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Constructs of (In)sanity in Literature, 2002.
An historical analysis of "madness" in "King Lear" and "Moby Dick".
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 7 sources, $ 26.95
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What significantly distinguishes Shakespeare's tragic play, "King Lear", and Herman Melville's epic novel, "Moby Dick", can be traced to the historical constructs of "madness", which reflect their particular cultural contexts. Shakespeare, writing in the 15th century, was immersed with the ideological constructs of madness of his time. A complete "madness" analysis follows.
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Lean Construction and the U.K. Construction Industry, 2002.
A look at the application of the principles of Lean Construction on the U.K. construction industry.
978 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 34.95
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This paper briefly examines the U.K. construction industry and the concepts of Lean Construction, in which the success of this company is attributed to the application of Lean Construction principles such as value, value streams, flows, pull, and perfection. It evaluates how U.K. construction companies have found that increasingly demanding customers, as well as pressures regarding environment issues, are forcing them to rethink their strategies.
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The Principles of Lean Construction
The Construction Industry in the U.K.
The Egan and Lathem Reports
Supply Chain Leadership and Teamwork
The Possibility of Change
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"It is with the above in mind that the Egan and Lathem reports highlight the changes necessary in the UK Construction Industry. The Egan Report identifies five drivers of change necessary to ensure greater profitability as well as better quality in the Construction Industry. These are: committed leadership, a focus on the customer, integrated processes and teams, a quality driven agenda and commitment to people (4GM Consulting, 2003). Furthermore the report sets targets such as 10% for annual reductions in construction cost and time, as well as a 20% annual reduction in defects. The report stresses the importance of replacing competitive tendering with long-term relationships within the industry. Clearly the win/lose relationships between partners are too adversarial to be effective."
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Madness and Sanity, 2007.
This paper examines the nature and function of madness and sanity in two American short stories: Nathaniel Hawthorne's "Young Goodman Brown" and Edgar Allan Poe's "The Fall of the House of Usher".
1,153 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 39.95
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In this article, the writer discusses two short stories by two leading 19th century American authors, Nathaniel Hawthorne and Edgar Allan Poe. The writer points out that they each deal, although much differently, with themes of madness and sanity in two of their short stories, "Young Goodman Brown" and "The Fall of the House of Usher". The writer compares and contrasts these authors' uses of the themes of madness and/or sanity within these stories. The writer concludes that while both authors arguably explore themes of sanity and madness within these stories, they also do so much differently than one another.
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"In Hawthorne's "Young Goodman Brown", the title character, an upright young Puritan, either dreams about, daydreams about, or actually experiences (in the writer's opinion, he dreams about) going into the forest by night and taking part in a devil-worshipping ceremony with his fellow Puritans, including many of the most religious ones in Puritan Salem, Massachusetts. Hawthorne's main character Young Goodman Brown is a sane and, if anything, repressed young man (like all Puritans), and his dream is actually, therefore, an unconscious "letting go" of his troubled psyche into areas he cannot allow it, consciously, to explore while he is awake. Therefore, when Young Goodman Brown wakes up again, he is now troubled by intrusive waking thoughts left over from the dream, which, having now emerged into his conscious psyche, Young Goodman Brown cannot merely push down into the unconscious again."
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Monstrosity in Literature, 2005.
This paper explores the theme of monstrosity in literature, as presented in Charlotte Bronte's novel "Jane Eyre" and its prequel Jean Rhys novel "Wide Sargasso Sea".
1,435 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper explains that Charlotte Bronte in her novel "Jane Eyre" and Jean Rhys in her novel "Wide Sargasso Sea" tell the same story of humanity and monstrosity, sanity and madness, but the monsters are different. The author points out that Bronte comes from romanticism and Gothicism movements in literature; whereas, Rhys, generations later, reflexes modernism and surrealism. The paper relates that Bronte's madwoman, "beastly Bertha Mason", imprisoned in the attic, is described as unfeminine and inhumane, and example of how a Victorian lady ought not to behave. The author highlights that Jean Rhys tells a more complete story of "Bertha Mason" who in this story is really Antoinette, the first Mrs. Rochester. The paper states that, in this version, this character is not regarded as being a monster but rather is pitied. The author concludes that, in Rhys' novel, Mr. Rochester is the monstrosity because of his lack of humanity and compassion.
