Abstract
This paper attempts to compare the leadership and the times of the Pax Romana era to that of today's Pax Americana era. The paper suggests that, overall, Pax Romana was better for the people of Rome and of foreign nations, than Pax Americana is for the people of today.

From the Paper
"The Pax Americana positions the United States as the most powerful nation in the world, and forced to act as policeman, arbiter, and peace-keeper, while providing funds for the lesser nations of our century to cope with their poverty and poor economic outlooks. Of course, one can truly say that living in America is the best possible location, given the alternatives. But, why would one opt for the Pax Romana? What were Romans really like in their everyday lives that made the Pax Romana an ideal place in which to live out one's days?"

Tags:reign, caesar, augustus, death, marcus, aurelius, roman, peace, unity, peace, stability

Abstract
This paper argues that, like everything else that has impacted the American way of life, the TV has created tribulations with some viewers, who believe in accusations such as how the TV is inappropriate for children or how it can ruin an audience's mind. There are always going to be two sides to a controversy or argument, and that is primarily the case for the television. The paper shows that although the opposition's belief toward the television might seem logical, more than not has the television satisfied many Americans, while shaping the American lifestyle in a positive way. The paper argues that since television's introduction in the 1940s and 1950s, it has proven to be a revolutionary instrument that has influenced political, social and economic changes in America, while contributing to keeping the American dream alive.

From the Paper
"The "boob tube," in its early continuation of the 40s and 50s, also signified change in American society and cultural principles. Ed Weiner, a TV statistician for over fifty years, has studied sitcoms closely and can prove this transition. According to Weiner's studies, when Lucile Ball of the famous sitcom I Love Lucy became pregnant in 1952, the writers wanted to incorporate the pregnancy into the show's story line. Pregnant women had never been included in a film or radio plot before and was a subject that many writers tried to avoid. However, the show allowed it, and doing so opened the moral barriers found in the entertainment industry and society itself. CBS in the process lined up priests, ministers and rabbis in order to review all the pregnancy scripts to protect themselves (76)".

Tags:I, Love, Lucy, boob, tube, Ed, Sullivan

Abstract
This essay will argue that the American government has played an integral role in the construction and maintenance of the "military industrial complex" that is the foundation of American superpower status. However, as will be seen, the massive government spending associated with this status has warped the American economy and profoundly altered the social geography of the United States in the process.

Abstract
This paper analyzes the works of two Canadian writers: Guillermo Verdecchia and Fred Wah. More specifically, through an analysis of Verdecchia's "Fronteras Americanas" and Wah's "Diamond Grill", the paper looks at how the works of both authors reveal a special interest in matters relating to race and culture.

From the Paper
"Verdecchia was born in Latin America, but raised in Canada. The stresses that he underwent due to being a member of a visible minority group are reflected in his work. One of the most obvious ways that they are reflected is in the way Verdecchia uses and plays with stereotypes in his plays. Wah, on the other hand, was born and raised in Canada."

Tags:verdecchia, wah, stereotypes

Abstract
The paper argues that the United States faces a powerful, upcoming challenge from Asian rivals - most of all, from India - that may lead to the end of the Pax Americana by the end of this century. To explore this thesis to the full, the paper looks at how America rose to pre-eminence in the world, in part, because of war; that is to say, the Civil War allowed it to develop a formidable army, infrastructure and communications network, while the Second World War so enervated Europe that the US was able to confidently step into the vacuum. With that as the context, the paper also notes how America's enemies or rivals can engage the US by fighting a variety of different "wars" that are not military in nature - wars that are technological, economic, political and cultural in nature. In a related vein, American technology, the economy, the political system of this land, and American culture, are all pillars upon which American glory has been built. The paper asserts that lamentably, these pillars may not be as durable as once thought, and only time will tell if America can right itself in time. In the end, the paper concludes that the future is a clouded one, indeed.

From the Paper
"The following paper will argue that the United States faces a powerful, upcoming challenge from Asian rivals - most of all, from India - that may lead to the end of the Pax Americana by the end of this century. To explore this thesis to the full, the ensuing essay will look at how America rose to pre-eminence in the world, in part, because of war; that is to say, the Civil War allowed it to develop a formidable army, infrastructure and communications network, while the Second World War so enervated Europe that the US was able to confidently step into the vacuum."

Tags:global, system, america

Abstract
In this article, the writer discusses that the traditions that underlie the revolutionary bourbon drink can be traced back to early Americans that made their home in the United States. For more than two centuries, this drink has continued to change throughout time without losing its roots, which are engrained in Americana. The writer elaborates on the dramatic contributions made throughout history, and discusses several key individuals that took part of keeping this drink alive through the ages. The writer notes that presidential ties to this drink have been common, with George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Abraham Lincoln all playing significant parts in the historical foundations of bourbon. The writer concludes that at the current rate, bourbon will continue to play a role in the recreational activities of many people, and should continue to set the precedent in alcoholic beverages in centuries to come.

