Abstract This paper illustrates the works of author Ambrose Bierce, novelist of the Civil War, poet and sharp-tongued columnist for a San Francisco newspaper. The paper exemplifies Bierce's work by analyzing "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge", written in 1898, that includes a historical setting with science fiction elements: A Southern planter, Peyton Farquhar, is about to be hanged by Union soldiers for acting as a spy. The author feels that Bierce's death bears some resemblance to the stories: He marched off to the Mexican Civil War and was never heard of again nor does anyone know what happened to him.
From the Paper "In spite of the horror he saw on the Civil War battlefields, apparently Bierce felt that in the long run, it was good and honorable to fight in just wars. In spite of the seriousness of Bierce's wounds from the civil war, he lived into his seventies. Always an adventurer, he departed at that late age to join the Mexican Civil War in 1913. He wrote to his daughter, "If you hear of my being stood up against a Mexican wall and shot to rags, please know that I think that a pretty good way to depart this life. It beats old age, disease or falling down the cellar stairs. To be a Gringo in Mexico- -ah, that is euthanasia!" "
Abstract This paper explores the background and career of the American writer and director, George S. Kaufman. The author examines how Kaufman has influenced American playwrights.
From the Paper "Though critics may argue as to the ultimate value of George S. Kaufman's plays in the history of American drama, they almost unanimously agree that he was our most successful collaborator working in theater at his time. Superlatives of various kinds have been used with Kaufman. He is generally recognized as having been the most successful master of stage technique in the 1930's. He is acknowledged as having been an outstanding satirist, one of our best directors, one of our best writers of dialogue, and as our most capable "play-doctor." With all these credentials under his name it is easy to understand why he was such a great role-model for other American playwrights."
A review of Thomas Friedman's book, "The Lexus and the Olive Tree" and an examination of the ideas of globalization that currently exist in the economic world.
1,570 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 2 sources, 2002, $ 51.95
Abstract This paper provides a thorough review of Thomas Friedman's book, "The Lexus and the Olive Tree". The book includes ideas to explain and direct the progress of business globalization. Thomas, the New York Times Foreign Affairs columnist, uses his well-traveled experience to describe the state of globalization today. This paper examines these ideas for their relation to the economic world today.
From the Paper "To begin, it is important to explain the meaning of The Lexus and the Olive Tree. The Lexus refers to technological advancement and growth, where the Olive Tree refers to traditional roots and stability. The basic premise of the book is the conflict between the two within cultures, economies, and individuals and how it if possible, at all, to bring the two camps together (Friedman 31-34). "
Abstract This paper presents the arguments for and against an open immigration policy in the United States. This debate was recently flamed following the mega terrorist attacks on Sept 11th. Prominent among those opposed to free immigration is Pat Buchanan, the long-time politician, and former presidential candidate. While on the opposite side of the fence is Ben Wattenberg, an author, columnist, political advisor, and expert on demographics. Their opinions are examined in this paper as representative of the two opinions in the country.
From the Paper "Few issues are as emotionally charged as the current debate over immigration in America. It is a question that has been fired with a new sense of urgency in light of the tragic events of September 11th. Acts of terror, and the fear of further acts of terror, has created a climate in which foreigners are suspect. Native-born Americans find themselves looking over their shoulders, eyeing with suspicion those who look different or speak with a strange accent. However, there is also another side to this argument. All Americans are descended from people who were once immigrants. Even the ancient inhabitants of this land once crossed over from Asia, and in recent centuries, millions have come here from Europe, Africa, Latin America, and all parts of the world. We are a nation of immigrants and each of these immigrant groups has made its contributions, positive and negative, to the American scene. And it is on the nature of these contributions that most arguments hinge. Prominent among those opposed to free immigration is Pat Buchanan, the long-time politician, and former presidential candidate. While on the opposite side of the fence is Ben Wattenberg, an author, columnist, political advisor, and expert on demographics. The two men went head to head in the March 2002 issue of American Enterprise Online."
Abstract This paper presents a detailed examination of the book "Big Trouble" by Dave Barry. The writer of this paper discusses the book's themes and foundations while critiquing reviews of the book. The paper shows how Barry, using fiction, portrays a possible lifestyle that might occur if steps are not take to improve what society does about problems such as crime and values.
From the Paper "In the world of literature most authors are known for their fiction abilities or their non-fiction abilities. It is rare to see an author cross over between the styles and try and do both. Now and again, however there are exceptions and Dave Barry is one of them. Barry is most well known for his sassy smart mouthed columns that have entertained his readers for many years. Recently however, Barry tried his hand at fiction and the result was a wonderful piece of literature called Big Trouble."
