Abstract
This paper analyzes a poem, "An Agony. As Now" by Amiri Baraka, showing the poet observing himself from some distance and taking stock of what he sees. The paper shows how the tone of the poem is bifurcated, as the poet is both observer and observed, an idea expressed from the first as if he (the consciousness) were trapped inside a body he does not admire and may even fear.

From the Paper
"Amiri Baraka's poem "An Agony. As Now" from 1964 presents the poet observing himself from some distance and taking stock of what he sees. The tone of the poem is thus bifurcated, as the poet is both observer and observed, an idea expressed from the first as if he (the consciousness) were trapped inside a body he does not admire and may even fear. This is evident from the first as the poet writes, I am inside someone--- who hates me. I look out from his eyes (1-3). This approach allows him to take a jaundiced view of himself and criticize..."

Tags:baraka, jones, poem

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This paper relates that Amiri Baraka's poem "An Agony. As Now" presents the poet observing himself from some distance and taking stock of what he sees. The paper describes how the poet expresses the nature of the black man in American society; he has been made to hate himself by the majority white society that prevents him from feeling complete. The paper shows how he is at war with himself, between the self he was made to be by circumstances and the self he wants to be and is trying to become.

From the Paper
"The work expresses the divided and in some ways unfinished nature of the black man in American society, in keeping with the use of only the left parenthesis because the black man may have started becoming but has been thwarted and prevented from achieving completion. In addition, the poet is expressing the view that his reality and his sense of self depends on his hatred of others. He says he hates himself, because he has been made to hate himself by the majority white society that prevents him from feeling complete. When he looks out at himself and hates himself, it is because of his inability to overcome the limitations placed on him. In the world in which he lives, "innocence is a weapon" (13)."

Tags:self-hate, pain, Blacks, society, emotion, imagery, LeRoi, Jones

Abstract
This paper takes a thorough look at the drug MDMA (ecstasy). It characterizes the types of people who use it and uses case studies and medical data to explain the effects of the drug and dangers of its use. The writer also explores the problems in controlling its distribution.

From the Paper
"A large proportion of young people in the world today are users of the drug MDMA, or ecstasy, for a simple reason: it provides them with access to an experience that they value. Yet the majority of first-time users has no access to reliable information about the drug and relies on folklore for guidance; many regard the drug as completely harmless, sometimes even beneficial. Unfortunately, ecstasy use can prove fatal, as it has on many occasions. Besides the fact that the drug itself causes several unfavorable short- and long-term effects, many of which remain unknown, the actual content of doses sold on the streets is questionable. The processes of manufacturing and distributing ecstasy are quite inexpensive, and hold much appeal for criminals seeking out a lucrative niche in the drug market. The difficulties in classifying the drug ecstasy have caused complications in creating legislation for the control of its distribution and use; the number of abusers is constantly growing. Ecstasy is one of the most popular, yet dangerous drugs on the underground market today."

Tags:abuse, drug, ecstasy, mdma, narcotic, distribution, addict

Abstract
The paper focuses on Arshile Gorky's "Agony" and also examines Philip Guston's "Untitled (Waiting)", Barnett Newman's "Vir Heroicus Sublimis", Giacometti's work, Robert Motherwell's work and Robert Morris' "Untitled (Threadwaste)". The paper identifies in all five works of art the artist's continuous affection for pure imagination exercises, an important characteristic of modern, abstract art. The paper explains that under the anguish of the 20th century uncertainties, the artist finds refuge in his work and discovers inner traits of his personality, which, otherwise, would have probably not come out. The paper adds that we do not need to seek interpretations of the artists' work, but simply enjoy the colors, shapes and attitudes for a simple aesthetic pleasure.

From the Paper
"Arshile Gorky's "Agony" is one of the excellent examples of how contemporary art turns into an abstract representation of an artist's most inner beliefs, a reflection of his post-modernist anger and anxiety facing the realities of the 20th century. Looking at his life as an Armenian refugee whose mother had died in his arms during the Turkish genocide, Arshile Gorky probably best reflects a sum of all these feelings, eventually translated into an early refuge from this life (the artist committed suicide in 1948).
"As a great representation of modern art, it is difficult to give out a realistic interpretation of this work, but the goal is rather to reveal inner feelings awakened by it. The first thing that is likely to make the viewer wonder is the incredible way the colors are combined into a rainbow of beliefs. There are several categories of colors successfully blended into this work. First of all, we have the bright colors, such as numerous nuances of red, with occasional intermissions of purple and pink."

Tags:colors, shapes, attitudes, imagination, personality

Abstract
This paper presents three case studies that were taken from the advice column in the Chicago Tribune with the aim of analyzing them using the framework of consensus, consistency, and distinctiveness of the person's reactions.

From the Paper
''The actor in this situation is behaving in such manner because the 19-year old who's in a relationship with her father breaks the equilibrium (as she has already mentioned that her father has never been in a relationship since her parents' divorced). This is the distinctive component of the problem. On the other hand, we can see that the advice of the observer lacks consistency on the part of the social actor. As a matter of fact, Phillips' advice contradicts the reader's behavior, i.e. by saying that instead of discouraging the relationship, she should give her father and his girl a chance. Lastly, the advice has not reached any sort of consensus because of the pertinent inconsistency between the advice and the reader's feelings. Understand that the behavior of the reader was not, in any way, reinforced by Phillips.''

