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18th Century Paris Entertainment, 2007.
An examination of the different entertainment options of the different classes in 18th century Paris.
2,362 words (approx. 9.4 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 72.95
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This paper looks at how in terms of entertainment, Paris had much to offer during the 18th century. It examines the most popular entertainments of the middle and upper classes, of the bourgeoisie and the aristocracy at the time.
Outline:
Public and Private Balls
Opera and Ballet
Theatre
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"Many women would occupy their mornings with reading (if they would read - illiteracy among higher class women was much higher in France than in England at the time), drawing or music. The preferred instrument among French ladies was the harpsichord. It was considered very elegant and was an ornamented piece of furniture that could occupy a room on its own with only some chairs around for the audience. Some harpsichords were masterpieces of craftsmanship and bore elaborate drawings and carved birds, flowers, lake scenes, etc. J.B. Huet was a very talented painter who painted on harpsichords during the middle of the 18th century. The music women used to play was by Francois Couperin - his first collection Suites was published in 1713. They would also play Bach and Haendel. Mozart and Vivaldi were very much appreciated. "
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Late 19th Century Working Class Women, 2008.
This paper discuses literature about research describing working class women in the late 19th century, especially in Montreal and Paris, Ontario.
2,090 words (approx. 8.4 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 65.95
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This paper explains that, in Bettina Bradbury's research, between 1861 and 1891, mainly French-Canadian women are found living and working in a harsh way, which demanded general resourcefulness to maintain their families' survivals. The author points out that, in contrast, Joy Parr's study of Ontario's industrial towns after 1880 reveals women's closer connections to the waged labor economy. The paper stresses that Bradbury's depiction of working class women in Montreal is convincing and speaks to Canadian women in terms beyond economics or feminism. The author found that, despite much theory referring to positions of gender as somehow unitary, there are dangers in presuming the realities of working class women in the later 19th century. The paper concludes that this literature helps interpret a contemporary Canadian society, which still tends to disadvantage women.
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Introduction
Situation versus Culture
Reflection
Last Remarks
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"Few widows received pension incomes for their husbands had often not had pensions in the forms of employment available to them. A predictable aspect of law so disadvantageous to women was the woman to turn to prostitution for survival or those running brothels or taverns. Joy Parr's work refers to Paris, Ontario and the demand for mainly British factory hands, often women, who were already skilled contributors to factory life before emigration. The idea of women working beyond the home as losing their reputations prevailed in much attention to 'protecting' women in Paris Ontario, as in the Penmans company's payment of quite low wages but also providing recreational and health care services."
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"The Mysteries of Paris", 2002.
An in-depth review of Eugene Sue's "The Mysteries of Paris", which is about life in the lower-class streets of Europe in the 19th century.
4,276 words (approx. 17.1 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 113.95
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This paper reviews Sue's work, which focuses heavily on the plight of the poor and the kinds of trials and tribulations that they were forced to undergo as a result of their socioeconomic status in 19th century Paris. It discusses how, in constructing his material, Sue is primarily concerned with expressing a political and social truth.
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"Certainly, one of the most important elements of the way that we as readers must even interact with the novels of Eugene Sue (and his Mysteries of Paris as it will be considered in the specific analysis to follow) is his indebtedness to the tradition of romanticism, which, at the time that he composed Mysteries of Paris, as well as when he engaged in the composition of many of his other works, was the dominant and most profoundly revolutionary intellectual and aesthetic trend sweeping through Europe at the time. Indeed, we can see the degree of influence and sway that Romanticism had over Sue in the very melodramatic and emotional content of his novels, whose characters tend to swing between enormous highs and lows as regards the way that they interact with fate and fortune. Indeed, this Romantic bias is not simply a stylistic issue that effects certainly elements of the plot and the embellishments of the prose; rather, Eugene Sue?s Romantic bias had a profound effect on the very choice of subject matter that he chose to engage in the formulation of his novels as well as the light and manner in which those subjects were thereafter portrayed."
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The "Haussmanization" of Paris in the 1860s, 2005.
A look at the impact Baron Haussman had on Paris life in the 19th century.
2,375 words (approx. 9.5 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 72.95
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This paper is about the life and times of Baron Haussmann, who was appointed Prefect of the Seine in the 19th century. It discusses how far his policies were able to influence and generate new spaces of consumption. Furthermore, it focuses on the newly created set of social and cultural consumer behaviours and practices, and explains how these substantially changed the late nineteenth and early twentieth century city life. The author has included some illustrations and a map for reference.
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"The second half of the nineteenth century saw an era of rapid change throughout Europe. Urbanization and civilization mark this epoche and indicate that the city rapidly gained a modern status of prestige that until then was predominantely occupied by the larger residencies situated outside the city. The city, usually avoided by the nobility as a place to live, experienced a remarkable metamorphosis in reputation during the course of the nineteenth century. A particular role model for this was Paris, which had always been a precursor of culture, haute couture and style, even as early as late nineteenth century. However, when Baron Haussmann was appointed Prefect of the Seine in 1853 and instigated a transformation plan for the city, a process of change was about to emerge, which entailed a chain reaction of political, economical and spacial changes."
