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"Systems Of Survival" ( Jane Jacobs ), 1995.
A critical review of this work using Platonic dialogue to explore the morality of business and politics.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 1 source, $ 47.95
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"Jane Jacobs. in Systems of Survival: A Dialogue on the Moral Foundations of Commerce and Politics, uses the approach and method of the Platonic dialogue to describe and differentiate between the morality (or amorality) of the worlds of business and politics. She writes that
I have not invented the two moral and value systems I shall expound. The human race has accomplished that feat during millennia of experience with trading and producing [commerce], on the one hand, and with organizing and managing territories [politics], on the other hand. I have merely . . . analyzed the probable origins and . . . reasons for it, and identified . . . functional and moral quagmires into which organizations . . . sink when they confuse their own . . . moral ..."
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"Harriet Jacobs", 2002.
This paper introduces, discusses and analyzes the book " Harriet Jacobs' Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl" by Harriet Jacobs.
2,015 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 63.95
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This paper focuses on the way that Jacobs combines apologies, instructions and narratives. It discusses how Harriet Jacob's slave narrative is often addressed directly to the reader, appealing to them, apologizing to them and trusting them to read her experiences and share her outrage. Her unique style draws the reader into the narrative, making them feel almost as if they were experiencing the indignation she experienced as a southern slave before the Civil War. The writer explains that today, it is difficult to believe people had to live in these kinds of situations, and yet they did, and it is one of the periods in history that shame and diminish America.
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"Harriet Jacobs, or Linda Brent, was born a slave, and she opens her book with this simple statement, "I was born and reared in Slavery; and I remained in a Slave State twenty-seven years" (Jacobs 459). When she set about to write her experiences as a slave, she used a unique style which spoke to the reader throughout the narrative, as if she was sitting and speaking with whoever was reading her book. Sometimes she apologizes to the reader for what she is about to relate, sometimes she rages at the reader for allowing slavery to continue, and sometimes she simply states what her life was like as a being owned by another. In fact, she opens her narrative with an apology to the reader. "I wish I were more competent to the task I have undertaken. But I trust my readers will excuse deficiencies in consideration of circumstances" (Jacobs 459). Her personal story is sometimes difficult to read because of the cruelties and inhumanity shown to the slaves, however, it cannot help but stir emotion in the reader, and her very personal comments directed at the reader add pathos and drama to her writing."
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Harriet Ann Jacobs and Genji, 2002.
A comparison of the characters Harriet Ann Jacobs in the autobiography "Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl", and Genji in "The Tale of Genji" by Murasaki Shikibu.
1,376 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 46.95
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In comparing Harriet Ann Jacobs in "Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl", and Genji in "The Tale of Genji" (Murasaki Shikibu), the paper shows the two could not have led more different lives when looked at on the surface, but when they are examined more closely there are similarities. The paper describes how Jacobs grew up as a slave girl and Genji in a royal court and their lives were different on a day to day basi, but both characters shared two important similarities - the love of family and friends and the the tragic loss of their mothers at a young and vulnerable age.
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"As for Genji, growing up in the Emperor's royal court in Japan, he was also much loved by family and friends. He did not have the hardships that Jacobs had with her bondage to the white man, but Genji did have his own problems. He had many interests in different women, but was rejected. Through it all he kept a light heart and did not fall into despair, much like Jacobs did not despair over her troubles, either. Genji has his mother to show him what love of family was all about, but when she died, he was fortunate to have his father there to continue her tradition. Many would think that the Emperor would be a gruff man who was busy with business affairs and didn't have time for his children, but that couldn't be farther from the truth. He loved Genji very much, and he spent enough time with him for that to be truly realized in Genji's heart instead of just being some vague notion inside his head."
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Jacobs and Douglass, 2007.
A comparison of the literary works of two former slaves, Harriet Jacobs and Fredrick Douglass.
1,414 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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The paper compares and contrasts the experiences of Harriet Jacobs and Fredrick Douglass. The writer explores the differences between the treatment of male and female slaves using the texts written by the two former slaves as a guide. The paper discusses how, while Jacobs and Douglass started out as slaves, they worked hard to escape and then used their abilities to help others who had been enslaved. The paper shows how, instead of turning bitter and inward, they both penned their experiences to help the world understand the true ramifications of slavery.