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"It shouldn't go without saying, however, that some critics believe "Jane Eyre" was before it's time in its view of the humane and inhumane. It is believed that perhaps Charlotte Bronte, despite a Victorian upbringing, was making a statement about her society's expectation and marginalization of women. In "Jane Eyre", Bertha Mason, despite being described as physically frightening, ghastly and intimidating, is not described as being cruel to the protagonist, nor is she described as having inhumane personal qualities. In fact, it is quite the opposite."
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Nursing Constructs, 2007.
A review of Jean Watson's four constructs in nursing practice.
700 words (approx. 2.8 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 24.95
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This paper discusses and analyzes the theoretical framework that Jean Watson developed regarding the constructs of person, nursing, environment and health. It describes her emphasis on the mind and spirit and discusses how this can be used in practice. The paper analyzes how all of Watson's four constructs are interrelated because of the therapeutic relationship.
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"All of the four constructs are interrelated because of the therapeutic relationship. Without such a relationship, no healing or caring is possible. The constructs also are interrelated because of nursing's holistic approach. These constructs provide direction for nursing leaders and allow for a vision and to a commitment to a holistic approach for nursing. Not only can the patient achieve balance, but all aspects of care can be considered and balanced through the use of the constructs. Leaders who create visions can develop entirely innovative approaches to creating healing environments for both nurses and patients so that growth and development are promoted to achieve self-realization."
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Constructs of Gender, 2005.
This paper explores the political and social constructs of gender present today.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 1 source, $ 26.95
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This paper examines the question of what forms gender and sexuality take in America, based on four articles. The paper discusses female circumcision and castration in the late nineteenth century, the impact of language around impotence and erectile dysfunction on male sexuality. The paper looks at gender construction, male sexuality in general and also examines gay rights under Bush Sr.'s administration.
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"It is very clear from various readings that gender and gendered sexuality have a lot more to do with the medical and political agenda than one might initially think. According to various sources, these constructs are often created by the medical profession, which is rooted in the conservative aspect of American culture. This is reflected in articles about the Bush Sr. administration's attitude towards gay rights and AIDS activism, the quest for a perfect penis and the alleged importance of a perfectly hard man as well as the literature regarding 19th century sexual surgery on women. Evidence from these articles, and others, suggests that wealthy white men have manipulated ideas of gender and sexuality for their own interests by using the medical and political arenas."
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Hamlet's Sanity, 2008.
An analysis of Hamlet's level of sanity in William Shakespeare's play, "Hamlet."
1,477 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 48.95
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This paper discusses the personality of Hamlet in William Shakespeare's play, "Hamlet." It particularly focuses on the question of whether Hamlet was insane or if he was just pretending to be so. It also questions whether Hamlet could have plotted murder if he was insane. The paper concludes that Hamlet was melancholic, depressed and suffered from anhedonia.
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"The fact is that many people have interpreted Shakespeare's play, Hamlet, in different ways. The play is centered on the fact that Hamlet does not immediately seek revenge. Hamlet has been told by a ghost to seek revenge for his father's death. Any person seeing a ghost and hearing one would automatically question their saneness. Hamlet is angry at himself at times for not carrying out the revenge, but murdering someone is not something that can be done easily even in cases where murder is necessary (Prince Hamlet). Looking at the etymology of Hamlet shows that is name is one filled with meaning and controversy (Prince Hamlet). No doubt, Hamlet felt torn in many different ways when it came to seeking revenge for his father. During the Reformation time period, the existence of purgatory was a major issue. Perhaps Hamlet delayed the death to make sure that his uncle had made peace with God (Prince Hamlet). Perhaps most people can see Hamlet as a mirror of the audience, because everyone has problems that could lead them to be insane."
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The Sanity of Macbeth, 2002.
A review of William Shakespeare's "Macbeth", debating the main character's sanity and motivation.
846 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 30.95
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This paper discusses William Shakespeare's play "Macbeth", about the tyranny of an ambitious nobleman who is informed of his future. It analyzes how Macbeth is the definate protagonist of this play by the percentage of the dialogue of the major characters. It examines the three witches' influence on Macbeth's actions and Lady Macbeth's avarice that drills the Scottish Lord into treason and kinghood. It evaluates the role of fate in the tragedy, as well as the state of Macbeth's conscience and possibilites in Shakespeare's ambiguity.
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"Because the ?weird sisters? (Macbeth, I, iii, 32) ambiguously inform Macbeth of his future, they give him a disadvantage. Alas, he no longer has a clean bias for his major decisions, therefore making him less responsible for his decisions. Indeed, he shares responsibility with the fact that he knows his future. Nevertheless he ultimately has to recompense for his atrocious judgments regarding others? lives. Macbeth learns of his future from the witches. He knows that he shall become the Thane of Cawdor: one step above his present status in Scottish hierarchy."
