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Forest Fires in Eastern North America, 1993.
Causes, effects & special characteristics of fires (intensity, size, frequency, types of trees) in east.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 10 sources, $ 63.95
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" Forest Fires: Their Effect on the Forests of Eastern North America
The forests of eastern North America exhibit considerable variation in both their composition and their response to natural fire. As one progresses from north to south, these forests range from boreal and mixed conifer.hardwood to deciduous. Throughout this range, forest fire can have a number of different effects. Fire is a natural force which is actually required by the many dynamic processes of forest regeneration (Ripper, 1989, p. 36). Forest fire purges mature forests of various pests (Brosnahan, 1990, p. 69). For example, smoke kills the Tussock moth and spruce bud worm (Ripper, 1989, p. 36). Fire also converts tree needles and other forest floor debris into nutrient.rich beds. These areas promote the growth of seedlings. Finally, many plant species actually incorporate periodic.."
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Forest Fires and Weather, 2005.
An analysis of the chain of events from a forest fire that effect the temperature and the weather.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 6 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper discusses the relationship between forest fires and weather. The paper argues that forest fires result in higher temperatures, higher temperatures in turn result in higher evaporation rates and higher evaporation rates result in more precipitation. It argues that due to this chain of events, we can see the relationship between forest fires and the weather.
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"Forest Fires and Weather The connections between weather conditions and forest fires are quite well known. For example, in Weatherwise Malcolm Geast says, The high temperatures combined with low rainfall amounts to exacerbate an already -bad forest fire situation across most of the west (Geast 71). What Geast is saying is that weather conditions are an important precondition for forest fires. Fire fires don't occur when it is cold and wet, they happen when it is hot and dry. Not only are weather conditions a precondition for forest fires but they also trigger them in many cases."
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"Don't Fire Them, Fire Them Up" - A Review, 2007.
This paper discusses the book "Don't Fire Them, Fire Them Up" By Frank Pacetta.
962 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 34.95
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This paper reviews Frank Pacetta's book "Don't Fire Them, Fire Them Up," with an emphasis on the leadership and management principles that are presented. The review describes how Pacetta would "fire up" his employees and create a thriving and healthy organization. The paper reviews Pacetta's work positively, describing it to be both helpful and inspiring.
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"The leadership philosophies Mr. Pacetta writes about throughout his book are principles that most leaders learn during points in their careers. He even points out several of these common principles in the Introduction of his book. These principles include building trust, creating loyalty, and generating enthusiasm, excitement, and teamwork (Pacetta 14). Along with these, he also has a crowd of other ideas that all combine to create a vibrant leader who takes pleasure in leading. That is possibly one of Pacetta's truest lessons he teaches in this book. Leaders should enjoy the tests of leading, both the good and the bad. The author is not afraid to talk about his disappointments in Cleveland along with his accomplishments, because he considers risk taking an integral part of good management. He also is an admirer of mentors, aware that few people can climb the corporate ladder without help along the way. He writes, "Mentors are absolutely essential. Find one. Find a dozen. Use them as role models and sounding boards. No matter how talented you are, it is essential to have backup, support, and a second opinion" (Pacetta 42). Pacetta can ask for help and advice, and so should any great leader."
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"Don't Fire Them, Fire Them Up", 2006.
This paper serves as a book review of the "Don't Fire Them, Fire Them Up: Motivate Yourself and Your Team" by Frank Pacetta.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 1 source, $ 26.95
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In this article, the writer discusses leadership principles through a review of Frank Pacetta's book 'Don't Fire Them, Fire Them Up: Motivate Yourself and Your Team'. The writer examines Pacetta's presentation of leadership principles for both business and military organizations. Further, the writer points out that Pacetta maintains that ultimately, the proper application of psychology is vital for success in the workplace, for the primary motivational tools all rely upon psychology for effectiveness.
