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The paper relates that in the 2002 Dream Works motion picture, Catch Me If You Can, teenage protagonist Frank Abagnale Jr. chooses a life of crime while impersonating a Pan American pilot, a lead administrative surgeon at a hospital, and a lawyer (Ebert 105). In light of the fact that this is a true to life story, the following discussion examines three scenes in the movie which explain and/or influence Frank's future life of crime. These scenes include his mother's spilling of the wine on the carpet, the discussion with his father outside the bank, and Frank's receiving of a checkbook for his 16th birthday present.

From the Paper
"In the 2002 Dream Works motion picture, "Catch Me If You Can", teenage protagonist Frank Abagnale Jr. chooses a life of crime while impersonating a Pan American pilot, a lead administrative surgeon at a hospital, and a lawyer (Ebert 105). In light of the fact that this is a true to life story, the following discussion examines three scenes in the movie which explain and/or influence Frank's future life of crime. These scenes include his mother's spilling of the wine on the carpet, the discussion with his father outside the bank, and Frank's receiving of a checkbook for..."

Tags:leonardo decaprio, catch me if you can, frank abagnale

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This paper examines Louis Gerstner's book, "Who Says Elephants Can't Dance", which chronicles the dramatic turnaround of business giant, IBM, under his capable hand. It looks at how, when Gerstner took over the company's reins in 1993, it was on the brink of being sold off in parts and how, through his capable and determined vision, he changed the company's culture to one that once again responded to the needs of the marketplace. It also discusses how Gerstner, indeed, demonstrates that a giant company like IBM can be rescued from the brink of extinction and respond to the ever-changing marketplace, proving, indeed, that elephants can dance.

From the Paper
"When Gerstner took over the reigns of IBM, they were faced with the challenge of providing mainframe computing to a marketplace that viewed the is a negative light. Competitors had created a climate where mainframe technology was seen as obsolete, expensive, or at best inaccessible. However, IBM new that their technology was reliable, powerful, and useful, and yet the company seemed unable to relay this to the company. It took Gerstner's leadership to re-engineer the company, and return the customer to IBM through expanded service and software lines."

Tags:marketplace, technology, software

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This paper reviews the strengths and weaknesses of Japan's economy as shown in the Michael Porter book, "Can Japan Compete?" It focuses on the downturn in the economy since 1998 and how it came about and ideas on how it can turn around. It points to the involvement of Japan's government industry leaders in the mistakes they made in focusing too much on efficiency and market share rather than profitability and clear strategies for the future.

Table of Contents
1. Preface
2. Summary
3. Critique
4. Valuable Side
5. Weakness
6. Conclusion

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"This book is written by a leading authority on competitive strategy and international competitiveness, Michael Porter, and his colleagues, Hirotaka Takeuchi and Mariko Sakakibara, who have in-depth understanding of Japanese economic development. The authors try to uncover the magic behind this country. It outlines the steps that will be necessary to restore Japanese's economy and uplift the competitiveness of those uncompetitive sectors. And to provide a solution that challenges the conventional wisdom. The ultimate goal is to develop a new national economic strategy."

Tags:Economy, Asia, corporate, business

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This paper is a review of Stephen Diguid's book, "Can Prisons Work?" The paper summarizes the book, as well as discussing our modern concepts of deviance and transformation. A discussion of alternatives to prisons is included, as well as a look at how it can be determined if incarceration has worked for someone.

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This paper focuses on the significance of "I Can't Explain," which was The Who's first official single, released in 1965. The paper expresses that the song captures the uplifting pop spirit of early 1960s rock and roll and remains indelible, catchy, and radio-friendly. However, the paper adds, "I Can't Explain" also exemplifies the mid-point of the decade, and is a harbinger for the heavier sounds emerging towards the end of the decade and especially those that would be developed by the English rock band. The paper notes that Although "I Can't Explain" is about falling in love, later songs by The Who took on more controversial themes; The Who audiences expected a definitively aggressive sound, even before heavier bands like Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath hit the airwaves. The paper concludes that "I Can't Explain" occupies a curious position in rock and roll music, just like 1965 was a transitional year in history; the single represents a turning point for the band and for the era of rock music The Who represents.

From the Paper
"The Who was definitively a British Invasion band that emerged not long after The Beatles and The Rolling Stones. The Who developed a wholly unique sound but one that also shared elements in common with their compatriots. "I Can't Explain" did not become a chart-topper like The Beatle's "Yesterday" and The Rolling Stones' "I Can't Get No (Satisfaction)," both of which were released the same year. Also released in 1965 included The Beach Boys' "Help Me Rhonda" and the Byrds' "Turn, Turn, Turn." The diversity of singles being released in 1965 proves that the year was a pivotal one for the rock genre."

