' "Oedipus Rex."

A discussion on John Locke, his views and contributions to society.

An analysis of Daoism as a way of systems thinking.

This paper analyzes the ethicality of the practice known as "ambulance chasing".

This paper discusses the impact of the Enlightenment on the French and Haitian revolutions.

A look at how Confucianism, Daoism and Legalism have influenced Chinese culture.

A discussion on Marx and his his philosophy on materialism.

The writer of this paper focuses on the spiritual concept of the subtle body, which is an accepted philosophical component in various Asian cultures and traditions, including Samkhya-Yoga and Buddhism.

This paper examines the life and accomplishments of philosopher Niccolo Machiavelli while also defining the true meaning of humanism and its relevance to Machiavelli's view on religion and the world in general.

A detailed rebuttal of many common criticisms of Ayn Rand's 'objectivism,' otherwise known as 'ethical egoism.'

This paper analyzes the views and opinions of two English philosophers, John Locke and Thomas Hobbes, on the topic of God and the American government.

This paper analyzes the field of cybernetics and human communications while focusing on the views and opinions of linguistics expert Gregory Bateson.

This in-depth paper defines and analyzes the effects of power during the modern and postmodern eras, while focusing on the views and opinions of sociologist Max Weber and philosopher Michel Foucault.

A discussion on Immanuel Kant's and John Start Mill's distinct theories of morality.

This paper discusses Plato on the topic of justice and Aristotle on the topic of pride.

A comparison of different philosophical topics using a mock web page as the format for comparison.

This paper discusses various philosophies, which explore the question: Does God Exist?

This paper details the scientific premise behind lightning and electricity.

This paper examines the concept of free will as presented in George Orwell's essay "Shooting an Elephant" and by existentialist philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre.

An overview of the life and ideas of this ancient Greek philosopher.

This paper reviews and analyzes Aristotle's "Nicomachean Ethics," which express the Greek philosopher's numerous fundamental concerns.

This paper examines the teachings of Greek philosopher Socrates as well as that of his student, Plato.

This paper discusses the writings of philosophers from the Age of Enlightenment especially Jean-Jacques Rousseau and Immanuel Kant.

A discussion on the nature of reality using Descartes' "Meditations On First Philosophy" and the movie "The Matrix".

This well-researched paper provides a comprehensive overview of early Islamic mysticism as well as a detailed analysis of its continued impact on today's Muslim society.

A personal exploration and definition of knowledge.

Examines the debate of miracles presented by David Humes' work, "Of Miracles".

An evaluation of the nature and purpose of knowledge.

Provides the reader with a review of the modern and postmodern theories of applying meaning in knowledge.

A critique of the philosophy of Julia Kristeva.

Examines briefly how philosopher Immanuel Kant viewed goodness.

This in-depth paper analyzes the definition regarding the true meaning of work and its impact on business, as perceived by various social scientists.

This paper discusses five adult education philosophies and their application to the classroom.

This paper discusses Aristotle's rhetorical theory and its influence on modern democracy.

An analogy between Hinduism and Christianity regarding sacrifice.

A philosophical essay about the nature of personality, emotions and free will.

This paper analyzes the philosophy of renowned historian G.W. Hegel, who is believed to have created the philosophy of history, based on his life experiences and beliefs.

This paper examines the five main principles associated with Reiki, a healing process that allows individuals to help themselves through the use of their own energy forces.

This paper examines whether or not a link exists between race, IQ and intelligence or if this is just a myth known as the imaginary white-black gap.

This paper examines the traditional roles of men and women and the division of labor according to gender in prehistoric societies, while focusing on two particular primitive cultures, the hunters and gatherers and the pastoralists.

This paper analyzes how one's initial impression and perception of fellow human beings impact and determine our expectations of these individuals.

This paper examines the various differences in the Samurai and Ninja philosophies, which many in Western culture consider to be one in the same.

This paper focuses on the ongoing debate as to which is more influential, nature or nurture.

This paper examines the role as well as the progress of the African-American woman in feminism while comparing her to that of her white counterpart.

This paper explores the issue of human nature and focuses on the views and theories of philosophers Thomas Hobbes and David Hume.

This paper compares the political philosophy of Thomas Hobbes, John Locke and Nicoli Machiavelli.

This paper analyzes the available evidence that suggests that Jesus Christ had a strong connection to the Essenes people, a Judaic sect that prospered before and during the time of Christ.

A creative piece on what "might be," using the Iraqi town of Fallujah as the site of a near-contemporary Utopia where art, philosophy, kindness, and responsibility are cornerstones of their new democracy.

This paper examines the history and rituals surrounding the religious practice of Bhagavad Gita which is a branch of Hinduism.