Columnist's background & influence of his writing on public opinion from New Deal to Truman era. Evaluation of major social & political issues, views & methods.
3,150 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 8 sources, 1993, $ 111.95
From the Paper "Walter Lippmann was a syndicated columnist with considerable influence. He wrote his column for over 40 years, and it appeared in leading newspapers in the United States and throughout the world, going into semiretirement in 1967, leaving a number of readers who had long depended on his column without an important part of their lives. He started his life as a journalist before the First World War and would continue writing into the Vietnam War era some 50 years later. Lippmann had a strong influence on various presidents and political leaders, and he made use of this influence to try to shape policy and influence decision-making in government. Many journalists and columnists may aspire to this sort of power, but few achieve it to the degree that Lippmann did. Biographer Ronald Steel writes,
Influence was Lippmann's stock-in-trade; was what made.."
Abstract This ten-page senior level paper is on the book 'One Palestine, Complete' by Tom Segev who is a columnist for Ha'aretz, Israel's leading newspaper, and author of two now-classic works on the history of Israel, 1949: The First Israelis and The Seventh Million: The Israelis and the Holocaust. One Palestine Complete: Jews and Arabs under the British Mandate, is a panoramic view of life in Palestine during the three strife-torn but decades when Britain ruled and the seeds of today's conflicts were sown.
Abstract This paper presents an overview of the book, "From Beirut to Jerusalem," by Thomas L. Friedman. The paper describes and discusses Friedman's experiences in the Middle East as a reporter for the "New York Times" during the war-torn era of the 1980s and early 1990s.
From the Paper "Thomas L. Friedman, author of From Beirut to Jerusalem, presents in this book a journalist's account of the development of the problems in the Middle East from about 1979 to 1995 when this book was published. Friedman is a journalist serving as the Foreign Affairs columnist for the New York Times. He has won two Pulitzer Prizes for international reporting, and he spent ten years in the Middle East, which is the experience on which he draws to write this book, most of which is personal observation of events at which he was present or an analysis of information and experience garnered from his time in the Middle East. From 1979 to 1981, Friedman was the Beirut correspondent for United Press International, and in 1982 he became the bureau chief in Beirut for the New York Times. He won his second Pulitzer Prize in 1988 for reporting. Thomas Friedman's From Beirut to Jerusalem was written in 1989, after the author's residence as the New York Times correspondent in Beirut."
Abstract This paper explains that America's first big blockbuster was the very first gangster film, made in 1903, called "The Great Train Robbery"; this was not a romantic story or a comedy but rather a film about violence. The author points out that Francis Ford Coppola's "The Godfather" (1972), a film based on a novel by Mario Puzo, produced by Paramount Pictures, is listed on the top American Film Institute's list of the 100 films in history; the 1974 sequel was the only sequel to ever win an Oscar. The paper reviews Martin Scorsese's film "GoodFellas", the very first Mafia television series "The Sopranos" (HBO), which has won many awards and the reality show "Growing Up Gotti" (A&E) featuring Victoria Gotti, daughter of John Gotti and an accomplished gossip columnist for the New York Post.
From the Paper "Years later, sound was able to be recorded on film. In 1932, nearly thirty years after "The Great Train Robbery" was filmed, a new gangster film about a mad man with a Tommy gun brought controversy to the cinema. It was called Scarface, and it was loosely based on the life of Al Capone during prohibition years. Capone was a lot like Gotti in that he loved the attention of the media. Screenwriter Ben Hecht believed that if the movie is called "Scarface", people will think it's about Al Capone and come see it."
Abstract This paper describes that Abby has recurring nightmares that wake her during the night; she doesn't know what the dreams means or even where she is while in the dream. The author states that Abby can't remember her dad, and the worst thing about the situation is that she can't ask her family about him because they won't tell her anything. The paper relates that she was going to write about her Aunt Marty, a columnist for the "New York Times" and the coolest person in the world; but she discoverers from Marty the circumstance of her father's death--and now--he is her real hero.
From the Paper "In the kitchen, she pours herself a bowl of coco puffs, and turns on the T.V. So she doesn't feel alone. Even over the drown of the T.V, she can sense someone creeping in the shadows. Still slightly shaken from her dream, Abby holds up her spoon as a weapon. The shadowy figure emerges from the darkness in wrinkled pajama bottoms and ruffled hair. It is only Jason, her older brother."
