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Women in Korean Literature, 2002.
A look at social change and new images of women in twentieth century Korean literary works.
3,150 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 115.95
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This paper examines contemporary Korean literature by women in order to evaluate the cultural developments of women in Korea, and to identify how these changes are reflected in the literature written by Korean women. This paper considers images of women in Korean literature, and discusses the contradiction of progress in Korean society with the continued oppression of women in this same society.
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The Korean War and the Korean War Veterans' Memorial, 2005.
This paper discusses the forgotten war, the Korean War, and describes the Korean War Veterans' Memorial.
1,050 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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This paper explains that, although statistically the Korean War took more lives than the Vietnam War, the Korean War has been branded as America's "Forgotten War" because it was over-shined by two "greater" wars, the Second World War and the Vietnam War, which dragged on for more than a decade. The author points out that the Korean War is important because it (1) started the end of the communist expansion in the world, (2) laid the ground for the entry of democracy in the states in Eastern Europe and Russia and (3) began the American foreign policy of military intervention to gain or maintain security, freedom and democracy in the world resulting in a number of military conflicts which continues today. The paper describes in detail the Korean War Veterans' Memorial, adjacent to the Lincoln Memorial directly across the reflecting pool from the Vietnam Veterans' Memorial in Washington, D.C., which was dedicated in 1995 by Bill Clinton and Kim Young Sam, then presidents of the U.S. and South Korea.
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"The symbolisms in the memorial are brilliant pictures of a war that will never be forgotten. For as long as the memorial continues to exist, the memories of a war, which advanced freedom at the cost of the lives of millions of people, will eternally be thought of and etched in the minds of guests. Moreover, this memorial also serves as a reminder that freedom, though sweet and liberating, must never be taken for granted and must certainly be forever guarded, secured and remain dear in our hearts. It must also be remembered that there are still countries in the world that do not enjoy the rights given by a true democracy. The pursuit for the expansion of democracy must certainly not be abandoned. Still, millions of people are yearning for a free, equal state where social, economic and political justice stands and endures."
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Korean Shamanism and Korean Jongmyo Jerye, 2006.
An overview of Korean shamanistic rituals and the Korean royal ancestral rite, Jongmyo Jeryo.
918 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 32.95
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This paper presents a comparison of Korean shamanism rituals and the Korean royal ancestral rite, Jongmyo Jerye. The paper explains that the main differences between the two have to do with the (1) spirits the ritual is addressing and (2) the actual purpose for performing the ritual.
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"Korean shamanistic rituals revolve around the central figure of the ritual, namely the shaman. A shaman, focal point of our discussion, can be defined as "a person who mediates the relation between the natural world and an animated supernatural world (spirits) for the purpose of gaining some control over or knowledge of natural events" . The presence of a person that connected the mortals and their world to supernatural spirits can be seen present in almost all ancient civilizations. Whether called a priest, a shaman or an oracle, the functions they performed were somewhat similar and were requested by the necessity of the primitive peoples to feel protected and in a relationship with the supernatural."
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Examines possible reasons for US entry into the Korean War (1950-53), with reference to several political science theories, such as balance of power and public opinion theories.US Involvement in the Korean War, 2001.
1,560 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 7 sources, $ 51.95
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Examines possible reasons for US entry into the Korean War (1950-53), with reference to several political science theories, such as balance of power and public opinion theories.
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"The most apparent theory behind the United States? involvement in the Korean War must be the balance of power theory. Russia was obviously the most threatening side in the Korean War, therefore the states aligned against the Soviet Union. The United States was resolved to contain Russian influence, and prevent threats to world peace and the independence and stability of other nations by resorting to collective security arrangements and acting through the United Nations."
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Korean Restaurant in Vancouver, 2007.
An investigation of the potential of establishing a Korean food restaurant in Vancouver today.
6,772 words (approx. 27.1 pages), 22 sources, MLA, $ 154.95
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The purpose of this paper is to develop an overview of the business climate in Vancouver. It uses a mixed methodology to provide a "snapshot" of the city today to determine the viability of establishing a Korean food restaurant. A critical review of the relevant literature is accompanied by interviews with industry professionals and surveys of consumers. Relevant conclusions, a summary of the research and recommendations are provided in the final chapter.
Outline
Chapter 1:
Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of Study
Importance of Study
Scope of Study
Rationale of Study
Overview of Study
Chapter 2:
Review of Related Literature
Chapter 3:
Methodology
Description of the Study Approach
Data-Gathering Method and Database of Study
Chapter 4:
Data Analysis
Chapter 5:
Summary, Conclusions and Recommendations
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"Today, there is a growing Asian community in Vancouver, and the trend is expected to continue in the future (Hiebert, 1999). While the history of Indo-Canadian settlement in Vancouver can be traced to the late 19th century, the community remained relatively small until the 1960s (Hiebert & Walton-Roberts, 1997). In fact, South Asian immigrants have a long history of settlement in Canada; however, the majority of this community arrived after the criteria for entering Canada were relaxed during the 1960s; in addition, the arrival of significant numbers of Vietnamese immigrants is even more recent, beginning in the mid-1970s (Hiebert, 1999). "
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Effects of Korean Culture on Business, 2002.
