Abstract This paper presents an analysis of North Carolina 's erosion of sand dunes. The author examines the causes and solutions to the problem and provides a brief overview of how sand dunes are formed.
From the Paper "The erosion of North Carolina's sand dunes causes definite and easily recognizable problems for North Carolina's coastal communities. The erosion of sand dunes and beaches from North Carolina's barrier islands and mainland coast causes problems for residential and commercial developments, which rely on these dunes and beaches for protection against storm surges. While hurricanes and strong storms have been few this year, in past years these storms have devastated coastal communities with flooding and strong winds, causing tens of millions of dollars in damage in the past decade. (Orrin 142) The best prevention against damage to homes and businesses is the protection and replenishment of sand dunes. It is important to remember that ?nature maintains the dynamic equilibrium of the beaches through the unceasing trade of four factors.? These factors are material, energy, shape, and sea level. (Kaufman 15) Dune erosion is a major problem for North Carolina coastal communities, but new preservation methods and building codes cause less damage to dunes and homes and allow damaged dunes to be repaired or replenished."
Abstract This paper analyzes the geology of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, a National Park in Michigan. The paper looks at its size, the geological forces that created the dunes and the impact of glacial activity.
From the Paper "This research reviews the geological characteristics of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore a component of the United States National Park Service "
Abstract This paper explains that, by understanding the textual interpretation of the death with the poison tooth of the character Leto in Frank Herbert's novel "Dune", the reader can comprehend how the 'flesh' of human beings interacts with the metaphysical forms Leto sees before his death. The author points out that Herbert defines the struggle between abstract metaphysics through Leto's narrative, which is also present in how his son and others are constructed within the novel. The paper concludes that Herbert designed "Dune" to be a novel in which religiosity is used by human beings to create order in a highly unstable and chaotic universe.
From the Paper "At the end of the novel, Paul has finally conquered Shaddam IV of the House Corrino and taken over Arrakis. Thufir Hawat, his father's military trainer and also Paul's teacher, comes forth from the lines of people suspicious of being an enemy to Paul and his mother. Herbert's inference on the unstable and ever-changing nature of the universe in Leto's death statement become clear when Paul makes a comment about never having his back to the door--a lesson that Hawat taught him to protect himself from intruders."
Tags: superhuman, conflict, formlessness, religiosity, order
Abstract A discussion of how the teachings of the Bene Gesserit influence Paul Atreides' spiritual journey from boy to Messiah in Frank Herbert's science fiction novel, "Dune". It also looks at Paul's religious shaping and his free will.
From the Paper "Frank Herbert's Dune reveals the journey of Paul Atreides a Kwisatz Haderach who ultimately fails in his Messiah journey to be fulfilled by his son Leto. Paul is the son of Duke Leto Atreides and his mother Jessica a Bene Gesser.."
Tags:Dune, Frank Herbet, Kwisatz Haderach, Bene Gesserit, teaching, learning, Messiah, prophecy
Abstract This paper compares and contrasts some of the themes in the novel "Dune" by Frank Herbert and the film, "The Matrix," directed by Andy Wachowski and Larry Wachowski. It specifically focuses on the several religious themes and parallels that can be seen in both works, such as the ideal and work of the messiah figure. It then looks at lesser thematic ideas such as the advances of scientific manipulation and predestination.
Table of Contents:
Religion
The Messiah and the Prophesy
From the Paper "The most prominent parallel in the two works, apart from the generally religious themes, is the specific messianic reference as it relates to Paul Artreides and Neo. Like Neo, Paul is a reluctant savior, but he accepts his role for the good of all. Unlike Neo, however, Paul Artreides is aware of his status as savior from the beginning of the novel. This knowledge comes to him through his gift of precognition, passed on as a Bene Gesserit gift from his mother. While he attempts to resist his destiny in order to prevent the resultant suffering and war that he can foresee, his destiny nonetheless finds him."
From the Paper "This study will examine the interrelationship between social organization and the environment on the planet Arrakis in Frank Herbert's science-fiction novel, Dune. The study will explore how the society of the Fremen operates in order to fit into the hostile ecological realities of the planet, which is entirely a desert environment. The basis argument of the study will be that the survival of the Fremen on the planet, and their creation and maintenance of their society and social organization, depends on an ability to adapt to that environment, rather than control it forcefully by making it something other than it is. The harshness of the environment on Arrakis and the delicate balance of its ecology require that the Fremen, both before and after the coming of Paul to the planet, always heed that delicate balance lest they destroy the planet and themselves. In part, this deliberate..."
