Abstract In this article, a contemporary examination of John Bright's "A History of Israel" reveals significant deficiencies of methodology, as confirmed by recent archaeological "revelations". The writer contends that these discoveries should not impugn the content of Bright's work; rather, his history should be viewed strictly as a religious (and as such, not fact-based) history.
From the Paper "An authoritative history of the Old Testament such as John Bright's 'A History of Israel' must ironically proceed on a degree of faith. This naturally undermines the intent of the work from the outset which is ostensibly to authenticate patriarchal traditions by providing them with a historical basis. Bright, in accepting most Biblical accounts as realities-including the covenant at Sinai, ancient Old Testament claims to monotheism and the Genesis rendering of a personal relation between the individual and his God ultimately masquerades religious dogma as serious history. Bright's thick ... "
Tags: john bright, a history of israel, revisionist history, archaeology, biblical history, old testament, judaism
Abstract The novel, "Bright Lights, Big City", by Jay McInerney, pivots around the idea of idolizing the Mother, whether it be the main character's actual mother or any number of maternal figures in his life. This paper makes the claim that all the female figures mentioned in the novel are really meant to displace the idea of 'mother'. Only when the protagonist realizes this can he truly grow up.
From the Paper "Again she makes her motherly nature apparent by parentally comforting him when he comes back to the office without her bagel, claiming that he's just "fucking everything up" (79) these days. Putting her arm around him gently, she tells him to "take it easy" (79) and that "everything is going to be all right" (79). That is not the talk of a concerned friend, but rather the reassuring words of a mother to a child after a bad day at school. Finally, Megan makes her last appearance as "mother" when she invites the main character over to her house for dinner. Instead of the typical date atmosphere one would expect from a woman who presumably has a crush on a man, Megan says that she's going to "teach [him] how to purchase and make a meal" (133) ? an act that undoubtedly makes her resemble a parent."
Abstract In John Keats' "Bright Star," the theme conveyed is that love is always in conflict with time, but love inevitably always wins. This paper examines how the theme is best conveyed through the sonnet's structure and logical pattern, its figurative comparisons-such as similes, metaphors and imagery-and its differing tones.
From the Paper "The final and most powerful method Keats uses to show the theme of the sonnet is through the contrasting tones. The first tone Keats uses is a negative tone used to give the star, which represents time, cold distant attributes. Although he describes the star as being "steadfast," he quickly mentions its "lone splendor" as it hangs "aloft in the night." This shows the star's re-moteness from earth and human feeling. As the star is said to be "watching, with eternal lids apart," it implies that the star is just watching and not actually participating in life. The star can only be "gazing," and not living or acting."
Abstract This paper analyzes Keats' poem with respect to the laws of a Shakespearean sonnet and the spirit of the Romantics. The paper examines the wording, motif, style, diction, religious associations and use of personification to analyze and interpret the meaning of the poem.
From the Paper "In his poem, "Bright Star, Would I Were as Thou Art"(1819), Keats (John, 1795-1821) allows a close insight into a moment of intimacy between lovers while one is sound asleep and the other--who narrates--wishes to eternally stand guard beside his beloved one. By constructing a definite scheme of a Shakespearean sonnet, Keats exploits the classical elements of such a love sonnet (e.g., courtly love, masculine subjection before a mistress, and so on) to the advantage of, generally, the themes and ideals of his time , such as the mystery in nature, solitude, the meditation of the creative spirit; where personally, Keats 'injects' into the poem the themes more common of his style: the recognition of the claims of passion and emotion in the living and the vulnerability and temporality in human life as overshadowed by death. An even more intimate perception of the poem would eventually reveal the innuendoes related to Keats' own tragic love-life, and not in vain, for it was characteristic of the poets of that period to "invite [their] readers to identify the hero with the writer. ""
Abstract This paper examines and analyzes the main character in the film, "Bright Lights, Big City" in the context of his substance abuse problem and potential solutions to substance abuse and addiction.
From the Paper "The idea of Nancy Reagan's "Just Say No" to drugs was a good publicity stunt but it did not solve the drug crisis in the United States, nor really address the life styles, the frustration and boredom that may be one of the root causes of addiction, whether to drugs or alcohol .Elements of unemployment, poverty racism, sexism, family dissolution and feelings of powerlessness and alienation are associated with the problem of substance abuse. In the film "Bright Lights, Big City"..."
Tags: substance abuse, Bright Lights, Big City, compulsive, peer pressure
Abstract This article examines the authors' views regarding the history of Israel in the books "A History of Israel" by John Bright and "Looking on the Bright Side of Israel's History: Is There Pedagogical Value in A Theological Presentation of History?" by K.L. Noll. The writer compares the authors' opinions as he notes events recorded leading up to the creation of Israel in both books. The writer also looks at connections between history and the Bible's Old Testament and the questions that naturally arise. The writer examines the problem regarding the patriarchal narratives and how they can be trusted as far as accuracy, given the difference between events and the recording of those events. The writer looks at the theme presented in the Old Testament in which Israel and the Jewish people were chosen by God out of all the families of the nations.
