The author of the paper examines the economic expansion paradigm as proposed by JaneJacobs in her book "Cities and the Wealth of Nations: Principles of Economic Life"
Abstract In JaneJacob's "Cities and the Wealth of Nations: Principles of Economic Life", she explores the five economic forces of city-region expansion. These five forces are markets, jobs, transplants, technology, and capital. Jacobs posits that in order to be a successful city-region, the city-region must have an import-replacement economy where all five forces work harmoniously. In order to determine why cities and city regions fail and/or do not expand; the author of this paper explores the principles of Jacob's economically successful import-replacement paradigm and uses Los Angeles county as an example to illustrate his points.
From the Paper "Second, let us suppose that technological advances in agricultural production further displaced agricultural workers of Los Angeles. Let's say for examples sake that people were no longer needed for fruit harvesting (orange harvesting to follow from the previous example). While import-replacement city-regions would not have as large of a setback due to economic diversification, the agriculturally focused community faces clearances and redundancy. "Any nation where sufficient productive city work is lacking, [as in this example], improvements in rural yields and productivity must leave large numbers of workers idle and redundant, or else rural yields and productivity must remain low. ... The costs of idleness and unproductivity of displaced people, along with the accompanying poverty, demoralization, violence, drug addiction and crime, are incalculable but they are enormous" (Jacobs 88,85). Clearances and redundancy would further shrink the dilapidated region as people look to the cities to find new opportunities. However, those who have no other option and must stay face ever-more depressed living and economic conditions."
Abstract This paper highlights the main theories in JaneJacobs' book on city planning, "The Death and Life of Great American Cities". The paper presents an overview of Jacobs theories, explaining the core arguments underlying her theories and her effective use of examples that support those theories.
From the Paper "The explicit value preached by Jane Jacobs is diversity in functionality. However, Jacobs claims that the designers and planners of cities do not "live in an ideological vacuum" (Jacobs, 24). If this is true, then her attack on the basic principles of the orthodox city planning methods of her time must also be in part an attack on the basic principles of the society that supported such methods. When she condemns the Decentrists for dismissing the city as a "foreground for noise . . . souvenirs, and shrill competitive advertising," the product of "self-centered, ill-advised individuals,"(21) she is, whether she realizes it or not, taking issue with their politics. Competition, advertising, self-centeredness, and individuality are all associated with capitalism, and, as cities are products of business and industry, the very core of capitalist philosophy, to want to truly understand and strengthen the city is to do the same for capitalism."
A discussion on the article "Cities and the Wealth of Nations" by JaneJacobs with the use of the Los Angeles City region as an example of her theories.
Abstract This paper reviews JaneJacobs' article, "Cities and the Wealth of Nations" and discusses her theories of import-replacement - that cities became self reliant and powerful through the forces of social construction and expansion including markets, city jobs, technology, transplants and capital - in turn creating economic expansion. The author lists Los Angeles County as the perfect example of the import-replacement theory. The paper provides a short write up of the geographical range and economic influence of Los Angeles County and explains why Los Angeles is a city region that has successfully implemented Jacob's theory of import-replacement.
From the Paper "While many residents had never visited the devastated areas, these disasters reshaped the cities around them and the dominant social consciousness. In addition, the turn of events affected distant cities and regions. As businesses left the Los Angeles area, other cities were positively affected by the influx in economic prosperity. They responded as passive economies."
Abstract This paper explores the reasons why Harriet Jacobs, a slave who escaped to the North, wrote her slave narrative and discusses who her audience was. The paper looks at what may have motivated Jacobs to write her narrative and how she attempted to appeal to the audience of her narrative.
From the Paper "According to Gates Jr between and one hundred book-length slave narratives had been written by slaves or former slaves while six thousand and six ex-slaves had related their tales to others through interviews essays and books In fact as Gates Jr further points out this is the only time in history where those who were held in bondage as slaves were able to write about their experiences and so create new genre of literature the slave narrative He also contends that scholars have shown the link
Abstract The overthrow of Jacob Arbenz of Guatemala was unquestionably a major event in the history of Central America. The event took place in the middle of the Cold War with the Russians battling the United States for the supremacy of the Third World. The following paper will attempt to show that there were several villains involved in the overthrow of Arbenz and these villains were more subtle than the United Fruit Company which posed the biggest threat to Arbenz's regime.
