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"Red, White and Black", 2005.
A review and defense of Gary Nash's thesis in "Red, White and Black".
1,503 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 49.95
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In his book "Red, White and Black", Gary Nash proposes the thesis that rather than viewing the three nations which make up the history of the American people as distinct and parallel, or merely in conflict, the three racial groups engaged in complex cultural interactions and negotiations, and were thus all equally important. This paper examines Nash's thesis, as well as construction of his text, his methodology of analysis, some of the facts he presents to defend his pluralistic thesis, and finally comes to an overall assessment of Nash's thesis and the importance of his book as a whole.
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"Nash's approach as an historian is chronological in its structure, rather than ideological. In other words, he traces the beginnings of the history of America, from before 1500, to the early European and native encounters, up to the end of the revolutionary period, cumulating in 1800, with a final chapter on what happened afterwards in the lands he discusses. This relatively straightforward approach allows for one of the most interesting aspects of Nash's book, namely his introduction of little-known, even now, material, regarding the interactions of Europeans, Native Americans, and Black Africans before the term 'America' was even coined. Using chronology, and interweaving the different stories create a multifaceted texture of history created, again stressing the equal importance of all three groups."
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The Geography of Music, 2005.
Examines the cultural geography of two styles of music.
1,665 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 54.95
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This paper selects two musical styles and explores their cultural geography, while considering the extent to which they demonstrate diffusion, place creation/environment and resistance/expression. The styles discussed are American Rhythm-Blues of the 1950s (i.e. McKinley Morganfield "Muddy Waters" and Chester Burnett "The Wolf") and British Rocking-Blues of the 1960/70s (i.e. Led Zeppelin and the Rolling Stones). The geography of music is a fairly new phase of geography and music study, it has only been fully developed in the last 30 to 40 years. Much study has been done into cultural geography's effect of global music and this paper concentrates on American music, which relies heavily on place creation, diffusion, environment and expression to create memorable music that remains viable and fresh for decades.
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"Developed from jazz, blues, and countless other forces, the first rock and roll songs are attributed to bands like Bill Haley and the Comets and Elvis Presley. Historian Barlow continues, "Hence, blues diffusions can be traced to African-American rhythm and blues, soul, and even rap musical styles. Moreover, they can be traced to the flowering of rock and roll, and then rock music, among white youth" (Barlow 61). As rock and roll music grew in popularity, it was simply natural that different cultures would develop their own forms of the music, and this is true with rock, which led to offshoots around the world, including British rockin' blues by bands such as Led Zeppelin and the Rolling Stones. Rock too is a form of social protest, and so, it defines a time and a place in culture and society, just as the blues defined an earlier era, and then helped create other defining musical styles."
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The Don?t Do Drugs Trust, 2005.
This paper describes the Don't Do Drugs program designed for the Maori youth population in Marewa City, New Zealand.
2,580 words (approx. 10.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 77.95
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This paper explains that there is an extremely high incidence of addiction not only to cannabis but also to cigarette smoking, alcohol abuse, abuse of other substances, gambling and even to food resulting in significant obesity among the Maori youth population in Marewa City, New Zealand. The author points out that the Don't Do Drugs Trust believes that getting kids off drugs should not be the only end result of a program, but rather life skills and introduction to life's rewards should be integral to the program before, during and post-drug use including an innovative way to reach those who relapse. The paper relates in detail the program whose key constituencies are the Maori youth population itself, non-Maori youth, the representative governmental agencies, the local business community, the philanthropic community and the public at large: The program strives to begin to remove the stigma of dependency the public associates with today's Maori lifestyle and replace it with pride that extends beyond the boundaries of Maori culture.
Table of Contents
Background
The Plan's Components
Key Constituencies
Outcome Objectives
Schools Program
After School Program
Philanthropic Community
Job and Business Creation
Constituency Objectives
Maori Youth
Non-Maori Youth
Governmental Agencies and School Leadership
Business Community
Philanthropic Community
General Public
Output Objectives
Schools
After School Programs
Businesses and Financial Institutions
Key Messages
Maori Youth: Do Life!
