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?Fools Rush In? and ?Love Story?, 2002.
This paper compares the similar thematic background of the films ?Fools Rush In? (1997) and ?Love Story? (1970).
1,050 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 2 sources, $ 36.95
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This paper discusses that the romantic comedy ?Fools Rush In? and the drama ?Love Story? both present a society in which social differences can be overcome by love, part of the American Dream. The paper explains that ?Love Story? is a tragic story about the marriage of two young people, which also delves into the relationship each has with their father. The author feels that ?Fools Rush In? is not a very good film, too given to stereotypes to be more than a frilly comedy.
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"The couples in these two films are drawn quite differently, though in both cases the male has a family seen as too stiff and soulless to allow for change, while the female has a family that is earthy, real, and open to change. This is less evident in "Fools Rush In" given that the girl's family also opposes this marriage and sees one element of the American Dream to be being left to live in a social and cultural enclave with your own kind, which is not that different from the way the WASP parents view what they want. The American Dream in "Love Story" is too widely accepted to be one specific thing. It is also too easy to achieve, with differences between ethnic groups being minimal when all are at least White if not of the same religion or background."
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"Fools Rush In" and "Love Story", 2000.
An examination of the role and significance of the American Dream in two films depicting love and social differences.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 0 sources, $ 31.95
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"Introduction
The recent film Fools Rush In (1997) and the film Love Story (1970) are very different in terms of genre, with the newer film being a romantic comedy while the earlier one is a drama. The two films do share a thematic background that includes a society in which social differences can be overcome by love. Underlying this belief is a view of the power of the American Dream which allows people to cross social barriers, something seen as much more difficult in other societies. The idea of the American Dream is presented in different terms, and the 1970 film shows the dream to be one attained again and again by new waves of immigrants from different regions as they climb the ladder and succeed on their own terms. The image of the American Dream in Love Story, however, is also rather simplistic, as is its view of..."
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"True West" and "Fool For Love" by Sam Shepard, 1992.
An analysis of the two plays as expressions of the decay of the American dream including characters, plots and themes.
2,700 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 4 sources, $ 95.95
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"The Decay of the American Dream: A Study of Two Plays by Sam Shepard
Ever since America's forefathers came from European countries in order to forge a new way of life in the New World, even before America was formed, there has been the American Dream. The American Dream is a dream of power, a dream of control over one's own life; it is a dream of happiness carved out of the living off the land, living a life of family, of prosperity and of freedom. Settlers dreamed of a whole new continent where dreams could be forged and new lives made. But, inherent in the exploration of this vast land was also the freedom of the unknown, the great potential which can be likened to the potential of a small child. While still a child, not..."
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"Ship of Fools", 2002.
An analysis of Katherine Anne Porter's version of the story "Ship of Fools".
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper will discuss the book "Ship of Fools" by Katherine Porter, and seek to understand it main objectives in the way that it conveys meaning to the reader. By understanding this old story, in the format of a Texan point of view, we can see the author's native application to an old story coming through in the tale. The characters have different names, but ideas of travel are the no different in this version of the story.
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Kings and Fools, 2004.
A look at how England perceived its nobility through William Shakespeare's works "Henry IV" and "King Lear".
2,274 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 0 sources, MLA, $ 70.95
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This paper attempts to show how William Shakespeare perceived the contemporary monarchy as well as the monarchy of the past through a careful textural analysis of selected scenes in "Henry IV, Part I" and "King Lear". It looks at how both plays deal with the monarchy as central roles and, thus, are ideal for a study of Shakespeare?s insights on the ruling elite. It attempts to weave together both texts to show the Bard?s opinion on being ruled by a central authority figure.
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"The question of honor is time and time again brought up in the play. It is an odd question being that none of the main characters seems to be inclined any great deal with it. The prince is noble, but acts with a complete disregard of honor. Hotspur, while brave and vigilant in battle, is seen as fanatic and unyielding to authority, as well as self-absorbed. The king conspires against his own nobles and trusts few in turn. Of all the places to look for honor, it might serve best to look at the character of Falstaff. Falstaff is the last place one would think to look for a notion such as honor, but it is a fascinating read of his character. Consider that of all the characters, Falstaff alone is completely open and trusting with his character."
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"Leaders, Fools and Impostors" ( Kets De Vries ), 1999.
Summary and review of essays on deceptions in and psychodynamics of organizational leadership.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 1 source, $ 47.95
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"The purpose of this research is to examine Leaders, Fools, and Impostors: Essays on the Psychology of Leadership by Kets de Vries. The plan of the research will be to set forth in general terms the thesis of the book, and then to provide a summary of the ideas contained in each of the essays in the book, with a view toward evaluating whether it could be recommended for further research on the topic of leadership.
