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The Colossus of Rhodes and Athena Parthenos, 2003.
Compares the two marvels of Grecian architecture.
736 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 26.95
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This paper compares the two works of ancient art that inspired awe in the people of ancient Greece. These two sculptures have been revered by historians for centuries after their destruction. The writer discusses the physical characteristics and the reasons that these two statues were built and destroyed
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"For 56 years, the Colossus of Rhodes stood by the harbor in the city of Rhodes. One of the storied ?seven wonders of the ancient world? was one of the most awe inspiring sites in all of Greece. However it?s life was cut short by a massive earthquake. In much of the same manner that the Colossus of Rhodes was built to worship the sun god, Helios, the statue of Athena Parthenos was built to worship the goddess Athena."
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Athena and Odysseus, 2005.
An analysis of the friendship between Athena and Odysseus in Homer's "Odyssey".
837 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 0 sources, $ 29.95
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This paper examines how in the "Odyssey", the only fully explored relationship is the friendship between Athena and Odysseus. It looks at how the Goddess and the Wanderer delight in virtuosities of deception and how they seek to out wit the other with affectionate larceny. It shows how it is a crafty, amused, deeply feminine amity that binds Athena to Odysseus and how it is Athena, the goddess of wisdom and the patron of Odysseus, who has the greatest impact on him.
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"The help of Athena can be traced back to the Iliad. During the funeral games for Achilles' friend, Patroclus, Athena helped Odysseus take many prizes. However, Athena's impact on Odysseus does not truly come about until the Odyssey. As the Odyssey opens, Odysseus is in a situation he cannot get out of without the help of Athena. He is on the island of Ogygia with Calypso, a beautiful goddess. She offers Odysseus immortality if he will stay on the island as her husband. It is at this point in the poem that Athena first interferes in the life of Odysseus. She plans to reunite Odysseus with his family. "
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?The Colossus? by Sylvia Plath.
This paper analyzes "The Colossus and Other Poems by Sylvia Plath," a collection of poetry by Sylvia Plath, who was a troubled, suicidal, creative artist whose work is thought-provoking, eerie, mysterious, and stimulating on a level few poets have achieve
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 39.95
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This paper explains that the overall theme of "The Colossus and Other Poems by Sylvia Plath" seems to be rebellion by the author against the world, against her life; there are death and dying images throughout the book. The author points out that Plath has many believable voices in these poems, which is one of the strengths of the book; because of the depth of her intellect and her skill at manipulating imagery, readers are brought into her consciousness, and there is nothing to do but believe her. The paper relates that it doesn't appear that these poems all have relevance to each other, but they were written at about the same time, so, for the poet, there is a unifying theme, a window of time in her life.
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Thesis
What Reaction Did I Have after Reading the Book?
Why Did I React That Way?
How Did I Feel about "The Colossus"?
Was There an Overall Theme to the Book of Poems?
What Kind of Voice Does the Poet have?
Was the Voice Believable?
What are Underlying Themes of the Book?
Are there Secondary Themes?
Were the Poems Unified by the Fact That They All Appeared in this Book?
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"Are there secondary themes? Some of the poems feature shadows and echoes, and mirrors - but it also seems a secondary theme is her father, and his memory and legacy in terms of her life and times. An interesting theme in "Frog Autumn" is the passing of summer into fall, with the advent of "scant, skinny" insects and even the spider "drops" from the effect of the frost. This poem could be a metaphor for getting old, "thin Lamentably." And "The Burnt-Out Spa" is laden with insects again, crickets this time, and the "little weeds" are "soft suede tongues between his bones." In "I Want, I Want," the "wasp, wolf and shark" (all potentially dangerous to humans) are set to work, and there are barbs on the "crown of the gilded wire.""
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Athena, the Later Term 'Vogue' and its Etymology, 2002.
An overview of the mythical Greek beauty, Athena.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper is about Athena. The student was inspired about this paper after reading different fragments of the "Catalogues of Women" and "Eoiae". As the inspirer and the shaper of Perseus, Athena could be counted on to have supernatural and heroically beautiful features, but the precise nature of this beauty was not plain to be found.
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A Profile Of Rhode Island, 2006.
A look at the history of Rhode Island, the smallest state in the United States of America.
2,670 words (approx. 10.7 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 80.95
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This paper takes a look at the state of Rhode Island, with its great historical, economic and political past and its unique state constitution. This paper also takes a look at the success of Rhode Island over the past decade and how it is considered to be one of America's little gems.