Tags:behavior, observer, advice

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This paper takes a quote from the book "My Brother Sam is Dead" and discusses whether or not the U.S. could have survived without so much bloodshed. The writer of this paper allows for the discussion of American policies and historical decisions that have caused killing in the name of Americans. The paper focuses mainly on the period around the Civil War and the expansion to the West.

From the Paper
"Throughout American history residents have been led to believe that the American Revolution was a necessary evil that could not be avoided at any costs. The killing and the agony that was involved in that revolution have been taught in classrooms since the beginning of public education as necessary to the cause(Collier, 1989). In more recent years however, many have begun to question whether or not it was really as necessary as it has been portrayed over the years. In a book by Lincoln and Christopher Collier called My Brother Sam is Dead the possibility of there being to much violence used comes to light through the telling of the plot. After reading the book the answer to the question Could the United States have made its way without all that agony and killing? Becomes a startling and revealing no."

Tags:revolution, patriotism, violence, politics, murder, bloodshed

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This paper explains that the actions of Sethe, the principal character, are the ultimate gesture of a mother loving her daughter. Sethe, who was once a slave, chose to kill her daughter rather then allow her to live a life of slavery. The author points out that the reader's task is to find a way to understand her guilt and thus understand her motivation for murdering her daughter. The paper concludes that the novel emphasizes the importance of the community and an individual's search for self, which characterizes the survival struggle of Black Americans; the black community with its cohesiveness and harmony is an essential factor to healing 244 years of slavery and another 133 years of political abuse.

From the Paper
"The passing of the Louisiana Black Code in 1865, confirmed the belief that the whites believed the blacks could not handle the responsibility or the rights of true citizens. The white society believed the blacks did not deserve these rights because they were inferior and simply less than human. With these beliefs still in place, one could honestly say that slavery had never ended. Although the blacks were free, the their everyday rights were abolished. The Louisiana Black Codes stated that Negroes were not permitted to rent or keep a house. In addition, the Codes went on to say that Negroes could not sell, barter or exchange any merchandise. The Codes went on to state that Negroes were required to be in the regular service of some white person, or former owner. This former owner or white person was held responsible for the conduct of said Negro. Face it. This was returning to the days of slavery."

Tags:slavery, codes, murder, community, struggle

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The paper looks at the arguments of James Rachels and how they provide a unique and effective allegory in relating the reasons why euthanasia should be supported in use for terminally ill patients. The paper discusses how the nature of suffering for these types of patients is provisional to understanding how health care institutions deny the use of 'assisted suicide' to help halt the agony of terminally ill patients. The paper explains the argument that letting these patients die in agony is just as immoral as killing them outright.

Tags:doctor, death, euthanasia

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This paper examines the character Heracles, a popular Greek figure used by both Sophocles and Euripides in their writings. Heracles was a Greek hero who later became a Greek god and is associated with labors, conquering animals and monsters,merriment and violence. It discusses how in Sophocles' "Trachiniae", the story is of the agony of Heracles before his death is told, in Euripides', "The Heracles", his madness is revealed and in "The Alcestis", he plays a role in bringing an innocent woman back from the dead. It shows how even though both Sophocles and Europides view Heracles as a god and share many similar opinions on him, both writers see Heracles in a different light and portray him in different ways.

From the Paper
"Sophocles' Trachiniae is mainly about Heracles' cruel insensitivity. His mistreatment of his wife Deianira drives her to insane jealousy, which leads her to accidentally kill him. When he brings a mistress home with him in the story, Deianira sends Heracles a robe, which she intends to use to rekindle their love. However, the robe is poisoned and kills him instead. Deianira finds out that Heracles' enemy Nessus used her as his means of revenge."

Tags:sophocles, euripides, god, hero

Abstract
In this 15 page paper the author takes a look at the attacks on the World Trade Center. He begins the examination by looking at how the media dealt with the event and the effect that this has had on people ? was it really necessary to show so much detail? Was the media coverage sensationalizing? The author moves on to examine the ethics of reporting and looks at the various debates that are currently going on concerning this issue. The author concludes with a specific look at the way the media works during times of war and makes reference to the Gulf War, The Israeli/Palestinian Conflict and Afghanistan and talks of the media acting as a visual conduit.

From the paper:

"Who can forget the graceful turn of the massive jet as it turned to slam into the second tower, and the massive fireball that plumed outward? There are some pictures that change the world, like the photograph of Kim Phuc at My Laia little girl in flames and running. The image of Americans leaping to their death from the upper floors of the towers is like that, and the chilling choreography of their free fall was captured on film as they plummeted to their death rather than endure the agony of burning up."

Tags:september, 11, photographs, television, coverage, peter, Jennings, abc, news, America, photojournalism, firefighter, victims, psychological, effects, cnn, pentagon, nightmares, depression, harm, terror, terrorism, physical, devastation, obligation, families, trauma, memory, 911