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Introduction
Harriet
Frederick Douglass
The Differences and Similarities
Conclusion
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"The days of slavery in America left a permanent black mark on the nation's character that can never be fully erased, however, by working to understand what African Americans were forced to endure at the hands of their masters and society during that era Americans be sure to never let the desire for slavery enter the picture again. Two well known former slaves have placed their experiences in writing so that readers can understand with a first hand account what the humans called slaves had to face every day during their childhood and adult years at the hands of those who "owned" them. If the two experiences are placed side by side it becomes evident that there are many similarities that apply to all slave treatment but there are also differences that must be attributed to the gender differences."
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Harriet Jacobs and Frederick Douglass, 2002.
A comparative analysis of the lives of the famous slaves Harriet Jacobs and Frederick Douglass.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper compares and contrasts the experiences during and after slavery of Harriet Jacobs and Frederick Douglass. It examines their personal accounts, how each confronted their position in society in relation to their ability, and how each was and is perceived by others.
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Phyllis Wheatley and Harriet Jacobs, 2006.
A look at where Phyllis Wheatley and Harriet Jacobs agreed and differed on the issue of slavery.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 35.95
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Slavery in America created a legacy that has been both troubling and poignant. For instance many of the tensions which exist between African-Americans and White Americans today are the result of this legacy.. At the same time there were individual acts of heroism by slaves and by their sympathizers which have been fortunately captured for posterity. For having the ability to endure in a world that was not entirely congenial to them, both Phyllis Wheatley and Harriet Jacobs deserve enormous respect. This paper discusses the important similarities and differences between these two historical African-American figures.
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"Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl" by Linda Brent (Harriet Jacobs), 2002.
This paper discusses Linda Brent (Harriet Jacobs) style of writing in "Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl".
1,480 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 48.95
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This paper relates how Linda Brent in "Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl" draws in the reader through her own words and experiences of the pains she suffered through her life in the South. The author feel that the writer puts her own emotive attitude into the text to give the words meaning and a passion that only comes from the soul. The author points out that Jacobs begins with a brief apology to the reader, not for her words or her style, but for their own minds thinking that her work may be a fictional piece of writing.
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"Jacobs' words have had an effect upon me. If by understanding the true account of one slave girl, we can understand the true meaning of slavery. What happened to the slaves in the Deep South was not just a matter of white supremacy but white hatred. This story can be seen to be in its rawest sense an emotional work. If it were written by anyone but an ex slave, it would not have the same effect, the words come from the heart and not from the mind."
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Jacobs, Rowson and the Sexual Exploitation of Women, 2002.
Discusses the sexual exploitation of women in Harriet Jacobs' "Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl" and Susanna Rowson's "Charlotte Temple".
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 44.95
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Harriet Jacobs' narrative in "Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl" and Susanna Rowson's "Charlotte Temple" both reveal, in very different ways, how patriarchy sets the foundation for the sexual exploitation of women. In essence, both works reveal how the social construction of sexual values is perpetrated by men to the disadvantage of women.
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Lee Jacobs' Article: "John Kenneth Galbraith: The Position of Poverty", 2008.
This paper analyzes governmental influences on case poverty and insular poverty in Southeast Asia based on the article "John Kenneth Galbraith: The Position of Poverty" by Lee Jacobs.
940 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 33.95
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This study critically analyzes the idea of case poverty and insular ioverty in the article "John Kenneth Galbraith: The Position of Poverty" by Lee Jacobs. The paper explains that, by understanding the different types of poverty that keep many in the lower echelons of society, Galbraith positions that case poverty is a real concept in determining those that cannot function effectively within society. The paper further suggest that, by critical evaluating this concept, one can argue that Galbraith shows a great deal of insight into poverty, and what factors keep members of a population in the lower classes through government intervention. The paper then applies this concept to the poor in Southeast Asian countries.
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"These ironic features that are contained within economic barren areas reflect the way that governmental development influences what is to be deemed insular poverty. For instance, if a country like Cambodia has resources in rice, a lack of government development could make Cambodia behave within Galbraith's definition of insular poverty without geographical isolation. ...
"This factor further helps develop the terms of poverty that are imposed upon people, through the so-called insular factors of poverty."
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Douglass, Jacobs and Christian Ideas, 2002.
An analysis of Douglass and Jacobs' views on religion.
1,775 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 2 sources, $ 66.95
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This paper discusses the narratives of Douglass and Jacobs mention God in an intense spirituality. They both follow the tradition of the slave narrative by emphasizing traditional Christian ideas. As well, by allying themselves with segments of white society, both writers end up sharing some of the dominant white society's ideals.
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Harriet Jacobs' "Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl"., 2002.