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Ecole Militaire in Paris, 1999.
Examines architectural significance of 18th Cent. military school in urban development of Paris, focusing on its style, structure, purpose and design.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 4 sources, $ 55.95
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" The Ecole Militaire in Paris was designed by architect Jacques-Ange Gabriel for Louis XV, and the structure was inspired by secular principles and built on a monumental scale. This was in 1750, and the structure incorporated the latest trends in hygiene by providing single rooms instead of dormitories for its aristocratic pupils in order to avoid the spread of infection, such as had happened in other schools before this time. The Ecole Militaire was built in part in order to top the design of the nearby L'h?tel national des Invalides, built by Louis XIV as a military hospital with the latest advances and with a massive design encompassing several buildings in one. The Ecole Militaire and the L'h?tel national des Invalides face one another across what was once an expanse of open land, but urbanization has affected and surrounded both, as have modern roads and a.."
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Artistic and Cultural Movements in the 20th century, 2007.
This paper portrays the trends in art, music and literature that emerged in 20th century France.
1,175 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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The paper discusses how the late 19th and early 20th centuries enjoyed a prolific variety of artistic and cultural movements that forever changed the faces of visual arts, literature and music. The paper describes how the early 20th century in particular seemed to be a time ripe for intellectual and creative innovation. The paper mentions Pablo Picasso, Ernest Hemingway and Josephine Baker as a part of this amazing community of artists. The paper illustrates how Paris of the early 20th century experienced an epidemic of creativity that spilled over and infected countries around the world and started the ripples that would eventually build up to crashing waves of major artistic movements.
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"Paris reacted to the end of the war with absolute jubilance. It seems like a logical consequence that after facing half a decade of fear, violence, death and disease the city would explode into an atmosphere that nurtured anything that smacked of life. Drinking, drugs, sex, and the Running of the Bulls lured many up-and-coming and some already established artists to the city (Seigal 18). An unprecedented mingling of great minds and talents created such an artistically charged atmosphere left even the dullest among them inspired and eager to create. The city became an artist's Mecca, drawing in talents of all caliber and envy from those who couldn't make it."
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Global Entertainment, 2005.
An essay answering three questions pertaining to global entertainment.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 13 sources, APA, $ 79.95
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This paper describes three components pertaining to global entertainment: Spanish-language entertainment in the United States; noncommercial entertainment; and copyright law. The paper discusses marketing strategies and practices, new methods and technology for delivering entertainment media and the impact these components have on revenues.
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The Normative Basis of Entertainment and Information in Our Lives, 2002.
A philosophical study of the impact of entertainment on our society and self.
3,085 words (approx. 12.3 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 90.95
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This paper defines entertainment, and its reflection on the composition of society and the notion of self in the modern era. It explores the epistemological and metaphysical implications of entertainment, especially the origin, acquisition, and processing of information. The paper describes the normative implications of entertainment and how a society?s reliance on entertainment affects the beliefs and norms which guide and justify particular actions and decisions.
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"Could I have been anyone other than me? This question, which at the very least seems absurd and at the very best rhetorical, actually points to an important fact about the way in which we construct our notion of personal identity. In the modern technological age in which we live, the pervasive access and consumption to entertainment and information has had a transformative effect on societal values and notions of self to the point that it does indeed to make sense to ask what role our management of information and entertainment has in our lives and how that entertainment effects our notions of self and, in turn, our worldview."
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The Role of Entertainment in Ancient Rome, 2008.
A discussion of the important function of entertainment in the political and everyday life of the Roman Republic and Roman Empire.
1,878 words (approx. 7.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 60.95
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This paper examines the social and political significance of the entertainment in the life of ancient Rome. The paper explains that even though many forms of entertainment existed, special emphasis was given to the spectacles and public events rather than private events, like parties. The paper then looks at the function of these spectacles and their role in the politics and government of Ancient Rome. The paper discusses how, as Rome expanded both territorially and in influence, the status of the spectacles transformed - the expansion resulted in significant social and economic changes. The paper points out that entertainment in ancient Rome had a function that significantly differs from its function today - it was an opportunity for public gathering during which the people could speak freely and express their concerns. In conclusion, the paper shows that as Rome went from the republic to the empire, the spectacles remained important events and they gave the opportunity to the masses to see their ruler and express their opinion on state matters freely.
