Abstract This paper is based on the short story, "So Much Water, So Close to Home," from the book, "Where I'm Calling From," by Raymond Carver. The paper discusses Mrs. Kanes discovery of Stuarts lack of compassion. It gives examples from the book of times when Stuart acted without compassion, and how Mrs. Kane dealt with his actions.
From the paper:
"In 'So Much Water, So Close to Home' the main character, Mrs. Kane, uses the tragedy of the her husband's discovery to learn that Stuart lacks the ability to show human compassion by his downgrading the discovery to 'nothingness' and that unless he changes or she begins to act now, she will be drug down with him and end up not much better than the girl found floating in the water."
Tags: calling, carver, close, home, much, short, so, story, water
Abstract This paper discusses closed-end mutual funds. It looks at why most investors involved with mutual funds opt for open-end funds for investments. It describes the many types of mutual funds and contends that in contrast with an open-end mutual funds, a so-called closed-end mutual fund is not a mutual fund at all.
From the Paper "The pricing of securities in the financial markets is, in theory, based on the function of the efficient markets hypothesis. The efficient markets hypothesis among other things assumes that all investor always act rationally in relation ..."
Abstract This film study analyzes four consecutive shots that reside within the "bedroom" scene in the early part of film, "The Graduate" by director Mike Nichols. The paper discusses how, by analyzing the action, camera shots, dialogue and other facets of filming that take place in these four film shots, one can realize the overall directing that Nichols seeks in the film. In essence, four consecutive film shots will be thoroughly analyzed to give a broad, yet detailed analysis of the importance of this scene with the film."
From the Paper "Mrs. Robinson constantly tries to get Braddock to talk, but he only uses refrains: "Mrs. Robinson the bathroom is right down the hall," which signals a rejection to the older woman. However, she continues and is persistent. Her lavish, shiny black dress seems to glow in the dim lighting of the room, as she is obviously trying to seduce Braddock from his bed."
Abstract Alexander Pushkin's "The Shot" and Mikhail Lermontov's "The Fatalist" are two stories of fate and the possibility of life being planned out for us before it happens. The paper shows that both of these stories try to convey that even if at first it seems that a person is able to escape his immediate future, sooner or later, destiny will catch up and they will be proven wrong. The paper shows that while "The Shot" explains this point in a metaphorical way, "The Fatalist" shows that predestination exists by a physical example of death. The paper compares the two books and draws conclusions in terms of similarities and differences.
From the Paper "But just like in "The Shot", Vulich is proven wrong, because later that same night, he is killed by a drunk in the street. Vulich, after many times of avoiding his fate, was shown that he can try to hide from it as much as he can, but in the end, it will catch up with him. Pechorin says that Vulich's last word were "he was right," referring to Pechorin's prediction of saying that Vulich will die today (Lermontov, 182). At the end of his life, Vulich finally admitted to himself that he is unable to avoid the future that is planned out for him. This time, predestination and its existence was proven by actual death."
Abstract This examines and analyzes the 1977 movie Slap Shot in terms of the motivations of the lead character, Paul Newman, and how his portrayal of Charlestown Chiefs player coach Reggie Dunlop emphasizes the flaws and nobility of human nature.
Abstract This paper examines the book "Shot in the Heart", which details the falling apart of Mikal Gilmore's family through crime. It looks at how most notably, the book takes a look at Mikal's brother, Gary, who in 1976 was convicted of murder and became the first person to be put to death in the United States since a moratorium had been placed on executions a decade before. Yet Mikal does not dwell on Gary's evil side, nor does he make excuses or apologize for it. He merely shows a clear picture of a family falling apart.
Abstract This paper discusses the problems surrounding a prison closing. Questions answered are: What are some reasons for a prison to close; what effects will a prison closure have on staff, inmates, and community; and what are some positive and negative aspects associated with a prison closing.
From the Paper "Prisons are a hot topic of debate in communities everywhere. One side welcomes them as a source of employment and local income while the other side chants "not in our back yard". One side believes that due to prison overcrowding, more prisons should be built. The other side argues for release programs for non-violent offenders and recommends closing prisons in favor of community-based treatment programs (Segall 1A). However, prison closings have a very real effect on communities, both inside and outside the prison walls."
Tags: corrections, facility, prison, jail, inmates, crime, law, federal
Abstract This paper discusses the respective benefits of open and closed source software from a cost-effectiveness perspective for the RMIT University. The paper describes the background of the problem, a brief overview of open and closed source applications, and presents a discussion of their advantages and disadvantages. An analysis of the findings is followed by a summary of the research and recommendations for the university in the conclusion.
Introduction
Background and Overview
Open Source Applications
Closed Source Applications
Analysis
Conclusions and Recommendations
From the Paper "Open source software can be purchased for little or no cost, and future upgrades are also obtainable free of charge (Wayner, 2000; Lopez, 2004). Rechtman points out that open-source applications such as Gnumeric, an Excel-like spreadsheet, or Ximian, a desktop organizer that combines features of Palm OS and Microsoft Outlook, cost virtually nothing to install. "In fact," he says, "they are freely available for download from the Internet" (p. 67). According to Kim, educators in particular stand to gain from open source alternatives. "More importantly," she adds, "they may also find a new and improved way to teach" (emphasis added) (p. 15). This was also the finding of Cowpland who reports that a partnership between Corel and three academic institutions in the Ottawa area resulted in the development of pilot programs using Corel LINUX OS and WordPerfect 8 for Linux: "While the project is just finishing its first year, administrators have noticed an increase in the desire of their students to continue pursuing computer technology in upper years. They anticipate rolling out the program on a potentially wider scale for next year" (p. 62)."