A review of the book, "Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl", by Harriet Jacobs.
2,100 words (approx. 8.4 pages), 0 sources, $ 65.95
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This paper reviews and summarizes the book, "Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl". It looks at the various degrees of treatment of slaves, raised in the book and establishes the stance that slavery was a prevalent practice throughout America before its abolishment, existing in varying degrees of freedom, from slave, through free-colored individual, to white American.
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"In her book, Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl, Harriet Jacobs relates to the readers her experiences as a slave girl in the Southern part of America. Her story started from her sheltered life as a child to her subordination to her mistress upon her father's death, and her continuing struggle to live a dignified and virtuous life despite being a slave. Her struggle involves her constant degradation from her master; the danger of being sexually exploited by her mistress' husband, Dr Flint; her broken relationship with a free colored man; her pregnancy to a man named Mr Sands; and her fight for her and her children's freedom from slavery. All of these experiences helped Linda learn to fight justly for her right to become a free individual, but most of all, to be subordinated to Dr Flint, the man who wanted so bad to exploit her, yet, was not able to because of Linda's vigilance and determination not to be forever bounded by the rule of slavery, that is, that she, her children, and her descendants will forever be the slaves of the Flint family."
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City Planning, 2006.
A discussion and analysis of Jane Jacobs' theories on city planning.
1,079 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 37.95
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This paper highlights the main theories in Jane Jacobs' book on city planning, "The Death and Life of Great American Cities". The paper presents an overview of Jacobs theories, explaining the core arguments underlying her theories and her effective use of examples that support those theories.
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"The explicit value preached by Jane Jacobs is diversity in functionality. However, Jacobs claims that the designers and planners of cities do not "live in an ideological vacuum" (Jacobs, 24). If this is true, then her attack on the basic principles of the orthodox city planning methods of her time must also be in part an attack on the basic principles of the society that supported such methods. When she condemns the Decentrists for dismissing the city as a "foreground for noise . . . souvenirs, and shrill competitive advertising," the product of "self-centered, ill-advised individuals,"(21) she is, whether she realizes it or not, taking issue with their politics. Competition, advertising, self-centeredness, and individuality are all associated with capitalism, and, as cities are products of business and industry, the very core of capitalist philosophy, to want to truly understand and strengthen the city is to do the same for capitalism."
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Harriet Jacobs' "Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl", 2006.
Summarizes and discusses the slave narrative by Harriet Jacob, "Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl".
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 0 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper reports on several chapters from the book "Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl" by Harriet Jacobs, telling of her life as a slave to Dr. Flint, who wants her body and soul but whom she hates more and more as time passes. The paper explains how the book shows the nature of slave life, especially for women, and the inability of the slave to have any control over her own life.
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"Harriet Jacobs in her book Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl states that she was born a slave and had a happy childhood until she learned that she was a slave at six years of age. Her father was a carpenter allowed to work at his trade, and though he wanted to purchase his children, he was never able to do so. She had a younger brother. She discusses the travails of members of her family and notes how all were treated as property and little more by their masters."
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Harriet Jacobs's "Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl", 2004.
A look at "Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl" and the contradictions it highlights regarding slavery and racial identity in the antebellum South.
1,827 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 58.95
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This paper analyzes the slave narrative, "Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl", by Harriet Jacobs, and discusses the contradiction Jacobs illuminates concerning America's values of freedom and the institution of slavery in a supposedly free society.
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"In doing so, Jacobs made a dual claim. On one hand, by making slavery against the liberty of American values, she suggests that America is basically a free nation, and slavery exists in contradiction to its basic values. However, by telling her own tale, she suggests her own uniqueness and alienation from supposedly ordinary American society. Jacob's own complex racial identity, which allowed her to pass for white at times, and yet also resulted in an enforced sexual relationship with one of her 'owners' Dr. Flint not only makes for a compelling tale-it forces and forced readers to acknowledge the constructed nature of 'blackness' and 'whiteness' as identities, rather than as mere shades of skin. Jacobs was, because of her appearance, able to perform both, and because of her identity as a female was able to give birth to a child apparently white, yet deemed a slave by a supposedly liberated American society, because a slave had mothered the child."
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Jacobs, Rowson and the Sexual Exploitation of Women, 2002.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper shows how both Jacobs' and Rowson's narratives indicate how male patriarchy sets the foundation for the sexual exploitation of women. Male elites construct the parameters within which sexuality is understood. In this context, women are exploited, since the parameters themselves are meant to segregate women to a subordinate sphere.
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