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"The Party's Over: Oil, War and the Fate of Industrial Societies", 2007.
A review of Richard Heinberg's book, "The Party's Over: Oil, War and the Fate of Industrial Societies".
1,367 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 45.95
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This papers introduces, discusses and analyzes the book "The Party's Over: Oil, War and the Fate of Industrial Societies" by Richard Heinberg. According to the paper, author Richard Heinberg explores the world's dependence on fossil fuels in this book, and comes to the conclusion that the "Party's Over" when it comes to society's long-term dependence on non-renewable forms of energy. The paper reports that sooner or later, we will run out, and when we do, it will alter society forever. The paper is written from a personal perspective.
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"I feel the current political policies, for the most part, are critically flawed and need to be radically reformed. In fact, I think many politicians have their heads in the sand over this issue, and need their attitudes totally readjusted. I just read an article online that the Nevada Legislature wants to rescind a law giving "green" builders tax breaks, because it could cost the state too much money (Bellisle). This seems extremely short sighted and backward to me. It is a time when we should be encouraging the use of alternative power and building methods, rather than rescinding tax incentives. That is just one reason I feel the current political policies are fatally flawed and unrealistic. It seems as if the politicians refuse to do anything until the problem is staring them in the face, and by then it will be too late. As the author notes, "In hindsight, the reasons for abandoning the path of conservation seem tragically wrongheaded" (Heinberg 80). I think we need to make it "cool" again to conserve and be aware, and begin a strong educational campaign to teach children in school and their parents, how important it is to conserve energy and change our basic energy usage patterns."
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Fate, Society & Determinism, 2006.
A comparison between the character of Lily in Edith Wharton's 'The House of Mirth' and the character of Emma in Gustave Flaubert's 'Madame Bovary'.
4,180 words (approx. 16.7 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 111.95
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This paper compares and discusses the similarities and differences between the characters in the novels, 'The House of Mirth' by Edith Wharton and 'Madame Bovary' by Gustave Flaubert. According to the paper, the background of their stories is certainly not the same, their drives and inner most desires are fired by divergent impulses, their struggles take on different shapes and their deaths have contrasting meanings.
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"Nor is her aunt, Mrs. Peniston, very sympathetic with Lily and her way of life, either. Though, everyone expects Lily to inherit Mrs. Peniston's fotune, when the old lady dies, she leaves her niece a mere ten thousand dollars, barely enough for Lily to cover her debt to Gus Trenor, who tricks her into making her believe he makes investments in the stock market for her, which hopelessly compromises Lily into accepting great sums of money from him. Mrs. Peniston's will is a clear expression of her disapproval of both Lily's social habits--the endless parties she takes part into, her gambling at bridge--and Lily's breaking the social code of conduct for unmarried women--the seemingly appearance of her being involved with a married man, again, Gus Trenor, of whose unwanted amorous advances she is exposed to. "
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Determinism in "Madame Bovary", 2000.
A review of Gustave Flaubert's "Madame Bovary", focusing on the determinism and fate of the characters of the novel.
1,657 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 53.95
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This paper analyzes the novel "Madame Bovary" by Gustave Flaubert, discussing the theme of determinism and fate through the characters, Charles and Emma, and the relationship between them. The paper argues, citing evidence from the novel, that Charles Bovary accepts his fate submissively while Emma Bovary struggles passionately against it. Because Flaubert joined these two characters in marriage, his novel becomes absurd. The paper describes how Emma's adultery is her one and only fate, determined by her impossible marriage itself.
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"?Fate? and ?destiny? are words a person uses when they believe that what has occurred was set in the stars. Whatever ?fate? they come to is unavoidable; nature and station predetermine a person?s actions and the circumstances surrounding their situation determine the eventual outcome of that situation. There is an inciting event, people react, challenges follow, all proceeding to a succession of events that point to only one possible conclusion. Their ?destiny? or ?fate? is the natural solution. This idea expressed in literature is called determinism. Determinism is the inexorable ?why? of the character?s success or demise; and characteristics inherent in their personality and their societal position are what cause their eventual end. In his novel, Madame Bovary, Gustave Flaubert reveals his remarkable ability to express this idea through the trials and tribulations of his characters, forever enchanting us with captivating imagery and his unique use of metaphors. His determinism is one sprinkled with pessimism; no matter how fervently a character struggles to avoid their ultimate fate, fighting reality proves a fruitless battle?their situation is hopeless."
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Determinism, 2004.
This paper discusses whether there is a meaningful distinction between hard and soft determinism and the implication of this distinction.
1,550 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 50.95
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This paper explains that philosophers debate, based on Newtonian Determinism, from two views with opposite implications for human life and moral judgment, whether humans genuinely have free will. The author points out that, according to the Hard Determinism point of view, since every individual event is a necessary result of prior causes, the eventual outcome of every single event, which occurs in the universe, is predetermined. The paper relates that Soft Determinism accepts the overall premise that all events in the universe are indeed completely necessary and unchangeable results of events and conditions that precede them, but the distinction between Hard and Soft Determinism is that the latter postulates that free will and the genuine ability to make decisions and to shape our own lives in an ongoing manner are nevertheless possible.