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Sexuality and Constructs of Deviance, 2002.
An overview of the history of sexuality and concepts of tolerance for lesbians and gays.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 7 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper will discuss the use of the word "tolerance", in the contexts of understanding the history of sexuality, and how it is enmeshed with constructs of deviance. This paper will argue that while some state-level changes are being made with respect to the human rights of gays and lesbians, micro-social backlash continues to flourish. The ongoing struggle for equality and recognition for and of gays and lesbians is lodged in-between the legal and the moral codes of dominant society in such a way that while legal rights are implemented, moral panic is rising in relation to the changes being instituted.
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Advances in Construction, 2006.
A paper on the various constructional processes involving domestic and commercial premises.
4,230 words (approx. 16.9 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 112.95
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This paper focuses on the various aspects of constructional activity including planning, procuring, executing and registering activities. The paper also considers the legal aspects, insurance aspects and maintenance aspects of constructional activity and uses examples, facts and figures to discuss each aspect. Additionally, the paper looks at management in the construction industry, the risks of a constructional company, new techniques and methods in construction, and what strategy a construction company should follow in order to be successful.
What is Construction
What is Constructional Activity
Manager's Code of Professional Ethics in Construction
Risks of a Constructional Company
New Methods and Techniques of Construction
Order to be Followed in a Construction Industry for being Successful
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"Building construction-case study of Fletcher Construction, Australia
According to the Recycling Resources Recovery Council (RRRC) the construction industry waste accounts for 44% of the total land fill in Victoria. In January 1993, Fletcher construction selected two Melbourne construction sites for training the program. One site was to introduce recycling and waste minimization methods and the other would adapt the traditional approach of handling waste on sight. The results of the trial revealed substantial savings to the project and environment. The process of implementing recycling and waste minimization reduced the volume of waste from 44% to 15%. 43% less land filled space was consumed and there was a financial saving of 55% achieved on waste removal cost. Over one third of the total waste volume generated was recycled. Fletcher Construction of Australia has incorporated green measures into its national policy, aiming to reduce waste on every constructional site by 25% as compared to the conventional methods. Its sister company in Seattle, Washington has also implemented similar methods."
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Pragmatics - Grammatical Constructions, 2007.
A discussion regarding construction grammar and grammatical constructions.
917 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 16 sources, MLA, $ 32.95
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This paper reviews and discusses construction grammar. According to the paper, construction grammar (CxG) is a usage-based framework, and it endeavors to treat all types of expressions as equally central to capturing grammatical patterning.
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Fillmore's approach to Construction Grammar
More cognitive approaches to Construction Grammar
Towards a "Fluid" Construction Grammar
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"A. Radical Construction Grammar (Croft): all constructions are language-specific; all categories are defined by constructions; constructions are the primitive units of language. This kind of CxG takes into account cross-linguistic factors, dealing with the internal structure of constructions. Radical CxG is non-reductionist: constructions are not derived from their parts, but the parts are derived from the constructions. Radical CxG is opposed to the idea that syntactic categories, roles, and relations are universal. Moreover, they are not only language-specific, but also construction-specific. Instead of syntactic relations, Radical CxG rather talks about semantic relations. Indeed, it is closely related to cognitive linguistics."
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Wills and Rule of Construction, 2008.
An analysis of the rule of construction with regards to the Indian Succession Act of 1925 and private international law.
5,486 words (approx. 21.9 pages), 23 sources, APA, $ 134.95
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This research paper discusses the rule of construction, which is a very important tool for construing the intention of the testator in the will. It begins by defining what a will is and defining rule of construction. The paper then explains this concept using the Indian Succession Act of 1925 and case laws. It also discusses the rule of construction under private international law.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Rule of Construction
Nature and Scope
Research Questions
Chapter One
Wills
Chapter Two
Rule of Construction
Construction of Words
Ascertaining the Intention of the Testator
Construction of Wills
Chapter Three
Rule of Construction in Private International Law
Conclusion
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"The 'rule of construction' in the Indian legal system gives utmost significance to giving effect to the intention of the testator. The duty of the court is to endeavor the ascertainment of the intention of the testator while construing a will or any other testamentary instrument. The aid of the private international law is necessary only when the intention is expressed in a manner that leaves no room for doubt. This is because the duty of any court, no matter in which country it may sit, is to give effect to expressed intentions and, if they are clear, there can be no occasion to test the language of the will by reference to any particular legal system. Generally, the interpretation of a will depends on the law of the testator's domicile. This approach is supported by section 4 of the Will Act 1963 which provides that the "construction of a will shall not be altered by reason of any change in the testator's domicile after the execution of the will. However, the rule that the interpretation of a will depends on the law of the testator's domicile is not absolute. If the testator has manifestly contemplated and intended that his will should be construed according to some other system of law, then this rule does not apply."
