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The Fate of the Universe, 2004.
This paper explores the fate of the universe.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 79.95
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This paper explores the fate of the universe. The writer looks back to the origins of the universe to see how it all started and what has been happening since then. In this article the writer explores some of the predictions for the future, the main one of which is that the universe will go on expanding forever.
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"Before one can speculate on the fate of the universe, one must first look back to how it began. The modern version of the 'Big Bang' theory is that a massive explosion created all the mass and energy in the universe and also the fabric of time-space, which inflated rapidly after the big bang but then slowed down and the universe cooled down. The temperature dropped within minutes and free-roaming quarks formed protons and neutrons, some of which coalesced into the nuclei of simple elements."
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How our understanding of the origin and the ultimate fate of the Universe depends on., 2002.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 44.95
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This is an essay on the discussion of "How our understanding of the origin and the ultimate fate of the Universe depends on the present value of the Hubble constant, the microwave background energy, the total amount of mass and energy in the Universe, and the value of the cosmological constant "A" (note: the symbol is capital alpha). 5 pgs, bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Fate in "Job" and "Oedipus Rex", 2005.
An analysis of the themes of fate and destiny as represented in the "Book of Job" and Sophocles' "Oedipus Rex".
1,244 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 0 sources, $ 42.95
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Classical literature is filled with stories of capricious deities playing with human lives as if they were only pawns and the Greek tradition of tragedy is based upon celebrating this very aspect of the nature of the pantheon of Greek gods. This paper examines how Sophocles finds a perfect example of this celebration of fate, in the tragedy "Oedipus Rex". In comparison, it looks at how the story of Job uses the dramatic tension of a "wager" between God and Satan on the sincerity of Job's devotion to God. It shows that where Oedipus' life is bound up by fated situations and their fated outcomes, Job's story is one of choice in the midst of supernaturally imposed difficulties. While both strive to teach resignation to the will of God, they each espouse quite different attitudes in resignation.
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"In Oedipus Rex, Sophocles presents a view of life fixed by fate. This fate, predetermined by the gods, is the sole factor in deciding human destiny. Tiresias expresses his understanding of the unchangeable fate of Oedipus, laid out by the gods, as he argues with the King about revealing the truth of all the Theban troubles. When Oedipus, frustrated by the lack of cooperation, insults Tiresias, he responds "I pity you, flinging at me the very insults / each man here will fling at you so soon."(p 628) An interesting and important aspect of this Greek notion of fate is the utter helplessness of the human players. No matter the choice made by the people involved in this tragedy, the gods have determined it and it is going to come to pass."
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Fate and Tragedy, 2000.
This paper examines the theme of fate throughout the works of Sophocles, Aristotle and Euripides.
1,000 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 3 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper tries to determine whether Greek tragedy supports or refutes the idea of fate through looking at the plays of Sophocles and Euripides, and the writings of Aristotle. The author examines how Aristotle is used to set up the question, and give an algorithm for finding the answer. By looking at Sophocles, it appears that fate is being fought, and by looking at Euripides, it looks like fate is upheld.
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"Throughout the course of time, many cultures have held the belief that events happen for a reason, and that peoples? lives are predestined. This concept is a controversial one, and there is no good way to prove that fate is actually a force that acts upon people. Some argue that life is what people make of it, others contend that it is impossible that life is completely random and something out there is controlling the outcome of all that humans do. When analyzing tragedy, it is difficult to determine whether or not fate plays a role."
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The Fate of the Bengal Tiger, 2005.
A look at whether poaching is a significant factor in the fate of the Bengal tiger.
1,798 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 57.95
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The paper describes computer simulations of four poaching scenarios. The simulation examines the fate of the Bengal tiger under each of these scenarios. The author surveys the potential problems for the survival of the tiger throughout India, focusing on the Khana N.P. reserve. In the paper, the author investigates the fate of the tigers in the Khana N.P. under the tiger conservation plan scheme, in which poaching is prohibited, and contrasts the findings with the fate of the same population under minimal to no protection at all.
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"The Indian, or the Bengal tiger (Panthera tigris), is one of the most magnificent predators that ever walked our earth. The Historical habitat of this subspecies that ranged throughout India (Damania et al, 2004) is now reduced to isolated patches that many of them contain no more than 30 individuals (Siedensticker et al, 1999), that occupy only 5% of the available habitat (Karanth, 2001). The overall population numbers is estimated at 3,600 individuals, which is only 5% of the population only 100 years ago (IUCN, 2000)."
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Fate in "Oedipus the King", 2005.
An analysis of the role of fate in "Oedipus the King" by Sophocles.