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Introduction
Hard Determinism
Implications of Hard Determinism
Soft Determinism
Implications of Soft Determinism
Conclusion
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"The argument is that only inanimate objects and events (such as the tides, earthquakes, and the solar orbits of the planets) are completely determined by preceding natural conditions and events in the manner that the course of Osmo?s life was charted before he lived it. On the other hand, under soft determinism, internal living processes (especially human thoughts) are still subject to free will and mental choices by which sentient beings may determine what happens in their lives, despite the fact that the rest of the (inanimate) universe strictly obeys the principles of hard determinism.
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Freedom and Determinism, 2002.
A discussion on the rejection of the libertarian position and the affirmation of soft determinism.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 53.95
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This paper is an analysis and overview of the concepts of freedom over and against 'determinism'. The position of determinism will be defended in light of a passage or paragraph taken from the work and philosophy of Baron d' Holbach. This paper will begin with a general overview of the positions involved in the debate. In turn, following the overview of freewill, determinism, and compatibilism, this paper will present an analysis of both the 'passage' or 'quote' in question, but also outline some of the tenets and ideas of B.F. Skinner from a work titled 'Beyond Freedom and Dignity'. Next, an argument will be presented which defends a 'soft determinist' or 'compatibilist' argument which is made by A.J. Ayer.
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Determinism vs. Free Will, 2005.
An overview of the concept of determinism versus the concept of free will.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 2 sources, $ 26.95
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Determinism says that the environment, heredity, defense mechanisms, and other influences direct the way people act. Soft determinism states that people are determined, but they also are free. The paper shows that human behavior is the result of different deterministic forces that directs them in making different choices with people not being forced to act in certain ways, because they have the freedom to make choices as shown and stated in the philosophy of soft determinism.
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Free Will and Determinism, 2006.
An overview of theories about free will and determinism and how they are relevant to criminal law and the judicial system.
1,229 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper begins with a discussion and explanation of theories about free will and determinism, explaining that most people believe in both determinism and free will, even though there is a basic contradiction between the two theories. The paper then takes a look at how we can apply the theory of determinism to the study of criminal law and the judicial system if we, at the same time, believe in free will.
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"Most individuals are inclined to believe that every event or occurrence has a cause, rather than think that things happen haphazardly. The belief that there is a cause to every event is known as determinism. To think otherwise would be considered nonsense. It would be ridiculous if someone thought, for example, that her clock stopped working for no reason whatsoever. Even if no one could determine the precise cause or causes, we still would not accept the idea that the clock's stopping had no cause. Whether the subject is clocks, lights coming on, the workings of a computer, or the common cold, each has a cause. The same could be said for the actions of humans, every action that is said or done have causes. An action is an event. The actions may be caused by hereditary, previous experiences, some peculiarity in personality, the circumstances under which the act occurred, etc. Most would agree that actions have causes; otherwise they would happen by chance and that is thought is frightening."
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Determinism and Free Will, 2004.
A philosophical debate regarding the co-existence of determinism and free will in one's life.
1,458 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 48.95
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The conflict between determinism and free will is a long-standing one. It is one of those philosophical issues that might never be fortunate enough to receive a unanimously agreed upon solution, and, for this reason, it is up to each person how he views the issues and seeks to resolve it. This paper explains that, as with most philosophical theories, the relationship of determinism and free will is a contentious issue because they oppose each other, and in order to support one, you need to give up the other. It is generally believed that the two cannot exist together for they are in conflict with each other and, thus, are incompatible. This paper provides definitions of the terms in order to help the reader decide whether the two are compatible or not and if free will has any place in the doctrine of determinism.
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"Determinism therefore ignores the role of choices or moral responsibility and primarily focuses on the role of previous events or cause in the creation of a new event. For example, when a person misbehaves with an elderly determinism would free him of his moral responsibility to have behaved more properly and instead study the causes of his behavior. Determinists believe that behind every current event is a past cause or event and keeping this view in mind, we would probably acquit the misbehaving person and instead accuse those past causes and events that mad him behave the way he did."
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Determinism, 2004.
This paper offers a discussion of the concepts of free will and determinism.
2,700 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 95.95
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In this article, the writer looks at the concepts of free will and determinism. The paper focuses on the perception of human choice from the world view of scientific determinism and Hinduism. The paper argues that the admission of a degree of free will in Hindu philosophy is incompatible with the notion of scientific determinism.
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"The issues to be decided in this research include the following: What is scientific determinism? What is the role of determinism and free will in Hinduism? Is scientific determinism compatible with Hinduism? What forces influence human thought and action? The methodology employed to address these issues includes the use of literature, religious sermons, textbooks, research, journal articles and Web sites devoted to the issues of determinism in determinism free will and Hinduism. Such sources have provided the research from which the following analysis is ... "
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Public Relations Effect on Society, 2005.
A discussion of the impact that public relations has on society as a whole.