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"In his book, 'Don't Fire Them, Fire Them Up: Motivate Yourself and Your Team', Frank Pacetta presents a unique demonstration of leadership principles that can be used in both a military and non-military environment. As he identifies leadership principles, Pacetta emphasizes that motivation is one of the most vital aspects of leadership and critical to success in both business and military organizations."
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"Don't Fire Them, Fire Them Up", 2006.
This paper introduces, discusses and analyzes the book "Don't Fire Them, Fire Them Up" by Frank Pacetta.
1,019 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 36.95
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In this article, the writer identifies leadership principles and describes their applicability in either a military and non-military situation. The writer compares the principles of management and leadership exhibited by Mr. Pacetta with those principles of leadership found in or demonstrated in their work environment. The writer claims that Pacetta's book is a glimpse into the successful turnaround of a struggling Xerox sales office in Cleveland Ohio in the 1990s. Further, the writer discusses how the author uses several basic principles of management and leadership along with his own unique additions to "fire up" his employees and create a successful organization.
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"Leadership is about winning, but it is also about using common sense to win, and Pacetta offers many bulleted checklists and questions that give managers quick, timely advice. He even offers a concise explanation of every chapter, complete with bullets, at the back of the book for someone who needs quick advice and does not have time to sit down the entire book at once. As the reader moves through the book, they begin to have a greater understanding of Pacetta's methods, why they worked, and how to apply them to their own business (or even personal) situations. The book reads somewhat like a sports team's "rah-rah" message before they head out to the playing field, and partly like a military manual. Pacetta uses this voice effectively to appeal to a wide audience of managers who tend to be male and tend to relate to these types of messages because they are familiar with them at home and in the workplace."
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Eastern and Middle Eastern Religions, 2007.
This paper discusses the Eastern and Middle Eastern religions of Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam and Sikhism
1,890 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 60.95
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This paper explains that Buddhism is a somewhat unique religion in that it does not personify the concept of god but rather the Buddha, who is a normal human having come to enlightenment and salvation through suffering; however, Hinduism is far more focused on divinity and messages from a spiritual realm beyond the understanding of humanity. The author points out that Islam, which is considered one of the three Abrahamic, monotheistic faiths, the other two being Judaism and Christianity, uses Allah (God), who is eternal, transcended and part of humanity in his compassion and mercy. The paper relates that Sikhism, which shares with Islam the paradigm of a single god, operates on the principle that all human beings are equal and should not be distinguished by parameters such as social class and royalty.
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Buddhism
Hinduism
Islam
Sikhism
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"In terms of salvation, Sikhism is close to Hinduism in its belief of the cycle of birth, life, death and rebirth. According to Sikhism, there is a progressive journey of the soul from the lowest orders of life, such as plants and animals, to the highest order of physical existence, being human. While several rebirths at this level of existence is possible, having reached human life means that the journey is close to completion. The soul reaches God at the point of physical death, where it is judged in order to determine whether more rebirth is required."
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Igniting Fires: A Growing Problem, 2002.
An overview of the causes and impact of forest fires.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper looks at the loss of forests that are lost around the world every year due to fires. Statistics from around the world are brought into the discussion as well as some of the reasons why this is occurring according to researchers.
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Fire Management, 2002.
Discusses the workings of forest fire management systems and urban fire departments
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 10 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper examines the similarities and differences between forest fire management systems and urban fire departments such as the Toronto Fire Department. Urban fire departments 'fight' fires whereas forest fires require management and occasionally even controlled burns.
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Prescribed Fires.
This paper discusses the use of prescribed fires to help control the ecosystem.
1,160 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 39.95
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This paper explains prescribed fires are relatively small brush fires, carefully planned and executed, which help the ecosystem by recycling nutrients from old wood and leaves, by controlling insect populations and by preparing the soil for new trees and grasses. The author points out that prescribed fires are not always beneficial because, when conditions are wrong, prescribed fire can severely damage the very resource it was intended to benefit. The paper relates that resource managers have learned to manipulate fire-caused changes in plant and animal communities to meet their needs and those of humankind, while at the same time preserving underlying natural processes and functions.
