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Southwest Airlines' Growth, 2009.
An examination of the success of Southwest Airlines according to Kenneth and Jacqueline Friedbergs' 1997 book, "Nuts."
1,039 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 36.95
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This paper examines the successes of Southwest Airlines and their growth in the airline industry. The paper bases its discussion on Kenneth and Jacqueline Friedbergs' 1997 book, "Nuts" and looks at their descriptions of how the company accomplished this feat by 'breaking all of the rules' regarding how to manage people. The paper then discusses the problems the company faced and the decisions it made that ultimately led to its success.
Table of Contents:
Nature of Case
Facts and Assumptions
Problem Statement
Alternatives
Decision
Follow Up
Case Report
From the Paper
"Southwest could have adopted some of the popular managerial philosophies of the day instead of crafting its own company ethos. But it decided to treat its employees with as much care as some companies treat their customers, and made the idea of 'free nuts' on cheap flights (both in terms of its employees as well as its snacks) part of the company image. Value and democracy rather then exclusivity was what was important to Southwest. Company CEO Herb Kelleher even engaged in a publicity-building arm-wrestling match for the right to use the slogan: "just plane smart," the proceeds of which went to charity. The company's core belief is "to follow the Golden Rule--to treat people the way that you want to be treated, and pretty much everything will fall into place" ("Southwest Airlines' Colleen Barrett flies high on fuel hedging and 'servant leadership,'" 2008, Knowledge@Wharton). This means that if a company shows respect and loyalty to its employees, provides them with fair wages and benefits, and treats their input as valuable, employees will return the favor of consideration."
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"The Two-Income Trap", 2009.
A discussion of Elizabeth Warren's book, "The Two-Income Trap" and her views on why Americans are finding themselves with ever-increasing debts.
819 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 29.95
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This paper discusses the ever-increasing amounts of debt that Americans are finding themselves in. The paper bases its discussion on Elizabeth Warren's book, "The Two-Income Trap." It discusses the content of the book and Warren's view of why two-income families are finding themselves in more debt than when they were a one-income family.
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"Warren does not blame spendthrift families or selfish women, it should be noted. Warren believes that requiring more stringent standards to obtain mortgages of any kind is essential, so couples do not take on more debt than they can handle. She also advises against such tempting schemes as refinancing a home to pay for luxuries or even living expenses. Warren calls for Congress to regulate credit card companies and the amounts of debt that they charge, so consumers will not be tempted to take on more credit card debt than is wise. Warren would likely support the greater scrutiny of the financial industry Congress is currently considering, to prevent the current debacle facing lending companies such as Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae. These entities are to some extend culpable in facilitating the overspending Warren describes, and the driving up of the market price of homes."
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Naturalism in "Maggie: A Girl of the Streets", 2009.
An examination of Stephen Crane's naturalism as evidenced in his character of Maggie, from his novella, "Maggie: A Girl of the Streets."
2,623 words (approx. 10.5 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 79.95
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This paper discusses the views and works of Stephen Crane and particularly examines the elements of the naturalism for which he is acclaimed. It discusses how this naturalism is evident in his famous character, Maggie, from his novella, "Maggie: A Girl of the Streets." The paper examines the character and how she embodies Crane's views.
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"In fact, it is Maggie's lack of education coupled with her lack of a positive role model in her life that causes Maggie to turn to the stage melodrama and the popular romance for her values. These things encourage her dreams of a perfect lover and instill in her the false beliefs that virtue triumphs over vice, and that poverty in ennobling. In addition to the physical appearance of the Bowery of Rum Alley and the Johnson home, Maggie's home life was also combatant contributing to the environment that formed her. Her mother and father constantly fought and alcohol was important in the dysfunction between family members. Crane says that Maggie's mother constantly drank from "a yellow-brown bottle" and Maggie's father's comments confirm that alcoholism when he speaks to Maggie's mother, saying, "You've been drinkin', Mary. You'd better let up on the bot' o1' woman, or you'll git done." Despite his criticism toward Maggie's mother, though, Maggie's father's alcoholism also contributes to the atmosphere within the family."
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Religion in "Mansfield Park", 2009.
An analysis of the significance of religion in the construction of Jane Austen's novel "Mansfield Park".
2,401 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 73.95
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The paper attempts to show how religion in the novel "Mansfield Park" is the dominant theme. The paper illustrates how religion offers a perspective on the nature of the characters and the way in which they interact with the rest of the actors on the narrative scene. The paper also shows how religion points out several aspects of the traditional belief in the religiousness of the time while it also addresses indirectly the issue of slavery as a corollary of religion and morals. Finally, the paper demonstrates how we see the power of religion as being an equal replacement to the power of social demands.
