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Brazil's Street Children, 1991.
This paper discusses the economic, moral, political and social forces that are creating homeless poor children, the street children of Brazil.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 9 sources, $ 79.95
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'This paper will be concerned with the street children of Brazil and the social, economic and moral problems they pose in terms of development. Like the other nations of Latin America, Brazil has been seriously concerned with the problems of social and economic development. Brazil has great potential for economic growth, as seen in its mineral resources and its numerous coffee and sugarcane plantations. However, development does not necessarily imply economic growth. Development may be defined as "the maximum use of a nation's potential for the greatest benefit of the largest number of its inhabitants". In the case of Brazil, the great wealth of the nation has been exploited by only a minority of the population. By contrast, large segments of Brazilian society live in dire poverty. Over the past few decades, many rural citizens have moved to the large cities of ... "
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H.B. Fuller and the Street Children of Central America, 2002.
A discussion of the business ethics of H.B. Fuller in selling glue in Honduras and Guatemala where it is abused by street children.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 44.95
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This essay is a case study that pertains to utilitarian and rights-oriented ethics in international business. The ethical issue involves the known environment in which H.B Fuller operates, in Honduras and Guatemala, when selling toluene-based glue that is in high demand in Central America but is as it is also known to be abused by street children to their great detriment. This essay argues that when this situation is examined from a number of points of view, an ethical position that is to the benefit of all players, including the H.B.Fuller organization, can be established.
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Save the Street Children in Paraguay, 2004.
Presented as a report to help fund projects for the homeless children in Paraguay.
1,886 words (approx. 7.5 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 60.95
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This paper describes a hypothetical project for helping the street children in Paraguay prepared by the Executive Director of a small non-governmental, non-profit charity organization (NGO). The project report has been prepared for the approval of a donor agency that has allocated one million dollars for the project.
Report Outline
1. Why Paraguay?
2. Country Overview
3. Present Condition of Street Children in Asuncion
4. Mission Statement
5. Strategic Plan: includes Objectives and Scope of project, Monitoring and Evaluation, Sustainability and Future Plan
6. Implementing the Plan: Includes Recruiting, Training, Involving the Community and Budget
7. Likely Problems
8. Likely Outcome
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"While there are no precise statistics available, it is estimated that there are approximately 15,000 ?street children? in Asunci?n alone. These children consist of both boys and girls who work in the streets in various occupations, ranging from beggar to street vendor. In addition, there are more than 200 children who live in the streets, and have nowhere to go to sleep at night. (?Human Rights Report? on Paraguay, 2001) A majority of the children who work in the streets have families, but these families are highly dysfunctional: they force the children to bring home a specified amount of money each night, or they are punished by their parents."
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"Mean Streets", 2009.
A stylistic analysis of Martin Scorsese's movie "Mean Streets".
1,351 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 45.95
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"Mean Streets" is a film about gangster punks in New York's Little Italy neighborhood. This paper analyzes "Mean Streets" from a stylistic vantage point, discussing not only the film's influences, but also its mise en scene, narrative devices, acting, and editing. In doing so, It hopes to make a case for why "Mean Streets" is one of Scorsese's more successful earlier efforts and that it warrants further investigation.
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"Like many other of the famous New Hollywood films from this era, Mean Streets was influenced by European art films - particularly those of the French nouvelle vague, a movement made famous by the directorial efforts of such auteurs as Jean-Luc Godard and Francois Truffaut. Another clear stylistic influence was Direct Cinema, an American movement of the 1950s and 1960s in which directors attempted to capture reality directly with as little mediation as possible. This documentary approach surfaces early on in Mean Streets. The first shot in the film, which follows Charlie from the bed to the mirror and back again, utilizes many of the techniques that Direct Cinema first employed - a real life location (rather than a studio set); natural light; shaky, hand held camera work; and long takes (Grist 65). "
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?The Code of the Streets?, 2002.
A review of Elijah Anderson?s ?The Code of the Streets?.