From the Paper "Author John Bright puts out a seemingly thorough editorial effort in covering events in history leading up to the time when Israel (Palestine) became a land inhabited by Jews. One might argue though that he builds up the case for there not being an adequate way in which to determine something close to the exact history of Israel. He then seems to be backing away from that perspective, after which, confusingly, he goes back to the first position. Why, in the beginning, he spends so much time describing events in ancient Middle Eastern cultures leading up to the creation of Israel becomes somewhat clear as we move along in the book."
Abstract This paper briefly analyzes Saxton's novel which deals with America's history of racial tensions and, specifically, the struggle involved in unionization. The basic plot of the story is explained - set in World War Two, it deals with the lives of two women factory workers, one black and one white. Their characters are compared as well as their life circumstances.
From the Paper "The novel takes place during World War II, when men were off fighting wars and women, much like the fictional propaganda poster, Rosie the Riveter, were in factories, helping to contribute to the war effort and earning a living in a way that many of their mothers could not have conceived of. The setting of the novel is in the San Francisco Bay area during World War II, and is based on a real-life incident in the area. The central characters are two young women, one black, one white. Both of their lives have been shaken and transformed by the United States? government's demand that women enter the workforce as blue-collar, highly skilled mechanical and technical workers. The two are both in the same welding class and become friends as they work to qualify for the best paid jobs. "
Abstract David Bright's "The Limits of Labour: Class Formation and the Labour Movement in Calgary, 1883-1929" reflects the new generation of Canadian labour studies. It analyzes the diversity of working class culture in Calgary and cleavages within the working class during the earliest phase of industrialization in Calgary. It dismisses the traditional notion that Calgary's labour movement was ethnically homogenous and conservative.
Abstract This paper explains that Danielle Steel uses the format of the character's diary entries, which are confusing and very dark, to give a graphic portrayal of what is going on inside Nick Traina's head. The author points out that the story corresponds with many theories of causation: the biological father was an addictive personality and may have suffered from depression; and many early clues to the disease, before Nick was even four years old, were ignored by family and professionals. The paper relates that the book's depiction of the progression of the bipolar disease is very accurately portrayed, especially the difficulties for Nick, his friends and family, and the difficulties in successfully treating it.
From the Paper "The book "His Bright Light" is the story of Nick Traina, best-selling author Danielle Steel's son. He suffered from manic-depression or bipolar disease. The character's lived experience of the disease seems like a dark and frightening hell. After the disease is finally diagnosed, he never lives the normal life of a teenager. He is in and out of schools, hospitals, and on medications for the rest of his life. He has attendants who follow him everywhere, and his life constantly seems bleak and tortured, as his diary entries often show. He even has attendants tour with him when he is on the road with his rock band."
Abstract This paper compares and contrasts two short stories of prominent African-American writer, Richard Wright, "Big Black Good Man" and "Bright and Morning Start." It analyzes how the author uses setting, point of view, and symbolism to illustrate racial tensions and to convey to his audience the damage that can be caused by stereotyping and prejudicial behavior.
From the Paper ""Bright and Morning Star" is set in the Deep South of the 1920's or 1930's. While racially motivated violence took place all over the country at that time, it has become more closely associated to the Southern region of the United States. As Wright was raised in the South, he was well-acquainted with the highly segregated society and the oppression of blacks that he depicts in this story. The action takes place over one night, beginning in the home of Aunt Sue, who watches outside as the rain "bogs things down lika watah-soaked coffin" (1891), the water pooling on the ground, as the clay is unable to soak up the torrential downpour. This, coupled with a "cold rush of damp wind" (1894) creates an atmosphere of danger and gloom that contrasts sharply with the warmth and comfort of Sue's home (1894, 1898)."
Examines the risk and hazard factors of bright blue light in the workplace and compares the use of green light in the work place and examines the safety issues relating to green light use.
Abstract This research paper examines the hazards and risks associated with the use of blue light in the work place. In addition, the paper examines the use of green light in the workplace and the safety issues relating to the use of green light. Also examined is the fact that blue light marketers inform the public that lamps with 'enhanced' UV will ensure better health.
From the Paper "Photometric quantities such as luminance (brightness in cd/cm2 as perceived by a human "standard observer") and illuminance in lux (the "light" falling on a surface) indicate light levels spectrally weighted by the standard photometric visibility curve which peaks at 550 nm for the human eye. To quantify a photochemical effect it is not sufficient to specify the number of photons-per-square-centimeter (photon flux) or the irradiance (W/cm2) since the efficiency of the effect will be highly dependent on wavelength."
