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The Role of Women in Islam and Christianity, 2007.
A comparison of the modern roles of women in Christian and Islamic society.
854 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 30.95
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This work compares and contrasts women's roles in Islam and Christianity, in an attempt to determine whether the general opinions of the subjugation of Islamic women and the feminism among Christian women is in fact true. The writer presents the opinion that the roles of women in society and religion are not as different between Islam and Christianity as generally believed.
Table of Contents:
Objective
Introduction
I. The View from Islam
II. The Christian View of the Role of Women
Discussion
Summary and Conclusion
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"While the Christian perspective of the woman's role appears to be much more lenient, one must only tune into the view of Paul in his writings on the role of women. Paul relates that women are not to speak out in the church but to remain silent. Women are admonished as well not to cut their hair as Paul states in I Corinthians chapter 11 and verse 15: "But if a woman have long hair, it is a glory to her, for her hair is given her a covering." (Holy Bible, KJV p. 1441) While it was many years ago when this was expressed by Paul and while it is true that views have most certainly changed for some branches of the Christian church, this belief remains strong in some sectors of the traditional religion of Christianity with some religions disallowing the wearing of pants by female members of their denomination and disallowing as well the cutting of a woman's hair."
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'Jack Maggs', 2006.
This paper analyzes the novel 'Jack Maggs' by Peter Carey.
2,185 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 68.95
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In this article, the writer introduces, discusses and analyzes the novel 'Jack Maggs' by Peter Carey. Specifically, the writer discusses and interprets three major aspects of the novel: crime in the 19th century, class in London in the early 19th century and women and their roles in this place and time. The writer explains that 'Jack Maggs' is a historical novel in the tradition of Charles Dickens. The writer discusses that many critics compare this novel to Dickens' "Great Expectations", with Maggs taking on the Dickens' character of Magwitch. The writer maintains that the story is as much a tale of London and her history as it is a retelling of Dickens' work and even his own life. The writer concludes that 'Jack Maggs' is a compelling book that leaves the reader with a deeper understanding of the inner workings of London in Victorian times.
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"Victorian England, the period for this richly detailed novel, was a time of great growth and change in society. The Industrial Revolution, with its machinery and mass production was underway, and British cities were filling up with thousands of people looking for work in the factories. Living conditions for the lower classes were deplorable at best. The London setting of this novel makes that quite clear. It shows London as vibrant and alive, but also dirty, smelly, and incredibly crowded. It was also a city filled with crime, poverty, and desperation.
It is not surprising that author Tobias Oates is obsessed with crime and criminology. He lived in a city where crime was rampant."
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100 Years of Technical Advancement in Hair Science, 2006.
The paper examines the history behind hair science since Victorian times.
3,580 words (approx. 14.3 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 100.95
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The paper shows how hair science is a direct result of commercial interest in the industry, and its important role in economics and the social world, which has fostered its profound development over the last century. The hair care industry is a multi-million dollar business with serious economic, technological, social, and fashion attributes. Hair styles have changed dramatically, serving as part of the socio-cultural process of identity construction, gender relations, and political expression. Likewise, they have been as influenced by the social constructions they nurture. The paper examines the last half of the century which has witnessed the most development in hair science, with technical advancement evident in the at-home focus of many products, the introduction of chemical understandings to hair care, and the infrastructural focus on speed and results that has characterized the digital revolution.
Outline:
Introduction
Social and Anthropological Changes
Fashion Follows Societal Norms and Recognition
Beauty at the Turn of the Century
The Great Depression
At Home Styling: Science and Industry in the Middle of the Century
Industrial Growth Spurs Technological Advancement
Market Responds to Social and Consumer Forces
Works Cited
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"At the dawn of the century, the start of the 1900s ushered out the very end of the Victorian era. Known most for its political and revolutionary socio-cultural transformations, the Victorian era was also one of excess, superficial concentration, and popular culture. Hair was an integral part of the culture. "While women's hair, particularly when it is golden, has always been a Western preoccupation, for the Victorians it became an obsession." This infatuation with hair was neither a passing fad nor just an aesthetic attention, but it was a mechanism of societal imagery, assertion of gender norms, and the greater product of cultural symbols."
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The Economics of Marriage, 2006.
This paper discusses how changing ideas about marriage reflect economic and societal changes.
1,769 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 57.95
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The paper explains that today contemporary women and men are choosing to organize their lives and homes in non-traditional ways. They tailor family life to suit their own lifestyles. This explains why ideas about marriage have changed so drastically over time. The paper explains that formerly the need for mutual support, clear division of labor and the separation of tasks into public and domestic spheres necessitated a regime in which tradition and law governed much of human activity. Today, however, the new economy has changed this and promises to continue changing it, our world and ourselves.