632 words (approx. 2.5 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 22.95
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This paper examines Elijah Anderson?s ?The Code of the Streets? which introduces the idea that violence, aggression, stealing and other socially deviant behaviors are not perceived as infractions of rules, but rather conforming to a different standard, a different set of rules. Anderson does an adequate job of setting forth his ideas, along with providing sufficient evidence to support them. It criticizes Anderson's perspective of street families and decent families when he describes inner city life and his portrayal of abusive mothers who beat their children and let them run riot.
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"The contrasts between street families, and decent families are not always easily observed. As Anderson points out, most street families appear on the surface to be decent families. (Anderson, p. 157) The appearance of having ?calm, respectful children? is often what the mother wants most, more than happy children. (Anderson, p. 157) Her desire for such a family is often so strong that she is ?quick to beat her children?if they defy her law.? (Anderson, p. 157) Anderson concludes that this abusive behavior is often perceived as acceptable behavior within the inner city the disapproval from the wider society as a whole. (Anderson, p. 157)"
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"Maggie: A Girl of the Streets", 2002.
A review of "Maggie: A Girl of the Streets" by Stephen Crane.
2,629 words (approx. 10.5 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 79.95
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This paper analyzes Stephen Crane's novella, "Maggie: A Girl of the Streets" which was written during America's "Gilded Age" the era from the end of the Civil War to the turn of the Century. It examines how the differences between the social classes at the time is a focal point in "Maggie" and how Crane unwaveringly focuses on the determinism of social and economic forces on the lives of individuals. The story is about Maggie, who like many women of the time was forced to work at a collar and cuff manufactory in order to maintain her parents? alcohol addiction and to help keep food on the table and her desire to escape from it all. It looks at how Crane felt the need to expose the topic of poverty and life in the tenements that was very familiar to both the upper and lower sides of the city, but yet were seldom discussed or written about.
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"During this important historical time in America, The Industrial Revolution had made production more bearable, but was making life increasingly unlivable for those in certain low socioeconomic situations. The Industrial Revolution brought change and growth to areas such as New York City but mechanization in the work place led to harsher working conditions. Open factories gave way to cramped and unsafe institutions. Many of the new machines were crude versions of what we are aquatinted with today. These machines were often improperly developed and dangerous to use if the operator was not well trained."
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"Maggie: A Girl of the Streets", 2002.
A literary review of "Maggie: A Girl of the Streets" by Stephen Crane.
2,629 words (approx. 10.5 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 79.95
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This paper reviews the novel "Maggie: A Girl of the Streets", in light of its reflection on the differences between social classes. Crane unwaveringly focuses on the determinism of social and economic forces on the lives of individuals. The paper looks at Crane's intentions, in writing the piece. As a literary naturalist, Crane was interested in depicting the social ills of his time, showing that despite an individual?s best efforts, the forces of the society will overcome her and determine her fate.
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"Crane was also showing the neglect and child abuse the Johnson children were experiencing. For example, Maggie's Mother (Mary) beats the children at will and does not come to terms with her abuse neither does Crane give her reason to redeem herself. She is a product of the times - a villain to the children. Mary's villainy is not without justification or explanation. There is no questioning that Mary incarnates villainy in this novel. But that can only be because villainy exists to be personified, as a set of forces larger and more powerful than any one person."
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Stephen Crane's "Maggie: A Girl of the Streets", 2001.
A critical analysis of Crane's novel, "Maggie: A Girl of the Streets".
1,930 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 9 sources, $ 61.95
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This paper analyzes Stephen Crane?s Maggie: A Girl of the Streets. The author examines how the book is a reflection of the writer's childhood and childhood experiences.
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"Many of Stephen Crane?s life experiences are also expressed in his writings, but not in the way casual readers would expect. Many people believe that "The Red Badge of Courage" is the result of Crane?s personal acquaintance with the Civil War and "Maggie: A Girl of the Streets" was written following a time spent living in the slums of New York. This is not true in either case. Stephen Crane was born after the Civil War and according to Benfey, "Maggie: A Girl of the Streets" was started prior to Crane moving to New York (63). Although, the deterministic theme in "Maggie: A Girl of the Streets" is not a result of Stephen Crane?s personal experience in the slums, it is a reflection of a dark period in his childhood, his unpleasant experiences with Christianity, and parental deprivation."