This paper probes into the Korean culture and the effects its characteristics have on Korean business.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 7 sources, $ 53.95
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. In order to be a success in the global economy while carrying out business either in Korea or with Korea, one must have a fair idea of what is Korean culture about, its make up and what significance the people of Korea place on its cultural heritage. Our paper will be based on the information regarding Korean culture and its effects on the business. Our proposition will be backed by peer reviewed articles and expertise of the people in the related field.
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Attachment of Korean Americans to their Homeland, 2002.
An examination of the reasons why many Korean Americans maintain a strong attachement to Korea and the Korean way of life.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 3 sources, $ 55.95
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Examines reasons why many Korean Americans maintain a strong attachment to Korea and the Korean way of life. Loyalty to homeland vs. assisimilation into U.S. society. Immigrants belief in the Ameican dream and its material benefits. Problems of learning English, communiction and discrimination. Small business ownership and impact on family life. Lack of deep roots in American society. Growth of Koreatowns.
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"Korean-Americans maintain a strong attachment to their homeland for a number of reasons, although all of them provide the same benefit--a cohesive Korean-American community in a society which has not yet fully accepted Koreans or Asians without discrimination.
Like other Asians in the United States, Koreans are seen as hard-working, industrious, thrifty individuals who live and work together. All of this is true, although it is often said as if it were a negative set of qualities. The hard-working part of that equation is important in establishing lives in the United States, but it is also a sign of the Korean way of life which has been maintained by Korean-Americans. One aspect of life which Korean-Americans do not miss is low-pay for very hard work at long hours. While the discipline and selflessness which comes from..."
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Korean Culture, 2002.
Discusse how the turbulence of modern Korean history manifested itself into Korean culture.
2,900 words (approx. 11.6 pages), 12 sources, $ 106.95
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This paper shows that Korean culture of the present day has been shaped by experiences of political and economic upheaval through much of the 20th century.
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The Korean Crisis, 2005.
A detailed analysis of the history and current status of the Korean nuclear standoff.
3,865 words (approx. 15.5 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 105.95
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This paper covers the history behind the North Korean nuclear standoff, as well as the current stances and possible motivations of various actors in the region. The paper presents a detailed analysis of U.S., Japanese, Russian, South Korean, North Korean, and Chinese foreign policies on the Korean Peninsula and includes possible future developments.
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"The end of the Cold War had left North Korea with a serious security and economic dilemma. Without the security blanket and friendship prices afforded by the Soviet Union and China, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea struggled to survive. Instead of introducing market reforms or seeking closer ties with the West, North Korea decided to enter a high stakes game of brinkmanship to achieve its economic and foreign policy goals. To draw the attention of the United States, the DPRK began developing a nuclear weapons program which has plunged the region into crisis. Currently the U.S. and East Asian powers have scrambled to find diplomatic solutions to the North Korean problem, but so far have achieved little in negotiations."
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The Korean War, 2008.
This paper uses the primary paradigms in international relations to enhance our understanding of the Korean War.
3,502 words (approx. 14.0 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 98.95
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The paper examines the Korean War through the lens of three of the major paradigms in international relations: realism, world society and theory of dependence. The paper shows how no one paradigm of international relations exactly fits all aspects of the Korean conflict. The paper explains how we must therefore consider a convergence of paradigms to fully understand this war.
Outline:
Introduction
The Primary Paradigms
The Korean War: A Realist Analysis
The Korean War: A Dependency Theory Analysis
The Korean War: World Society Theory
Analysis
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"There exist a number of different paradigms to explain the events of the Korean War. The theoretical model of Realism has long been one of dominant theories of international relations, although as a formal school of thought it has only existed since the Second World War. The primary assumptions of this theoretical model is that the global political system is fundamentally anarchic in that nation-states are effectively sovereign with no check on their actions other than from other nation-states. The relations between these states is predicated on their differential power levels - state power being understood in military and economic terms - with each state pursuing its own national security and other interests."
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Korean American, 2002.
Uses interviews with a typical Korean-American family to understand how they define their identity.
1,812 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 58.95
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With their dramatic increase in population and the racial unrest that resulted in the destruction of Korean businesses during the Los Angeles civil unrest, Korean Americans have emerged as one of the visible ethnic groups in the country. This paper uses a series of interviews with a typical Korean-American family to evaluate its perceptions of their ethnicity. It compares and contrasts how Father Park and Mother Park?s definitions differ from the experiences of their daughter Sunny. It gives particular focus on how the members of the two generations accord a different importance to learning the Korean language. In the conclusion, the paper evaluates how the Park family uses language to shore up their definitions of ethnicity. By looking at the role language plays in the Park?s definitions of being ?Korean? or being ?American,? this paper contributes to the larger literature on the different methods people employ to construct their ethnic identities.