920 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper considers the role of fate in "Oedipus the King" by Sophocles and suggests that fate is ultimately a force that cannot be defeated. It looks at Sophocles' depiction of fate as an unalterable force in the lives of the characters of the play.
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"In Sophocles' play Oedipus The King the title character has been given a glimpse of the bleak future that Fate has in store for him. Oedipus refused to accept that this prophecy must become a reality and fought to ensure that he would not murder his father .."
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Race, Group Identity and Fate, 2002.
Discusses fate within a racial/cultural context, with reference to the ideas of Arthur Ashe and Theodore Reik.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, $ 35.95
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This paper uses the ideas of Arthur Ashe and Theodore Reik to dissect the idea of fate in a racial and cultural context. To what extent is one's fate determined by one's racial or cultural or religious membership? The paper concludes that fate is not wholly up to the individual, but that regardless of cultural or racial dynamics, the individual must struggle against barriers to his or her motives.
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"Man's Fate", 2006.
A review of the French writer, Andre Malraux's "La Condition Humaine" or "Man's Fate".
1,353 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 45.95
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This paper discusses how Malraux's experiences of the oppression and communist popularity affected him deeply and the 1927 revolution came to serve as an inspiration for his novel, "Man's Fate". It shows that Malraux did not focus on the revolution alone but tried to discuss other related issues as well. It highlights how the author wanted his readers to understand how these political forces worked and the impact they have on the human condition. The paper expands on the main theme of the book, focusing on the oppressive nature of Fate and man's repeated struggles to fight destiny and create some hope for himself. In conclusion, it show that "Man's Fate" is not one person's view on the episode but rather an impartial third person narrative.
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"However Communists were not to stay silent and shortly after the victory of nationalist party, the conflict between two factions gripped the nation. This civil war lasted a whole decade in which communist party was repeatedly suppressed with the help of United States that had reportedly invested $3 billion to strengthen nationalist party and stem the growth of communist elements in the region (Stoley: 117). Chiang tried to establish a nationalist government based on constitutional laws (Duiker 211) and wanted to incorporate the tradition principles of accountability, decency and moral uprightness (Duiker 214). However years of political instability and internal conflicts had left the social and political infrastructure in tatters."
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Fate in "Oedipus the King", 2002.
A discussion on the way Sophocles addressed the concept of fate in "Oedipus the King".
1,300 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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This paper includes examples and source references supporting most fate oriented topics in the text. It shows how Sophocles shed great light on the role of the gods and how the society interacted with its religion and each other. Because the audience already knew the story of Oedipus and his doomed fate, it allowed Sophocles to create irony, and to demonstrate the futility of resisting the Fates.
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"The Ancient Greeks, as with many societies always put great emphasis on the past and the future. Their religious ceremonies were to gain the favor of the gods, honor the past, and ask for a good future. The more extravagant the festival, the more honor to the god. The Greek people would want to carry the god?s favor for many reasons. The gods knew the future, the past, and the present and they embodied many important human characteristics such as jealousy, rage, and vengeance. The gods could protect them from famine, and just as easily expose them and their descendants to the worst things imaginable. No one quality exemplifies the power of the gods more than their control of one?s fate. They place a human on a linear line of life, and set them in the straightaway motion of living. This goes against a basic backbone of many other societies, the existence and practice of freewill. The Greek gods deprived its people of this and effectively made people the playthings of the gods. These powers vaulted the gods to a stature that could inspire fear, and also instill reverence for the ceremonies and festivals that were such a large part of Greek life and history."
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The meaning of fate in "The Illiad" and "The Odyssey", 2005.
This paper discusses if it was fate that pre-ordained the paths of Achilles and Odysseus or if their lives were self-determined.
1,215 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper analyzes the recurring theme of fate in "The Illiad" and "The Odyssey." The author examines the role of fate to determine whether Achilles and Odysseus, the main characters in Homer's "The Illiad" and "The Odyssey," were the victims of an omnipotent god or of their own poor choices. The writer concludes that both characters are presented with choices of right and wrong and if they would have chosen wisely, they could have saved themselves from the barbarity of fate.
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"Is fate preordained by an omnipotent god, or is fate created by the tragic flaws of man? For centuries, man has pondered this question, thus making fate a major theme of such great works of literature as Homer's epics, The Iliad and The Odyssey. By applying the question of fate to the various characters in these two epics, Homer makes clear that although fate is blamed on the gods, fate is actually created in its entirety by man's own hand."
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Destiny and Fate in "The Aeneid", 2006.
An analysis of the role of destiny and fate in Virgil's "The Aeneid".
