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Disneyfication Of Popular Culture, 1999.
Analyzes the dehumanizing effects of Disney films, focusing on sexist and racist images in animated films such as "Beauty & the Beast" and "Alladin".
2,475 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 7 sources, $ 87.95
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INTRODUCTION
"In 1965, Frances Clarke Sayers wrote the following with reference to Walt Disney and the way he treated his film material:
I call him to account for his debasement of the traditional literature of childhood, in films and in the books he publishes: He shows scant respect for the integrity of the original creations of authors, manipulating and vulgarizing everything for his own ends. His treatment of folklore is without regard for its anthropological, spiritual, or psychological truths. Every story is sacrificed to the "gimmick". . . of animation. . . Not content with the films, he fixes these mutilated versions in books which are cut to a fraction of their original forms, illustrates them ..."
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Disneyfication of "Beauty and the Beast", 2008.
A comparative analysis of Madame Leprince de Beaumont's "Beauty and the Beast" and the Disney film version.
1,898 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 60.95
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This paper examines the Disney adaptation of Madame Leprince de Beaumont's "Beauty and the Beast" . The paper contends that an analysis of Belle's character reveals that Disney's treatment of the fairy tale entirely neuters the story, taking away its dramatic, harsh moral lessons, and diminishing its female role model to an idle idiot who should not have survived the first ten minutes. The paper continues to discusses how this is further exacerbated by the introduction of cute, irrelevant animated characters who only serve to trivialize the film further. The paper concludes that, while traditional fairy tales offered chicken soup for the soul, Disney offers canned soup for the soul.
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"Beaumont's Beauty has many other good qualities besides, and demonstrates them consistently throughout the story. For example, she is patient when her shrewish sisters berate her. She is considerate when her father offers her gifts, requesting almost nothing for fear it might be beyond his means. She does ask for a rose, not because she wants one, but because she does not want to show her sisters up. Thus, in somewhat Christian fashion, she turns the other cheek, meeting her sisters' insults with kindness and consideration. Disney's Belle gets no such opportunity to show Christian charity - this lucky young woman is an only child, unburdened with mean-spirited sisters! Again, the Disney character is denied the opportunity to model strength of character to viewers, and instead remains comparatively insipid. "
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Socialist Popularity, 2007.
A look at why socialism is popular in Western Europe but not so popular in the US.
984 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 34.95
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In this article, the writer presents an examination of socialist parties and looks at why they have been so much more successful in Western Europe than in the United States. The writer explores the basis for the party foundation and examines the fear Americans have of such beliefs. The writer maintains that as long as the American Dream remains the pot at the end of the rainbow for the millions who hear about America, socialism will most likely remain a theory that is popular elsewhere. The writer concludes that while Western Europe struggled with its identity and its need to rebuild following the wars it was involved in, the idea seemed feasible and the concept gained popularity and a significant measure of success for many decades.
Outline:
Introduction
Socialism
Why it Worked in Europe
Conclusion
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"For the most part, the Western world is divided into two types of regime, socialist and democratic. The United States has been under a democratic form of government since its inception while areas of Western Europe have been highly loyal to the socialist form of government. The socialist form of government while thriving in Western Europe has failed to garner any significant support in the United States. One will find if one examines the societies that the people's desires, goals, ambitions and concerns are not that different. The difference between the two areas when it comes to the socialist parties is not the people, but the stagnation already being experienced when socialism was first introduced as a viable option."
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Banco Popular De Puerto Rico, 2004.
This is an economic forecast for Banco Popular De Puerto Rico, which is the parent bank of Banco Popular, North America.
1,356 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 47.95
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This paper examines the economic conditions for Banco Popular De Puerto Rico. The author discusses the market structure, competitors, the impact of entry of new companies and the impact of government regulations. The paper investigates prices, productivity, cost structure, price elasticity of demand and supply and demand analysis.