Abstract This paper looks at a "Journal of Marriage and Family" article, 'Post-Divorce Father-Adolescent Closeness', which reports a study by Scott, Booth, King and Johnson that takes a long-term developmental approach to understanding stability and change in the post-divorce closeness of the relationship between father and adolescent. The paper points out that the study was based on a nationally representative survey of high school and middle school students in the United States called the National Longitudinal Study of Adolescent Health. The paper concludes that the study confirms the importance of father-child closeness especially for a positive outcome after divorce.
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What is This Study Explaining?
Methodology
Is the Study Worthwhile?
From the Paper "Historically fathers' involvement with children has increased in recent decades; mothers continue to do the majority of child care. Mothers tend to be more temporally and emotionally involved with their children than fathers. Few fathers share the primary parenting role with mothers. Another trend is an increase in the awarding of joint legal and more rarely, physical custody to the father. Legal and physical custody arrangements in the divorce decree often do not match the reality of what happens or where children actually wind up living."
Tags: long-term, stability, custody, interdependence, model
Abstract This paper shows the how an individual can generalize a person's reaction of mistrust towards a certain group of people. The author uses Raymond Carver's short story ?So Much Water so Close to Home,? to provide specific examples of how Claire, the main character, started to feel about men after being in a love-hate relationship with her husband.
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"Trust is a valuable commodity in today's society. People place a high value on trust because it can be lost so easily. Gaining someone's trust is not easy but quite difficult. The experiences people go through and the decisions people make determine if a level of trust has been earned. As time goes forward in a person's life, that person builds trusting relationships with others. These relationships may lead to marriage. Claire and Stuart are the main characters in Raymond Carver's short story, So Much Water So Close to Home, but also had a relationship before their marriage."
Tags: carver, close, home, much, raymond, so, water, claire, marriage, stuart, barry
Abstract A close reading of a passage is different than analyzing a portion of text, yet it is similar in many ways. "The candles dropped hot, acrid gouts of wax on my bare shoulders. I watched with my furious cynicism peculiar to women whom circumstances force mutely to witness folly, while my father, fired in his desperation by more and yet more draughts of the fire water they call "grappa", rids himself of the last scraps of my inheritance. When we left Russia, we owned black earth, blue forest with bear and wild boar, serfs, cornfields, farmyards, my beloved horses, white nights of cool summer, the fireworks of the northern lights. What a burden all those possessions must have been to him, because he laughs as if with glee as he beggars himself; he is in such a passion to donate all to The Beast." This paper does a close reading of the above text. It discusses punctuation, diction, features of sound, sentence types, and the sense the speaker gives to the passage.
Abstract In this essay, I will examine Weber's philosophy, the basis of his beliefs and the development of his notion of the closing of the iron cage. This will provide a background from which I will address Canada's increasing governmental efforts at privatization and deregulation, policies which mirror Weber's understanding of the iron cage, since they create a system which strips people of power over their own lives.
Abstract This paper introduces, summarizes and critiques Roberta Seid's article, "Too 'Close to the Bone': The Historical Context for Women's Obsession with Slenderness." The paper analyzes Seid's contention that women have equated extreme thinness with beauty and self worth and takes a look at the health dangers posed by this obsession.
From the Paper "In her article "Too Close to the Bone: The Historical Context for Women's Obsession with Slenderness", Roberta Seid offers an interesting analysis of the way in which American women have grown to equate extreme skinniness with beauty and self-worth. Indeed Seid suggests that our'religion' of thinness has given rise to an epidemic of fat phobia. As a result, today's women now believe that skin-and-bones thinness is the physical ideal which must be met in order to be considered beautiful, regardless of the health dangers that it poses to..."
Abstract This paper offers a close reading of early speeches by Iago in Shakespeare's "Othello" that illustrate his character and motives. The paper focuses on the images and speeches in Act I, Scene 1 that early in the play reveal Iago as a self-centered man lacking compassion for others.
From the Paper "A close reading of a work of literature can focus on any number of different elements. Character analysis as revealed in the dialogue or description of a character is one approach to close reading that illuminates meaning in a work of literature. In this brief essay, the character selected for analysis is Iago, who is the villain and evil presence in William Shakespeare's play "Othello.""
Abstract The paper provides research that supports the thesis that federal courthouse doors should remain closed to those on death row, to ensure finality is reached on all issues unlikely to succeed in the courthouse. The paper discusses how if criminal offenders have access to adequate counsel during their preliminary hearings, there is no reason to assume they require additional petitions at the federal or the state level.
From the Paper "In the U.S. the issue of equality before the law has always been one of primary importance. This is evidenced by the fact that all citizens, even those accused of federal crimes warranting death penalty, have an opportunity to appeal with new information (Snyder, 1998). All criminals regardless of their crimes however, are provided equal opportunity and access to counsel and legal advisors, even if court appointed. There are those however, that argue federalism concerns arise under "equal protection rationale" (Snyder, 1998:2211). Under this theory, legal researchers note that forcing state representatives to provide counsel and additional appeals may decrease the federal governments "intrusion on state power" (Snyder, 1998:2211). This suggests death row inmates who have additional counsel at the state level will "have fewer habeas petitions" as those petitioning will have significant time and support to substantiate and pursue any claims they have about their case (Snyder, 1998:2212)."