1,325 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 44.95
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Public relations is vital to the success of an individual, of an organization, and of society at large. When utilized correctly, it is a powerful and effective business and personal strategy for success. This paper explains how it may be viewed from a personal or a business perspective and impacts both equally as strongly. Relationships are the foundation upon which modern institutions have been crafted and developed over time. It points out that, without a strong public relations team, the fate of organizations and individuals is largely questionable. The idea of public relations as relations management is described in this paper.
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"Public relations as relationship management incorporates many different functions, not the least of which is building and fostering relationships among people. Aside from this basic principle, public relations includes a broad spectrum of activities that encompasses many different functions including publicity, press management, advertising, marketing, media relations, events coordination and more (Bruning, 2000). These activities all involve intense interaction between different individuals and organizations. A successful public relations campaign can be defined by the extent to which it fosters successful management and coordination of all of these activities in relationship to an organizations, individuals or communities business and personal strategies and goals."
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Determinism, 2005.
A philosophical discussion about the concept of determinism.
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Are people and their situations the result of their own actions or are they merely a pawn in the game of life with every move already predetermined? Do people truly have autonomy, or are they controlled by determinism? This paper examines these questions by discussing theories related to determinism.
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"Determinism is often defined as a theory that some higher power or law guides every aspect of the universe, as is the case of God's law in Christianity. Every facet of the universe depends upon and is conditioned by their causes. In 'hard' determinism, every facet of existence is directly a cause by the law . In hard determinism, every event in life is a direct effect of all the events that preceded it; therefore, these events are set and predetermined."
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Technological Determinism, 2005.
A literary discussion on technological determinism.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 1 source, $ 26.95
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This paper reviews James Carey, Thomas Hughes and Brian Winston present respective articles. It explores their distinct approaches to the issue of technological determinism. It explains that while Carey emphasizes technological determinism, Hughes balances internalist and contextualist approaches and Winston argues for the most complex model of the three which emphasizes the critical role of cultural factors upon technological development. The paper argues, in comparing and contrasting the three approaches, that Winston's argument best explains anomalous examples in the history of technology that the other approaches could not easily explain.
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"James Carey, Thomas Hughes and Brian Winston present - in their respective articles - distinct approaches to the issue of technological determinism. In general, while Carey emphasizes technological determinism, Hughes balances internalist and contextualist approaches, and Winston argues for the most complex model of the three which emphasizes the critical role of cultural factors upon technological development. This essay will argue, in comparing and contrasting the three approaches, that Winston's argument best explains anomalous examples in the history of technology that the other approaches could not easily explain. James Carey, in "Time, Space and the Telegraph," examines the social impact of telegraph technology upon the economic and social structure of 19th century America. While Carey does not address the issue of ..."
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Hume as a Soft Determinist: The Reconciliation of Freewill and Determinism, 2002.
An overview of Davis Hume's views on freewill and determinism from his work "Of Liberty and Necessity".
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This paper is an analysis of the question of freewill and determinism as interpreted from the writings of David Hume. Specifically, this paper will present an overview and analysis of Hume's argument from "Of Liberty and Necessity", and it will be demonstrated that Hume is a 'soft determinist'. It will be argued that because 'necessity' (determinism) is a 'belief' that is conditioned in humans, and because certain patterns of behavior cross-culturally can be observed and understood as similar, that he is therefore a determinist to some extent.
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Free Will vs. Determinism, 2004.
An overview of the current thinking of free will versus determinism.
2,148 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 67.95
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The paper briefly discusses the history of this philosophical debate and then delves into the current ideas about free will vs. determinism, including chaos theory, fuzzy math, and neuro-genetic determinism.
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"The emerging combination of genetics and brain science (neurogenetics) offers the idea that behavior stems from our genetic makeup. This theory asserts that we are not the owners of a free will because we are constantly being pushed in the direction our genes have chosen for us. Neurogeneticists say that not only are our genes the answer to our problems but can also cure us of whatever we suffer from if thy can be manipulated or tuned on and off at will. According to them a man is homosexual because he has a gay brain and a woman may be depressed because she has the genes for depression. This kind of determinism locates the problem in the individual and becomes a ?blame the victim? society."
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Determinism and "Sliding Doors", 2005.
This paper defines the theory of determinism and examines how this theme is portrayed in Peter Howitt's movie, "Sliding Doors".
717 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 25.95
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Determinism is an integral theme in director Peter Howitt's movie, "Sliding Doors". This paper explains how, in the movie, a small, seemingly insignificant act makes profound changes in the life of the lead character, Helen. Nonetheless, as the movie progresses, it becomes clear that some fundamental aspects of Helen's life, which are told in parallel stories, remain the same, suggesting some role for determinism.
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"The movie, Sliding Doors, tackles the problem of determinism vs. free will head on. Sliding Doors examines two potential parallel life courses for a young British woman, Helen (Gwyneth Paltrow). Helen is fired from her PR job, and goes home in the middle of the day on an underground train. In one timeline, Helen catches the train, and finds her lover, Gerry (played by John Lynch) in bed with Lydia (Jeanne Tripplehorn). She leaves the apartment, goes to a pub, where she runs into James (John Hannah), a young man she had spoken to on the train on the way home. Helen makes some major changes in her life and career, and begins to fall in love with James."
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