Abstract This paper examines the works of Japanese fiction "Woman in the Dunes" and "The Dancing Girl" in respect to gender. The focus of this thesis is on how the male characters relate to the female characters in these stories in respect to the responsibility that the men feel for them.
Abstract Though he is not a willing participant, Niki Jumpei is a student of Zen training. Using Herrigel's chapter on the traditional approach to Japanese spiritual instruction, this paper explains how the relationship of student and master is fulfilled in progressive stages in the novel.
From the Paper "In The Woman in the Dunes by Kobo Abe, the main character, Niki Jumpei, becomes a student of Zen training when he becomes unexpectedly trapped inside of a large sand pit. As he is lead into the sand pit Niki is a victim of samsara because he can not find the wisdom to escape his meaningless life. Niki must overcome desire, delusion and dark passion, or ego, to break out from this cycle. To overcome samsara Niki must find the answer to the koan that was asked of him which is, "How do you escape the sand pit without the rope ladder"?."
Abstract The vast numbers of tourists concentrated in particular regions across the world that have had an increasingly negative effect of destruction on the natural environment. This paper depicts the harmful effects of tourism in the regions of Prince Edward Island, Jamaica, and Kenya.
From the Paper "Prince Edward Island is one of the major tourist destinations in Canada. Tourists are attracted to the small province because of its numerous white sand beaches, its rolling pastoral landscape, and many tiny villages. Perhaps the reason it is best known is due to the stories by Lucy Maud Montgomery of Anne of Green Gables. Few of the tourists who grace the island every year realize the damages that they are having both directly and indirectly on the environment. The most visible sign of environmental and ecological changes are towards the many sand dunes on the island, among others environmental factors."
Compares the selling of this computer game online and offline. Examines the product, pricing, advertising, target market, segmentation and consumer behavior. Includes tables.
2,250 words (approx. 9 pages), 4 sources, 1999, $ 79.95
Abstract Formed in 1985, Las Vegas-based Westwood Studios has released several popular computer CD-ROM titles including: Dune II, the Lands of Lore series, the Kyrandia adventure trilogy, Monopoly for the Internet, Blade Runner, Games People Play and the Command & Conquer product line.
In all, Westwood Studios has created more than 50 games in its 13-year history, and is regarded as one of the premiere game publishers in the industry
From the Paper "COMPARISON OF THE SELLING OF "COMMAND & CONQUER"
ONLINE AND OFFLINE
Introduction
Formed in 1985, Las Vegas-based Westwood Studios has released several popular computer CD-ROM titles including: Dune II, the Lands of Lore series, the Kyrandia adventure trilogy, Monopoly for the Internet, Blade Runner, Games People Play and the Command & Conquer product line.
In all, Westwood Studios has created more than 50 games in its 13-year history, and is regarded as one of the premiere game publishers in the industry. This paper will examine the 1996 sales campaign for Command & Conquer, the premiere game in the series. Unless noted by a specific cite, all data concerning plans, strategies and problems are taken from telephone ..."
Abstract This paper describes the life of the Dutch artist Jacob van Ruisdael, from his time as an apprentice to his death. The paper analyzes his work through the motifs and quality of his paintings, and the progression of his career as an artist is one of the main themes. The paper comments that individual paintings are analyzed, including "Jewish Cemetery", "Landscape with a Cottage and Trees", "Dunes", "Wheat Fields", "Waterfall in a Rocky Landscape", and his etching "The Rustic Cottage".
From the Paper "Jacob van Ruisdael is believed to have been born in 1628 in Haarlem - one of the centers of Dutch art at the time. From Haarlem came such artists as Frans Hals, Philips Wouwerman, Adriaen van Ostade and of course Jacob van Ruisdael himself. In the early life of Jacob van Ruisdael he is believed to have lived with his father, Isaak de Goyer, who later changed his name to Ruisdael and also was an artist. Though there exists no concrete evidence of any of the art of Issak de Goyer, there does exist proof that Salomon van Ruisdael, a minor landscapist and Jacob's uncle, served as Jacob van Ruisdael's art instructor. In 1646 Jacob van Ruisdael painted his earliest dated picture entitled "Landscape with a Cottage and Trees" and almost immediately garnered attention. "