Table of Contents
Introduction
How it Works
Pros and Cons
Using Small Fires to Prevent Big Fires
The Slash and Burn Method
Concerns
Conclusion
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"Older areas of timber or brush often have significantly more bare ground beneath the older trees because of the increased competition for both water and nutrients. This bare ground is subject to erosion during heavy rains or rapid snow melting, resulting in a loss of soil from the area and increased loadings of sediment in downstream areas. As with wildlife habitat, fire can be utilized to create openings and reduce the density of these older, decadent areas, allowing grasses and shrubs to move back in. The increase in grasses and shrubs can help hold both water and soils in place, reducing the overland flow of water, the loss of soil, and the sedimentation of streams."
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Fires In Entertainment Facilities, 2002.
Surveys several large fires.
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Surveys several large fires. Resulting loss of life and social, economic and political impact each had on society. The Cocoanut Grove Lounge fire in Boston, Massachusetts.; The Beverly Hills Supper Club fire in Southgate, Kentucky; the Happy Land Fire in the Bronx, New York. Causes of the fires. Damage. Fire prevention.
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"Entertainment Facility Fires
On December 5, 1876, a major fire occurred in the Brooklyn Theater in New York when a stage backdrop ignited and 295 people were killed (Robertson, 1989, p. 8). Unfortunately, the tragedy of the Brooklyn Theater fire was followed by a fire in the Iroquois Theater in 1903, which was considered Chicago's safest theater at the time. A light set a curtain on fire and because there was insufficient planning for egress in case of a fire, human logjams and inadequate venting caused the death of 603 people. The Iroquois Theater fire, however, did provide substantial impetus to the fire prevention movement, especially in the field of public assembly occupancies (Robertson, 1989, p. 8). This paper surveys several fires that have occurred in public assembly occupancies since these earlier fires to review the social, economic and ..."
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Fires in Public Places, 2002.
A survey of several fires that have occurred in public places.
4,203 words (approx. 16.8 pages), 15 sources, MLA, $ 112.95
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This paper looks at the incidences of fires that have occurred in public places and reviews the social, economic and political impact each has had on our society. In particular, the paper surveys those fires that have caused significant loss of life, namely the Cocoanut Grove Lounge fire in Boston, Massachusetts, the Beverly Hills Supper Club fire in Southgate, Kentucky, and the Happy Land Fire in Bronx, New York. It examines their impact on social and governmental action details and the advancement of our knowledge of fire prevention and safety which often comes at the cost of great loss of life through these fire tragedies.
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"The Supper Club fire also has a significant impact on the way personal injury claims are litigated for injuries to large numbers of people while in a place of assembly. While attorney Stan Chesley's approach to the case has been criticized for years, there is little doubt that it changed the way major lawsuits are litigated in America (Fisher, 1997a). Chesley became involved after a man who was injured in the blaze came to him for help. However, instead of lining up behind the hundreds of other personal injury lawyers hoping for a small piece of a settlement, Chesley filed the first lawsuit in the case and promptly tried to consolidate the case with the other plaintiffs. Chesley's theory was to share the costs and the risks with the other plaintiffs in the hope that together they could win a much bigger settlement (Horn, 1999)."
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Wild Land Fires, 2002.
A discussion of the mechanisms for coping with wild land fires in the U.S.
1,285 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 43.95
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This paper presents a detailed examination of wild land fires. Means of managing the fires, including controlled burns, the use of technology for pattern prediction and the development of protective gear are outlined.
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"Americans have spent the last few months watching wild land fires burn out of control in several states. Arizona, California and Colorado have all been ravaged with devastating and extremely expensive fires that went out of control and destroyed homes, property and wildlife. While firefighters from across the nation rushed to aid the local firefighters in those areas, the public watched the coverage unfold on television news channels. Wild land fires can be devastating for many reasons. They not only cause financial devastation and property destruction but they interfere with the ecological process by destroying wildlife and plant life. This paper attempts to explore wild land fires and the steps that are being taken to lessen their damaging impact by getting them contained more quickly."