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"Marriage is a fundamental part of life - or so it has always been in Western Culture, and in virtually all other cultures around the world. So important is the institution, that we celebrate its beginning with elaborate ceremonies, enshrine its boundaries in law, and build our families on its foundations. But today, things are not always as they have been in the past. Many people live together and do not get married. Marriage law has been changed dramatically in regard to property rights and ease of divorce. Not only unmarried couples, but single mothers and father, and gay and lesbian couples, too, start families and raise children. The old definition of family - a married man and woman, and their children, appears to be giving way to new ideas. More and more, contemporary women and men are choosing to organize their lives and homes in non-traditional ways; tailoring family life to suit their own lifestyles. Numerous experts see these changes as reflections of present-day conditions. Marriage, they say, is essentially an economic institution. It developed over time as a means of guaranteeing the economic survival and well-being of its members. These same experts point to today's different economic picture as the primary reason that marriage has changed so considerably. Economics, too, explain why many contemporary men and women choose not to get married. But, if the basis of marriage was, and is, economic, was it that has so changed so drastically as to alter, almost beyond recognition, traditional notions of marriage?"
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American Women, 2006.
An analysis of the role of women in the United States since the 1940s.
2,968 words (approx. 11.9 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 87.95
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This paper examines how the 1940s were a turning point decade for the American family and particularly American women. It looks at how the rigors of World War II took men away from their jobs in the United States and how this marked the first large-scale entry of women into the workforce which became a turning point in the role of women in the United States. It also discusses how, apart from a brief return to being housewives in the 1950s, through the decades women have become more an more independent and how organizations such as the women's liberation movement, have created today's educated and entrepreneurial women.
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"In 1940, women in the United States had only been allowed to vote for twenty years. The 19th Amendment was still fresh in the memories of many, and many who had opposed it still felt bitterness that it was allowed to pass. It was widely thought that women would become masculine and would abandon their responsibilities at home if they were allowed to vote. The thought of married women working was an even worse thing to contemplate, and the very thought of it was deemed a threat to the American family. Most husbands.....who still held a lot of traditional authority over their wives, if not actual legal authority.......would not permit their wives to work even if the family needed the money for fear of the shame it would bring them in the community. "
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Divorce in American Society, 2006.
An examination of the causes of the high divorce rate in American society.
1,191 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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The paper analyzes the reasons behind the ever increasing divorce rate in America. The paper examines the studies of Judith Wallerstein and Sandra Blakeslee on married couples and the success or failure of their marriages. The writer explains that a feeling in both spouses that they were valued and cherished was a major contributing factor to the success of a marriage. The paper concludes that while it might seem to be a cliche to say that a successful marriage requires work, this is the conclusion that Wallerstein and Blakeslee come to.
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"Wallerstein and Blakeslee looked at fifty marriages fifty couples described as being in "lasting, happy marriages" (p. 238). One trait they found over and over was a feeling in both spouses that they were valued and cherished (p. 240). These researchers also documented the kinds of stresses and difficulties faced in establishing, nurturing and sustaining a marriage over many years. As one respondent said, "John and I have had at least six different marriages." (p. 239) The respondent was referring to the fact that life's stages brought multiple changes to their marriages."
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Contemporary Interpretations of "Rubyfruit Jungle", 2006.
A discussion on lesbian themed literature in the book "Rubyfruit Jungle", by Rita Mae Brown
873 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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The paper discusses how "Rubyfruit Jungle", by Rita Mae Brown, focuses on the subject of lesbianism through the main character, Molly. The paper examines how the book, published in 1973, was considered controversial during its time. The paper explores the themes of feminism and gender conditioning, with attention to the classic portrayal of Molly as the archetypal lesbian woman. The writer concludes that while Brown's book was groundbreaking and revolutionary at the time, today it serves as a classic piece demonstrating feminism, lesbianism and the power of the archetypal feminist woman.
Outline:
Introduction
Analysis of Text
Conclusions
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"One of the primary themes explored by Molly is that of gender conditioning (Napierkowski 3). From early childhood Molly is encouraged to behave in a manner that is ultimately feminine. This is evident in many places in the work, as when Molly describes Cheryl, a girl her mother would like her to play with. Cheryl is "a girl who likes to wear dresses and engage in typical girl activities" (Brown 19). This coincides with the dominant socially acceptable conscious thought during the 1970s. As a young woman Molly is under pressure to cook, clean and carry on other domestic activities, appropriate for a young woman during her time."
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Aidoo's Esi & El Saadawi's Firdaus, 2006.
This paper compares and contrasts men's treatment of Esi in Aidoo's 'Changes, A Love Story' and Firdaus in El Saadawi's 'Woman at Point Zero'.