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This paper discusses how destiny and fate are central in Virgil's epic poem, "The Aenid", and how the great power of fate truly did drive Aeneas to his goal of Rome. The paper explains tha, in the ancient world of "The Aeneid", following the will and course of the Fates was the one and only true way to live life to its fullest and that Aeneas embodies this ideal. The paper also looks at how, based on these ideals, Aeneas overcomes all who oppose him in order to build the great city of Rome, and finally fulfill his destiny.
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"However, the character of Turnus, Lavinia's suitor, proves to be the polar opposite of Aeneas when it comes to fulfilling one's destiny. Turnus knows that he is not destined for greatness, but rather to step aside for Aeneas, for the prophecy told King Latinus to "Seek not, my seed, in Latian bands to yoke Our fair Lavinia, nor the gods provoke. A foreign son upon thy shore descends, whose martial fame from pole to pole extends. His race, in arms and arts of peace renowned, not Latium shall contain, nor Europe bound: 'T is theirs whatever the sun surveys around," (Book VII). Determined to change the tides of his destiny, Turnus builds an army to defeat Aeneas, but all to no avail. Turnus fails even to burn their unattended ships, for destiny will not allow him to violate his fate and conquer the Trojan army, and as Dido was struck down after her attempt to overcome destiny, so also was Turnus, defeated in battle by Aeneas, after attempting to slay him, further illustrating that to go against your pre-ordained destiny is not only foolish, but often times fatal in The Aeneid."
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Romantic Fate and Death, 2005.
A character analysis, comparing the themes of romantic fate and death within the works of Nathaniel Hawthorne and Edgar Allen Poe.
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This paper analyzes the various stories and novels of Nathaniel Hawthorne and Edgar Allen Poe, with a focus on character development. The paper compares the themes of romantic fate and death within the short stories analyzes the characters to identify how death underlies these tales. The paper then analyzes the theme of romantic fate.
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"Character Analysis: Comparing the Themes of Romantic Fate and Death within the Works of Nathaniel Hawthorne and Edgar Allen Poe In this literary study, the theme of romantic fate and death in the short stories and novels of Nathaniel Hawthorne and Edgar Allen Poe will be examined. By analyzing the various theme of death that arise in Poe's "The Cask of the Amontillado" and Hawthorne's "The Birthmark", a character analysis will be brought forth to identify how death underlies these tales. Furthermore, the theme of romantic fate will be presented with a character analysis perspective in Poe's poem "Ligeia" and Hawthorne's "Rappaccini's Daughter" and The Scarlet Letter to define love that can never be consummated. In essence, these various literary forms project a character representation of romantic love and death, which abound within the works of Nathaniel Hawthorne and Edgar Allen Poe."
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Oedipus and Fate, 2008.
An examination of the struggle between fate and man's will in Socrates' story "Oedipus".
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This paper discusses the story of "Oedipus" and the struggle that the character Oedipus encountered between fate and his own will and determination. The paper shows how the more Oedipus tried to avoid his fate the more it became a reality. The paper also discusses the symbolic reasons that Oedipus blinded himself and the choices that he made in order to punish himself.
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"Oidipous's multiple identities integrated when he struck himself in the eyeballs with a pair of gold-wrought pins. He initiated his own blindness when faced with a dilemma--he couldn't look at his children in the present life and couldn't bear seeing his parents in the afterlife. In an attempt to escape the realities of grief and despair he could have killed himself but instead he chose blindness. This way he could stay alive, not have to see his children, and still evade seeing his parents in the afterlife. In lines 1322-1323 one might interpret that Oidipous experienced a significant milestone by inflicting his own blindness. "But the murderous hand that struck me was no one's but my own..." At this point he comes to the realization that God did not inflict this pain upon him--he struck his own eyes on his own accord. He demonstrates that he is able to confront his misfortunes and be a peace with God; therefore, the two conflicting axes are fate and man's will. Throughout the literature these two axes are directly related--constantly interchanging with one another."
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The Paradox of Character and Fate, 2005.
An analysis of the paradox of character and fate in Sophocles' "Oedipus the King", John Skot's "Everyman" and Calderon de la Barca's "Life is a Dream".
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The paper examines three noteworthy plays and points out how fate and especially human character are often paradoxical entities. It focuses on Sophocles' "Oedipus the King", John Skot's "Everyman" and Calderon de la Barca's "Life is a Dream". The paper emphasizes how the noble qualities of King Oedipus' character, when taken to excess, lead him to ruin. It also reviews how it is the virtue of Good Deeds, a "companion" forsaken by every man throughout his life, which paradoxically allows every man to find his salvation."
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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".
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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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