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Malcom X, 2002.
This paper presents a biography of the life and ideolgy of the civil rights leader Malcom X.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 8 sources, $ 89.95
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In this article, the writer discusses the life of Malcolm X and demonstrates how his leadership, speeches and life influenced the civil rights movement. By showing the details of this leadership in his speeches, the writer analyzes his ideology.
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Malcom X, 1991.
This paper examines the life of Malcolm X and the press overage of his assassination, emphasizing shallowness of reporting.
3,150 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 16 sources, $ 111.95
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"The purpose of this research is to examine the press overage of the assassination of Malcolm X. The plan of the research will be to set forth the context in which both the assassination and the coverage thereof emerged, and then to discuss the character of press performance, including apparent degree of bias or impartiality, that emerged as a result of such coverage.
It is impossible to understand Malcolm X's death without reference to his life. Moreover, it is essential to see the coverage of Malcolm X's death with reference to the framework of his life and work. Indeed, as The Autobiography of Malcolm X illustrates, the whole of Malcolm's life can be read as a kind of preface to his way of death. Malcolm Little was born in 1925 in Omaha, Nebraska, the seventh of eight children. Like King, Malcolm had a Baptist preacher father, but Earl Little was ... "
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Malcolm X and Equality in America, 2002.
Discusses Malcom X's criticism of the American notion of equality and why so many Black American's agreed with his criticisms.
1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 62.95
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This essay discusses how the framers of the Constitution were concerned with equality, tyranny and the balancing of interests. The problem, however, was that the notion of equality did not include Black people. This is why, almost 200 years later, Malcolm X's criticisms of the system resonated with many Black Americans. He showed that the so-called democracy of America was actually a sham, because it did not include Black people in the context of true equality and freedom.
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Alex Haley's "The Autobiography of Malcolm X", 1991.
This paper reviews "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" as told to Alex Haley that relates how Malcom X discovered his black identity.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 1 source, $ 47.95
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""The Autobiography of Malcolm X" as told to Alex Haley, the author of Roots, is a powerful book because it carries through on the theme of discovering black identity. Malcolm X was one of the primary religious leaders and reformers of the 1960s, but it took him a number of years to shed his old preconceptions of who blacks were in America. As he learned to accept his black identity, Malcolm began his short-lived career as a powerful force in the fight against racism in the United States.
Malcolm X was born Malcolm Little on May 19, 1925, in Omaha, Nebraska. From the very beginning, even though Malcolm had not discovered his black identity, he had a very clear picture of what it meant to be a black in the United States. "When my mother was pregnant with me, she told me later, a party of hooded ... "
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Invisible Man and Malcolm X, 2005.
A literary review and comparison of Ralph Ellison's "Invisible Man" and "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" by Malcolm X.
1,610 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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This paper compares and contrasts Ralph Ellison's novel, "Invisible Man" and Malcolm X's "The Autobiography of Malcolm X". The paper focuses on the sociological and political ideologies illustrated in the two books. The author of the paper highlights how the search for self-definition is a major theme of the analysis.
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"It was an era of racism segregation and inequality during which Ralph Ellison and Malcolm X lived. Lacking equal protections in law comparable to Whites. African Americans endured second-class citizen status in American ..."
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Malcolm X, 2006.
An examination of the book "The Autobiography of Malcolm X: As Told To Alex Haley", by Malcolm X and Alex Haley.
2,422 words (approx. 9.7 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 74.95
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In this examination of "The Autobiography of Malcolm X: As Told to Alex Haley", by Malcolm X and Alex Haley, the author highlights many pertinent points from the book and about the life of Malcolm X. The author tells us that the book looks at the era in which Malcolm X lived as a time when racism was running rampant in the United States. As a result of his experiences Malcolm X became an angry activist who hated everything that white society represented. The paper describes how Malcolm X himself became a racist and he believed that all whites were evil, after his conversion to Islam. The author delves into this further pointing out what made Malcolm X change his way of thinking to become a well known civil rights activist, who is still thought of in a positive light today. Finally the paper reiterates the major changes that Malcolm X went through during his life to make him a key leader of the black civil rights movement in the United States.
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"Malcolm continued to have a great loyalty to Muhammad, even when Muhammad became too old to actively participate in Nation events. Malcolm then became more and more active in the groups decision making processes. It was at this time that Malcolm and Muhammad noticed that have had some differences in ideology. While they both wished to fight for black rights, Muhammad's goal was to create a completely separate black nation-state that would have a different economy and culture than the rest of the country. Malcolm, however, believed that this would only happen if they took care of the poor black people living in ghettos first. Malcolm wanted the group to become more involved with politics and to change America as a whole, rather than just trying to separate black America from white America. These differing philosophies, as well as Malcolm's growing influence led to Muhammad trying to have Malcolm killed. While this was very difficult for Malcolm, it led to another change in philosophy for him."
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"The Autobiography of Malcolm X", 2002.
This paper provides an analysis of Malcolm X's views on racism in America in "The Autobiography of Malcolm X".
