Abstract
This paper looks at the effect of the Internet on our lives in general and sets out to assess and examine whether the nature and meaning of friendship in our generation has been altered by the successful emergence of Facebook. While pointing out that it is difficult to argue that the nature of friendship has been altered beyond all traditional recognition, the paper quotes studies that suggest that Facebook may actually enhance social relationships.

From the Paper
''Everyone agrees that the internet has fundamentally transformed the processes and functions of human behaviour. Indeed, in every conceivable variable the foundations of human activity have undergone drastic change in a relatively short period. Thus, in economics, banking, marketing, media news and political representation, the internet now assumes a position of paramount importance. However, in recent years social scientific investigation has turned to offer focus of how the internet has altered societal formations and social relationships. Above all, this focus has tended to centre on how social networking sites such as MySpace and Facebook have changed the nature of friendship formation.
''The degree to which internet phenomena such as Facebook have impacted upon the nature of friendship in latest generation of youth is personified by the numerous assumptions which have been publically proffered in condemnation of such developments.''

Tags:friendship, nature, internet

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In this article, the writer studies the concepts of friendship and memory in the novel "My Antonia" by Willa Cather. The writer discusses that that the undertones of Willa Cather's lesbian sexuality, her use of the second person narrative technique and her portrayal of Jim form the basis of friendship and memory in the novel.

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"Although she models "a variety of middle-aged and elderly female characters" (Goldman 164) who display these characteristics (as well as two of the hired girls who don't), only Antonia transcends the travail of her adversities and literally embodies all of them; "the woman who, despite personal tragedy summoned the courage to try to live well throughout middle age and beyond" ..."

Tags:friendship

Abstract
This paper examines the Atlantic Monthly article "Broken Windows" that details the results of New Jersey's "Safe and Clean Neighborhoods Program" and the reintroduction of the foot patrol policing philosophy. The paper discusses the findings of the study and the thesis of the authors. The paper explores the "order maintenance" function of the foot patrols and the findings of the results of disorder and crime. Finally, the paper raises the potential problems that may arise from this method of policing.

From the Paper
"This paper shall review the 1982 Atlantic Monthly article "Broken Windows". This article details the results of New Jersey's "Safe and Clean Neighborhoods Program" and the reintroduction of the foot patrol policing philosophy. The findings of the study shall be discussed. The thesis of the authors will be reviewed. The "order maintenance" function of the foot patrols and the findings of the results of disorder and crime shall also be explored. Finally the potential problems that may arise from this method of policing will be raised."

Tags:broken windows, foot patrols, safe and clean neighbo

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The paper questions how safe one can feel in a neighborhood where street lamps are broken, graffiti is smeared on buildings and there are abandoned vehicles. The paper wonders that if neighbors do not call the police or involve their city or town officials to remove these items, would this be considered a safe neighborhood? Or, are the neighbors scared to put forth effort in creating a safer neighborhood?

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"How safe do you feel in a neighborhood where individuals throw trash in the trash, street lamps broken, graffiti smeared on buildings and abandoned vehicles? If neighbors do not call the police or involve their city or town officials to remove these items, would this be considered a safe neighborhood? Or, are the neighbors scared to put forth effort in creating a safer neighborhood? If neighbors do not report the problems or police patrolling the area do not communicate with neighbors about the problems, how could the problems be resolved? If it were not resolved, the problems would escalate into bigger problems as a dumping ground for felonious crimes."

Tags:policing, broken window, nuisance

Abstract
This paper analyzes D.W. Griffith's 1919 silent film "Broken Blossoms" starring Lillian Gish. It discusses the film's cinematic techniques and narrative, its editing and camera placement. The paper explores the use of intertitles. The author also expands on the storyline and structure of the film.

From the Paper
"D W Griffith's silent film "Broken Blossoms" is an allegorical melodramatic tragedy about a teenager who lives with an abusive father and is loved by a gentle young Chinese man. All three characters come to tragic ends. Shot in a Hollywood studio the ..."

Tags:Film, Silent, Griffith, Gish, Broken, Blossoms, Intertitle, Editing, Narrative

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This paper depicts the emotional and psychological struggle the author goes through in "The Broken Cord" by Michael Dorris which is about Fetal Alcohol Syndrome.

Tags:broken, cord, dorris

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This paper discusses the element of friendship in children's literatures, comparing and contrasting "The Wind in the Willows", "Horton Hears a Who", and "Anne of Green Gables".

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"Friendship is one of the most important themes in children's literature, reflecting the inherent need and desire that children have for friends. Three well-known stories in children's literature demonstrate differing perspectives on how friends can find each other, develop a friendship and maintain and grow the friendship. The fantasy story "The Wind in the Willows", the poem "Horton Hears a Who" and the novel "Anne of Green Gables" all address the issue of children's friendship in different ways. Whereas in "The Wind In the Willows"..."

Tags:friendship, children, literature, The Wind in the Willows, Horton Hears a Who, Dr. Seuss, Anne of Green Gables

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This paper examines four children's stories concerning the theme of friendship and the cultures in which they were written. The cultures are France, Spain, England, and America.

Tags:friendship, children's, works

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This review of Ernest Hemingway's short story, "The Three Day Blow," highlights the friendship between the two main characters. The reviewer focuses on the limitations of the relationship between Nick and Bill. The reviewer considers the two men's conversations about baseball and books and their deliberate avoidance of meaningful discussions. In particular Nick avoids discussing his relationship with Marjorie, the girlfriend he had just broken up with. The author concludes this avoidance shows that Nick felt he had to hide his true feelings about Marjorie to maintain his relationship with Bill.

From the Paper
"The setting of the short story signals to the reader that there is some kind of problem for the main character and his relationships. Since Hemingway never grants the reader a single, extra word over what is necessary, the reader is immediately led to believe that some kind of storm hangs around Nick (Johnston 22). He has been rapidly cast into some kind of disappointment as signaled by the rapid onslaught of "fall wind (that) blew through the bare trees" (Hemingway 45). To continue this idea, the cabin porch is bare and even "the big trees (are) swayed far over in the wind" (Hemingway 45). A sense of disenchantment and a sense that something has been influenced, even pushed around comes through in the opening paragraphs. Hemingway allows much of the story to pass before revealing the source of Nick's disappointment - his failed relationship with Marjorie. Before that can be discussed, Hemingway has to guide the reader into the recesses of Nick's mind and into the nuances of his relationship with Bill."

Tags:Ernest, Hemingway, The, Three, Day, Blow, short, stories, American, literature

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This paper describes one of the most well-known parables the "Prodigal Son" or "Lost Son" (Luke 15:11-32), which encompasses all the ideas of Christian doctrine. The author discusses the literal and the spiritual or metaphorical interpretations of the message of the story and relates the way that Franco Zeffirelli directed the telling of this parable in his movie "Jesus of Nazareth". The author concludes that Zeffirelli probably chose to include this scene in the movie as a way to visually demonstrate the response that Jesus' listeners had when incorporating the story into their own lives.

From the Paper
"Because Jesus' mission on Earth was to spread the word of God and wash away people's sins, the purpose of this particular parable is to show that even the most corrupt individual can still enter the Kingdom of Heaven if he or she places full faith in the Lord and asks to be forgiven for his or her sins. In order to be permitted to enter the Lord's Kingdom, one must trust and believe completely in the words of Jesus and the omnipotent supremacy of God over all things human and earthly."

Tags:preaching forgiveness repentance mission, broken friendship