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"English literature is considered to be one of the most interesting and artistically rewarding experiences for any literature fan. It shares the views of an environment which is complex in its social and cultural elements. At the same time it points out the perspectives of writers who have been deeply influenced by the period of their existence in a more profound manner as the rest of literature writers. In this sense, Jane Austen is viewed as one of the most complex literature writers, for her dedication to her work as well as for the way in which she managed to convey the message across to her readers. Some of the most important novels of her literary creation include "Pride and Prejudice", "Emma", as well as "Sense and Sensibility" which have all represented important sources for inspiration for later authors of the 19th and 20th century."
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Lewis Nordan's "Wolf Whistle", 2009.
An analysis of Lewis Nordan's treatment of the murder of Emmett Till in Nordan's work, "Wolf Whistle".
2,125 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 66.95
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The paper discusses how Lewis Nordan's story, "Wolf Whistle", is far from being a mere historical description. The paper identifies the narrative devices that Nordan utilizes to pinpoint the tensions behind the actual historical conflicts and shows how Nordan's narrative, therefore, is not only a historical account but a recreation of the past, which helps to shed light and meaning on the real events.
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"Lewis Nordan's Wolf Whistle is probably the best known fictional account of the murder of Emmett Till for racist reasons in 1955. Although Nordan does preserve the main lines of the true history in his book, the story is far from being a mere historical description. Wolf Whistle is not, as one would expect, a grave story that chills through its realism. Instead, Nordan employs a widely-used postcolonial style, in which historical facts, magical realism and a very rich symbolism blend effectively. Naturally, these story-telling techniques help to create a complex reality that manages to rewrite history in a meaningful way by pinpointing the tensions behind the actual historical conflicts."
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Beyond Social Convention, 2009.
An analysis of the love that Catherine and Heathcliff share in Emily Bronte's "Wuthering Heights".
1,001 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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The paper discusses how, Emily Bronte's "Wuthering Heights", both characters, Heathcliff and Catherine, have a wild, uncouth nature with passions as strong and indomitable as the savage climate of the place they live in. The paper then shows how their nature and passions are misunderstood by the people that surround them and that find them uncivilized and wild. The paper reveals that Catherine and Heathcliff cannot live apart as their symbiosis is so complete, but neither can they live together in the midst of social conventions.
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"Emily Bronte's Wuthering Heights is one of the most mesmerizing novels in the English Literature. The intensity of the story obviously comes from the extremely powerful and almost unnatural bond between the two main protagonists in the story, Catherine and Heathcliff. This relationship is particularly hard to describe, as Bronte sets the story over a rather long period of time, involving other characters as well, all of which serve as means to enhance the individuality of the two protagonists. The love that Catherine and Heathcliff share is an immeasurable passion, demonic and heavenly at the same time. If described from a strictly moral point of view, this love would seem unnatural and destructive. However, a more accurate view would be that the love between Catherine and Heathcliff is an absolute, primordial and uncouth passion that goes beyond social convention and its restrictions."
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"American Photographs Revisited", 2009.
An examination of Walker Evans' publication, "American Photography" and of Douglas R. Nickel's assessment of the work in his publication, "American Photography Revisited."
1,059 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 0 sources, $ 37.95
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This paper examines "American Photographs Revisited," written by Douglas R. Nickel, which explores the impact of Walker Evans' and the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) publication, "American Photography." The paper discusses the purpose and success of the original work and then looks at Nickel's assessment of Evans' publication in his book.
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"Photography is a core feature of the American arts. However, photography is equally as important for American history and American journalism. Nickel's essay "American Photographs Revisited" explores the multifaceted media with aplomb. Bringing Evans' and Kirstein's backgrounds into the analysis aids the author's deconstruction of the seminal book. By elucidating their social class and educational backgrounds, for example, Nickel demonstrates how Evans and Kirstein were not unbiased. Their objective with American Photographs was to present a combination of historical documentary with artistic genius. Published by MoMA, the book was never intended to be photojournalistic or political but ended up being both."
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"Revolution is U.S.", 2009.
An examination of the five-gas-stations theory and the discussions on globalization in Thomas L. Friedman's essay, "Revolution is U.S."
1,446 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper examines Thomas L. Friedman's essay, "Revolution is U.S." It specifically examines the five-gas-stations theory that he presents in the essay and looks at how it explains how the world perceives the United States and its' influence on global culture. The paper also looks at Friedman's discussion on globalization and society in the world today.