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"According to its annual report filed with the U S Securities and Exchange Commission, Popular, Inc. is a publicly traded company. It is a bank holding company registered under the Bank Holding Company Act of ... as amended the B.H.C. Act. The company's principle operating subsidiary is Banco Popular de Puerto Rico. Banco Popular is subject to the supervision and regulation of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. The Corporation was incorporated in under the laws of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. It is the largest ..."
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The Electoral College vs. Popular Vote, 2007.
This paper discusses the advantages and disadvantages of both the current American electoral college and an alternative popular vote system.
955 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 33.95
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This paper explains that critics charge that the current American electoral college makes it possible for presidents to be elected who do not have an absolute majority of the popular vote, which diminishes the legitimacy of the final victor. The author then points out that one of the arguments in favor of the electoral college is that it prevents powerful, populous regions from monopolizing the electoral outcome as would happen in a popular vote system. The paper relates that, in the popular vote, direct ballot system, parties are given seats in proportion to their share of the votes cast, thus ensuring that the popular vote is not distorted; however, the popular vote system will contribute to fragmentation and instability by making it easier for "fringe" or narrowly-focused political parties to emerge in opposition to the current two major parties.
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"Other criticisms leveled against the Electoral College include arguments that the system creates the potential for "faithless voters" who are pledged to vote for one candidate but who chose, for a variety of reasons, to vote for another. Interestingly, if one expert is correct, there have been a number of such electors in recent years. Moving forward, critics also charge that, because every state is given the same number of electoral votes regardless of its "voter turnout", there is no incentive to encourage greater voter participation - although Kimberling seems skeptical about its overall impact."
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Popular Culture, 2007.
A popular culture analysis, with a focus on sport.
2,631 words (approx. 10.5 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 79.95
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This paper explains and defines popular culture in terms of its historical development and social meaning. The idea of a qualitative content analysis is also explained and a qualitative content analysis of sport and certain overlapping forms of popular culture is then conducted.
Outline:
Introduction
Popular Culture
Historical Development
Defining Popular Culture
Qualitative Content Analysis
Sport
Qualitative Content Analysis Of Sport
Contextualisation
Social Context
Political Context
Economic Context
Historical Context
Conceptual Analysis
Ideology
Hegemony
Representation
Globalisation
Interrelatedness
Conclusion
Sources Consulted
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"The wealthy corporations of the world mostly produce modern day popular culture in bulk, whereas in the past, popular culture was produced and used by individual people. This idea of bulk selling can be seen in the television and film cultures specifically. In this way, modern popular culture is produced to be used as a product for consumption of the masses. In the past, all societies have had forms of popular culture (Gitlin, 1981). Since the early part of mans history, people have begun to spontaneously create forms of popular culture. Early man created artistic expressions of meaning in the form of cave art, which served as art, as well as a primitive form of writing. In ancient Rome, the people were accustomed to seeing street shows and singers in travelling carnivals. These examples translate into forms of high culture in modern times."
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Popular Culture, 2007.
This paper discusses popular culture and the development of cyber-culture.
1,663 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 54.95
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The paper defines popular culture as referring to cultural forms of interest and entertainment common only to the masses or the majority of people. The paper explains how popular culture was seen as being somehow inferior to 'higher', more elitist, forms of culture during the nineteenth century. The paper discusses, however, how the Internet has achieved the distribution of a world wide popular culture that is shared within and between countries. The paper looks at cyber-culture today and concludes that the future shape and forms of popular culture will be influenced by the Internet and its emerging modes of communication.
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"The view of popular culture as being somehow inferior to 'higher' forms of culture can be traced back through history and to the sense of elitism and divisions in society between the rich and poor, the powerful and the less-powerful. The foundations of the term "popular culture' and its definition in a contemporary context, can be related to influential thinkers like Mathew Arnold and the Nineteenth Century in Britain. "The idea of popular culture, as we know it, only came about in the second half of the nineteenth century and for the first fifty years or so was viewed very negatively by those who dared to acknowledge its existence." (Popular culture)"
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The Consequences of Popular Culture, 2007.
An analysis of the effects that popular culture, particularly the media, has on influencing people's views.