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"The Romans were an agricultural society and their religion can be described as polytheistic paganism. The early religious rituals were aimed at pleasing the gods who, as Romans believed, controlled everything necessary for a successful harvest like crop growth and weather. The rituals were not limited only to the agriculture. They also extended to celebrations of military victories, celebrations of various household deities, etc. As Shelton notes "these days were the days of sacrifice and ritual, but also of holiday merriment, as Easter or Christmas are for us today" (329). In other words, these holidays were a great opportunity to skip a day of hard work, relax, socialize, be grateful for what you have and, through the rituals, do the best to have more next season. As such these holidays did not have any deeper political and social position in the Roman society.
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Gaylord Entertainment, 2002.
A desciption of Gaylord Entertainment and the facilities available.
1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 7 sources, $ 62.95
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A paper on industry and economy, showing that Gaylord Entertainment is exactly that: entertainment. The writer believes that it's more than just country music, bit in fact luxury hotels, fabulous dining, music, TV and radio, dance clubs, shopping, interactive media, artist's management and more.
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"The Unruly Women of Paris", 2002.
A review of author and historian Gay L. Gullickson's book, "The Unruly Women of Paris".
980 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 0 sources, $ 34.95
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The author of this paper shows how Gullickson clarifies a common misperception of history through unfolding an historical narrative and contrasting popular illustrations and images with historical documentation. The paper shows how this contrast was made using the women of Paris during the Paris Commune of 1871 as an example.
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"Even supporters of the Commune, however, tended to accept the notion of women in politics in schematic, rather than humanistic terms. While the conservatives saw the women of the commune as either furies or devils, supporters both of the day and historians of the past saw the women as ministering angels. Liberals tended to see the women of the commune also, not as soldiers engaging in a struggle, or engaging in intelligent and vital actions and negotiating strategies, but merely as physical representations of freedom (like Marianne in the painting "Liberty Leading the People)."
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Adult Entertainment and the Internet, 2004.
Discusses issues involving the marketing of adult entertainment on the Internet.
1,717 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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Marketing adult entertainment is more complex than one might imagine, and when one adds the complications of the Internet itself, as well as foreign countries, it becomes even more complex. This paper looks at issues such as age restrictions, limits placed on the pornography industry, advertising, and popular pornographic sites. The paper also covers ways in which one might market adult entertainment on the Internet successfully.
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"Some states and countries also have regulations on what kind of porn is legal and what isn?t. Some of this questionable content has come to include such sexual acts as bestiality, scat, bondage, rape depiction, ?barely legal,? etc. Another thing that makes marketing and selling books a lot easier than pornography is the fact that you have more outlets to sell the books."
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Popular Entertainment, 2003.
The following essay discusses popular entertainment today and the code that it represents.
840 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 0 sources, $ 29.95
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This essay critically analyzes the media?s function in society today. The writer contends that it does not function as a source of entertainment and it does not reflect the needs and values of the society, rather the media perpetuates a system of conditioned responses to formulas which seem to be reflecting on the values of the society.
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?When we state that the media functions as a source of entertainment and reflects the needs and values of the society we are being naive. That may have been the case ten years ago but today, in the era of the communications revolution the situation is much different. The reach and the scope of the media through technology has allowed it to become the agenda setter rather than the community and the values that the media propagates then become the values of the society.?
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Marx's "Paris Manuscripts", 2005.
An analysis of the theme of alienation in Karl Marx's "Paris Manuscripts".
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper examines how Karl Marx's "Paris Documents" examine the philosophical concept of alienation, which Marx expertly grounds in the material construction of human existence. It looks at how the work Marx produced in the "Paris Manuscripts" accurately describes the conditions of laborers not only within capitalism but, more importantly, within the structure of civilization itself.
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"Well before Karl Marx completed his (in)famous Communist Manifesto, he was working on many of the preliminary ideas that would shape that work in 1844 in Paris. The work that Marx produced in those years was ultimately never finished but forms an important basis of our understanding of the development of Marx's critical perspectives. In particular, the Paris Documents examine the philosophical concept of alienation, which Marx expertly grounds in the material construction of human existence."
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"The Judgment of Paris", 2002.
A review of "The Judgment of Paris" by Lucas Cranach the Elder.
1,011 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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This paper offers a discussion and analysis of the artwork entitled "The Judgment of Paris," by Lucas Cranach the Elder. Specifically, the paper describes the subject of the work and analyzes it with regard to its expressive content. The paper attempts to answer the following questions: What statement do you think the artist wanted to make? What techniques did the artist use to make this statement? "The Judgment of Paris" depicts a famous mythological scene with great attention to detail and reality.
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"Lucas Cranach the Elder was a German painter who lived from 1472 to 1553, and painted in the Northern Renaissance style. This painting, "The Judgment of Paris," is tempera and oil on wood, which measures 401/2 x 28 and Cranach painted it sometime around 1528. Cranach enjoyed painting in a natural style, blending his figures with the surrounding landscape, and this painting is a good example of his technique (Editors). The landscape behind the figures is quite detailed. It even includes a medieval castle on the edge of a towering cliff, along with a medieval town set off in the distance in the valley, with a ship floating serenely in the town's harbor."
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