1,372 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 45.95
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In this article, the writer discusses women as social objects within African society. The writer examines men's treatment of women, as portrayed in the books 'Changes, A Love Story' by Aidoo and 'Woman at Point Zero' by El Saadawi. The writer analyzes Chapter 20 of 'Changes: A Love Story', and an excerpt from 'Woman at Point Zero', in which Firdaus marries Sheikh Mahmoud but runs away from him (and then meets Bayomi), in order to shed light on each character's journey toward her "point zero". The writer concludes that what the two characters share most importantly in common, is the fact that their respective societies and most of those with whom they associate (with the exception of some of Esi's female friends and relatives), do not ever see them as full and separate human beings.
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"Esi spends the Christmas season feeling anxious, and taking tranquilizers to calm her nerves. That leads to her epiphany, in which she faces the fact that her marriage to Ali is no marriage at all. When Ali finally shows up on New Year's Day, driving his latest bribe to Esi, a new sports car, Esi by then knows for sure that the marriage is over. Together at breakfast, when both run out of conversation about the flashy new car, each realizes that they have nothing in common anymore. For Esi, spending Christmas alone led to "point zero". The material surprises that once pacified her will no longer substitute for chronic neglect.
Esi realizes in this chapter, that in marrying Ali she has merely exchanged her first claustrophobic marriage to Oko, for one of continuous neglect instead."
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A History of Couples on Television, 2006.
An examination of television couples and how their relationships reflect American society.
2,819 words (approx. 11.3 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 83.95
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The paper analyzes how people naturally seek out partners in an effort to be a part of a couple, and so they find other couples fascinating, watching them, observing them, and silently comparing their experiences together with their own. The paper examines how the history of couples on television, especially in America, serves as an intriguing study into American culture and values in general. The paper describes how couples on television have been portrayed differently over the decades as American beliefs and values have changed. The paper proposes that to study the history of couples on television is to study American attitudes toward a variety of social institutions and situations.
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"Perhaps the first famous television couple in America was the duo of Desi Arnaz and Lucille Ball. Exploding onto American television screens in the early 1950s, Lucy and Desi were unique in that they not only played a married couple on television, but they were also married in real life (Douglas, 2003). Because of this real life connection, the Lucy and Desi duo was a particular source of fascination to the American public for many years. People wanted to watch Lucy and Desi to see not only what unbelievable exploits they would get into week after week, but to see if any part of their real life relationship was translated onto the television screen."
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Women in Ireland, 2006.
An analysis of women's changing role in society.
1,730 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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The paper discusses male dominance in society and how countries began with a male-dominated culture and have slowly, over time, accepted women as equals. The paper discusses Ireland in particular and how the male dominance began with the language used in the constitution and moved through education, the labor force and society at large.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Analysis
Comparison
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"At one point Ireland had the highest birthrates in Europe due to the low social and economic lives of the women. With time the social and economic lives of the women improved and now the birthrate has been reduced to about half of what it was nearly four decades ago. Back then women were not allowed to use contraceptives and thus due to high birthrates many faced deaths and other medical conditions. It was until 1979 that contraceptives were forbidden in Ireland and divorce was declared to be unconstitutional. This was due to the close association of the Church to the State."
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Midwives in the Past, 2006.
This paper examines the life of a typical 16th century English midwife.
2,038 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 64.95
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The paper explains how the midwife played an extremely important role in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. The paper discusses the culture in which the midwife played her essential role in the community and society and relates how midwifery was one of the few medical practices in history which were dominated by women. The midwife was an essential part of medical healthcare in a time when there was very little medical knowledge and almost no support, except for the church, for these women. The paper concludes that their daily lives would have been arduous and stressful but they succeeded in building a legacy which has been retained until today.
Outline:
Introduction
A Day in the Life of an English Midwife
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"In contradistinction to its earlier history, contemporary midwifery is a regulated science in which the midwife provides care to women during normal pregnancies and turns to physicians or doctors for help in the event of any complications. However the situation was very different in the 16th century and "In the history of European continent the practice of midwifery by the medical profession did not begin until the middle of the 16th century." (Historical Background of Midwifery) England in particular was not as advanced in the regulation and control of midwifery as were Germany and other continental countries during this period. The first book by and English midwife entitled The Midwives Book or the Whole art of Midwifery Discovered; directing childbearing women in how to behave themselves was written in 1671. This book was a guide to the domestic midwife and also provides advice on how to use the new invention of the obstetrical forceps. In comparison the position of the midwife in the sixteenth century was more primitive and based on village and community affiliations and on information and guidance between women only. The situation with regard to the culture of the time as well as the role and position of women in the society is therefore extremely important in understanding and discussing the challenges and duties that the early English midwife had to face."