1,500 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 49.95
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This paper investigates the effect that popular culture in America has had on attitudes, in terms of concepts of wealth and power. The paper focuses on the visual media, with special attention given to the film and advertising industry. The central point that this paper makes is that the modern media can distort values and the truth through the creation of popular culture.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
The Influence Of Popular Culture: The Visual Media And Advertising
Conclusion
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"The central point that this paper wishes to make is that the modern media can distort values and the "truth" through the creation of popular culture. On the one hand the idea of freedom and material success are relatively positive aspects within the message of democracy in popular culture; but on the other hand it also leads to expectation and unrealistic views of life. This aspect is even more serious when American popular culture is exported to other counties where the images of wealth and power can even be less realistic and can create psychological and social confusion."
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Popular Culture, 2006.
This paper looks at popular culture which is the culture pertaining to the masses.
1,446 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 47.95
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In this paper, the writer discusses the popular culture that is prevalent globally. Some light is also shed upon the role that media, both electronic and print, has played in spreading this culture and thus converting the popular culture into a global culture that has more or less established its roots in countries all over the world, ranging from those in America to those in Africa and Asia. The effect that this popular culture is having on the youth of today that blindly embraces it is also taken into consideration.
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"The popular culture is being embraced by the youth the world over as it creates a sense of belonging and community amongst them. The McDonald's and Coca-cola culture is what the youth of today takes pride in. It is quite a commodity-oriented tradition where the latest hairstyle, shoes, clothes, food and music make the youth of one place in-sync with the youths worldwide. It is apparently "hip" to engage in illicit activities such as sniffing drugs or possessing un-licensed weapons. The pop-culture is basically feeding off the insecurities of the youth; their desire to develop an identity either individually or collectively, they place their souls in their possessions such as cars, hi-fi gadgets, clothes or in the kind of shoes they wear. It is this parameter by which the young judge or are judged. In their attempt to keep up with the modern world as they see it each tries to out shine, the other which usually results in hostility and animosity."
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Popular vs. Scholarly Scientific Writing, 2007.
This paper compares popular and scholarly scientific writing by using articles on the possibility of atavisms or evolutionary throwbacks.
1,210 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 41.95
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This paper explains that the examination of a popular press article and another article from a scholarly journal reveals some fundamental differences in the ways in which the authors and the publications pursue the specific question of atavisms and the general matter of science. The author points out that, whereas the scholarly articles are cautious, highly specific and backed by applied research, the popular press discussion of atavisms is written with more attention to capturing and retaining the interest of the reader. The paper states that popular articles tend to do a better job of contextualizing the scientific data being presented and the implications of the research being conducted. The author concludes that both of these types of science writing have their place although each would benefit from incorporating techniques from the other.
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"To counter this historical attitude, Le Page (2007) presents a series of recent studies and findings on the subject that indicate that evolutionary atavisms can take place, if only rarely and under certain circumstances. The examples used are always specific and detailed, and the author attempts to provide a human context for research with direct quotes from researchers and reactions from the public and scientific community. Once Le Page sets up this division, the conflict of the article between accepted biological wisdom and new, contrary evidence, he can start to present possible solutions."
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The Popularity of Amateur Photography, 2002.
A paper which examines why photography is such a popular hobby.
1,316 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 44.95
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Photography has been described as ?probably the world?s greatest hobby?. The paper shows that there is no doubt that photography is a popular hobby, with the introduction of the digital camera only increasing the popularity. The paper explores several characteristics of photography that explain this popularity: that it is an adaptable hobby; that it is an accessible hobby; that it allows for individuals to combine their other interests; that it is an opportunity for every individual to be creative, even those with limited creative skills; and that it gives people the opportunity to interact with their world.
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"The fourth reason that amateur photography is a popular hobby is that it gives individuals the opportunity to be creative, even if they are lacking in creative skills. As one author notes, photography is a ?creative process: the subjects you choose to photograph reflect your own character, mood and opportunities? (Joseph & Saunders 8). Another author makes the same observation, ?...the single most important factor behind a picture is the photographer? (Freeman 8). This means that the photographer is central to the process and provides the creativity. However, at the same time, the photographer does not have to provide the material. This can be compared to painting, where the creative has a blank canvas and must provide the entire artwork."