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Fires of Jubilee: Nat Turner's Fierce Rebellion, 2001.
This paper discusses Stephen Oats' book "Fires of Jubilee: Nat Turner's Fierce Rebellion".
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This paper takes a look at a slave uprising as documented in Stephen Oat's book Fires of Jubilee: Nat Turner?s Fierce Rebellion. It analyzes the main character of the book, Nat Turner and how his seemingly small scale revolution set the wheels in motion for the eventual abolishment of slavery.
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"Stephen Oates, in his book Fires of Jubilee: Nat Turner?s Fierce Rebellion, crafts a compelling story. The story of this slave rebellion is indeed so compelling a one that it would be hard to imagine a telling of it that was not fascinating. But in the end Oates, despite his credentials, does a disservice both to Turner and to the larger forces at work in the decades before the Civil War. In order to assess Oates?s treatment of Turner, it would be useful to examine what is generally known and agreed to about Turner. He was born on a plantation in Southampton County, Virginia, in 1800 and was from a very early age a popular religious leader among his fellow slaves. In part due no doubt to whatever had motivated him to become interested in preaching and in part because he was so popular with other slaves who came to listen to him talk about God, Turner became convinced that he had been chosen by God to lead his people to freedom."
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"The Fires of Jubilee: Nat Turner's Fierce Rebellion," by Stephen B. Oates, 2002.
A review of the book "The Fires of Jubilee: Nat Turner's Fierce Rebellion," by Stephen B. Oates that sets the stage for the slave rebellion that shook Southampton County in Virginia on August 22, 1831.
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This paper discusses the book "The Fires of Jubilee: Nat Turner's Fierce Rebellion," by Stephen B. Oates, a tale of what it was to be a slave in the South in the 1800s, and how it drove some blacks to violence and hatred. It analyzes the historical value of the book which is part novel and part biography and looks at the qualities of the main character Nat which make him a leader.
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"From the opening paragraph, historian and biographer Stephen B. Oates sets the stage for the slave rebellion that would shake Southampton County in Virginia on August 22, 1831. The author shows in graphic detail the abject poverty of the slaves, the cruelty of their owners, and the utter hopelessness of the slaves' situation, from the "pungent" outhouses, to the ramshackle houses of the poor. He is carefully setting the stage to introduce the main character of the book, Nat Turner, famous for fathering a slave rebellion, and for the "justice" meted out after he was caught. The early portion of the book lays the foundation for the rebellion, by explaining how oppressed the blacks were, and how they felt they had no other option than to take the law into their own hands, and revolt. Oates succeeds in laying this foundation well ? making us understand the desperation and disgust that led to these rash measures."
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"Fires in the Mirror", 2005.
This paper analyzes a television movie "Fires in the Mirror", written by Anne Deavere Smith and directed by George C. Wolfe, about the tension between the Black and the Hasidic communities in Crown Heights.
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This paper explains that, in the television movie "Fires in the Mirror", both the Black and Hasidic communities express anger, sadness and hurt because they misunderstand each other. The author points out that the film focuses on the perceptions they have of each other following an auto accident killing one child and injuring another, which involved a member of the Hasidic group, and the subsequent stabbing of a Hasidic rabbinical student, which involved a member of the Black group. The paper relates that the film expounds that the Hasidic community does not want to integrate and work things out with the Black community because their religious doctrine stresses separation from the general community.
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"The stabbing which occurred after the car accident left the Hasidic community upset as much by the incident, but maybe more by the perceived insensitivities by the greater community. The mayor arrived at the hospital to offer condolences to the family of the slain child, but when he inquired as to the condition of Jewish stabbing victim, was told that he was in serious, but stable condition. The surrounding individuals could see something was not well with the Hasidic male, whom later died, according to the Jewish community as gross mismanagement."
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