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, $ 35.95
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This paper discusses the main themes that are covered in the work "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" by Malcolm X. By understanding the main ideas behind his view on racism in America, the writer demostrates the different view of a black that fought hard for equal rights, within the period of the civil rights era. Some of the basics precepts of his work are examined, as well as the core ideas that represent his thought in the struggle for equality of the races in the United States.
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"Malcolm X"?.
This paper discusses Spike Lee's film, "Malcolm X ," an adaptation of "The Autobiography of Malcolm X".
920 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 32.95
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This paper explains that Spike Lee's film, "Malcolm X," depicts the way Malcolm X, in prison, forged his identity based on social and religious values, not the values of the dominant white culture, but rather values in opposition to the white Anglo-Saxon Protestant culture, which, for centuries, had oppressed persons of African descent. The author points out that Malcolm X was a sincere adherent to Islam, which was not the religion of his African ancestors, but the religion of modern Africa. The paper relates that Spike Lee demonstrates how, when Malcolm X embraced Sunni Islam and incorporated its teachings into his approach toward black liberation, his militant views became more tempered; this shift from pure militancy toward cooperation directly led to his assassination.
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"As Lee's movie shows, Malcolm's family history and early experiences affected his radical political views. He joined the Nation of Islam while in prison, as he felt a sense of camaraderie and solidarity that he never would have found in the outside world. Lee depicts how Malcolm X was deeply and personally affected by his exposure to the Muslim religion. In fact, one of the most remarkable things about the life of Malcolm X was his ability to grow with his religious beliefs, rather than having his religious beliefs dictate strictly what his actions were. As the film points out, Malcolm X did the necessary pilgrimage to Mecca shortly before he was assassinated."
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Fragile X Syndrome, 2003.
Discussing the paradigm for understanding normal and disordered neuronal development, known as Fragile X Syndrome.
7,532 words (approx. 30.1 pages), 44 sources, MLA, $ 165.95
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Examination of Fragile X Syndrome from a genetic, neurological, and neuro-psychological perspective. Includes current research on this disorder. It provides information about the characteristics of the disorder, treatment available, and medical research performed. It also examines how this disorder affects a sufferer's daily life.
Table of Contents
I. Introduction
i. Physical characteristics
ii. Behavioural and non-physical characteristics
II. Neuronal Development
i. Normal development
ii. Development in FraX
III. Fragile X Mental Retardation Gene (FMR1)
i. FMR1 and FraX
ii. Gender differences
IV. Fragile X Mental Retardation Protein (FMRP)
i. FMR1 mutation and FMRP
ii. FMRP and synaptic plasticity
iii. Evidence from animal models and non-human studies
iv. FMRP as mRNA-binding protein
V. Molecular-Genetic Basis of Fragile X Syndrome
i. Normal development
ii. Moderate FMRP deficiency
iii. Severe FMRP deficiency
iv. Mechanism of FMRP in mediating neuronal development
VI. FMRP and Development of Fragile X: Hypotheses
i. FMRP and synapse formation during development
ii. FMRP and translation at postsynaptic site
VII. FRAXE and FMR2
i. Mutation and phenotype
VIII. Brain Abnormalities
i. Evidence from structural magnetic resonance imaging studies
IX. Neuro-psychological Profiles
i. Males with FraX
ii. Females with FraX
X. Current Research
i. Cortisol and stress-related behaviour in children with FraX
ii. Neurocognition in female permutation carriers
iii. FRAXE and obsessive-compulsive disorder
iv. Fragile X permutation and neurologic disorders
XI. Future Directions of Research
i. Potential areas of exploration
ii. Treatment
XII. References
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"Fragile X syndrome (FraX) is the single most common form of inherited mental impairment (Glaser et al., 2003). Studies place prevalence rates of the disorder at approximately 1 in 2000-5000 live births, affecting as many as 1 in 4000 females and twice as many males (Churchill et al., 2002). It is second only to Down syndrome as a cause of mental impairment and appears in children of all ethnic, racial, and socio-economic backgrounds (Fragile X Association, 2003). The pace of research into the genetic, molecular, anatomical, neuropsychological, and psychosocial factors underlying this disorder has grown at an exponential rate in recent years. FraX is described by Nobel Laureate and co-discoverer of the DNA double-helix, Dr. James D. Watson, as the ?first major triumph of the genome project? (FRAXA Research Foundation, 2002), and its potential as a paradigm of study by which to understand normal and disordered processes of development is immeasurable."
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Generation X, 2002.
An examination of the use of labels in defining social groups, their negative impact and how this has influenced "Generation X" - the new youth generation where everything goes and is accepted.
1,564 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 51.95
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This paper analyzes and examines various contentions regarding Generation X. Part II outlines arguments in support of the contention that stereotypes regarding Generation X are untrue. In Part III, arguments in support of the contention that stereotypes regarding Generation X are true are presented. Lastly, this paper concludes with suggestions for presenting a more balanced view of Generation X.
