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Loyalty and Honor in 16th Century Japan, 2004.
An analysis of Akira Kurosawa's "Ran" as it relates to the code of Bushido and its themes of loyalty.
1,541 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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This paper examines how, throughout the span of his life, Akira Kurosawa endeavored to provide his audiences with a message of morality based strongly in the Shinto and Buddhist traditions. In particular, it looks at how "Ran", which is widely acknowledged as his greatest work, has Kurosawa exploring the theme of loyalty, especially as it is epitomized with in the tenets of Bushido, the warrior's code.
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"These remarkable examples of loyalty however, must be tempered by the traitors who get caught up in their own intrigue. Leading them all is Lady Kaede, the wife of Taro. Her hand can be found firmly clasped to every other traitorous action we see. Her first act is to elevate her own position by forcing Hidetora?s connubial procession to step aside so that she could make her way into the castle. Though she puts on demure and unassuming airs, we quickly learn that her black-heartedness is contagious. By asking a seemingly innocuous question of Taro, she sets into motion events that will begin Hidetora?s decent into his personal hell."
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Family Order in 16th Century Europe, 2002.
Examines family order and general family laws in Geneva and France in the 16th century.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 1 source, $ 44.95
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What was the state of the family in Geneva and France in the 16th century? What laws governed marriage, divorce, and family life in general at that time? In this paper, I plan to address those questions, show how the two locations treated the issues, and show how leaders at the time saw the family and its relationship to society in general.
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Military Change in 16th Century Europe, 2002.
Examines the changes in the 'art of war' over the course of the long 16th century, and the continuities apparent.
2,600 words (approx. 10.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 78.95
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Fundamental changes over the course of the long 16th century acknowledged such as: 1) Firearms. 2) Artillery. 3) New Fortifications. 4) Larger armies and new tactics. 5) Naval warfare. Also, the continuities which the Middle Ages brought out, and the concept of an Early Modern 'Military Revolution' discussed.
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"Central to reaching a conclusion on the issue of the nature of military change within 16th century Europe is an understanding of when generally fast-paced developmental alterations can accurately be called ?fundamental?, or in other words, profoundly serious. There can be no doubting the changes: the rise of firearms as the main armament of the foot-soldier, the brief reign of the Pikeman as the king of the battlefield before his relegation to the annals of history, the increasing use of artillery and consequent developments made in the types of fortifications seen in Europe as the ?Trace Italienne? ( literally meaning ?the fashion of Italy?) spread, the continued decrease in the importance of the heavily armoured cavalryman, the larger number of men under arms and the new strategic methods introduced, and the crucially important changes seen in the waging of war at sea. "
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Women of 16th Century Venice, 2001.
A discussion of women in society in 16th century Venice.
929 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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This paper provides an insight into the place of women in society in 16th century Venice. It examines how women fell into one of two categories; the angel or the courtesan (upper class prostitutes) and looks at how the credentials and restraints for each role were usually determined by factors over which the women had no control and yet they defined every aspect of her life. It evaluates why a women would want to be a courtesan and describes the life of Veronica Franco, the best-known of all the Venetian courtesans.
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"The Venetian angel was a virgin woman born into a noble family. Her birth gave her not only the respectability that came with her name but also enough wealth to provide a dowry, which guaranteed her a marriage. These women were esteemed because of their nobility but often married women were unhappy because of the extensive limitations placed on them by their husbands and society. As far as education was concerned, Venetian noble women were given a very small one, and what they did receive was at the hands of the convent and so it was ridiculously religious."
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Christian Church Reform of the 16th Century, 2006.
A paper examining Martin Luther's contributions to Christian Church reform in the 16th century.
2,942 words (approx. 11.8 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 87.95
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This paper explains that Martin Luther's contributions to the Reformation were many, but it was his acknowledgment of the Church's greed that truly seemed to prompt him to revolution. The paper further explains that one of the most critical acts of the Christian Church Reform of the 16th century was Martin Luther's publication of his Ninety-Five Theses. The paper also examines Luther's background and explains how this background made him take sides against the Church and, instead, side with the ranks of the majority of peasants who were being forced to pay for their sins or else face eternal damnation. Finally, the paper asserts that Luther's eventual condemnation of the Church's practice of selling indulgences forged the very soul of the Reformation and prompted the spread of the revolution throughout Europe.