Abstract This paper explains that an inquiry system, which is a systematic investigation for producing knowledge by processing input through an operator for an output, acts as a guarantor for the operator to verify the conclusion of an issue. The author points out that deductive thinking is a scientific method in applying laws to come up with assumptions that can be tested. Observations are collected to deal with those assumptions, and then the laws will be confirmed by deductive thinking. The paper demonstrates the inductive approach by presenting the case of the relationship between the brightness of lighting while sleeping and myopia; however, it is hardly a cause-and-effect relationship, as many other factors are ignored. For example, the reading habits of children, genetic factors affecting their visual system, and the social status and the educational level of the family.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Inductive Approach
Deductive Approach
Multiple Realities
Dialectics
Case Study 1: Inductive Approach
The Relationship between the Brightness of Lighting While Sleeping and Myopia
Case Study 2: Deductive Approach
The Age of the Earth
Case Study 3: Multiple Realities
Searching for a Way to Save a Corporation
Case Study 4: Dialectic Approach
Complete Ban on Smoking in Indoor Area
Conclusion
From the Paper "For the strength of this approach, it can be used effectively in gaining the belief of people on propositions of past or present fact or value and it will often be a superior method in persuading others with presenting the facts and data the observer gathered. In this case, the physician concluded that the causality between the degree of the brightness in sleeping and the children's tendency to myopia, the findings of his research was clearly presented and his observation is seems to be scientific and believable, thus, after reading the article, many parents bought eyeshades for their children."
Abstract This paper explains that, even though oil companies are credited with most of the blame, reasons contributing to the recent high rises in oil are such factors as the increasing demands for oil products in Asia, Russia's primary oil company's recent failure, oil producing companies' political instability, terrorism and fears regarding military tactics. The paper points out that the air cargo industry is adversely affected by rising oil prices because fuel accounts for between 20-30% of their operational costs. The paper relates that these fuel costs for the air cargo industry also are affected by the airports that sell the fuel, the companies that supply the fuel to the airports and the government of the involved country. The paper includes a table, illustrations and the survey.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Predicting Problems
Reasoning Factors
Best/Usual/Worst Scenarios
Projections
Present Concerns
Basic Factors
Energy Costs
Short and Long Term Effects
Conclusion
Locating Bright Spots In and On the Not So Bright Side
Effect of Rising Oil Prices on the Air Cargo Industry
Survey
From the Paper "Questions are regularly contemplated and discussed whether terrorists' attacks on September 11, 2001 could be an additional factor contributing to decreases in the air cargo's profits. Lufthansa Cargo, however, with huge freighter fleets had already begun to decease their company's capacity before 911, responding to economic fallout. Following the 911 disaster, nevertheless, most airlines reduced their capacity by 10 -15 percent. In addition, a majority of carriers began to impose security surcharges to upset counter-terror actions."
Abstract This paper states that Monet achieves the style of Impressionism through his knowledge of color theory, the physiology of the eye, the science of optics and the nature of light. When viewing Terrace at Saint-Adresse, one gets an impression or visual sensation of the spontaneous light and color of the moment, by using bright, concentrated dabs of color and examining the effects that light on human visual perception.
From the Paper "The most basic elements of a painting are line, shape, light, texture and color, while the most basic elements of composition are centrality, symmetry, asymmetry and balance. Claude Monet's Terrace at Saint-Adresse c.1866 represented a revolutionary approach to the basic elements of painting of his time. Contrary to the popular technical style of Realism, or painting a historically important scene using realistic and smooth strokes to depict fixed details, Monet's painting is an expression of the immediate and ephemeral attributes of nature. When one experiences Terrace at Saint-Adresse, the viewer gets an impression, a visual sensation of the spontaneous light and color of the moment."
Abstract This paper explores the nature of the City of the Angels looking at a very mixed bag of primary sources about the nature of commerce and the city. The paper also looks at how the city has been defined by the nature of 20th century and now 21st century capitalism. It also looks at the way the suburb has been defined by capitalism and the ways in which Los Angeles as a city that cannot exist or be understood in isolation, has also been defined by the economics of suburbs and by the ways in which the bright promise of a city on the edge of the continent becomes so easily tarnished.
From the Paper "We may borrow an opening line of a famous Russian novel and bend it to our own purposes, we might say that while every city is unhappy in its own ways, every suburb is unhappy in precisely the same way. This aphorism that we have just coined may help us to understand the history of the city of Los Angeles ? although the history of this great American city is in fact one of the most difficult of all urban histories to write. It is difficult to talk about the nature of this city because it is not exactly a city ? if one's model of a city is a place like New York City that is. But it is also a difficult city to define and to describe if one is attempting to describe it as a suburb. For while in the popular imagination Los Angeles may be nothing more than a suburb (although one imagines that its reputation for being a suburb is one based, again, in East Coast sensibilities), it is not in fact a classic bedroom community. Los Angeles is both suburb and city, both Dream Factory and home, a city of significant and fascinating contradictions."
Tags: ethnic, struggle, natural, disaster, capitalism, city, american, image