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Strategic Planning in the Construction Industry, 2008.
This paper examines how theories, constructs and processes of strategic planning can be effectively used by strategists in the built environment sector.
2,512 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 13 sources, APA, $ 76.95
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The paper attempts to define strategic planning and illustrate how its key constructs and frameworks can be used effectively by built management organizations to increase their firms' competitive advantage while also increasing the potential for long-term growth and differentiation. The paper shows how, for a strategic plan to be effective, it needs to be based on an insightful analysis of the external environment of an organization, while at the same time defining future growth opportunities that capitalize on the organizations' strengths.
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Executive Summary
Challenges of Strategic Planning in the Built Environment Sector
Analysis of Strategic Planning Constructs, Frameworks and Models
Conclusion and Recommendations
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"Critical to the development of a sustainable and scalable strategic planning practice in any organization is the defining of processes that provide useful information from both inside and outside the organization, in conjunction with more advanced processes for sensing and responding to market dynamics. In conjunction with the need to use a variety of analytical constructs and frameworks for continually monitoring market and competitive dynamics externally while augmenting and increasing competitive strengths internally, organizations often rely on strategic plans as the foundation for every functional area of their organizations' budget and growth. Setting strategic goals and objectives directly impacts how the Information Technologies (IT) plans are defined, how many project planners, foremen and specialty workers Human Resources will hire to support strategic projects, definition of how supply chain practices will be completed, and ultimately define the financial objectives for the entire organization."
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Commercial Construction, 2006.
A paper on non-residential construction.
770 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 27.95
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This paper describes commercial construction as "building projects exclusive of residential construction," and discusses commercial construction from both an economic point of view and from the point of view of the community. The paper discusses why commercial construction is a boon to the construction business, providing stable work even when residential construction is at a lull. The paper also discusses the complexities of managing commercial construction.
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"Commercial construction is defined as "building projects exclusive of residential [single- or two-family home] construction". It is one of the biggest segments of the entire construction industry and is believed to have strengthened the industry in recent years due to rapid and steady growth. The commercial sector has been growing steady for some time now as is evident from market research and reports. Back in 2000, Sinderman wrote: "...the state of the commercial real estate market is strong. The demand for office, industrial and retail buildings remains high, and, as Internet-based companies continue to grow, specialized facilities have become more popular than ever." In 2005, a construction report by McGraw-Hill supported that claim: "The commercial and infrastructure construction segments are providing a lift to the overall construction industry, marking a role reversal from most of the past two or three years. According to October 2004 figures for future construction contracts calculated by McGraw-Hill Construction, Lexington, Mass., overall new construction starts increased 4 percent in October versus September (on a seasonally adjusted basis), with nonresidential and infrastructure construction gaining while the residential sector fell slightly." (Late Rebound)"
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Construction Delays, 2007.
This paper provides an analysis and identification of major causes of delays in construction projects in Libya.
865 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 30.95
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In this article, the writer investigates various construction companies within Libya, to rank construction delay variables in accordance with their effect on delay and cost. Additionally, the researcher's aim includes reviewing the existing literature available on the construction industry to ascertain the primary causes of delays in construction processes. To achieve these aims, the author evaluates what are the primary causes of delays related to construction processes. Further, the writer discusses what construction companies exist in Libya and how these variables rank according to their effect on project delay and cost. The writer also examines how construction delays impact the cost of construction processes.
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Introduction
Objectives
Literature Review
Methodology
Analysis of Data
Implications
References
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"Ford notes that political leadership in Libya is ripe for encouraging foreign investment in multiple sectors. The country will need to increase its' production capacity to attract foreign investors particularly in underdeveloped fields. The country must also reintegrate itself in the international political arena by working on relations with the governments in major countries of western Europe and the U.S."
"Sebestyen notes that construction and modern manufacturing has along history that can be traced several thousand years. Changing technologies have impacted multiple arenas including construction, where the techniques, processes, materials, machines and information of technology must be embraced during production and used in different ways for different countries, even in the presence of international trends in construction. Technology has stimulated among other things better conditions within the construction industry, better quality, durability and increased opportunities for sustainable growth."
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