Abstract This paper explores the vital components involved in the phenomenal success of HBO's comedy series "Sex and the City" which was loosely based on "New York Observer" columnist Candace Bushnell's personal life.The series' target audience was gender specific to women of varying ages as the four women in the series also varied in ages. This paper discusses the manner in which "Sex and the City" (SATC) utilized various types of humor that nearly always hit their target. The four main characters were written for easy viewer identification. Carrie Bradshaw the main character, was the most balanced of the quartet. Miranda was the workaholic lawyer, Charlotte dreamed of the classic American family while Samantha was the most outlandish with her refreshingly blatant attitudes towards men and sex. Many of the ideas for the show came from writers Julie Rottenberg and Elisa Zuritsky's own experiences living in Manhattan. This paper also discusses the inclusion of the essential fifth character in the series, the small island of Manhattan, which Rottenberg and Zuritsky drew their inspiration from for their plots and comedy. This paper also discusses the style of writing involved which accounted for the success of the series as well as the impact the comedy had on society, which was not always perceived as positive.
From the Paper "This professor's commentary was on the third season of SATC when the foursome had run into many pitfalls in their relationships, such as Carrie having cheated on Aidan with Mr. Big, who was ending his marriage, and Carrie encountered her feelings for Aidan and Mr. Big and her betrayal. The third season revealed how the characters were growing and the depth of their relationships without hurting the series' lively approach. Aside from the show's glitz and frivolity, SATC poses basic human questions that many women can relate to and the characters were highly relatable so much so that many women asked one another, "Who are you more like?" From the same side of the road, there were other groups who were offended by the show's starkness about sex."
Abstract This paper examines the thesis of an argument essay penned by former sports columnist Richard Estrada in 1995. The paper explores whether or not the thesis is clear, whether or not it is arguable (a statement of fact is generally not considered an acceptable thesis) and whether or not the thesis is appropriately qualified in light of the fact that the topic (controversial team sports names) is highly contentious and invites many differing view-points. In the end, the paper concludes that Estrada's essay is a solid one in part because its thesis statement satisfies certain basic requirements.
Abstract This paper examines how the award-winning New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman. in his book "The World is Flat A Brief History of the Twenty-First Century", demystifies the new world for readers, letting them understand and sense the often mystifying global scene. The paper explains that Friedman discusses how the devastation of the world happened at the dawn of the twenty-first century, examines what companies, countries, communities, and individuals value and looks at how governments and societies can, and should adapt together .
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From the Paper "Additionally, the book can be declared as a sober assessment of the hazards of the era in which everyone lives, but of course with a hope. According to the author a nation with more memories and less dreams is in problem. As an example, he reminded America was once known by the world as a nation of dream creation and realization (Zakaria, 2005). But after the politics of post 9-11 America has wiped out much of that impression. However, it is not too late to change track to reinstate the focus on dreams and on future but the decision and action should be taken now (Jones, 2005). "
A review of the book "The World Is Flat: A Brief History of the Twenty-First Century" by Pulitzer Prize-winning author and columnist Thomas L. Friedman.
Abstract This paper discusses the book "The World Is Flat: A Brief History of the Twenty-First Century" by Thomas Friedman, which analyzes the progress of globalization, especially in the early 21st century. The paper explains how Friedman breaks down his argument for this "flat world" scenario by listing the ten forces that have "flattened" the world within the last decade. The writer explores these ten forces in depth in order to fully understand the immense impact of globalization and how it has "flattened" our world as compared to the past when the United States and Europe dominated global trade and economic development. According to the writer, what the future holds as a result of the emergence of these "flatteners" is unknown, yet it is abundantly clear if not undeniable that other "flatteners" will also emerge and thus drastically change once again the world and the people that live in it.
From the Paper "This scenario serves as the foundation for The World Is Flat: A Brief History of the Twenty-First Century by Pulitzer Prize-winning author and columnist Thomas L. Friedman, the former chief economic correspondent in the Washington D.C. bureau for the New York Times and chief White House correspondent. The editors of Friedman's excellent and intelligently-written book ask the question, "When scholars write the history of the world twenty years from now, what will they say was the most crucial development?" Will it be the attacks on the World Trade Center and the Iraq war, or will it be "the convergence of technology and events that allowed India (and) China to become part of the global supply chain for services and manufacturing?" (1). "
Tags: globalization, economics, World, Trade, Center, Iraq, war, technology
