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Armistice Day - Veteran's Day, 2002.
This paper discusses the history of Armistice Day that began after WWI.
3,369 words (approx. 13.5 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 95.95
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This paper looks at the origins and rituals surrounding Armistice Day, or as it is better known, Veteran's Day. The author explains how Armistice Day began after WWI and was treated as a holiday and since it was created, many different rituals are carried out. The paper refers to many sources describing the changes in the way Americans celebrated Veteran's Day after WWI to the present.
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"At 11 a. m. on November 11, 1918, the imperial German army radioed to the world that it had signed the Allied unconditional terms of surrender, and had agreed to the laying down of arms. The guns of the Great War became silent, and were replaced by outbursts of joy across the nation. It was finally over, over there. In 1995, New York City commemorated this event with 500,000 cheering, flag-waving spectators lining the roads. With thundering drums punctuating nostalgic Glenn Miller swing music, tens of thousands of proud American warriors marched out of the past and up Fifth Avenue in New York's largest Veterans Day Parade since the end of World War II. This 1995 parade was a victory of sorts due to the fact that, in recent years, Veterans Day observations have become, as Robert McFadden says, "desultory at best, with spectators often limited to passers-by walking their dogs or heading out for a quart of milk." This parade was evidence of a revival in veteran appreciation, and a renewal of Veterans Day as a much-celebrated American holiday. But while this parade can be used to model a renewal in ceremony and enthusiasm, the true meaning of Veterans Day, or Armistice Day as it was originally called, has been lost through name changes and changes in those it is supposed to honor."
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"Home Life in Colonial Days", 2008.
A review of Alice Morse Earle's "Home Life in Colonial Days", which explores the Puritan colonists' way of life.
1,461 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 48.95
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The paper examines "Home Life in Colonial Days" by Alice Morse Earle, which is an anthropological study of the facets of day-to-day life within the home during the early colonial period. The paper shows how this book is an incredibly complete and, at times, overwhelmingly detailed work. The paper is of the opinion that this depth far outweighs any criticism of the writing style.
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"In essence, the book is a catalogue of sorts that lists, describes, and places in context the domestic devices, customs, and processes used in daily function. From cooking and cleaning to weaving, jack-knives, and taverns, Earle succeeds in producing a work of significant scope - nearly five hundred pages of text and illustrations all of which demonstrate an exceptionally thorough research (particularly significant given the enormous number of items listed and described and the realization that all of her research would have necessarily been done through direct observations and collections from hundreds of people's attics and storage boxes.)"
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Film: Varga's "Working Days", 2005.
This paper reviews o the film "Working Days" based on the book "Working at Inglis: The Life and Death of a Canadian Factory" by David Sobel and Susan Meurer.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 1 source, $ 44.95
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This paper states that the film "Working Days" amounts to a nostalgic look by workers at their days of work, socializing and militancy at the Inglis plant in Toronto, where in 1989, all 650 workers were laid off. The author points out that Varga's thesis, which is based in inequality, is that corporate control, in conjunction with globalization and free trade, has destroyed workers' livelihoods as well as their alternative opportunities in the workforce. The paper concludes that a person could learn more about the impact of plant closures on workers from reading a very short article.
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"Varga explicitly states his two intentions. The first is that "I started out wanting to tell the story of how people cope with losing a job in these terribly uncertain times". The second intention is much more comprehensive, and involves delving beneath the unemployment figures and moving beyond the loss of a pay-cheque to reveal the losses of history, culture and tradition. Varga's thesis is based in inequality, and is that corporate control, in conjunction with globalization and free trade, has destroyed workers' livelihoods as well as their alternative opportunities in the workforce. The film "Working Days" is based on the book "Working at Inglis: The Life and Death of a Canadian Factory"."
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Stereotypes in "Days of Our Lives", 2002.
How stereotypes are portrayed in the soap opera "Days of Our Lives".
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 9 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper examines stereotyping in the daytime soap opera, Days of Our Lives. Stereotypes are defined and then identified in Days of Our Lives. The existence of a counter-text of feminist values and gender empowerment is also considered.
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'Iliad' and 'Works and Days', 2006.
This paper discusses Homer's 'Iliad' versus Hesiod's 'Works and Days'.
3,141 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 91.95
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In this article, the writer compares and contrasts the works 'Iliad' by Homer and 'Works and Days' by Hesiod. This consideration of the works shows that they are different. The writer notes that the differences are based on the 'Iliad' being written based on the ideologies of the higher classes of Athens, while 'Works and Days' was written based on the reality for the lower classes. The writer concludes that the works share several common characteristics, with these linked to the fact that the books were written around the same time and as part of the same culture. However, there are also significant differences in the works. The writer maintains that this is due to the fact that the two books represent the two very different social classes at the time.
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"Before considering the difference in the works, it is useful to first consider what qualities they share. The main similarities in the works are the obvious ones. This is that both are written by Greeks and so both reflect Ancient Greece culture. The second is that both were written around the same time, close to 700 BC. These two factors lead to the works sharing several aspects, even though they are about vastly different subjects. These similarities are to be expected and are based on the shared culture reflected in both works. One of the first features noted in the works is that they are both written in the style of epic poetry. Epic poetry was a style of literature that developed in Ancient Greece. The development of epic poetry was also closely linked to the Greek oral tradition. In fact, the Iliad is considered to have been written by Homer centuries after the Trojan War that is the subject of the work. In addition, Homer is thought to have created the work based on oral myths that had been passed down from generation to generation after the end of the Trojan War."