From the Paper
"In conclusion, Friedman's five-gas-stations theory is compelling and quite thought provoking. If America's gas station is the one spreading around the world, then the world is in serious trouble right now. America's gas station is running on empty. In the last 100-plus years, America has been at the forefront of new technologies and innovations, from the airplane to walking on the moon and developing the first PCs. Today, however, that role is changing. To put Friedman's theory to the test, based on our last century and a half, America's gas station should not only be efficient and lower cost; it should be the vanguard of the future. When a driver enters America's gas station, they should pump hydrogen or ethanol fuels from pumps powered by solar or wind energy. The car should be a hybrid with alternative technologies and enough horsepower to climb Mt. Everest. It should be big enough for the family and yet fuel efficient, and the attendants will help you plug in your electric car to charge it up, if need be. That should be America's gas station according to our past performance, but today's American gas station is instead a vanguard of American dominance and globalization, and that is a tragic flaw in the world's hope for the future, and the survival of different and unique cultures around the world."
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William Wordsworth's "The Prelude", 2009.
An analysis of William Wordsworth's poem " The Prelude", which details the development of the poet's mind.
1,380 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 46.95
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This paper explains that William Wordsworth's poem "The Prelude", is a lengthy poem, described as a Romantic autobiography, in which he features his own development as a poet and the evolution of his spirit. The paper then points out that, for Wordsworth and the other Romantic poets, there is a complementary relationship between nature and the imagination, which is crucial to the understanding of Wordsworth's design in this poem. The paper illustrates this relationship as the poet develops from a child to a young boy and finally to a youth.
Table of Contents:
The Child Loves Nature for its Charm on a Sensuous Level
The Young Boy Loves Nature for its Own Sake on an Aesthetic Level
The Youth Loves Nature as a Sacred Force
From the Paper
"As the child grows older, his experience and love of nature change. The simple charm and spiritual animation that nature had inspired in the early years of childhood are replaced by the pure delight that the poet takes in the contemplation of nature later on. Thus, the young boy becomes captivated by nature "for its own sake", that is, he grows from the mere sensuous delight offered by nature to an aesthetic and philosophical perception of the world surrounding him. Learning to love nature for its own sake is the first step towards the development of a truly poetic mind that can apprehend the greatness and the mystery of nature."
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Combatting Illegal Immigration, 2009.
A proposal to stop illegal immigrants from entering the United States.
820 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 29.95
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The paper contends that the U.S. should curb the growing problem of illegal immigration and its myriad effects on the economic, social and political stability of the nation. The paper asserts that the laws that exist to combat illegal immigration should and must be implemented to their fullest extent. The paper then lists more measures that can counter illegal immigration but emphasizes that there has to be a strong political will on the side of the government.
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"Laws are created not only to ensure justice is served but also to enable citizens to know what is right or wrong. Then again, there are laws that do not really have a clear and definite definition of what is right or wrong. Some laws may be deemed "legal" but "immoral" and vice-versa. Without laws though, mankind would regress to the dark days of its evolution where chaos reins and the law of the survival of the fittest reigns supreme. Even between the church and the state, the laws each of this entity has at times differ and contradict one another. For instance, some states allow abortion but the laws of the church clearly prohibit such actions and are considered immoral."
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Routine Activities Theory and Gun Control, 2009.
This paper uses the routine activities theory to explain differences in gun-related crime rates between the United States and the United Kingdom
2,390 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 14 sources, APA, $ 73.95
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In this article, the writer notes that the United Kingdom and the United States share a common history, language and heritage, but the similarities end there when it comes to gun control and ownership. The writer points out that in the U.S., gun ownership is a fundamental constitutional right guaranteed by the Second Amendment, while by contrast, no such guarantees exist in the United Kingdom because there is no constitution per se to begin with and gun ownership remains highly regulated and restricted. The writer uses the routine activities theory to identify and explain any differences in gun-related crime rates between the United States and the United Kingdom. This study uses an exploratory review of the relevant peer-reviewed, scholarly and governmental literature to develop the statistical data and empirical observations needed to achieve this purpose. Delivering this comprehensive review as well as a summary of the research, salient findings and recommendations is the final goal of the proposed study. The paper includes a color chart and a description of Geert Hofstede's Five Cultural Dimensions.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of Study and Hypothesis
Importance of Study
Rationale of Study
Overview of Study
Preliminary Review of Related Literature
Methodology
Discussion of Expected Results
Limitations of Study
Conclusion
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"While comparable levels of gun-related crimes do not exist in the United Kingdom, British citizens also do not enjoy the same level of gun ownership rights as their American counterparts which conceivably adversely affects their ability to defend themselves, their families and their property. Identifying a balanced approach to gun ownership and regulation, then, represents a timely enterprise and is the focus of the study proposed herein.
"Rationale of Study.
Because gun-related crimes can reasonably be expected to be higher in those countries where gun ownership is a highly prized right, it just makes sense that the United States will experience a higher incidence of gun-related crimes than other countries without such a fundamental right to bear arms."
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Native-American Juvenile Justice, 2009.
An argument that the justice policy towards Native-American juveniles is a means to achieve the government's goal of eradicating their cultural identity.