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"Throughout history, society has felt compelled to devise labels for nearly every category or trait. People may be given a specific label based on their age, economic status, education level, ethnic background, geographic location, occupation, political beliefs, religious beliefs, and various other factors. While labels based on one category may dominate at certain time periods (i.e., ethnicity-based labels dominated in the early 1950s), labels based on age seem to be common regardless of the time period.
"Individuals ages 20-29 are commonly referred to as ?Generation X.? Other names for Generation X include ?Gen X,? the ?Generation Without a Conscience,? the ?Lost Generation,? the ?Me Generation,? the ?Slacker Generation,? ?Twenty Somethings,? or ?Yuppies With a Conscience But Without Fat Paychecks.? (Coupland). While labels may be useful in distinguishing members of various categories based strictly on age, labels are most often used in a divisive and pejorative manner."
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Fragile X Syndrome, 2006.
An overview of the genetic disorder known as fragile X syndrome.
2,685 words (approx. 10.7 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 80.95
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This paper discusses the complexities and mysteries surrounding fragile X syndrome. After explaining that fragile X syndrome is a serious genetic disorder that is believed to be the most common form of inherited metal impairment, the paper then attempts to clear up the confusion and misconceptions that surround the syndrome.
Table of Contents
Fragile X Syndrome: The Basics
Causes of Fragile X Syndrome
Females' Milder Symptoms: Explanation
Characteristics
Physical Characteristics
Cognitive Impairments
Behavioral Issues
Sensory Issues and Hypersensitivity
Speech and Language
Treatment
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"Fragile X syndrome is a genetic disorder that causes a variety of physical, behavioral, cognitive, sensory, social and speech problems that present themselves at birth. The symptoms are often similar to those with autism, especially in males. In fact, around one-third of all children diagnosed with fragile X syndrome are also diagnosed as autistic, and fragile X syndrome is the most common known cause of autism. The main difference between fragile X syndrome and autism, however, is that children with fragile X syndrome are usually much more interested in social interactions than are autistic children."
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Fragile X Disorder and Communication, 2002.
This paper outlines Fragile X disorder with a detailed description of the biological cause of the disorder, as well as an explanation of the subsequent communication disorders
1,000 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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This paper looks at the debilitating disease called Fragile X Disorder. It examines the physical characteristics of people who suffer from this disorder as well as mental and behavioral problems. It focuses on the specific issue of speech impairments causing communication problems.
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"Fragile X is the most common inherited cause of developmental and learning disabilities, affecting as many as one person in every 1,000 (Saunders, 1999). Fragile X is a sex-linked genetic disorder and is named so because of a fragile site on the tip of the long arm of the X chromosome where it looks as if a piece of the chromosome is broken off (Saunders, 1999). The gene responsible for the disorder is Fragile Mental Retardation 1 (FMR-1) and can be diagnosed through DNA testing (Saunders, 1999). The FMR-1 gene becomes faulty due to an expansion of three nucleotides, Cytosine-Guanine-Guanine (CGG), which inhibits the production of the FMR protein; the FMR protein is essential for normal brain development (Symons, et al, 2001). "
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Malcolm X and Eliezer, 2002.
A comparison of Malcolm X and the prophet Eliezer.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper is about the experiences and reactions of Malcolm X at various instances in his life. While Eliezer resigned and submitted to agony, Malcolm X rose to transform himself through a similar kind of struggle. Both suffered injustice. When Eliezer saw the Jews in misery and the immense amount of pain, he lost his belief in God after doubting much. But the misery encountered by Malcolm X only made him want to change and to make things real. Malcolm X became a strong believer in God.
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Rhetoric of Martin Luther King and Malcolm X, 2002.
Compares and contrasts love and violence in the rhetoric of Martin Luther King and Malcolm X.
2,150 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 80.95
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This study will discover the implied audiences of Martin Luther King and Malcolm X, and seek to understand, in their speeches, whom exactly they were both trying to speak too. This implies an audience with conservative whites who may have been in mind when these great speakers sent out their message. By studying the approach of rhetoric in their speeches, we can quickly see why they depicted different, but similar messages in their speeches. The two speeches from both men are: "Letter from Birmingham Jail" by MLK, and "The Black Revolution." By Malcolm X. IN analyzing these means of communication, we can see the message pf fear that Malcolm X sent out to his audience, and the contrasting message of Love that Martin Luther King brought out to his white audience.
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The Transformations Of Malcolm X, 2004.
This essay looks at the changes and transformations in the life of Malcolm X.
678 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 23.95
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In this paper, the writer discusses the significant factors that influenced Malcolm Little to become Malcolm X. The writer then examines Malcolm X's transformation to El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz. The writer offers biographical information in this article. The writer also discusses Malcolm X's conversion to the Black Muslim movement while in prison. The writer concludes by looking at his assassination.
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"Behind every significant figure in world history is a series of events, persons and social institutions that dramatically shaped his or her conscience, convictions and beliefs. Perhaps the most influential factor in the life of a struggling oppressed young person is that of religion. Religion offers hope. It offers reason. It offers redemption. For Black Americans in the middle of the twentieth century the rising Islamic tradition in American known then as Black Muslims gave such hope to a generation of bitterly oppressed ... "
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