Non-Maori Youth: Share life.
Governmental Agencies/School Leadership: Give a kid a life!
Business Community/Financial Institutions: Teach a kid how to earn a great life!
Philanthropic Community: Life as we know it....
General Public: Life matters.
Strategies and Tactics
Maori Youth: Do Life!
Non-Maori Youth
Governmental Agencies/School Leadership
Business Community/Financial Institutions
Philanthropic Community
General Public
Timetable
Evaluation
Justification
From the Paper
"There is more than sufficient evidence to suggest that a bold and far-reaching program is needed to arrest the downward slide of the Maori youth population in Marewa City. Our recent survey of drug-prone central street city kids revealed that they were seeking "alternative occupations" to fill the time when they were no longer spending their days making deals and were busy "getting a life" instead. There is also evidence, however, that cannabis, in particular, is not alone in destroying the Maori youth; "social and spiritual poverty is. That's the unanimous message form Maori social, health and youth workers who argue cannabis abuse is just one indicator of a much more profound problem." "
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Maternity Healthcare, 2005.
This paper compares maternity healthcare in United States, Canada and Switzerland.
1,160 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 14 sources, APA, $ 39.95
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This paper explains that the U.S. spends more per capita on healthcare than Switzerland, Canada and practically all advanced nations; but these other countries provide better healthcare as indicated by services provided at a much lower cost and the output measures of longevity and infant mortality. The author points out that superior medical care is available for pregnant women in all three of these Western nations; however, access to the very best medical care is generally restricted to the affluent in the United States and is constrained by regulatory, geographic proximity and social issues in Canada and Switzerland. The paper relates that U.S. has higher rates of fertility and of pregnancies aborted; the population of expectant mothers in the United States is younger, less mature, less experienced and less financially stable. Tables
Table of Contents
Introduction
Review and Discussion
Healthcare Options - United States
Summary
Conclusion and Critique
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"Recent changes in some provinces and states to again allow midwives to practice is encouraging. Nurse midwives are legally licensed to practice in all states. There are nurse midwifery schools in 17 states and certification programs in others. British Columbia and Ontario have passed laws that make midwifery legal. There are also non-medical home births and birthing centers in some areas where only emergency or high-risk mothers are sent for medical care. Finally, there are active organizations attempting to transfer some of the responsibility for neonatal care away from the hands of the medical industry and into the hands of Canadian mothers."
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Horses and History, 2005.
This paper discusses the ecological problems created by the introduction of horses into the more temperate regions colonized by Europeans, especially among North American Indians.
1,135 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 39.95
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This paper explains that the modern focus on successful Native-American equestrian cultures and the stereotype of the mounted Indian warrior obscures a deeper understanding of the often damaging impact of the arrival of horses on Native-American Indian culture and ecology. The author points out that the arrival of horses brought about a cultural transformation by allowing improvements in transportation, hunting, warfare and trade but disrupted the ecology of the bison and grassland, brought about social inequality and created disruptions in subsistence economies. The paper also relates that the native biology of all of the conquered temperate places (including humans) was not equipped to deal with European invaders: European diseases like smallpox decimated native populations, European weeds and agriculture brought large scale reductions in native flora and European animals (cattle, pigs and horses) squeezed out the native animals.
From the Paper
"Horses, in particular, found their new homes rich in grazing lands, abundant with space, and relatively free of natural predators. Australia was populated with kangaroos, and the South American pampas with flightless birds: species that offered little danger to horses. Further, they did not have to compete, on a large scale, with existing animals for their niche. In the New World, horses from the old world found a welcoming ecological climate that was similar to that of Europe. Mountains, especially the Appalachian Mountains in the United States, provided large open grazing for horses, cattle, and other animals."
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German Influences in Texas, 2005.
This paper is a research proposal to study the extent to which native German cultural influences are not only present in society but also felt by the people living in Texas today.
1,000 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 35.95
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This examines how Texas' history is deeply infused with German influence because, in the early 1800s, Texas was portrayed in Germany as an available new territory with large plots of fertile land and much wild game, which attracted many Germans to Texas. The author points out that the research is limited to a historical exploratory analysis of German influence in Texas and oral interviews to provide additional information about the modern 'trends' in Texan culture and the extent to which natives believe German influence is still present within the state culture and identity.