Abstract This paper discusses Jane Eyre's need for freedom and equality in the book 'Jane Eyre'. At the start of the story, Jane is thought of as being simply a dependent, and therefore is neither free nor equal to those around her. Throughout the novel Jane experiences various degrees of freedom and various forms of equality, but it is not until she finds both simultaneously, and under her own terms, that can she be truly content with her life. By the end of the book she has found all she needs in life.
From the Paper "In the book 'Jane Eyre', by Charlotte Bront?, the title character undergoes a lifelong struggle to find freedom and equality in Victorian society. Throughout the novel Jane experiences various degrees of freedom and various forms of equality, but it is not until she finds both simultaneously, and under her own terms, can she be truly content with her life. Jane's dilemma stems from her expanding definitions of freedom and equality, for due to her restless nature, each new taste of independence soon leaves her hungry for more."
Abstract This paper explains that red, which most people associated as the color of fire, and fire are important symbols in this story. The author points out that, in the beginning chapter of "Jane Eyre" written by Charlotte Bronte, Jane is put in the red room. The paper relates that Bronte continues to use the symbols of fire and red throughout the book in many different forms and shapes as she leads the reader to grasp the importance of Jane becoming independent and not afraid in order to find happiness in her life.
From the Paper "Most people connect red as the color of fire. In the beginning chapter of "Jane Eyre" written by Charlotte Bronte, Jane is put in the "red" room. Red and fire are important symbols in this story. Often these symbols show the struggle Jane has to become independent and to find happiness and a sense of belonging. The beginning chapter of Jane Eyre begins with the fireplace where Eliza, John, and Georgiana cluster around their mother. Fire and red are two symbols that Bronte uses throughout the book in many different forms and shapes as she leads the reader to grasp the importance of Jane becoming independent and not afraid in order to find happiness in her life. In the beginning chapter Jane is hurt by John who started a fight, but Jane is the one punished. "
Abstract This paper examines Charlotte Bronte's novel "Jane Eyre" as an example of a woman trying to gain independence in a male dominated society. The paper details Jane's survival of tragic events in her life.
From the Paper Charlotte Bronte's "Jane Eyre" is considered a classic Gothic novel as it focuses on an unrequited romance and maintains a dark tragic mood throughout. Indeed the novel's title character is forced to endure much suffering and tragedy though she is able to survive these events and achieve a measure of happiness by the novel's conclusion. In this regard Bronte's work may be viewed as one of the earliest feminist texts, as she places Jane Eyre's thoughts and feelings at the novel's center."
Abstract This paper considers the way in which Charlotte Bronte's autobiographical details allow for a feminist message in her novel, "Jane Eyre." The paper contends that Jane's true ambition is to overcome the repression of the male-dominated society of the 19th Century.
From the Paper "In many ways Charlotte Bronte's "Jane Eyre" may be read as one of the earliest feminist texts in English literature. While Bronte employs many of the standard elements of the Gothic novel, it is clear that her true ambition is in her depiction of the title character, a woman who endures great trials in order to overcome repression in the male-dominated society of the nineteenth century."
Tags: feminist, autobiography, jane eyre, charlotte bronte, female, male, patriarchial, inequality, victorian
Abstract This essay examines the issues of eating in Victorian society through Charlotte Bronte's novel, "Jane Eyre. She uses food as an example of the extent to which Victorian society maintained control over the individual. Other areas explored are in the essay include societal rules, class, morality, sexuality, power and control.
From the Paper "Women did, in fact, have a source of power over men; but the nature of Victorian society ensured that this power remained hidden. Sex, and in particular, female sexuality, were concepts considered too scandalous and immoral to be recognised. Bront? therefore employs imagery of eating and starvation to explore the relationship between Jane and Rochester. Jane asserts that "to taste but the crumbs he scattered" was to feast genially? (p.243); she is satisfied with just a little romantic attention. Rochester, however, is desperate to possess: "we must become one flesh without delay, Jane" (p.440). The sexual power Jane holds over Rochester can be illustrated when she refuses his company at dinner: they will not eat together until they are married and she "can"t help it? (p.268). In this case, the intimacy of eating together replicates the intimacy of sex, and Jane is holding back."
