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African Influence on Haitian Culture, 2004.
Examines the extent of African culture and history on the culture of Haiti.
2,113 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 66.95
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Although Haitian culture is a unique mix that blends many other cultures to form its own, many of the roots of this cultural representation can be traced to African culture, especially West African. This paper shows that, because most of the inhabitants of Haiti are of African descent, African culture plays a key role in the culture of the island and manifests itself in many ways in a reflection of present and emerged patterns in Haitian cultural history. In family structures, gender, religion, and other areas of culture, it is clear that African culture has had a great deal of influence over Haitian culture before and since the existence of Haiti as an independent country.
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"According to tradition, the spirits of Vodou followed the slaves from Africa to the Caribbean, where Vodou was set up as an inseparable part of Haitian history and culture, and therefore African culture in its
relation to Haitian culture as a continuance and point of influence. Since Vodou was frowned upon by the French during their time ruling the island before the revolution, it had to take on some trappings of Catholicism as a way to disguise the religion. Thus, Vodou continues to have elements that would be familiar to students of Catholicism."
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Tungurahua Volcano, Ecuador, 2004.
A paper on Tungurahua Volcano of Ecuador that has been in active volcanic state since the October of 1999.
1,335 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 44.95
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This paper looks at the potentially disastrous effects of the Tungurahua Volcano on the village of Banos, which lies on the foothills of the mountain. The paper discusses the risks for the inhabitants and plans and solutions that could save the town.
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"As of date, it has been nearly four years since the first of eruptions from the Volcano began spewing out ashes and poisonous smoke in the October of 1999. The authorities were swift to take action, and evacuated the entire population of the town of Banos, as well as all the adjoining areas to various shelters and larger cities to considerable distance from the volcano. In addition, all the roads and highways leading to the town of Banos, and villages at the foothills of the erupting volcano were sealed off for the public. Yet, the residents of Banos and villages wish to return to their homes, and after a brief confrontation with the authorities, villagers as well as townspeople were allowed to move back to their farms and homes, even though the heightened state of yellow alert is still in effect. (Dytt, 1929; Simkin, 1994; Ecuador Travel.Net, 2003)"
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France, 2004.
A brief overview of the history and politics of France.
929 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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This paper looks at France, one of the leading Western industrial democracies with an economy and population similar to those of Great Britain and Italy. It discusses the history of the country, with an emphasis on the changing face of its politics over the years.
Outline
Introduction
History
Modern French Politics
Contemporary Political Issues
Conclusion
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"Around the year 800, most of Western Europe was united under the Frankish king Charlemagne. His kingdom was divided among his grandsons, and the western part became France. By medieval standards, however, France was vast and diverse, and forging it into a single country took centuries. Indeed, strong regional sentiments persist just below the surface in outlying areas such as Brittany and Provence."
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Spain, 2004.
This paper looks at the history of Spain.
970 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 34.95
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This paper provides a brief history of Spain. It looks at the economic and social condition of the country today. An examination of the country's political history is also included.
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"Spain, which is part of the Iberian Peninsula, has been conquered by many different civilizations. Spain was first discovered by Phoenicians in 1100 BC, where they established a trading colony in Cadiz. It remained like this until 228 BC, when the Carthaginians gained control of most of the Iberian Peninsula. Eight years later, in 220 BC, the Romans fought the Carthaginians in the Second Punic War. It lasted until 218 BC and Rome won, therefore gaining control of the Iberian Peninsula. The Romans controlled Iberia for six centuries. When the Roman empire fell in the fifth century, the Visigoths came and claimed Spain. The Muslims of North Africa started to invade Iberia in 711, and took over it within a few years. Starting in 800 A.D. many of the European Christian kingdoms began to drive the Muslims out of Spain. In the 1400s the remaining Muslims were driven out. In 1492 King Fernando and Queen Isabel allowed Christopher Colombus to set sail and discover the New World. Starting in the 1500s Spain sent over explorors called conquistadors um who explored most of Florida, Central America, and South America. After they explored those territories they began to colonize them. In 1588 Spain sent a fleet of ships, called the Spanish Armada, to invade England, but was defeated. Because of the defeat Spain never became the great power they once were and continued to decline there afterward. In April 1898 the Spanish-American War began. It was a very short war, but it did had major effects. For the United States it was an effective battle because they gained territories, but for Spain it had a bad outcome, they lost their empire. From 1936 to 1939 the Spanish Civil War went on. It was a bloody battle, and in the end General Francisco Franco established a dictatorship. In 1975, General Franco died and Juan Carlos de Borbon was made king. After Borbon became king, Spain was made a constitutional monarchy."
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Mississippi River, 2004.
A brief examination of the history of the Mississippi River.
821 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 29.95
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This paper explains the historical and geographical importance of the Mississippi River. It looks at the symbolic nature of the river as being the separation point between East and West. The paper focuses on the early history of the river and looks at the Native Americans who lived nearby.