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The Role of Popular Sovereignty, 2005.
An analysis of the role of popular sovereignty in America in the colonial era.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 2 sources, $ 26.95
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This three page undergraduate paper examines the role of popular sovereignty. The paper focuses on the time of the colonial era in America, when popular sovereignty was considered to be the foundation of political society, for government in Great Britain and her American colonies was based upon representative democracy.
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"During the colonial era in America, popular sovereignty was considered to be the foundation of political society, for government in Great Britain and her American colonies was based upon representative democracy. Ultimate authority was vested in the monarchy, but the people were represented in Parliament in the mother country and in colonial legislatures in America. Since the founding of the first colonial settlements in Virginia and Massachusetts Bay early in the seventeenth-century, popular sovereignty had always been a fundamental principle of colonial government, but as tensions increased between Great Britain and her colonies, patriot leaders like Thomas Jefferson and Thomas Paine advocated a dramatic expansion of popular sovereignty."
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Presidential Popularity, 2003.
A study of the variables that affect a president's popularity ratings.
690 words (approx. 2.8 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 23.95
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This paper is a research proposal to study presidential popularity and the variables that affect it, such as economic shifts, international crises and domestic social issues. The specific purpose of the proposal is to examine the relationship between the growing anti-war movement in the U.S. and the popularity ratings of President George W. Bush.
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Twentieth Century American Popular Music, 2007.
This paper analyzes the developmental history of 20th century American popular music from the earliest jazz pioneers to the latest major pop stars of 20th century American music.
2,545 words (approx. 10.2 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 77.95
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This paper explains that all of the musical genres, such as Ragtime, Jazz, Big Band, Blues, Country, Rock 'n' Roll, Folk, Punk, Heavy Metal, Rap and Hip Hop, are linked together into a single unified whole in American music. The author discusses the importance of the development of Rock 'n' Roll and how it crossed over successfully into many earlier forms of the Blues and Country genres. The paper stresses that the contributions of the African-American influence on American music, which is the core element to many American styles that came earlier, are crucial to the latter popularity of Rap and Hip Hop.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Ragtime and Jazz
The Big Bands and the Blues
The Evolution of Jazz and Growing Popularity of Country Music: 1920-1950
The Rock 'n' Roll Era of the 1950s
The "Psychedelic" Rock 'n' Roll and Folk Music Movements of the 1960s
Punk and Heavy Metal: The 1970s and the 1980s
Rap and Hip Hop
Conclusion
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"The first broadcast of the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tennessee in 1925 was a crucial moment for the popularity of Country music to be introduced in American music. Often these fusion of old Bluegrass styles and Folk often helped to build the style of what became known as "Country" by the likes of the Grand Ole Opry. In this manner, Nashville became the center of this genre, helping to introduce country to a major audience. Once again, it was the radio that greatly helped to bring this music to millions of listeners across the United States."
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The Popularity of Fast Food, 2007.
An examination of the reasons for the popularity of fast food restaurants in America.
960 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 34.95
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This paper describes why Americans enjoy fast food so much, despite the many problems associated with its consumption. The author reviews Morgan Spurlock's 2004 documentary "Supersize Me" to illustrate the popularity of fast food restaurants. The paper gives several reasons why fast food is so popular, which include its tastiness convenience, and low cost. The paper concludes by discussing some of the health risks associated with a diet based on fast food.
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" The convenience factor of fast food is also an undeniable selling point. According to Eric Schlosser: "Women entered the work force in record numbers," in the 1970s, "often motivated less by feminism than by a need to help pay the bills....the entry of women into the nation's work force has greatly increased demand for the types of services that housewives traditionally performed: cooking, cleaning and child care," as families have less time to devote to the domestic arts (Schlosser, 1998). After a hard day at work, a mother can provide her family with a hot meal from a fast food chain, guilt-free. She can also assuage some of her children's incessant nagging, given the amount of fast food advertising that is targeted towards children. "
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