Abstract
In this book review of "Les Liaisons Dangereuses" by Choderlos de Laclos, the author looks at the work of Laclos in a very complimentary manner despite the fact that at the time of publishing his book, there was outcry, shock and disdain to the vulgarity of it. With time, as the author reminds us, the book "Les Liaisons Dangereuses" became more accepted to the point that in the last decade no less than three movies were made based on it. The paper then proceeds to discuss the merits of the book and what society has learnt from it looking and the message it is trying to give. The author concludes with his assessment that "Les Liaisons Dangereuses" is a warning to society that idleness is a step towards the devil's playground.

From the Paper
"At last we come to the two most famous characters in Les Liaisons Dangereuses, and certainly the most difficult to explain in terms of a moralistic standpoint. First, the one who proves to be the lesser of the two evils, the Vicomte de Valmont. Turnell states that Valmont is "not restrained by any inhibition, by any feeling of guilt or shame" (Turnell 60). This is an over-simplified view of the much more complex character of Valmont, however. As the moralists of the period agreed, all humans have certain and similar natural desires, but varying degrees of ability to control, that is to hide them."

Tags:aristocracy, idle, rich, france, religion, moral, sinner

Abstract
This paper reviews, discusses and analyzes Pierre Choderlos de Laclos' famous eighteen century novel, 'Les Liaisons Dangereuses'. According to the paper, 'Les Liaisons Dangereuses' is written in the epistolary form, and has two main protagonists: Marquise de Merteuil and the Vicomte de Valmont. The paper also explains how the theme of the novel seems to be perfectly expressed by William Blake in his poem, "The Clod and the Pebble".

From the Paper
"The love that does not seek to please itself but is genuine and sincere is primarily that of other characters in the novel, like Cecile, at least in the beginning, and Madame de Tourvel. However, this understanding of love is also valid, in a way, in the case of the Marquise and the Vicomte. It is easily noticeable that the two actually force themselves into embracing the other ideal of love which seems to gratify their dominating natures. It is an act of will on their part, and they are their own creations, as Merteuil notices: "I carried this zeal so far as voluntarily to inflict pains upon myself while looking for a pleased expression on my face. I worked on myself with the same care to repress the symptoms of an unexpected joy." (Letter 81)"

Tags:game, of, love, Merteuil, relationship, love, Cecile, Valmont, Alexander

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This paper attempts to present the evidence that supports how Madame de Tourvel reveals her hidden feelings for Valmont through ambiguous language in "Les Liaisons Dangereuses" by Choderlos de Laclos. It shows that, while we cannot deny the fact that she may have had the best of intentions when she began her correspondence with Valmont, we also cannot ignore the passion that Valmont arouses within her and how, when we read between the lines, we discover that she is quite passionate about Valmont, despite what she claims. It looks at how the hidden meanings in her text reveal a secret passion for him that refuses to be silenced.

From the Paper
"On the surface, Madame de Tourvel pretends to be virtuous, and indeed, she may desire to be but her letters reveal that she is vulnerable to Valmont's letters. In Letter 50, when she tells him that his letters speak of sentiments she "should be reluctant to acknowledge" (113) even if doing so would violate her "sense of duty" (113). What we find about this statement is the fact that she has just told him that mentioning his sentiments would violate her, yet has mentioned them anyway and does not seem to suffer from any lack of commitment or obligation. She also claims that she cherishes the "ties" (124) that keep her from involving herself with him in Letter 56. Furthermore, she also constantly tells Valmont that she has no desire to respond to his feelings. Yet, every time she mentions them, she is responding to them."

Tags:passion, letters

Abstract
Discusses Choderlos de Laclos' novel of 1782. Its form as an epistolary novel. Main theme of corruption of innonence and virtue, and the power of evil. Elegance of the book's language and finely structured plot. Character of Valmont; his personality traits; his parasitical relationships. His inability to form meaningful relationships.

From the Paper
"Choderlos de Laclos s Les liaisons dangereuses translated sometimes as Dangerous Acquaintances but more accurately titled in English with the cognate Dangerous Liaisons is an epistolary novel (published in 1782) that takes as its main theme the corruption of innocence and virtue by the libertine Valmont and his mistress, the vicious and immoral Madame de Mertueil simply for their own amusement. The book s great virtues are the elegance of its language and its finely structured plot along with Laclos s ability to examine in such an unflinching way the fascination and power of evil. The battle of the sexes which is also at the center of the book is portrayed with deadly seriousness (the only real lack in the book is perhaps a touch of irony and humor). All frivolity and sentimentality have been banished from this book, which depicts a world that is deeply ..."