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"The Mississippi River is one of the world's great rivers. It is the longest river in the United States, more than twenty-three hundred miles in length, as it forms the borders of ten states, almost bisecting the continent (Currie,2003, 8). The river has a long history as well, and it has touched the lives of many people. The Mississippi is said to begin at Lake Itasca in Minnesota. In 1832, explorer Henry Schoolcraft named this lake, not after any local Indian name, but from the Latin words for "true head" which are veritas caput shortened to "Itasca" (Currie, 2003, 4). However, long before its source was named it was a navigational river."
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California History, 2004.
Examines issues pertaining to the land, water, and air in the history of the State of California.
800 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 28.95
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This paper examines the importance of land in California, beginning with its division by the Mexican government before the area joined the Union, until the present day demand for land due to a growing population. The paper discusses problems relating to the land in California and other aspects, such as air pollution, water supplies, and the automobile industry.
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"There are simply too many people in California for the available water, and so water projects have grown up all over the state to meet the needs. The Central Valley Project helped turn the Central Valley into one of the most successful agricultural areas in the country, and the Feather River Project brought water to many parts of the state ? even as far south as San Diego County from as far north as Sacramento (Rolle 637-643). Clearly, relying on far-off water supplies can be dangerous. The water has to travel great distances, and it costs millions of dollars to construct the aqueducts to carry the water. All these costs are passed along to the consumer in higher water prices."
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Rwanda Genocide Trial, 2004.
This paper discusses the effects of the United Nations International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) sentencing two Rwandan journalists to life imprisonment for their role in fanning the flames of the 1994 genocide in Rwanda.
815 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 29.95
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This paper explains that the ICTR decision comes almost a decade after the genocide in Rwanda, which began in April 1994 and continued for over 100 days; during this period, members of the Rwandan Hutu majority slaughtered over 800,000 members of the minority Tutsi tribe, mostly using machetes. The author points out that, though the trials are not over, the decisions are having an important impact on the future of Rwanda, such as the new Constitution, which prevents both the Hutus and the Tutsis from dominating the legislature or the cabinet. The paper stresses that one of the biggest challenges remaining is in the health service sector, in general, and among Rwanda's rising AIDS population, in particular.
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"Economic analysts like Ford (2003) thus suggest that rather than trying to recapture the markets it lost in crops such as bananas, beans and sorghum, Rwanda could instead concentrate on trying to revive its coffee trade. This suggestion holds much merit, considering how the Rwandan landscape is covered with coffee plantations, much of the population lives in rural areas and the current boom in specialty and fair trade coffees. It is unrealistic to expect Rwanda to have any active tourism trade in the near future. Instead, Rwanda could capitalize on the coffee trade and should take care to diversify its export crops. Thus, after the coffee crops are underway, Ford (2003) suggests plantations could also cultivate tobacco and the government could look into developing Rwanda's mining industry."
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Tibet, 2004.
A description of the country and people of Tibet.
2,000 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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This paper begins with a brief history of the country of Tibet, including its population statistics, geography, and political strife. The paper then explores the current situation faced by Tibetan people, including their culture, society, laws, and religion.
Contents
Tibetan People
Present day Tibet and Tibetans
How Tibetan People Identify Themselves?
Tibetan Ceremonies and Rituals
Conclusion
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"Tibet is an area of about 2.5 million square kilometers lying at the center of Asia with an average altitude of 13,000 feet above sea level. It is not a separate country as it was annexed by China in 1949-50 after the Communist Revolution. Tibetan people, with a distinct culture and language have lived in the region and the surrounding areas for over a thousand years. Despite the attempt of the Chinese to suppress and obliterate the separate identity of their identity since they occupied the region, Tibetans have struggled to maintain their identity under the spiritual leadership of Dalai Lama who lives in exile in India since 1959."
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The Bermuda Triangle: Myth or Mystery?, 2004.
Discusses the different theories about the Bermuda Triangle and the disappearances that have occurred there.
1,380 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 46.95
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This paper discusses some of the strange disappearances that have taken place in the geographic area known as the Bermuda Triangle and explores the different theories that have been asserted to explain these disappearances.
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"A variety of grim nicknames have been used to describe this area of the Atlantic Ocean over the past forty years, such as: the Devil?s Triangle, the Hoodoo Sea and the Limbo of the Lost. The most commonly used name, the Bermuda Triangle, was coined by researcher and author Vincent Gaddis in 1964 in his article, ?The Deadly Bermuda Triangle?."
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South Africa and the U.S., 2004.
An examination of the relationship between the United States and South Africa.
1,624 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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This work compares the demographic structure of the United States and South Africa and further discusses issues associated with cooperation between the two nations.
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"Geographic location as well as the diverse cultural configuration of South Africa and the fact that many more people within the country are what would be considered indigenous to the area lends to the greater percentages of non-European centered faith practices. Where as many faiths are practiced with in the United States those not relying upon what is known as the Old Testament only constitute 4% of the population, less than half that of those who proclaim to have no faith. Yet, it seems clear that more of the total population of South Africa proclaim affiliations with some form of faith."
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Cincinnati and Lawrenceburg, 2004.
A comparative analysis of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Lawrenceburg, Indiana.