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Introduction/Scope of Study
Background
Project Specs
Significance of Study
Methods
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"The researcher proposes that the questions developed for oral interviews remain brief and 'open ended' in order to insure that as much information as possible is gathered from participants. Questions will focus on the individuals background (cultural decent), perceptions of German influence in Texas, and likes/dislikes about perceived influences in Texas culture. From the information gathered from the oral interviews and literature review, the researcher will propose conclusions regarding the relevance of German influence in Texas culture today."
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History of Jamaican Music, 2005.
A look at how the culture and society of Jamaica has influenced her music.
1,458 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 48.95
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Jamaica's music is influenced by the African, European, and Spanish cultures of its inhabitants. It explains that the different cultural backgrounds of the indigenous tribes blended with the Spanish and European colonists to create a music that was unique in many respects. The writer points out that Jamaican music is a form of expression, as well as an attempt for a culture to define itself. Its achievement lies in the fact that, despite its humble beginnings, it has become a global force in the musical world.
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"Lewin and Gordon explain that native Jamaican music can be broken down into five categories, which are ritual, ceremonial, social, work and recreational. In addition, they state that ritual, ceremonial, and the social aspects of the music were the most popular forms of music in Jamaican culture and were still significant at the turn of the century. (Lewin and Gordon) Folk music originated as a result of dealing with life and its variety of circumstances. This underlying theme of coping with the joys and sorrows of life remains a significant aspect of Jamaican music. In short, Jamaican music serves many purposes and, as a result, is a form of all sorts of expressions."
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"Ishi in Two Worlds", 2005.
A book review of "Ishi in Two Worlds" by Theodora Kroeber.
1,163 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 0 sources, $ 40.95
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This paper examines how "Ishi in Two Worlds" tells the tale of an Indian man who was accustomed to living a traditional way of life and then was thrust into the full brunt of modern American civilization by a cruel accident. It looks at how it is the story of a man who dwelled in two worlds, how he spent most of his life in the ways and sphere of the Yahi Indians, and how, after his tribe's eradication, he was forced to live in contemporary civilization, specifically in the context of the modern American university among well-meaning anthropologists who wished to study and learn from him.
From the Paper
"Ishi's tale is thus at once fascinating and uncomfortable to hear, as the reader finds him or herself a witness to Indian histories, languages and narratives that would otherwise have been lost, yet also a fly-on-the-wall observer to the personal struggle of an essentially private individual, forced to cope with a civilization he never knew existed, a civilization that has overtaken his own even though it is not necessarily superior to the Yahi's ways. At least the anthropologist under whose care Ishi found himself had some of the current postmodern or tolerant mindset of today. They wished to learn about his culture with an open mind, rather than try to change him or to condemn the Yahi practices. Still, the solitude of Ishi's final years amongst White men and women makes his struggle even painful for a 21st century reader to acknowledge."
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The Korean Full Moon Festival, 2005.
An overview of the Korean full moon festival, otherwise known as Chusuk.
1,596 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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This paper looks at how Chusuk is a Korean festival celebrated on the 15th day of the eighth lunar moon and how, during this festival, Koreans offer produce from the harvest as a token of gratitude to their ancestors for providing them with good fortune. It explores how the Chusuk festival represents many aspects of Korean culture and serves a social and a community function. It also shows how the essential purpose of the festival still remains embedded in the ancient culture of Shamanism and how its central function is to ensure, though respect and worship, the success of the next harvest.
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Introduction
Origins
Shamanism and Ancestor Worship
Conclusion
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"The most important aspect to consider when trying to understand ancestor worship and its relationship to Shamanism in Korean culture, is the emphasis on the presence of those who have died in the world of the living. Shamanism was, and in some cases still is, an ancient form of religious belief and practice which believes that there are other dimensions to this world which are part of or co-present with our ordinary lives. The Shaman or "priest" is the one who can enter these different "worlds" and who can perform acts of healing in the state of trance. All Shamanic traditions emphasized that the ancestors were present and even unseen participants in the ordinary world."