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Mao's China, 2006.
A review of "Congratulations, It's a Girl" Gender and Identity in Mao's China" by Yanmei Wei.
1,028 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 36.95
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This paper reviews Wei's personal story of a women living in Mao's China. It provides insight on the situation for Chinese women. It describes the gender issues that exist in the society. Even more importantly, it allows one to see how real women are impacted by the gender issues. The author of the paper concludes with a personal opinion and notes how the culture is changing.
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"Another point made by Wei is that there is nothing that women can do to change the beliefs and traditions that individuals from the Mao generation have. She describes how she and her sister have achieved a lot, which might suggest that they could win the support of others and change things. However, she notes that no action she takes is enough to go against traditions. This is also seen in the way her sister tries to fight the traditions and gain acceptance. Wei describes the response of the elders as generally being to ignore her sister's problems and treat them as insignificant. It seems like this is the only way that things could be, since it becomes impossible for one to stand up and demand to be given more respect if the person demanding the respect is not considered as important enough to be listened to."
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"Their Eyes Were Watching God", 2006.
A discussion of the development of the voice of Janie in "Their Eyes Were Watching God".
812 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 28.95
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The article discusses Janie's uses of language and the development of her authentic voice in Zora Neale Hurston's, "Their Eyes Were Watching God". The paper argues the point of view that by the end of the novel, Janie manages to find her voice. The paper compares this to the point of view of Mary Helen Washington in an article written by her on the subject.
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" As Janie and Tea Cake spend time talking together, sharing activities together, and simply enjoying one another's company, Janie sees that Tea Cake, a younger man with no material wealth, knows, accepts, and values her as no one else has ever done. Ironically, Tea Cake is the one man Janie marries who cannot materially "protect", her; in fact, it is Janie who provides for him. But by now, Janie knows that, contrary to what Nanny always suggested to her, who a man is, is more important than what he has. Only after Janie has loved and been loved by Tea Cake, despite Tea Cake's early death, does Janie begin to free herself, and indeed feel eager, to tell her friend Pheoby all that has happened since they last spoke. Tea Cake's love, acceptance, and understanding free Janie to reveal her selfhood, through unrestrained language, and with a mature, confident, authentic voice."
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Sexual Victimization of College Women, 2006.
A discussion of the prevalence of sexual victimization of female college students and steps taken to prevent it.
1,679 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 54.95
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This paper discusses the serious issue of sexual victimization and assault of females on college campuses. The paper lists the risk factors for victimization and what the college campuses are doing to try to combat the problem. The paper also describes a few individual cases, in terms of the victim's point of view and the way in which the issue was handled once reported.
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"In 2004, the U.S. Department of Education ruled that Georgetown University's policy of requiring a campus rape victim to sign a confidentiality agreement before receiving the outcome of any disciplinary action against a sexual perpetrator was illegal (Bhatia, 2004). This ruling is likely to help break the silence surrounding campus rape. "It will ensure that sexual-assault victims are able to talk to people they need to tell what happened to heal," said Daniel Carter, vice president of Security On Campus Inc., the nonprofit victim assistance group based in King Of Prussia, Pa., that filed the complaint against Georgetown last year. "And if they have grievances they are free to address those.""
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Black Feminism, 2006.
This paper discusses how Black feminists place more emphasis on race than gender.
2,345 words (approx. 9.4 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 72.95
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The paper looks at three modern Black feminists and shows how modern Black feminism is plagued by exclusionary principles. The paper examines Kimberly Springer's critique of the wave theory of feminism and how Sheila Radford-Hill responds to Springer by reinforcing the idea that there is one Black feminism to fit all modern Black women. The paper explores how Jennifer Hamer and Helen Neville take a more dogmatic approach to Black feminism than either Springer or Radford-Hill. The paper concludes that a way to increase the participation of young Black women in the modern feminist movement is to return to classical feminism, but together with an education about the pivotal role that Black women have always played in the feminist movement.
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"One of the most striking features about modern Black feminist writing is that, despite frank discussions of the limitations of classical feminism in the lives of Black women, Black feminists seem reluctant to discuss the limitations of Black feminism in its application to the real lives of most Black women. Because Black feminism continues to make assumptions about women, which may not accurately reflect the goals and aspirations of Black women, especially poor Black women, Black feminism, like classical feminism, continues to be a theory by and for the middle class. As such, Black feminism does little to redress the very social inequities that it perceives as both result and cause of institutionalized and de facto racism and sexism in America. In fact, Black feminists, like Black activists of prior generations, still place more emphasis on race than gender, which marginalizes women of all ages."
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