In this collection of essays, Kets de Vries takes a psychological approach to the study of leadership as a feature of the "psychodynamics of organizations" (xiv). It is not too much to say that the approach is a combination of psychobiography and psychohistory, for he provides numerous specific real-life examples of how leaders have failed the test of leadership owing to psychologically motivated actions, attitudes, and behaviors."
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The Gold Rush, 2004.
This paper looks at similarities between the California Gold Rush and the Gold Rush in South Africa.
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In this essay, the writer discusses the similarities between the California Gold Rush and the Gold Rush in South Africa. The paper focuses on the racial tensions that arose because of these Gold Rush periods in both countries.
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"The California gold rush began with the discovery of gold at Sutter's Mill on the American River in northern California. When word reached San Francisco, thousands from that city and other parts of California flocked to the region. Much of the early gold rush involved surface diggings and shallow streams and operated at a low technological level. The gold was gathered in a pan full of sand and grave land washed out with water leaving the heavier gold in the ... "
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Romantic Love in Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream', 2001.
This is an exploration of how romantic love can turn lovers into fools.
1,840 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 59.95
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This paper looks at Shakespeare's play "A Midsummer Night's Dream," as an example of how Cupid's arrow can make people defy convention and reason. Through an examination of the characters and their roles, the author supports the thesis that love causes a person to become irrational and can often cause them to lose touch with reality.
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"The fighting continues between the four. Helena gets more and more upset, particularly at Hermia, who was once her dearest, closest friend, and whom she now suspects is being cruel to her. Hermia herself is very confused, at both the fact that Lysander no longer wants anything to do with her, and the fact that Helena seems to not trust her. Once the argument ceases and the four go off into the forest, so Demetrius and Lysander can duke it out over Helena, Puck catches up to set things "right". Oberon's wish is that the original lovers Lysander and Hermia are reunited, and that Demetrius will stay in love with Helena, and she will believe his love to be true."
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The Fool in "King Lear", 2006.
Explores the role of the Fool in Shakespeare's tragic play, "King Lear".
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The Fool in William Shakespeare's "King Lear" is often mistaken as foolhardy, but everything he says has a deeper significance and greater truth. Since he is the court jester, the audience assumes that the Fool's main purpose is to entertain us. The paper shows that the Fool's dramatic function is not to humor us, but to tell King Lear the truth through his metaphoric rhymes and jests. The Fool is a representation of King Lear's psyche. The paper explains that when the Fool disappears after Act III, scene ii, what is left of King Lear's stable mentality quickly disintegrates. The relationship between King Lear is not one of master and servant. The Fool could be considered King Lear's subconscious; he has perceptions the King Lear does not. With his knowledge, the Fool tries to teach King Lear how to reason out the truth for himself.
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"The Fool states that King Lear was wise in a time when he did not need it as he doe now. King Lear was a wise King but when his wisdom was greatly needed he did not apply his knowledge. The Fool states that he is merely a Fool, but he would rather be a Fool than a befallen King. He strives to inform Lear of how adverse his situation is, but King Lear still does not fully comprehend the Fool's metaphors. Before King Lear decided to see his other daughter, Regan, the Fool warns King Lear that Regan's reception will be similar if not worse than Gonerils'."
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The California Gold Rush, 2002.
Examines the people and society of California during the time of its famous Gold Rush period.
1,275 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 10 sources, $ 48.95
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This paper examines the time surrounding the California gold rush. The gold rush made rich and powerful men out of those that were before merely ignorant and greedy. The gold rush fed the dreams of the masses and ushered in a new era of development in the west. Fortunes are being made today overnight but perhaps they will never be so accessible as they were at the time to of the gold rush when a man with no other idea than hope could make his fortune with a shovel and leather pouch.
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The Fool in "King Lear", 2002.
A discussion of the function and effectiveness of the character of the fool in William Shakespeare?s ?King Lear?.
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The paper examines how "King Lear" is an epic tragedy, which has been passed down through generations as a masterpiece. It looks at how the mastery does not lay in the character of the work?s anti-hero, but in the lowliest servant in the kingdom, the King?s fool. It evaluates how because the tragedy is so thick, the fool is needed to provide the leverage the audience needs in order to still obtain a lesson. It analyzes how the fool never ceases to be obvious and blunt with the King and how he is the only one who can do this without being offensive.
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"When discussing how well The Fool aided the King in both the realization and potential correction of his mistakes, we must see the final product of his work throughout the play, which is solely the task of opening his master?s eyes in hopes of changing his behavior. Of course, how much could Lear have rerouted his inheritance through a more sensible direction, such as giving his land all to the daughter who loved him most, Cordelia, so as not to break up the kingdom, once the initial damage was done? This would have been nearly impossible to wholly correct, and is what makes the play a sure tragedy. It can be seen how effective The Fool was by his final sightings in Act III, scenes ii, iv, and vii, because as the play proceeds, more and more of his character, and Lear?s character are shown, it is just like getting to know a friend, who at first may seem like a simple person to figure out, but who in reality has several layers of depth."