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This paper is an attempt to support the thesis that "Les Liaisons Dangereuses" is an example of an Aristotelian tragedy. There are several elements that need to be present in a story in order to make it an Aristotelian tragedy. These elements include a tragic hero's character flaw, the plot, use language in a variety of artistic methods, a radical change in the direction of the storyline, a tragic conclusion and a purge of emotions. This serves as the basis for Aristotle's definition of a tragedy in literature. The author sites several passages from the story to support the thesis that this is indeed an Aristotelian tragedy.

From the Paper
"An Aristotelian tragedy must use language in a variety of artistic methods appropriate for the specific parts of the story and, more importantly, to reflect the nature of the characters. Valmont's letters, especially those to the Marquise, portray his high level of education; he often makes allusions to mythology to explain his view on the art of seduction and his actions towards Madame de Tourvel. The tone of his letters to Madame de Tourvel, however, have a more dramatic nature. Here his letters possess a desperate tone, full of emotion, in order to convince her of his love. This also causes her to feel even more guilt for not yielding to him. Valmont tells Madame de Tourvel, Never have I enjoyed writing to you so much; never have I felt whilst doing so such a tender, yet keen emotion (Laclos 95). The different language used in his letters to Madame to Tourvels and the Marquise thus reveals his character."

Tags:character, emotions, conclusion, language, methods, literature, storyline, plot, valmont, tourvel, madame, marquise, personality, traits

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This paper looks at in Laclos'"Les Liaisons Dangereuses." It discusses the cultural context in which the novel first appeared and how the pattern of ideas about freedom and sexual freedom is articulated in the novel.

From the Paper
"This research examines the themes of social sexual religious and political freedom in Laclos's Les Liaisons Dangereuses. The research will set forth the cultural context in which the novel first appeared and link that context to the shape of the pattern of..."

Tags:Sex

politics, Laclos

religion

society

revolution

France

Enlgihtenment

Choderlos de Laclos

Abstract
This paper discusses De-Mar's product strategy, and what the products and services are. It further describes how the company's marketing, finance, and personnel all support Del-Mar's product strategy. De-Mar's customer-centric service policies are also highlighted.

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"De-Mar's product is plumbing, heating and air conditioning service. The tangible parts of this product include parts needed for plumbing, heating and air conditioning maintenance and repair. These are the least important parts of D-Mar's product however. The service components are the ones that garnered it the customers that previously thought of other similar companies first for meeting their service needs. Expertise, outstanding customer service the actual servicing of the plumbing heating and air conditioning systems and a commitment to long-term business rather than to..."

Tags:De-Mar, product strategy, heating, plumbing, air conditioning, customer service, OMs

Abstract
This paper examines the life of Diane de Poitiers, the mistress of the sixteenth century French king, Henry II. The author notes that Diane de Poitiers emerged as a power in the French court of King Henry II because of her beauty, great insight, and political astuteness, and used them skillfully to forge an ever stronger relationship with the King. As the years passed she acquired so much influence that she became the queen of France in all but name, was the brains behind the throne, and was even placed in charge of educating the royal children of Henry and Catherine.

Tags:EUROPEAN STUDIES (HISTORY, CULTURE) / FRANCE, diane de poitiers

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This paper examines De Sica's films in greater detail as well as the environment which shaped his views.

Tags:vitorio, de, sica

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In early-April 2000, HSBC Holdings PLC agreed to acquire a majority holding in Credit Commercial de France (CCF). The proposed merger of the two banking firms is analyzed in this paper. The analysis focuses on strategic choices made by HSBC in developing its acquisition strategy, motivations by both firms for the merger, a SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats) analysis of the proposed merger, analysis of the proposed merger within the context of Porter's Five-Forces Model of Competitiveness and challenges that will be faced by HSBC in relation to differences in corporate cultures should the merger be completed.

From the Paper
"A major motivation for HSBC to acquire CCF was to dilute the company's risk exposure in the Asian market (considered by HSBC management to be highly volatile) by increasing the company's presence in the European banking industry ("S&P Affirms HSBC Holdings Plc," 2000).
CCF, a successful but medium-sized company, has been a takeover target for larger financial institutions in Europe for more than a year. The suitors and their proposals, however, were not attractive to CCF management. Realizing that acquisition was probable sooner rather than later, CCF management was amenable to an acquisition proposal that addressed their own needs and those of CCF shareholders. The HSBC offer, which came as a surprise, met each of these requirements and has been recommended to CCF shareholders by the CCF board ("HSBC "a Major Player in Europe,"" 2000). Job losses at CCF, as an example, are expected to be minimal in an HSBC-CCF merger."

Tags:Banque, Nationale, de, Paris, electronic, banking