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"The Streets" by Ann Petry, 2002.
An analysis of the book "The Streets" by African-American author Ann Petry.
2,280 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 70.95
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The paper analyzes the central themes of Ann Petry's book, "The Streets" written in 1946 about racism and ghetto life in Harlem. The paper also discusses the theme of abandonment by her husband and the way it altered her focus on attaining the American Dream. The paper shows that the situation in Harlem is indeed improving since the book was written, despite Petry's feeling of disillusionment of the place before her death several years ago.
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"Contrary to some of Petry?s statements, her success did not portray that of a victim?s mentality. Although she felt her race strongly influenced her chances of success, she had a strong belief that one must have a definite purpose in life. Her successes reflect this. Some people can take their unfairness of discrimination and use it in their favor. Coming from the upper middle class family, which she did, she was instilled in good values. Although she had powerful setbacks, she did achieve adequate success in her lifetime. These trying and hard times did not dampen her optimism. She was constantly reminded of reality, by well meaning friends and family. No one was going to take her focus off of achieving this American dream by overcoming poverty and defeat. It takes a strong person to block out the negativity of people?s opinions and remains focused. Lutie never does achieve her American dream completely, as she intended. She has made significant progress in pursuit of her goals; although ultimate result is that she is distracted."
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"Maggie: A Girl of the Streets"., 2002.
Explores the subject of naturalism in Stephen Crane's book "Maggie: A Girl of the Streets".
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 35.95
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The following paper deals with the subject of naturalism as it applies to and is found in Stephen Crane's story, "Maggie: A Girl of the Streets." It is the aim of the present study to both illumine this concept through textual support.
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?Streets of Hope?, 2002.
A summary and critique of the book ?Streets of Hope? by Peter Medoff and Holly Sklar.
1,642 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 53.95
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This paper introduces the book "Streets of Hope" (Peter Medoff and Holly Sklar) about the Boston neighborhood of Dudley which went from being impoverished and run-down to become an example of what community spirit and determination can do to turn a place around. The paper examines the importance of the church in the inhabitants' spirit to improve their neighborhood. It also shows the book's emphasis on the will of the people to improve their lot and how they strive to move away from the stereotypical image of a welfare community.
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"While there may be people out there like that, the stereotype couldn't be farther from the truth for the residents of Dudley Street. They don't agree with the idea that all poor people are lazy, and laziness is why they are poor. Many people are poor due to other unfortunate circumstances, and some of them are not able to help themselves. The time and money to better oneself is often not there. Dudley Street is showing that people can make a difference in their communities, no matter whether they are poor or not. Anything can be made better if everyone is willing to work at it."
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"Maggie, Girl of the Streets" by Stephen Crane, 2002.
A book review examining the cultural context of "Maggie, Girl of the Streets" by Stephen Crane.
1,690 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 54.95
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This paper is a book review of ?Maggie, Girl of the Streets? by Stephen Crane. The novel is set in the late 1800?s in New York. In his examination of the cultural context of the book, Crane reveals a world where poverty and violence are part of the culture that young people grow up in. The paper looks at the aspects of the human psyche that come from living with these conditions. The writer agues that Crane wants his readers to empathize with the characters and feel the injustice over the treatment that immigrants faced. The main theme of the plot is a tale of love between Maggie and her brothers? friend Pete. The writer concludes by stating that the book highlights the cultural reality of crime and desperation at that time.
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"The books reveals not only the life and times of Maggie, but that of her family, consisting of five people, and the living conditions and lifestyle they experienced growing up in a tenant house. The novel goes on to tell the tale of Mr. And Mrs. Johnson, who abused the children and fight often, leading to damaging traits in Mary (Mrs. Johnson). The plots centers on the falling in love between Maggie and her brother Jimmie's friend Pete. Unfortunately the tale ends poorly, with things falling out between the couple, and Maggie prostituting herself to survive until she ends up paying the ultimate price of her miserable life by killing herself."