1,435 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 47.95
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The paper discusses the United States' past efforts to bring about changes in the Native-American community in order to eradicate their identity and culture. The paper reveals that Native-American children have long been removed from their families for preemptive legal reasons, as a means to achieve the government's greater goal of eradicating their cultural identity. The paper reveals further that this same authority exercised by the government is seen in the juvenile justice policy today when youngsters are removed from their Native-American families in lieu of enforced foster care. The paper explains how this is the only way that society can continue to remove children from their family and Native-American communities. The paper concludes, therefore, that these communities must exercise their own preventative interventions aimed at curbing and resolving juvenile criminal behaviors.
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"The legal relationship between the Americans and Native Americans has long been one that ensured the European descendants of the earlier settlers had and would retain legal domain over the territory and lands originally under Native American domain. Early laws governed fishing and hunting, and by the late 19th century, the courts were upholding the States' territorial rights over land claims made by Native Americans (Johansen, 1998, p. 8). In 1884, the Supreme Court delivered its decision in the case of Elk v. Wilkins, which held that an Indian was not made a citizen by the Fourteenth Amendment of the Constitution (Johansen, 1998, p. 8). The Court held, too, that acts of Congress do not extend to Native Americans unless it specifically mentions the Native American as a group in the decision (Johansen, 1998, p. 8). The ruling made clear that the government was not looking for assimilation (Johansen, 1998, p. 8), rather eradication was the goal."
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Poem: Louise Bogan's "Women", 2009.
Deconstructs Louise Bogan's poem "Women" about the restrictions and constrictions on the female soul.
945 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 0 sources, $ 33.95
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This paper analyzes Louise Bogan's poem, "Women", and explains that Bogan uses the motif of wilderness in the poem to state that women have no freedom. The paper also points out that sexual imagery permeates the poem because Bogan also is commenting on sexual freedom. Stanza by stanza, the paper interprets the poem stressing that the tone of "Women" is overtly bitter and bordering on nihilistic.
From the Paper
"Sexual imagery becomes more phallic in subsequent stanzas. In the third stanza, the narrator refers to "stiffening" and then in the fourth, to "clean wood" and to "love." However, sexuality is not the core theme of "Women," which underscores ennui and depression as primary lenses through which women encounter the world. Returning to the theme of freedom, the poet starts the third stanza with a line about journeys and how women "wait" when they should embark."
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Death Theme in Literature, 2009.
Looks at the use of the death theme in Ann Rice's "Servant of the Bones" and Edgar Allan Poe's "The Raven".
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 57.95
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This paper explains that, after she struggled with the loss of her young daughter and her husband, Ann Rice created the character Azriel in her novel "Servant of the Bones", which focuses on destiny, life after death and life as a Jew in ancient times. Whereas, after the death of his mother and wife, Edgar Allan Poe, in his story "The Raven" describes the untimely death of a beautiful woman and the pain that must be endured with such a loss. The paper concludes that the pain and suffering experienced by these writers influenced them to raise many questions regarding the existence of an afterlife, of consciousness beyond death and of the continuation of earthly torment.
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"Azriel is a spirit seeking out the writer so he can get him to write his life tale. When the spirit finds Jonathon sick, he nurses him back to health. When Jonathan recovers, Azriel starts to tell his story. Azriel goes back in time to ancient Babylon and speaks of himself and his community. He can see and speak with the god, Marduk, since he was chosen as his personal god when Azriel was a child. Marduk is the main god of Babylon and it is believed that he built the city. Azriel becomes the city's new representation of Marduk."
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The Genre of Nonfiction, 2009.
An analysis of the approach to nonfiction in "Salvation" by Langston Hughes and "Who Will Light Incense When Mother's Gone?" by Andrew Lam.
1,631 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 53.95
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The paper examines "Salvation" by Langston Hughes and "Who Will Light Incense When Mother's Gone?" by Andrew Lam and shows how both Langston Hughes and Andrew Lam take the creative, emotional approach to relate to the reader a particular element from their own lives. The paper discusses the nature of nonfiction writing and explains why, in the writer's opinion, imagination is required for both reading and writing nonfiction.
Outline:
"Salvation" by Langston Hughes
"Who Will Light Incense When Mother's Gone?" by Andrew Lam
The Nature of Nonfiction
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"Nonfiction is a particularly fertile genre of prose for the writer. Not only is copious material available for the focus of such stories, but the author is also free to choose from a great variety of approaches, which is not often the case with genre such as fiction or poetry. Indeed, the author can choose to take a creative, emotional approach to such writing, as in the case of the personal essay, or a more emotionally distant point of view, such as journalism. Both Langston Hughes and Andrew Lam take the former approach to relate to the reader a particular element from their own lives. The strongly emotional and somewhat tragic background of each story makes the former approach appropriate in both cases."
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