This paper examines the philosophy of Immanuel Kant, considered one of the most influential thinkers of modern Europe and an expert on moral enlightenment.

This paper discusses the theme of "memento mori" a Latin phrase that means "remember mortality" as presented in Jonathan Nolan's short story "Memento Mori" and Christopher Nolan's film "Memento".

This paper discusses the persons who influenced Aristotle and Aristotle's influence on many fields including the physical and biological sciences, politics, psychology, poetry and logic.

A review of Thomas Hobbes innovative "Leviathan".

An explanation of 9/11 in the eyes of Carl Jung.

This paper relates that Thomas Hobbes and John Locke represent opposite ends of the spectrum of seventeenth century political philosophy.

This paper examines Europe's historical and cultural influences which led to the birth of western civilization.

This well-researched paper details the culture, religion and traditions surrounding the Islamic way of life.

Examines the works of intellectuals and what they have to write about the idea of violence.

An analysis of how Karl Marx's theory of alienation affects Marxist political thought.

This paper compares the philosophy of Rousseau in Maupassant's "Une Partie de Campagne" with that of Schopenhauer in Dostoevsky's "Notes from Underground".

A critical analysis of the book, "The Morality of Law" by Lon Fuller.

This paper reviews "Banishing Bureaucracy" by David Osborne and Peter Plastrik which focuses on the importance of cultural change as one of the five strategic components needed in making various bureaucracies and military organizations more efficient.

An overview of the analytic and phenomenology schools of thought and their responses to science.

An analysis of Lawrence Kohlberg's theory of moral stage development.

A philosophical look at E.M. Forster's " Passage to India and Tayeb Salih's, " Season of Migration to the North".

This paper discusses section by section, Barry Schwartz' "The New Humanism: Art in a Time of Change", which defends the humanist tradition as exemplified in selected works of art.

An examination of ways to define the concept of species.

This paper defines the utilitarian philosophy while discussing its moral relevance in today's society in areas such as religion and warfare.

An overview of the life and career of seventeenth century mathematical genius, Blaise Pascal.

An analysis of the impact of social stratification on social development.

A look at the goal,history and criticisms of transcendental meditation.

This paper compares B.F. Skinner's theories on behaviorism with Jean-Paul Sartre's existentialist views.

Summarizes the life and works of Jeremy Bentham, English philosopher and political thinker.

Examines the conflict between necessity and happiness in Sigmund Freud's work.

An analysis of the Machiavelli book "The Prince".

An analysis of Niccolo Machiavelli's ideas about leadership.

Examines similarities in the works of Alfred, Lord Tennyson and Gerald Manley Hopkins regarding a connection with God.

A review of the life and philanthropy of Andrew Carnegie.

This paper focuses Thomas Kuhn's essay: "The Nature And Necessity of Scientific Revolutions" in which Kuhn contends that the majority of scientific knowledge is in fact not of a cumulative nature.

An analysis of the interplay between philosophy, poetry and divinity in Aristophanes' play "Clouds".

This paper examines the age-old question: Is there life after death?

An analysis of phenomenology as a new approach to human understanding.

A philosophical examination of the connection between slavery and the Christian religion.

An analysis of the art and philosophy of ancient Greece.

A philosophical look at the meaning of truth.

Examines the famous theory, 'The First Treatise' by third century theologian, Origen.

This paper evaluates Evelyn Fox Keller's "Reflections on Gender and Science" in terms of Sigmund Freud's concept of Weltanschauung as presented in his "New Introductory Lectures on Psycho-Analysis".

This well-researched paper explores the birth of the Marxist movement and its effect on eastern European countries both before and after the fall of the Soviet Union.

This paper details the turbulent political era from 1865-1920 when modernist forces emerged as the dominant philosophical influence on political and economic life in the U.S.

This paper examines the development of the punishment and justice system in Europe as detailed in Michael Foucault's "Discipline and Punish: The Birth of the Prison."

This paper examines Sander Gilman's argument that disease and illness are main avenues for projecting societal beliefs, views and ideologies, as detailed in his book "Disease and Representation."

An analysis of the clash between religious pacifism and warrior culture.

This in-depth paper analyzes the U.S. Constitution, the Bill of Rights and Federalist Papers while contending that these historical works of writing contain the basic principles which most democratic societies around the world are built upon.

This paper discusses Alan Turing's Turing Test and the Computational Theory of Mind.

A study of some of the more well known contributors to political philosophy.

An examination of the influences of environment on character.

A discussion of Plato's work, "The Republic", Book III.

A discussion about truth and whether it remains constant or whether it is changeable.