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"The Parks would like Sunny to ?remember where she came from,? and for them, remembering is strongly connected with language and with an acceptance of Korean-ness. While they recognize that Sunny was born and raised in the United States and cannot help but be a product of this social and cultural environment, they also express doubts on whether Sunny can truly classify herself as ?American? or be accepted by others as an American.
Part of the Parks? stand is understandable, since they are naturally projecting their experiences of marginalization onto their daughter. Since language was an important foundation in the construction of social identity in their host country, they assume this will be the same for Sunny."
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Korean-Americans, 2002.
An insight into the Korean-American community.
1,343 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 45.95
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This paper discusses how linguistic and cultural proficiency has enabled Korean-Americans to enjoy a higher standard of living than their non-English-speaking counterparts. It examines how although many bilingual Korean Americans have decided to assimilate in the American society in pursuit of financial and social security, others have chosen to use their linguistic and cultural proficiency to forge an unique Korean-American niche in American society. It looks at how Korean-Americans who decide to assimilate into American society, often have to abandon their traditions and ethnic origins.
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"Furthermore, bilingual Korean Americans who are familiar with the American culture through their extensive involvement with white people during their childhood and adolescence have also undergone a painful period of denial and reawakening. They realize that their acceptance into mainstream American society requires them to abandon their ethnic and cultural origins?an integral part of their identity. Kim?s journey from an Americanized Korean American who embraced American culture in order to be accepted by his peers to a director of the Korean Youth and Community Center captures this experience. As a social activist, Kim does not believe that Korean Americans should blend into mainstream American society."
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Korean Americans And American Society, 2002.
Discusses the value system of Korean Americans.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 8 sources, $ 47.95
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Discusses the value system of Korean Americans. Describes the Korean American community as an extension of its tight family structure. Characteizes Korean Americans as hard working with the goal of achieving economic prosperity, thereby upholding the American economic & social system. Refers to the writings of several Korean immigrants dealing with racist attacks; problems from lack of English proficiency. Assimilation. Legacy of L.A> Riots of 1992.
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"The Korean American community is bound by values that are derived from the Confucian ethos. From their perspective, education, hard work and family unity are the pillars of the Korean American community (Abelmann and Lie 163). Based on their Confucian values, Korean Americans tend to place tremendous pressure on their children to succeed academically in school. Living as an extended family, family members are available to help one another in times of strife. They also look up to religious leaders for guidance (Dean 319).
Furthermore, the Korean American community believes in hard work and commitment. For example, the grocer owners featured in these writings all work long hours every day of the week in order to maintain their business. Through their long and arduous hours, the Korean Americans hope to achieve economic prosperity..."
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Korean History: A Comparison of Accounts, 2008.
This paper evaluates competing written accounts of the status of women in a specific period of Korean history.
2,209 words (approx. 8.8 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 68.95
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The paper looks at the perspective of four different authors on the era dating from approximately 892 until around 1592 on the Korean Peninsula, in order to highlight how biased historical explanation actually is. The paper examines a text published by the Korean National Commission for UNESCO in Seoul, Roger Tennant's book "A History of Korea," Martina Deuchler's "The Confucian Transformation of Korea: A Study of Society and Ideology" and Han Hee-sook's journal article "Women's Life during the Choson Dynasty". The paper concludes that Martina Deuchler's book offers the richest analysis and most persuasive historical account of the changing status of Korean women.
Outline:
Introduction
Broadly Comparing Historical Accounts
Complex Accounts of Korean women: Deuchler and Han
Chinyeong
Kyongguk Taejon
Conclusion
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"However this project demands a much closer focus in order to be effective as an exercise in historical comparison. Therefore, we will look specifically at the issue of how and why the status of women changed in Korea from Silla times through to early Choson. This examination will not be a simple narrative of the social shifts that impacted the lives of Korean women during this time period. Rather, we will identify different explanations of why that change occurred, and consider different statements about which changes were the most important. It will become clear that various authors bring their own ideological agenda to the telling of history, and that the act of omission constitutes a major tool in shaping the events of the past."
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Korean Americans in American Society, 2002.
This paper examines the role of Koreans in American society.
1,328 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 44.95
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The writer looks at the characteristics of Koreans who have immigrated to America, first giving a history of the waves of immigration and their level of integration. The paper studies statistics of Koreans in California schools followed by a discussion of the difficulties faced by Korean Americans who are attempting to assimilate into American society. The paper concludes with interviews with Korean Americans.
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"Korean society is an extremely polite society that emphasizes respect and privacy. For example, it is proper for a young person to give a seat to an elderly person, but on a crowded bus, the elderly person will sometimes take the burden that the young person is holding and carry it in their lap (Kim, 2000). Another example is that it is not proper to pour one's own drink (Kim, 2000) and one should always hold things (whether giving or receiving, pouring or holding the glass) with both hands (Kim, 2000; Interview). One does not necessarily look people in the eye when spoken to, especially when being reprimanded (Interview). These and other customs point to a society that is characterized by its politeness, privacy and respect."
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