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"On November 10, 1483, Martin Luther was born in Eisleben, a Saxon province of Germany, to a poor family of peasants. Luther's father was a copper miner who supported eight children working in the nearby mines of Mansfield. Luther managed to receive a decent primary and secondary education before enrolling at the University of Erfurt to study law. In 1505, Luther abruptly abandoned his master's degree and enrolled in an Augustinian monastery. Although he was reticent to explain why he had made this decision, the sudden death of a close friend (who was struck down by lightning while they were taking a walk) led him to consider the transitory nature of life. Because of this, Luther began to give himself over to more spiritual commitments."
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German and English Reformation of the 16th Century, 2006.
A description of events between Germany and England of the causes and effects of the reformation of the 16th century.
3,898 words (approx. 15.6 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 106.95
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This paper clearly interprets event and actions leading up the German and English reformations of the 16th century. It begins on the topic of Germany and its catalyst feudal systems and religious overlords, and goes on to study the works of martin Luther and his conniving methods and perseverance to proceed with his reformation through his 95-theses to eventually win the hearts of fed up peasants, merchants growing rich off the New World, greedy nobility, and challenge the authority of the Church and Pope. This paper also discusses the reformation of England started by King Henry VIII. It discusses in detail how Henry VIII invented his own hybrid religion, infused it into his own country to build national unity and to suit his own desires, and was excommunicated from the Catholic Church all while making himself the Supreme Head of the Church of England. This paper looks at societal cause and effects such as the printing press which allowed lower classes to become more educated, bible translations to common languages that allowed the lower classes to step past the clergy to speak freely with God, new merchant opportunities in the New World, and political gains of money and land.
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"In Sixteenth-century Europe, the material world was becoming increasingly distinct and spiritual ideals more confused, as the printing press spread information and humanist studies inspired ideas of doctrinal difference. The nations were becoming even more conscious of their nationalities, and the faithful were pained about the short comings of society and of the church. From the beginning the impulse to reform the Church had mingled with political currents. The spiritual impulse was dominated by dynastic intrigue, greed, and war, and in the end national politics determined the fate of the Reformation all over Europe. What began in a mood of spiritual piety had its triumph in the rearrangement of secular power."
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Women in 16th Century Europe, 2002.
An analysis of two literary works, illustrating their strong portrayal of women in late 16th century and early 17th century Europe.
820 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 0 sources, $ 29.95
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This paper discusses the literary works, "Magdalena and Balthasar" by Ozment and "Mother Courage and her Children" by Brecht. The writer describes the two leading female characters of these two books, Magdalena and Anna, and draws comparisons between their strong personalities.
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"It is in Ozment?s and Brecht?s portrayal of the feminine side of Magdalena and Mother Courage that, prima facie, there is a marked difference. Mother Courage is portrayed as almost callous and uncaring in the manner in which she carries on her business even while she is on the verge of loosing her children or her immunity to the peasants? suffering, to the point where she will not give up her shirts to provided bandages for the wounded (Scene 5). "
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History of England: Reformation (16th-17th century), 2000.
A look at the foundation for separation, looking back over three centuries preceding the reformation which led to the change.
2,116 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 7 sources, $ 66.95
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"English reformation is a perplexing issue, influenced by the continent, yet indigenous in its character. The multiplicity of issues makes it difficult to identify a single rationale, but one thing is certain, the Church of England?s constitution is domestic in its origin. The foundation for separation dates back to the period when the Roman?s empire was contracting in defense against barbarians from northern Europe. During that time, England had little contact with Rome and was left without influence from Rome for a number of years. "
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Tycho Brahe and 16th Century Astronomy, 2003.
Examines the influence of Tycho Brahe on astronomy during the Renaissance.