Tags:rock-n-roll, 60's, British, Beatles

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The paper discusses how fresh foods usually, although not in all cases, have the highest nutritional value and most canned foods contain preservatives, salt, sugar, and other additives. The paper notes the differences in taste and texture between cooked and canned foods and also looks at the convenience of canned and fresh foods, such as long-term storage, expense and availability.

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"In terms of nutritional content, fresh foods are "nutritionally ideal," and "more nutritious" than their canned counterparts (Davies & Barrett; Apovian). Vegetables that are fully fresh, such as those plucked right from a garden or purchased at a farmer's market, contain the most nutrients possible. Unfortunately, many large supermarket chains and produce stores receive vegetables after they have been shipped over long distances and often overseas. By the time those fruits and vegetables reach the consumer they have lost a considerable amount of their nutritional content."

Tags:freshness, expense, storage, availability

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This paper considers Alice's dilemma in Anthony Trollope's novel "Can You Forgive Her" and why she makes the final decision that she does. It describes the dilemma Alice faces in choosing which of the two suitors she will marry, the one who offers security or the one who offers excitement.

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"In Anthony Trollope's aptly titled novel Can You Forgive Her, the character of Alice Vavasor faces a significant dilemma as she must chose which of her two suitors she will marry. John Grey and George Vavasor, the men in question represent temptations for ..."

Tags:trollope, forgive, alice vavsor, john grey, novel

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This paper reviews Dr. Martin Luther King's book "Why We Can't Wait", which deals with the 1963 boycott by blacks in Birmingham, Alabama. It discusses the changing methods in civil rights action and mentions concepts of a non-violent revolution.

From the Paper
"Martin Luther King Jr's book, "Why We Can't Wait", was published when Dr King was a civil rights leader in Birmingham, Alabama. As a minister from Atlanta, Georgia, Dr King went to Birmingham where he successfully organized and led a day boycott of that city's ..."

Tags:King, Wait, Civil, Rights, Birmingham, Book, Boycott, Revolution, SCLC

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This paper examines the plot and characters in the comedic play "You Can't Take It With You" which revolves around the relationship between Tony and Alice and their families. The writer of this paper delves into the themes depicted in the play while also discussing the various conflicts between the characters. This paper analyzes the dialogue of the play which shows specific forms of action through the conversations taking place in the actual story as well as the narrative information given throughout the play. This paper explores the specific style of writing in this particular play which according to the writer is written in prose form while discussing the lack of continuous rhythm in the actual text. This paper also examines the manner in which the language used in the play clearly highlights the characters' personalities.

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"In the first act, we meet Martin Vanderhof's family. The play talks about the different things they do that make them happy. Grandpa left his business 35 years ago, and began to collect snakes as he decided to relax and live life. For fun, he also attends commencement ceremonies at a local university. Penelope Sycamore, or Penny, is Alice's mother and Grandpa Vanderhof''s daughter. Penny writes plays, but she has also felt the creative bug as an artist. Her husband, Paul, is interested in rockets and spends quite some time puttering in the basement with a friend of the family, Mr. DePinna, who came to deliver ice one day eight years before, and became an adopted part of the family. Paul and Mr. DePinna make rockets for any occasion fireworks are wanted. Penny had worked on a painting of Mr. DePinna as a Roman discus thrower, possibly accepting a role, as Penny's model, was how he became part of the craziness of the family."

Tags:theater, review, play, pulitzer, prize, american, comedy, musical

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This paper examines the book, "It Can't Happen Here," by Sinclair Lewis, which describes what would happen if America voted in a dictator such as Stalin or Hitler to "save the day" and how it strongly warns today's readers what could occur if civil society does not stay watchful. It looks at how the story revolves around Doremus Jessup, a moderate 60-year-old Republican and editor of a small-town newspaper in Vermont.

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"Jessup tries his best to handle the new regime and its censorship. One of his failings is not using the newspaper as a means to lambaste the higher Corpo echelon. Instead, he is more concerned with the local fascist Shad Ledue, an alcoholic handyman who had climbed the ladder to top of the local New England Corpos. Because of his anti-government actions, Jessup is sent to a detention camp and tortured. The government kills his son-in-law, and one daughter sacrifices herself to assassinate a political leader and the other is nearly raped by a fascist."

Tags:doremus, jessup, dictator