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Obesity in African-Americans in Florida, 2005.
An examination of the epidemiology, causes, and potential solutions to obesity among African-Americans today.
2,122 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 66.95
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This paper provides a discussion of the epidemiology and incidence of obesity for African-Americans, in general, and the State of Florida, in particular. An examination of health threats posed by obesity among this segment of the population and potential solutions to the problem is followed by proposed budget plan for helping educate at-risk citizens. Finally, a summary of the research is provided in the conclusion.
Outline
Introduction
Review and Discussion
Epidemiology of Obesity among African-Americans.
Causes of Obesity among African-Americans.
Health Threats Posed by Obesity.
Potential Solutions to the Problem.
Proposed Budget Plan for Educating At-Risk Citizens.
Conclusion
From the Paper
"The research showed that obesity represents an enormous threat to the nation's health in general, and African-American women in particular. Obesity affects over 60 percent of all American adults, and the incidence is higher among black men than white men, and highest of all among black women. Although the condition of obesity remains better described in the literature than it is understood, research to date has suggested a number of causes for the disparities between obese blacks and whites, including a potential genetic component, body image ideals, eating habits and other lifestyle behaviors that contribute to a high incidence of overweight among this segment of the population. The research also showed, though, that education, particularly for those at the greatest risk such as pre-adolescent black girls, can help mitigate the powerful effects of these contributing factors."
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Darwinian Ideas, 2005.
An analysis of the influence of the work of Charles Darwin on Herbert Spencer, William Graham Sumner, and Lester Frank Ward.
889 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper examines the ideas presented by Spencer, Sumner, and Ward in terms of plugging Darwin's evolutionary concepts and theories into late 19th century American society. It offers the opinion that Spencer had the greater influence on the future of American thought and social values.
From the Paper
"William Graham Sumner - who was, according to the Journal of Libertarian Studies, a "pioneering sociologist" and "astute historian of the early American republic" - critiqued democracy in 20th Century as "plutocratic, paternalistic, and imperialist" (Trask, 2004). He saw the western nation-states as "too geographically extensive, populous, and diverse" to ever achieve democracy; he saw the "great mass" of Europeans and Americans as "incapable of self-government"; and further, he believed the "plutocrats in America" would become imperialistic and "warlike, and would gradually extend paternal protections to the masses."
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Oriental Influence on Western Fashion.
This paper discusses the history of oriental fashion and its influence on Western fashion.
5,210 words (approx. 20.8 pages), 29 sources, MLA, $ 129.95
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This paper explains that clothing is rarely recognized as a political force; yet fashion and design may be one of the most internationally regarded forms of trade, communication, and influence among countries worldwide. The author points out that the Orient has been a wellspring of fashion influence for both the Eastern and Western world since ancient times; the Edo period in Japan was the beginning of several Japanese styles that remain popularized by Western culture fashions for centuries, including the "Kamishimo," worn by both males and females of the Samurai warrior class during special occasions featured stiff shoulder garments that crossed the shoulders and chest, elements vital to the Samurai image held by Hollywood and other popular culture creations in the West today. The paper relates that today very young Japanese girls, as seen in exported Japanese movies, manga comic books, and anime television, are setting global fashion trends, including miniskirts, short pants flared out at the bottom, and loose, baggy socks deliberately allowed to lap over the tops of their shoes.
From the Paper
"Fashion evolves as quickly as any other fast-paced element of society, never becoming stagnant. Some people are critical of the movement and growth of the industry, claiming it encourages people to become materialistic, rushing at every opportunity to spend more and more money on unnecessary items. However, this change and growth is precisely what makes fashion a true form of human expression. Diversity, experimentation, expression, and metamorphosis are what define human culture and fashion culture. As cultures touch, fashions exchange and spread. The in-look for the young rebels is eventually passed on to the older generations. The styles of one region are sent to another. "Young people, enjoy the diversity that changing fashion can apparently provide, seeing the constant change as a way to satisfy their desire to experience 'new' and 'interesting' things. Note too though that fashion can change to enforce uniformity, as in the case where so-called Mao suits became the national uniform of Mainland China." "
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Pennsylvania Dutch Cooking, 2005.