1,185 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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This paper presents a comparative analysis of two cities in regard to the current trends in economic growth or decline; economic features, both historic and cultural factors that play a role in the economic structure; and current conditions and trends such as age, race etc., that contribute to GSP. It provides a comparative analysis of the states' focus and identifies products or capital contributing to the GSP through exports or imports. The two cities are Cincinnati, Ohio, and Lawrenceburg, Indiana.
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"By far the number one impact on GSP from the Cincinnati and Lawrenceburg area has been the contribution in community revenues directly received from gambling and the Argosy Casino organization. Community leaders agree that the economic and social impact by the area's new gambling industry has benefited all. With employment figures at all time highs and local income positively effected, Cincinnati and Lawrenceburg have contributed higher revenues in per capita taxes to their respective state coffers. The area currently boasts of higher revenues in the tourism industry such as hotels, motel, and convenience stores; the local travel industry such as gas stations, restaurant and entertainment facilities. Although the gambling revenues are not a complete solution for solving all revenue problems, the Cincinnati and Lawrenceburg area are enjoying the new found prosperity."
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Hong Kong, China, 1998.
A look at the new challenges facing Hong Kong as one of the world's premiere trade ports and economically free markets.
1,503 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 49.95
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This paper examines the history of Hong Kong through the modern era and its place among the economic powerhouses of the world. Its focus is placed primarily on trade export and labor statistics, along with the new governmental reforms imposed after the nation's return to Chinese rule. It looks at how the the overall outlook for the economy of Hong Kong, China, looks good and how, of all the Asian economies, its is by far the most resilient.
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"Hong Kong was established as a separate territorial unit in 1842, as part of settlement between Britain and China following the First Opium War (1841-42). The original reason for the occupation of Hong Kong was the need for a base for trade with China. Under the Treaty of Nanjing (1842), China ceded the Hong Kong Island to Britain ?in perpetuity,? opened up its ports to foreign trade, and conceded the right of extraterritoriality to British consuls. In 1860, following the Second Opium War (1858-60), China ceded the Kowloon peninsula to Britain. Finally, following the Japan-China war of 1894-95, Britain demanded the lease of the area north of Kowloon in order to secure control of the northern shore of the harbor and a wide area of land beyond for defense purposes. China leased this territory to Britain for 99 years under the Convention of Peking beginning July 1, 1898 (Dodsworth/Mihajek, 1997)."
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Developing Agriculture, 2004.
This is a paper on agriculture in less developed nations.
934 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 33.95
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This paper briefly explains that there are many issues facing underdeveloped nations today. It examines whether these countries should give up their agriculture sector in order to become well-developed nations.
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"There are several factors which have a negative impact on the agriculture industry. There are few paved roads to transport the goods, creating a longer delivery time to the markets, and a high rate of spoilage. Erosion and deforestation are reducing the amount of cultivatable acreage, bad weather such as drought or flooding can devastate entire crops, and lack of irrigation systems in these areas can result in a shortened growing season."
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Vancouver, B.C., 2004.
An overview of the history of Vancouver, Canada.
3,347 words (approx. 13.4 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 95.95
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Vancouver, British Columbia, is a location that is steeped in tradition and a rich history. This paper examines Vancouver within the larger context of western Canadian development. It presents a short history of Vancouver and discusses the changes that have taken place over time. In addition, the research focuses on the community's political history as a local register of reaction to outside or distant forces. The paper concludes by assessing regional geographic factors and reflecting upon the broad sweep of Vancouver?s history over the decades.
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"The author also explains that the governor was instructed by the company to consult the local chiefs about the rights of the natives. (Tenant 1990) The company also asserted that the natives only had rights to land which they themselves had cultivated or had built houses upon. (Tenant 1990) The natives would also retain the right to hunt and fish. Furthermore, any land that was not being used was described as waste and subject to colonization. (Tenant 1990) The Company also asserted that if the natives wanted access to the wasted land they must properly register with the colony. (Tenant 1990)"
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Jordan and the Middle East, 2004.
An analysis of the politics and economy of Jordan in relation to the rest of the Middle East region.
2,539 words (approx. 10.2 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 76.95
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This paper examines the country of Jordan, focusing on the more recent years of political liberalization. The paper begins with a brief history of the political situation in Jordan, starting with its first parliamentary elections in 1989. The writer explores how the monarchy of Jordan was affected by the change to a democratic and open political make-up.
Contents
Jordan
Political Liberalization
What: Democratic Discourse and Monarchical Praxis in Jordan
Jordan's Democratic Discourse: Reading Between the Lines
Why? Explaining Recent Political Liberalization
Liberalizing Monarchy
Bibliography
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"This extraordinary rate and level of political opening in current years in and of itself creates Jordan commendable of additional study. As well this, on the other hand, more than a few other issues make the case of particular concentration. Primary, Jordan symbolized a case of liberalization in a monarchical management. Such political systems, increasingly uncommon in the contemporary world, but excessively established in the Middle East, have mostly been unnoticed in most of the accessible literature on Third World democratization. In order to understand the political liberalization in Jordan, we must analyze the political history, as well as the recent transformations in the political structure so as to comprehend the real political players and their role in Jordanian politics."
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