Abstract
In this paper, the famous battle between Robert E. Peary and Frederick Cook is detailed. Both explorers claimed to be the first to reach the North Pole. The author argues that this acrimonious battle developed and continues to persist almost 100 years later because of the personalities of the men themselves. Also cited are public doubts about each of their achievements , the politics of the time and the mystique of the North Pole. The author also includes material that may disprove the actual achievements of both men, and how the controversy attracted the public to take sides. The paper concludes by stating that the story demonstrates the depths of mankind's obsession with reaching nature's limits and conquering the North Pole.

From the Paper
"Out of such an experience, one might expect an uncommon bond of friendship to develop. Instead, Peary and Cook spent their later years as bitter enemies embroiled in one of the major controversies of the early part of the 20th century - both of the men claimed to be the first to reach the North Pole; Peary in 1909 and Cook in 1908. Both camps initiated a war to discredit the other side and the men took the fight to the grave and, in a manner, beyond it. Both sides continue to use the Internet, books and articles to wage a nasty war of allegations, accusing each other of everything from racism to outright fraud."

Tags:Robert, E., Peary, Frederick, Cook, North, Pole, explorers

Abstract
In this study of the book "Mutation" by Robin Cook the writer of the paper shows how Cook uses two distinct tones to address the reader - scientific detachment versus human concern. The writer shows that by using conflicting tones, Cook ensures that the reader does not take sides.

From the Paper
"Most of the narrative traces the activities of Victor and Marsha, at home, at work and trying to discover their son. As is necessary to the plot, Cook devotes two sections of the novel to incidents involving the deaths of the Murray and Hobbs children (Chapter 2). This mention titillates us at the beginning; the reader sees a possible relationship with the story. It is only at the end that we discover that VJ ingeniously murders the two children (Chapter 14)."

Tags:Victor, Frank, Marsha, VJ, Janice, Fay, Murray, Hobbs, NGF

Abstract
This paper discusses how David Cook, an American rock singer and songwriter, and winner of the 7th American Idol competition, is a poetic new force in American rock music. In particular it analyzes his song, "Permanent" which was was written in 2008 as a tribute to his brother, but did not gain international airing or prominence until early 2009. The paper also introduces the theories of Theodor Adorno a German born sociologist, philosopher, musicologist and composer. In particular, it looks at how three major points within Adorno's "Social Critique of Radio Music" are directly applicable to David Cook.

From the Paper
"David was born in 1982, and raised in Blue Springs, Missouri. He currently resides in Kansas City, Missouri, not far from his parents. He was raised the middle child of three brothers, was an avid baseball player until an injury forced him to focus more on his music. David first began playing guitar at the age of 12, and, like many teens of his generation, toyed with the idea of becoming a professional musician. David graduated from college with a degree in Graphic Design, but moved to Oklahoma to pursue his dream of a music career. It was a fluke that David even auditioned for Idol, since his original reason for even attending the auditions was to support his brother, who unfortunately did not make it to the finals. After his win on Idol, David continued his success with top marks from an international audience, hungry for his heartfelt, yet homespun poetic songs and artistry. "

Tags:rock, music, composition, culture

Abstract
This paper relates that Cook County, Illinois, the second largest county in the US, and its hub, the City of Chicago, have critical and symbolic infrastructures, within its borders such as the Sears Tower, the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, the Federal Reserve Bank and the Navy Pier, which are at the heart of the U.S. defense of its homeland security. The author expected well-planned and well-executed preparations; yet it seems that this department is marred in the typical "Chicago political machine" with what appears to be more spin about its weaknesses than exploitation of its strengths. The author of the paper states, for example, with total shock, that, unlike all of the other ten largest counties (by population) in the United States, Cook County does not have a specific division addressing homeland security.

From the Paper
"In an interesting article in CIO Magazine, it continues to elaborate as to the new camera system. Chicago already had about 2,000 un-networked video cameras installed around the city as well as at O'Hare International Airport and Midway Airport. An additional 250 cameras were added at "undisclosed locations deemed 'high-risk terrorist targets,'" according to Ron Huberman, Executive Director of the City of Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communication. He continued in saying that "linking all the cameras into a single network, tied together with customized off-the-shelf 'smart' software, will bring the system to a whole new level." "

Tags:camera, infrastructure, managers, partnerships, mission

Abstract
This paper describes the Chicago based company EZ-Cook Kitchens. According to the paper, in the company's 2006 fiscal year, they grossed 84.2 million dollars up 62% from 2005. The paper notes that this growth in revenue coincides with a rapid increase in overall demand for their products, which include a line of take and bake pizzas. The paper also notes that the company opened a manufacturing facility which the company is hoping to make highly efficient by having all the test kitchens and production facilities in one location.

From the Paper
"EZ-Cook personal kitchens, which are going to be placed inside grocery stores such as Ralphs, are one-stop places where consumers are able to cook their own food without the hassle of cleaning up the kitchen and buying spices and sauces. Characteristics of the EZ-Cook Personal Kitchens According to a 2007 article in Crain's Chicago Business, the concept of "take and bake" pizza is starting to catch on. Chicago based "Great Kitchens, Inc." is revolutionizing the way Americans think of carry out. In the company's 2006 fiscal year, they grossed 84.2 million dollars up..."