2,364 words (approx. 9.5 pages), 15 sources, APA, $ 72.95
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Throughout the course of scientific inquiry, many great men and women have influenced scientific thought. Although their theories don't always agree with one another, their observations are important as they lead to further examination and observations of the natural world. During the great period of history known as the Renaissance, new insights into the universe and stars that surrounded the Earth influenced man's thought as to his position in the World. One such great scientist, an astronomer by the name of Tycho Brahe examined and observed the motions of the planets and stars during the Sixteenth Century. His theories of the Earth's position correspond with those of the religious and scientific ideas of the Renaissance. By studying his life, this paper shows how his method of analysis was influenced by the paradigms of scientific thought during the Renaissance. In addition, this paper shows that Brahe's observations influenced many astronomers and their research at that time and penetrated deeper to influence future astronomers in addition to scientists in other fields.
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"In early 1571, Brahe returned to his birth-home where he was called due to his father's illness. After his father died on May 9, 1571, Tycho shared a large inheritance and lordship with his elder brother. He didn't stay long, however, and soon moved to Herrevad where his uncle Steen promised to install a small observatory for Tycho17. On November 11, 1572, in this small observatory, Tycho discovered a new star in Cassiopeia. He continued to observe gradual changes of magnitude of this star during its appearance which lasted sixteen months18. Changing the paradigms of astronomical thought during the Sixteenth century, Tycho proved that it was not a meteor, but instead a real star which was within a region of fixed stars at the end of space."
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The Condition of Women in European Society: 16th-18th Centuries, 2002.
An examination of the fluctuating condition of women during the Renaissance, the Reformation and the Enlightenment periods.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 14 sources, $ 47.95
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Examines the fluctuating condition of women during the Renaissance, the Reformation and the Enlightenment periods. Changes in social attitudes toward women. Connection between women & witchcraft. Belief in power of magic. Political aspects of witchcraft. Demonization of women in Renaissance. Reformation women & Protestant beliefs. Female sexuality. Domestication of women.
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"This research examines the fluctuating condition of women in European society from the sixteenth to the eighteenth centuries. The plan of the research will be to set forth salient characteristics of the condition of women in three periods: the Renaissance (ca. 1350-1550), Reformation (ca. 1520-1600), and Enlightenment (ca. 1680-1780), and to discuss era-to-era changes that can be identified in social attitudes toward women.
But one must begin with the big picture. Between 1350, which takes in the Renaissance, and 1780, which takes in the Enlightenment, the single most important feature of women's social history that is worthy of note is the transition of prevailing social consciousness from belief in the power of magic, spirituality, and witchcraft to a belief in the power of reason and science as the prevailing method of explaining he..."
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The Pioneer of Christianity in Japan, 2006.
A discussion regarding the spread of Christianity in 16th and 17th century Japan.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 1 source, $ 26.95
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This paper reviews how the missionaries spread the faith of the Jesuits is important in understanding the culture and the people of Japan. It discusses the Society of Jesus or the Jesuits and how they spread Christianity in Japan during the 16th and 17th centuries. The paper further discusses how the Jesuit's missionary efforts were successful due to the methods of approach they had, their willingness to adapt to native traditions, and political instability in Japan.
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"The Reformation of the Sixteenth Century", 2005.
This paper reviews, in detail Roland H. Bainton's survey text "The Reformation of the Sixteenth Century" in which he presents its leaders, movements, creeds and historical settings.
3,520 words (approx. 14.1 pages), 0 sources, $ 98.95
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This paper explains that Roland H. Bainton's in "The Reformation of the Sixteenth Century" examines the conditions which caused the irrevocable contravene between Luther and the Church and its consequence for 16th century Europe. The author points out the exceptional value of the forward section by Jaroslav Pelikan. The paper states that the book is well written, easy to understand and has many historical facts such as specific details about the Diet of Worms, the institution of the Holy Commonwealth of Geneva, Henry VIII's break with Rome and William the Silent's great effort for Dutch Freedom.