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The Character of the Fool in "King Lear", 2002.
A look at the contribution the character of the Fool makes in Shakespeare's play in terms of his influence over plot and other characters.
1,915 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 61.95
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This paper looks briefly at the background of a fool/court jester in history and gives a brief history of King Lear. It looks closely at the Fool's character and his interactions with the other characters of the play, especially his relationship with Lear. The paper discusses the fool's function of comic relief, his function as the teller of Truth, and as Lear's conscience and reason.
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"The Fool in King Lear is often a misunderstood presence. In the late seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, shortened versions of the play omitted the character altogether. In Elizabethan times, the role of a fool, or court jester, was to professionally entertain others, specifically the king. Many of the fool's quips and riddles were made at the expense of the king, and this is depicted in King Lear. In Act 1, Scene 4 Goneril refers to the Fool as "?all-licensed fool?"(1.4.191), highlighting the fact that because fools hold a special license they are allowed to say things to their superiors that anybody else would be punished for. When the Fool tells Lear what he thinks of him, Lear threatens him with the whip if he goes too far: The Fool in King Lear is often a misunderstood presence. In the late seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, shortened versions of the play omitted the character altogether. In Elizabethan times, the role of a fool, or court jester, was to professionally entertain others, specifically the king. Many of the fool's quips and riddles were made at the expense of the king, and this is depicted in King Lear. In Act 1, Scene 4 Goneril refers to the Fool as "?all-licensed fool?"(1.4.191), highlighting the fact that because fools hold a special license they are allowed to say things to their superiors that anybody else would be punished for. When the Fool tells Lear what he thinks of him, Lear threatens him with the whip if he goes too far."
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The Fool in "King Lear", 2006.
Examines the contribution of the Fool in William Shakespeare's play, "King Lear".
1,882 words (approx. 7.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 60.95
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The parallel stories of Lear's and Gloucester's sufferings at the hands of their own children reflect anxieties that would have been close to home for Shakespeare's audience. This paper explains that many of William Shakespeare's plays feature a clown of some sort, and "King Lear" arguably has two such clowns: the Fool himself and Edgar in his later disguise as Tom O'Bedlam. This essay focuses on the character of the Fool in the play, and how he can be compared to Cordelia. The author of the paper considers the contribution he makes to the play and his importance to the play as a whole in terms of the influence he has over events and other characters. The paper concludes that "King Lear" would not be the same without the character of Fool.
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"The word 'pined' again makes the Fool sound like a dog or puppy and suggests that there is some sort of connection between Cordelia and the Fool. They are linked in the text emotionally not only because the Fool is clearly upset when Cordelia is banished, but also because they are closest to Lear and loved most by him. It is noticeable that Cordelia and the Fool do not appear on stage at the same time at any point in the play."
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The California Gold Rush and the Environment, 2008.
This paper explores the environmental impact of the California Gold Rush.
1,190 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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The paper reveals that the Gold Rush was a dark moment in the environmental history of the American West. The paper describes how the Gold Rush resulted in significant ecosystem destruction through deforestation, sedimentation, hydraulic mining and mercury pollution. The paper looks closely at the historical facts of the Gold Rush that indicate how the environment was severely damaged by the mining operations.
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"The history of the California Gold Rush is well-documented. What is less clear is the historical study of the lasting environmental impacts that the Gold Rush had on the California region. To be sure, the environmental impact of the Gold Rush would have been severe, if only taken in the context of the incredible demographic changes that took place in the early to mid nineteenth century. With that many people uprooting from eastern locales and making the trek west to make their fortune at the edge of the American frontier, the environment would have been hard-pressed to absorb the shock of that much more stress on the local ecosystems. However, even a cursory examination of contemporary historical work on the subject reveals that the environmental destruction was even more significant than that. The California Gold Rush, it would seem, resulted in a powerfully terrible environmental legacy for the state."
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The California Gold Rush, 2005.
A review of the history and long-term impact of the Californian Gold Rush on the region.
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This paper explores the impact of the Californian Gold Rush on the history of the state of California. This paper discusses the events leading up to this event, the history of the event and how the Gold Rush totally transformed the face of California.
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"The California Gold Rush was one of the single most important events in the history of that state. It quite literally changed the face of the region, not only physically and environmentally but also demographically and politically. For the Californians who had settled there before the Gold Rush, the events of the mid to late nineteenth century would utterly transform their world. The newcomers who arrived in search of their fortunes consumed and forever changed the fate of that state to be. Had gold never been discovered in California, modern California would be entirely unrecognizable to our modern eyes. The Gold Rush began in California in 1848 when James Marshall, a sawmill operator about forty-five miles northeast of Sacramento, came across what he thought might be gold."
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