From the Paper
"Before George Washington was commanding the revolutionary forces, several references also describe him as a whiskey producer within the original colonies. However, as time went by, the government began to see whiskey and bourbon as a powerful commodity, and elevated the drink from bootlegging status to a full-fledged demanded commodity. In fact, during the revolution, the Whiskey Rebellion of 1791 occurred because of a revolt of settlers. Here, these inhabitants did not want to pay a tax on this precious homegrown drink, and began to revolt. So, ironically, Washington was forced to send his army to dispel the intense rioters, even though he once played a part in making bourbon without paying taxes to individuals in charge. These dramatic events would shape bourbon's historical perspectives within American culture."

Tags:whiskey, scotch, distilleries, alcohol

Abstract
James Wright comments on life in an American steel town with his poem "Autumn Begins in Martins Ferry, Ohio." Using free verse, Wright is nonetheless able to imbue the poem with flowing cadence. The paper shows how the poet offers his readers a glimpse into a small segment of Americana, while at the same time delivering universal human truths. The paper shows how "Autumn Begins" is an observation of the crowd and activity at a high school football game. In the first stanza, the narrator muses about the various minority groups in Martins Ferry. The second stanza is devoted to the state of affairs of American family life and the state of mind of the wives at home. Finally, the third stanza depicts the young athletes, who play an aggressive sport that mimics their father's hard work. The paper shows that "Autumn Begins in Martins Ferry, Ohio" combines modern poetic devices and a somber tone to convey life in Middle America.

From the Paper
"While the free verse style of the poem does not provide the reader with metric structure, it does correspond to the content of the poem. The narrator, who remains unidentified throughout the poem, speaks in a reflective tone. He or she wishes to remain an observer and does not reveal anything about him or herself. The focus of the poem is on the people and situations described by the narrator. While any judgments made about life in Martins Ferry, Ohio are subtle, the tone of the poem becomes dark and almost foreboding. Diction is the key to conveying such a tone; the poet chooses such words as "starved," "dying," "suicidally," and "terribly." Even at the beginning of the poem, images of gray-faced "Negroes in the blast furnace," and "ruptured night watchmen" build an atmosphere of depression. While the narrator watches an innocent high school football match, he or she notices that the people in this town do not live lives of joy."

Tags:narrator, Immigrants, American, Dream

Abstract
This paper argues that the United States faces a powerful, upcoming challenge from Asian rivals - most of all, from India - that may lead to the end of the Pax Americana by the end of this century. The paper examines how America rose to pre-eminence in the world, in part, because of war; that is to say, the Civil War allowed it to develop a formidable army, infrastructure and communications network, while the Second World War so enervated Europe that the US was able to confidently step into the vacuum. The paper also looks at how America's enemies or rivals can engage the US by fighting a variety of different "wars" that are not military in nature - wars that are technological, economic, political and cultural in nature. The writer suggest that although the pillars of American prosperity and might have been historically durable, shifting currents could change all that. The writer then concludes that ultimately, America must start re-assessing the course it is on or its empire will end up in the dustbin of history.

From the Paper
"The origins of the rise to power of the United States may be found in the nineteenth century. Obviously, this was the century that saw America overwhelm natives at home, settle the vast expanses of the west, capture Texas and New Mexico, and finally resolve the painful slavery issue that had taken so much out of the union for so long. More than that, the nineteenth century was a period in which the country emerged as a formidable military power - ironically because of the very Civil War that resulted in so much carnage. Specifically, the American Civil War was the first war in which "mechanized and electrified devices" like railroad trains, aerial observation, photography, telegraphy, mines, torpedoes, ironclad ships and rifles were all used; in short, these recent innovations were modified and adapted to the exigencies of war."

Tags:industrial, revolution, modern, war, Indian, superpower

Abstract
This paper explains that Starbucks' currently mixed success in Japan is evidence that attempting to replicate an American fast food franchise success story, without adapting to local tastes and needs, is a recipe for disaster. The author points out that, relying upon the Japanese taste for newness and Americana, Starbucks quickly found itself running up against (1) Japan's notoriously fad driven economy, (2) Japanese cultural differences such as smoking and (3) not providing enough tea alternatives. The paper relates that with so many Japanese people eating out, Starbucks Japan had many marketing problems relating to its food quality, in terms of freshness and selection; unlike in the U.S., ovens had to be installed in all stores to improve the freshness of its food offerings.

From the Paper
"Initially, it seemed that Starbucks had many advantages in adapting its "circular, green-and-black logo" to Japan. One external advantage enjoyed by Starbucks, an advantage integral to the Japanese culture, was the Japanese peoples' food buying habits. For instance, although it is an industrialized country, supermarkets are less common in Japan than they are in the United States. Many people shop and eat habitually in local neighborhood stores and eateries in Japan because it is impractical to drive to a large supermarket. Patronizing coffee and noodle shops is an ingrained part of local culture."

Tags:franchise, local, fad, tea, food

Abstract
There are very few other trees in America that have a wider distribution than the elm. This paper examines the history of the trees in America and how they were used by the early colonists. It examines the negative aspects of the tree, as well as diseases which affect it.

From the Paper
"Usually the American elm can be found growing in lowlands and along streams as far south as northern Florida and as far east as eastern Texas. Because of this, U. americana is sometimes called the swamp elm. Rich, well-drained lowlands are where it grows best. In a forest, these elms are commonly found with no branches up to 50 feet above the ground and with trunks 2-4 feet in diameter. This will cause the elm to develop arching branches and a smaller crown."

Tags:Ulmus, americana, DED, Ophiostoma, ulmi