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"Historically, Rhode Island is quite unique as compared to other U.S. states for several reasons. First, as a colony, Rhode Island broke away from Great Britain on May 4, 1776, a full two months before the other colonies supported the Declaration of Independence. Following the Revolutionary War, Rhode Island refused to join the union, thus becoming the last colony to ratify the U.S. Constitution in 1790. This tendency for stubbornness continued well into the 20th century, for "when the rest of the states approved the Volstead Act which brought about Prohibition, Rhode Island was one of two states to reject it. This soon made it possible for the state to take up, although illegally, bootlegging on a large scale" (McLoughlin, 67)."
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Achilles vs. Athena, 2002.
A debate on who is the greater hero of Homeric literature between Achilles and Athena.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper will discuss the ways that Athena is a greater hero than Achilles in Homeric literature. By addressing the weaknesses of Achilles, we can substantially prove that Athena is a greater hero in the Homer's portrayal of the Greek goddess.
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Athena, 2002.
A look at the Greek Goddess Athena and her place in Greek mythology, life and art.
2,650 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 97.95
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This paper will look at the Greek goddess Athena and her special place in Greek mythology. She was especially revered both in real life and in mythology, particularly by Homer, as we shall see. In preparing this paper, I looked at a number of representations of the goddess and will discuss them in some detail. Depending on the sculptor or the artist, she is depicted in any number of different ways.
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The Weaving Power of Athena and Penelope, 2004.
An analysis of Homer's "The Odyssey" with a focus on the female characters, Penelope and Athena.
1,715 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 55.95
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This paper discusses Homer's "The Odyssey". The paper explains that although Athena and Penelope are very different in terms of their general gender characteristics and hence their relative power, they are also very much alike in the way they actually influence events and manipulate the world around them. The paper examines how both inspire men to great deeds, for better or worse; both affect their environment through trickery and guile and both use their beauty to influence others.
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"Homer's tale of the Odyssey is populated by many female characters, ranging in nature from the silent and submissive to the ferociously lethal. If one were to pick out two women who are most influential in the shaping of the story, however, the choice would certainly linger on the strange dyad of Athena and Penelope. Athena serves as the direct initiator of much of the action, and it is her force of will that drives the return of Odysseus and the death of the suitors. Penelope, on the other hand, is the inspiration which motivates the principle actors -- for herself, she takes precious little action and is deeply passive, even paralyzed, yet her very existence is enough to spur Odysseus from the side of his goddess-lover and to inspire the blind devotion of her suitors. "
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Athena's Role in "The Odyssey", 2002.
Focuses on Athena's intervention with Odysseus in "The Odyssey".
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This paper examines "The Odyssey" through the eyes of Athena and her relationships with Telemachus, Odysseus, and Penelope.
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"Telemachus is the first person to encounter Athena in the Odyssey, and in fact he is the one who needs the most attention, due to his lack of age. Athena has a plan to destroy the suitors who devour Odysseus? wealth, but in order for it to work, Telemachus has to go through his ?rites of passage,? to become a man. Athena knew that Odysseus? blood ran through the veins of young Telemachus and that all he needed to get it pumping was a little adventure. She decided to send him to Nestor in Pylos and Menaleus in Sparta for news of his father. They were two men who knew his father well and would be able to give Telemachus a sense of who his father is. She is sure to stay by Telemachus? side at all times to teach him the tricks of the trade. Like a father would. She did this until he felt secure in making his own decisions. Even then she was there to give him an encouraging word or two. "
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Liquormart, Inc. versus Rhode Island, 2002.
Discusses this court case regarding alcohol advertising rights in Rhode Island, U.S.A.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper explores the findings of a Supreme Court case in respect to the unjust application of the Twenty-first Amendment as a means of controlling the advertising of alcohol in Rhode Island. This paper presents a legal brief and a series of short questions.
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El Pollo Loco Market Analysis: Warwick Rhode Island, 2008.
An analysis as to the viability of a fast food outlet on Warwick Rhode Island.
780 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 27.95
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This paper discusses the fast food industry in the USA in general and presents a market analysis of El Pollo Loco - an outlet specializing in flame grilled chicken -on Warwick Rhode Island. It present various strategies as to how to expand the business, concluding that El Pollo Loco can continue to expand into the New England area while reducing costs.