This paper analyzes the topic of the American culinary sub-region of the Pennsylvania Dutch.
1,714 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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This paper covers some of the influences on the foods and cooking of the Pennsylvania Dutch and discusses some of the region's most popular dishes and specialties. It explains that the Pennsylvania Dutch inhabit rural areas of southeastern Pennsylvania. Their cooking is a unique blend of their lifestyle, history, culture, and local influences. It shows how the Pennsylvania Dutch are not Dutch at all; they are really German immigrants who brought many food traditions with them when they immigrated to America.
From the Paper
"While there are Amish and Mennonite settlements in several U.S. states, the heaviest concentration is located in southeastern Pennsylvania, hence the term Pennsylvania Dutch, which includes all people of the area. This area of Pennsylvania is covered with gently rolling hills and rich earth, and it is the perfect place for farmers, which the Pennsylvania Dutch are. Cookbook author Betty Groff wrote of the farms of the area, "Their vegetable and flower gardens are so lush and immaculate that they could be mistaken for a horticultural college's test plots" (Groff 2). This lush farmland led to the development of a rich agricultural heritage, and many of the items grown end up on the family table for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Another expert on the Dutch writes, "In 1799 Thomas Hill described the Pennsylvania Dutch farmers as 'the most early rising, hard working people I ever saw.' Many of them, especially the 'plain people,' are still that. They have never been afraid of hard work or of getting their hands dirty" (Klees 192)."
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The Taliban, 2004.
An analysis of the Taliban movement through a review of Peter Marsden's book, "The Taliban: War, Religion and the New World Order in Afghanistan".
1,412 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper contends that Peter Marsden successfully brings several muddled issues into focus in his book, "The Taliban: War, Religion and the New World Order in Afghanistan". The paper claims that the author neither demonizes nor glorifies the Taliban in his constructive and scholarly overview of the movement. The paper discusses the book and considers it a useful starting point for a fruitful investigation of the Taliban, in particular, and radical Islam in general. The theme and tone of Marsden's book are diplomatic, and thus the book also allows students of international relations to grasp the objective and unbiased perspectives necessary to approach complex global issues. The Taliban, in fact, provide a prime example of the difficulties in forging dialogue between divergent cultures.
From the Paper
"One of the main strengths of Marsden's book is his dedication to framing the Taliban within a broader historical, cultural, and religious framework. In addition to offering the background historical information in the early chapters of the book, describing how the Taliban eventually were able to take power in Kabul, the author also includes an outline of early and convergent Islamic movements in Chapter Six. Marsden compares and contrasts these movements, taking care to respect the specific ethnic and cultural traditions that support them. While Marsden does not treat Islam as a homogenous religious force, he does note the inevitable similarities between Islamic movements, especially as they draw upon religious scripture as the source for political policy. Indeed, one of the main difficulties in forming dialogue with radical Islamic movements is that those movements are informed directly by religion, whereas in European and North American secular societies, religion and politics inhabit separate spheres. Great difficulties arise when the religiously-grounded politics of the Taliban conflict with the secular morals and ethics of other cultures around the world."
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Contemporary Culture, 2004.
An analysis of the culture of the world outside of the United States in 2004.
2,494 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 75.95
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This paper examines contemporary culture outside of the United States and explores the current trends and movements on the societal level. The paper discusses the economical, political, and religious themes that are predominant in today's international society. Further, this paper shows that planning for the shifts in the society's culture may possibly benefit future contemporary culture and impact its formation to a great extent.
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"Globalization is the theme in today's modern culture throughout the world. Globalization is defined simply by the acceptance of other cultures and beliefs for the purpose of applying economical and ecological benefits to the countries involved in globalization. The advent of the Internet has reduced the size of the world as well as the distance from one place to another although there are still third-world countries whose poverty is so great that they have not yet realized the benefits of globalization at this point. However, there are other movements in modern culture today that are not so positive."
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