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?Maggie, a Girl of the Streets?, 2004.
This paper discusses Stephen Crane and his book, ?Maggie, a Girl of the Streets?, self-published under the pseudonym, Johnson Smith, in 1893.
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This paper explains that Stephen Crane was one of the first American Impressionists and naturalist writers. The author points out that the significance of "Maggie, a Girl of the Streets" is Maggie's personal tragedy, which demonstrates the effect nature has on the individual. The paper stresses that Crane is drawing attention to the fact that we are extremely vulnerable, even when we feel our strongest.
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"To satisfy her romantic notions, Maggie falls in love with Pete. Pete allows Maggie to feel love and her relationship with him enables her to dream of the kind of romantic life they would watch while enjoying performances at the Central Park Menagerie. Her relationship with Pete boosted her self-esteem and gave her hope. We can see how her attitude changes when we are told that she had only ?vague reason to be miserable?. In addition, Maggie ?did not feel like a bad woman? and ?to her knowledge she had never been any better? (45). Through her relationship with Pete, Crane is demonstrating how individuals can find hope even in the most desperate situations. Maggie was beginning to show signs of living a positive life with Pete. Her mistake was placing all of her self-worth in Pete."
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"Maggie: A Girl of the Streets", 2005.
Explores facets of realism and impressionism in Stephen Crane's "Maggie: A Girl of the Streets".
1,484 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 49.95
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This paper looks at Stephen Crane's "Maggie: A Girl of the Streets" in
reference to critical theories linking the text to both literary impressionism and literary realism or naturalism.
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"To say that Crane's work represents only realistic or only impressionistic
elements is to ignore the variety of styles which appear in the work. For example, in one of the early sections of the story, Jimmy is running from a pack of other children who have thrown rocks at him and knocked him from a pile of gravel. The narrative tone in this section of the story shows how Crane is going about portraying realism: Jimmy is
first described very rationally and scientifically. The author even goes so far as to count and relay to the reader the exact number of bruises covering various places on Jimmy's body. This represents a very realistic point of view where the narrator is trying to convey
the cold hard scientific facts. "In its simplest sense naturalism is the application of the principles of scientific determinism to fiction. It draws its name from its basic assumption that everything that is real exists in nature, nature being conceived as the world of objects, actions, and forces which yield the secrets of their causation and their being to objective scientific inquiry. The fundamental view of man which the naturalist takes is of an animal in the natural world" (Holman, 1972). But then as Crane continues to describe Jimmy, the tone switches from realism or naturalism and more to sensation, as the reader learns "his wan features wore the look of a tiny, insane demon" (Crane, 1893).
This description is not obviously taken from the natural world at all, even if some of the preceding statements were."
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'Streets of Hope', 2006.
A review of 'Streets of Hope - The Fall and Rise of an Urban Community' written by Peter Medoff and Holly Sklar.
1,604 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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This paper reviews Peter Medoff and Holly Sklar's book 'Streets of Hope - The Fall and Rise of an Urban Community' discussing a community that transforms itself from the inside out. According to the authors, it is a "story of community rebirth" shaped "by the dreams of ordinary people of different races and generations".
Contents
Introduction
Book Review
Reflections On Reading
Conclusions
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"The authors present many ideas in their work. The primary suggestion or point the authors attempt to bring is that the "power of hope and pride" go a long way toward organizing and rebuilding developments when applied properly (Medoff & Sklar 3). Though the population within the Dudley community was generally poor and young and suffering from unemployment, the neighborhood still demonstrates some of the most diversity and industriousness of any other Boston town (Medoff & Sklar 3).
The authors also show that stereotypical images of inner city neighborhoods that commonly depict areas "full of hoodlums and not neighborly" do not apply in all cases including that of the Dudley district (Medoff & Sklar 4). In fact, despite the poverty and underemployment represented in this community, people retained values and a sense of collaboration and camaraderie."
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