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Industry Overview
Target Market
Table 1: Warwick Population
Table 2: Warwick Economic Characteristics
Location
Competitive Strategy
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"Finally, trends in the fast food industry and certainly in the US population as a whole reveal an ideal market opportunity for a fast food competitor with El Pollo Loco's format. El Pollo Loco specializes in a flame grilled chicken format with an assortment of healthy and fresh side dishes such as salads and soups ("Overview"). This makes its particular health conscious format ideal in the current market. The fast food industry has received substantial criticism over the past several years regarding its unhealthy characteristics and links to childhood obesity (Case pars.1-7). El Pollo Loco's menu choices and core ingredient are healthy and low fat in character giving the company a distinct marketing advantage to expand into the New England area and particularly into the city of Warwick."
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"Caesar: Life of a Colossus", 2008.
A book review of "Caesar: Life of a Colossus" by Adrian Goldsworthy.
924 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 32.95
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The paper examines "Caesar: Life of a Colossus", the biography of the greatest of Rome's generals. The paper describes how Goldsworthy provides a biography that is comprehensive on the many different facets of leadership and personality traits that Caesar had in his long and successful career as a general and a public servant. The paper relates that Goldsworthy provides primary and secondary sources as well as historically authentic documents written by Caesar. The paper concludes that although Goldsworthy might have delved deeper into the ethical aspects of Caesar's megalomania and ruthless actions, he still provides an important and scholarly account of the famous Roman general and emperor.
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Summary
Analysis
Conclusion
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"Caesar: Life of a Colossus by Adrian Goldsworthy examines the life of one of the greatest of the Rome's generals and reveals a biography from his earliest years, to his final downfall as a dictator of Rome. The basis of Caesar's military and educational training are essential parts of the biography, which Goldsworthy covers from childhood and early adulthood to his adult life as a general. The story then revolves around Caesar's military conquests, which result in his latter life being centered on his leadership as an emperor and finally, a dictator that is eventually put to death."
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Comparing Athena and Penelope, 2003.
Comparison of the portrayals of Athena and Penelope and their roles in Homer's "The Odyssey".
2,454 words (approx. 9.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 74.95
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This paper analyzes Penelope and Athena's portrayals and roles in "The Odyssey" using Homer's description of them and how he wrote the characters, how Odysseus himself views the two women, and how they both help Odysseus in his journey back to Ithaca.
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"The ?owl-eyed goddess? Athena (Homer 1, 87), described in this way many times throughout the piece, is characterized generally as an intelligent, witty, caring god who takes extreme interest in Odysseus. Athena?s role is vital in getting Odysseus back to Ithaca, as demonstrated in the countless episodes of vital assistance lent to Odysseus in his times of need. One small example of her help is when Athena beautifies Odysseus directly before the final revealing of him to Penelope in Book 23. Athena is also portrayed as very caring, through her assistance to Odysseus and comments such as this made here by Nestor: ?Ah, if only grey-eyed Athena chose to love you/ The way she did glorious Odysseus/ In the land of Troy! I have never seen/ A god show love so openly/ As Athena did to him. / You could see her/ Standing at his side!? (Homer 3, 242-247). This quote emphasizes Homer?s writing of the goddess as especially caring towards Odysseus, while again using the ?grey-eyed? physical description of her. The author?s style of describing Athena as necessary to the basic plot of the story commands further respect for the character. Without Athena, the majority of the poem would not take place. The story would end with Odysseus stranded on Calypso?s island. Homer interjects his own reverence for her when describing Agamemnon?s distaste towards the army?s sailing to sea."
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Athena In Greek Mythology, 2002.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper discusses the importance of Athena in Greek mythology. Athena was the goddess of wisdom, protector of polis and supporter of heroes. She has often appeared in ancient Greek writings and paintings.
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?Black Athena? and ?Not Out of Africa?, 2004.
Discusses and compares these two works on African cultural archaeology.
1,048 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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Martin Bernal, author of ?Black Athena?, argues that numerous cultural achievements that are, by tradition, attributed to the ancient Greeks, are actually found in Africa, specifically, the Egyptians. Mary Lefkowitz, author of ?Not Out of Africa,? argues that Bernal?s findings and assumptions are incorrect. This essay examines both works and discusses the opposing views.
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"Berlinerblau, in his review of Lefkowitz?s book, discusses the importance of academic inquiry unencumbered by political conerns (Berlinerblau Pp). Lefkowitz refers to Bernal as an armchair archaeologist. However, she is not the only critic of Bernal?s work (Berlinerblau Pp). Robert Palter writes, ?Bernal?s rhetoric is predicated, unwittingly?on ignorance and superficial understanding? (Berlinerblau Pp)."
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