Abstract This paper studies Jane Addams the woman and her accomplishments. At her time, she was probably the most beloved woman in America. It details all her areas of progress including: founding a settlement house, educating, writing, labor advocate, and suffragist. She left a legacy of democratic values behind her and American democracy was at a loss. She had paved the path for women that are holding very high positions in corporations, as general counsels, vice-presidents and presidents.
From the Paper "The world certainly did lose something with the death of Jane Addams, with her passing the world lost her fighting spirit and brutal loyalty to American democracy and social justice. But what she left behind was a paved road for women to follow her footsteps. She left a set of ideals in people's minds, she left a role model for little girls who wanted to grow up and change the world. Today and in our history, we have some of those women who fight for some of those same democratic values. Women who are both powerful and influential and make good use of their positions just as Jane did. Women like Eleanor Roosevelt who fought for some of the very same things Jane Addams did, such as democracy, women's rights, and children's education. Oprah Winfrey is another example of an influential role model for women today. She uses her talk show to reach millions and to pass on a message of peace and equality for everyone. Laura Bush continues to crusade for causes both political and social such as literacy, equality, and world hunger. Jane Addams created the foundation for these women to be able to do what they?re doing; she showed us all how it's supposed to be done. "
Abstract Charlotte Bronte''s novel "Jane Eyre" is analysed from a variety of points of view, such as feminism, history, sociology, psychology, and literary criticism in this paper. It is concluded that literary works such as this book are a way of understanding what is universal in life and people. The paper includes an outline.
This paper reviews the novels "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Bronte and "Wide Sargasso Sea" by Jean Rhys and examines how the issue of madness surfaces in these novels.
Abstract The paper explores how the issue of madness surfaces in the novels "Jane Eyre" and "Wide Sargasso Sea" to illuminate the character of Rochester in each story. The paper includes the narrative context of each novel and focuses on the theme of madness.
From the Paper "The purpose of this research is to examine Rochester's perceptions and behavior vis a vis the madness of Bertha Antoinette in "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Bronte and "Wide Sargasso Sea" by Jean Rhys and how those reactions contribute to the post colonial rereading of a Victorian imperialist text."
Abstract The paper discusses how Mikhail Bakhtin contended that all novels conclude without a definitive closure and that traditional endings are not compromised or reconciled for the reader. Bakhtin further stipulates that novels do instead provide conflicts at the end that produce no correct or incorrect resolution. The writer examines how, in the case of "Jane Eyre", for example, one reader may not agree with the choices that she has ultimately made, and therefore, there can be no resolved issues for that reader.
Abstract This paper focuses on the way that Jacobs combines apologies, instructions and narratives. It discusses how Harriet Jacob's slave narrative is often addressed directly to the reader, appealing to them, apologizing to them and trusting them to read her experiences and share her outrage. Her unique style draws the reader into the narrative, making them feel almost as if they were experiencing the indignation she experienced as a southern slave before the Civil War. The writer explains that today, it is difficult to believe people had to live in these kinds of situations, and yet they did, and it is one of the periods in history that shame and diminish America.
From the Paper "Harriet Jacobs, or Linda Brent, was born a slave, and she opens her book with this simple statement, "I was born and reared in Slavery; and I remained in a Slave State twenty-seven years" (Jacobs 459). When she set about to write her experiences as a slave, she used a unique style which spoke to the reader throughout the narrative, as if she was sitting and speaking with whoever was reading her book. Sometimes she apologizes to the reader for what she is about to relate, sometimes she rages at the reader for allowing slavery to continue, and sometimes she simply states what her life was like as a being owned by another. In fact, she opens her narrative with an apology to the reader. "I wish I were more competent to the task I have undertaken. But I trust my readers will excuse deficiencies in consideration of circumstances" (Jacobs 459). Her personal story is sometimes difficult to read because of the cruelties and inhumanity shown to the slaves, however, it cannot help but stir emotion in the reader, and her very personal comments directed at the reader add pathos and drama to her writing."