Tags:business, plan, model

Abstract
This paper explains that the theory of multi-competence, developed and advocated by Vivian Cook, states that a human mind is potentially capable of possessing the linguistic competence of more than one language; thus, multilingual speakers are the norm. The author points out that, in terms of language teaching, the model of multi-competence can be applied mainly for an acquisition of sufficient grammatical competence, which apart from general data provision can be achieved through the setting of parameters. The paper relates that, since the primary goal of language teaching is to create successful L2 speakers, the teaching of pragmatic competence in a language should include cultural and inter-cultural studies, cognitive training and general input in that language.

From the Paper
"Yet it is important to point out that the way these two grammars co-exist in the same mind also implies its mutual interference and interdependence: at a certain level of acquisition, the two grammars must form a single language system rather than two separated systems. Thus, multi-competent state of mind represents, in fact, not a mere combination of two monolingual systems but rather a single language system, which can be described as an indivisible linguistic unity. This statement can serve as an explanation for the fact that the vast majority of the second language (L2) learners even on the advanced level are not able to produce language in the same way the native speakers do, since the multilingual language users have several interrelated languages in mind: In short the state of mind of a multilingual language user is just different from that of a monolingual."

Tags:multi-competence, multilingual, grammar, monolingual, culture

Abstract
This paper looks at the Thomas Cook website and discusses its strengths and weakness from the perspective of a potential customer. The paper points out that navigation on the site is a strong point, but the site's actual content is weak. The paper concludes that there are some improvements that should take place so as to advance the site and make it more attractive and appealing to its target audience.

From the Paper
"On the other hand, content is imperative for any website to attract the audience, but, unfortunately, Thomas Cook's web site content represents a weak point in the web site. Internet sites should be updated daily or weekly in order to attract the audience and to make the information more reliable .Thomas Cook's site is not an updated site, so the audience will not be interested to visit it or to deal with the agency for future trips. For instance, people who are interested in traveling all over the world need updated sites in order to trust the agency information. The awareness advertisements make the consumer confused about using the Thomas Cook's website or packages, because it is an unorganized awareness advertisements. "

Tags:navigation, content

Abstract
This paper argues that anthropological perspectives can not only supplement, but thoroughly inform historical perspectives on the events that took place in Hawaii. Furthermore, the paper argues that, in particular, the theories of Marshall Sahlins represent a major breakthrough in the understanding of what took place. Includes a fairly in-depth explanation of Sahlins's theories.

From the Paper
"Scientific and philosophical thought have been preoccupied with the problem of an objective, empirical reality whose nature is discoverable and quantifiable at least since Descartes. This theoretical trend continued and culminated in the discoveries and ideas of Isaac Newton. "The Apotheosis of Captain Cook," by Gananath Obeyesekere, is similarly, though subtly, and perhaps unintentionally, concerned with such a reality. In fact, an objective, empirical reality is fundamental to Obeyesekere's argument in "The Apotheosis," which states, in part, that the Hawaiians whom Cook encountered in the winter of 1778-1779 (Cook died at the hand of the Hawaiians in 1779) were essentially "rational" beings who were able to discern such a "universal" reality (Sahlins 39)."

Tags:edwards, hawaiian, lono, makahiki, phillip, fertility, god, food, supply, cosmological, myths

Abstract
An overview of the historical novel "Farther Than Any Man" by Martin Dugard, which traces the life of Captain James Cook from his humble beginnings to his rise through the ranks of the Royal Navy. The writer looks at Dugard's suggestion that Cook's drive which got him to such a high position in life is what ultimately ended his life.

From the Paper
"The name of Captain Cook has become synonymous with adventure and exploration. Since the late eighteenth century, he has been a symbol of exotic travel and strange encounters with unknown civilizations. However, though Cook is perhaps the most famous British seaman of all time, Dugard reveals him to be an unlikely naval adventurer. In fact, it seems as though Dugard's main reason for writing this book is to present Cook not as a swashbuckling adventurer, but rather as a real man, complete with all the foibles and shortcomings that we all have. In fact, by presenting him this way, Dugard manages to make the life of James Cook all the more amazing once you consider that this man really lived. Furthermore, Dugard seems to be suggesting that Captain Cook became who he was not out of a love of the sea or a passion to travel and explore, but rather Captain Cook became the amazing historical figure he is out of an unusual drive to rise above his station in life. "

Tags:royal navy, captain cook, britian james history

From the Paper
" Hawaii today is the farthest west state in the Union. It is also the most unusual state in the United States, for it consists of 132 islands and atolls extended across some 1,600 miles of ocean. The eight major islands in the chain are what are usually referred to as Hawaii, and of these, seven are permanently inhabited--Kahoolawe is not (Kyselka & Lanterman, 1980, 1-10). As is true of many parts of the world, the Hawaiian Islands were actually "discovered" more than once. The islands were first discovered by the Polynesians who came to inhabit the region. The West discovered the islands centuries later when they were explored by Captain Cook, a rather controversial figure in Hawaiian history and in the history of exploration and discovery.
The first contact with Western ideas and technology came when Captain James Cook accidentally visited the islands with..."