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"The medieval church entered into a different phase and experienced a lot of changes in the 16th century. This change was due since the 15th century. The Pentecostal church is said to have been responsible to conserve the three great spiritual reforms, Lutheran, Wesleyan and Pentecostal. All these revival movements were helpful to bring back to light the various Christian experiences that had disappeared since the early times of the church. This reformation started with the Lutheran Reformation of the sixteenth century. Martin Luther became one of the most famous German Augustinians. In 1506, he joined the Augustinian community in the German town of Erfurt and he also took his first vows there."
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Loyalty Oaths, 2008.
A discussion on why loyalty oaths don't work with a focus on loyalty oaths in President Truman's America.
1,309 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 44.95
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This paper discusses how, when President Harry S. Truman instituted a loyalty program in March of 1947, he did so because the U.S. was facing an insidious assault from Communist forces trying to infiltrate. It then examines several instances of oath-taking pursued by the U.S. Federal Government and by other institutions in the middle of the last century and outlines how each one did nothing to thwart unfriendly Communist activity. Next, the paper argues that, instead of wasting time and energy on a fatuous loyalty oath, public and private employers should have focused wholly upon improving security and clearance measures, should have educated the public on the dangers Communism presented to the American way of life, and should have reminded American citizens of what they needed to do to keep the country safe at the height of the Cold War.
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"Understandably, loyalty oaths were frequently demanded of those who, in the late 1940s and early 1950s, were prospective recipients of the largesse of the American government or its various appendages. For instance, May of 1949 saw the Atomic Energy Commission pass a rule that all future holders of Commission fellowships were to provide an Oath of Loyalty and to fill out a non-Communist affidavit if they wished to receive the much-coveted prizes (Waggoner, 1; for another example of the ubiquitous Loyalty Oath in action, please see "Edison, CIO Agree on Loyalty Oath," 20). Although such a measure might seem like a good idea at first glance, the simple truth is that someone trying to secure one of the nation's most prestigious fellowships (this was certainly the case in 1949) is already tempted to tell Commission Board members whatever it is they want to hear - and they will undoubtedly sign most any document if doing so will gain them a competitive advantage over someone else."
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Customer Loyalty, 2005.
A case study about customer loyalty within the Comcast Corporation.
1,610 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 55.95
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This paper discusses customer loyalty, using the company Comcast Corporation as a case study. The paper begins with an assessment of the roots of customer loyalty, which it maintains are in staff loyalty. Next the paper examines how customer loyalty is developed. Then the paper asks how customer loyalty is incorporated into marketing strategy. Finally, the paper studies the affect of customer loyalty on Comcast's customer retention.
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"Winning customer loyalty begins with winning staff loyalty. Companies that try to win customer loyalty without first winning staff loyalty often find that in spite of great customer loyalty programs and initiatives their results fall far short."
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Customer Loyalty in the Hotel Industry, 2006.
Examines the subject of customer loyalty within the context of the hotel industry.
1,736 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 56.95
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Customer loyalty describes the tendency of a customer to choose one business or product over another for a particular need; customer loyalty becomes evident when choices are made and actions taken by customers. This paper analyzes and critically evaluates the various methodologies and techniques of customer loyalty in application to the hotel industry in its marketing management, supported by theoretical models, news excerpts, case studies and research articles focusing on the trends and the latest problems/issues concerning the industry. The paper includes a graph.
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Definition
Customer Loyalty in Hospitality Industry
Efficiency Measurement in Hotel Industry in terms of Customer Loyalty
Theoretical models/techniques of Customer loyalty programs in Hotels
Latest Problems/Issues Concerning the Industry/Organisation
Conclusion
References
Bibliography
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"Academic analysis of the literature on customer satisfaction within the hotel industry brought forth an amazing lack of empirical data. Lewis and Nightingale (1991) commented that hotel companies have difficulty in measuring customer satisfaction and, in spite of the proven inefficiency of comment cards, many still rely upon them. However, they also make the point that Marriott regularly surveys its customers randomly and chains like Sheraton are always looking at how the room comment cards can be improved. Schneider and Bowen (1985) empirically demonstrated that customers and employees share perceptions and attitudes. It is therefore appropriate to use the employee perceptions of customer satisfaction as a reasonable measure of organisational performance in regard to customer loyalty."
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