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Danny Boyle's Film: ?28 Days Later?, 2004.
This paper discusses director Danny Boyle's 2003 movie, ?28 Days Later?, an insightful reflection of societal fears of bioterrorism, terrorism, and catastrophic warfare.
1,515 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 49.95
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This paper explains that, through his effective use of story structure, characterization, cinematography, and theme, Boyle creates the fictional post-apocalyptic world of ?28 Days Later?, which is characterized by brutality brought on by man's unthinking arrogance, playing out some of society's worst fears about warfare and terrorism. The author points out that the fear of "playing God" and the repercussions, which appear in the film, have been seen in literature and movies that trace back to Mary Shelly's ?Frankenstein? and to similar movies, such as ?12 Monkeys?. The paper relates that the juxtaposition of the post-apocalyptic emptiness of London, with many viewer?s recollections or projections of the familiarly busy bustle of London streets, provides one of the most shocking visual reminders of the impact of terrorism and catastrophic warfare.
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"In recent years, the world has been rocked by the growth of fears over a diverse set of growing threats to global political and economic stability and world health. The tragedy of September 11th brought the world into a new era of fear over terrorist acts. Since then, public uneasiness has only been heightened by the train bombings in Madrid, the Bali bombings, and continued governmental appeals for constant vigilance against terrorism. The fear of bioterrorism has also grown in recent years, with the release of sarin nerve gas on a Tokyo subway, and the presence of anthrax in the US mail. Adding to this climate of fear was President Bush's assertion that Iraq possessed of weapons of mass destruction (including biological weapons), an assertion that provided a justification for the Bush administration's entry into Iraq. Today, societal fears of catastrophic warfare that took root during the Cold War era continue to escalate, as tensions in the Middle East deepen."
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"Judgment Days", 2006.
A look at the presidency of President Lyndon B. Johnson using Nick Kotz book's "Judgment Days".
1,610 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 55.95
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This analysis uses Nick Kotz's book "Judgment Days" to answer the question of why the public rarely views President Lyndon B. Johnson as anything more than "average." It discusses the writer's view that Johnson was actually a "near-great" president despite this common estimation and that only Vietnam prevented him from being one of America's greatest presidents in history. It also discusses the relationship between Johnson and Martin Luther King, Jr.
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"Works and Days", 2004.
An analysis of the poem, "Works and Days", by Hesiod.
1,771 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 57.95
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This paper analyzes the ancient poem, "Works and Days", by Hesiod. It presents an argumentative historical essay on the kind of social values found in Hesiod's advice to his brother in the poem and what this says about Dark Age culture in Greece. The paper contends that Hesiod's advice to his brother Perseus is simple and complicated at the same time. Hesiod's social values include the values of work rather than idleness, which he passes on quite clearly to his brother.
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"Little is known about the Dark Ages in Greece. In fact, some scholars believe they never existed, and there are simply 200-300 "more" years in history than actually occurred, and they believe this is why there is so little known about the Dark Ages in Greek history. However, Hesiod's work seems to stem from this time, and to give hints about how Greeks lived life during this period, and what some of their most important social values were. In addition, many experts believe the Greek population declined during the Dark Ages, perhaps due to attacks from northerners who spoke a different dialect of the language. Thus, Hesiod's epic poem is a plea to Greeks to choose the right social values so they can again become strong and repopulate their country, rather than bringing the wrath of the Gods further upon them."
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"13 Days", 2004.
A review of the film, "13 Days," directed by Roger Donaldson.
2,648 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 79.95
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This paper discusses the power and peril of the American presidency in the film "13 Days" by director Roger Donaldson. The paper illustrates the urgency, suspense, and paralyzing chaos of the Cuban Missile Crisis. The paper contends that the movie demonstrates the best and worst of communication between individuals and groups and, in particular, the difficulties of bringing people to consensus when their views differ widely.
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"Kenny O?Connell is Chief of Staff and Political Advisor for President John F. Kennedy. They have been friends for many years, and O?Connell serves as Kennedy?s political advisor. He often displays an authoritarian style as team leader. The events that unfold in this movie take place during the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962, when U-2 spy planes discover Soviet missiles that could easily hit the United States being installed in the U.S.S.R.?s ally, Cuba. Kenneth O?Connell, as portrayed in this movie, is shown to be a man with multiple communication styles that he adjusts from setting to setting. Much of the time he speaks in a very authoritarian way and with considerable finality, but when high-level decisions are being made, he listens to everyone with respect and does not issue orders. However, when it is part of his job to follow through and make sure those group decisions are followed, he does so efficiently and aggressively."
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Gershom Gorenberg's "The End of Days", 2006.
Looks at Gershom Gorenberg's "The End of Days: Fundamentalism and the Struggle for the Temple Mount", which concerns the Israeli-Palestinian conflict over the Temple Mount.
1,250 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper explains the relationship of the leftist versus the rightest dichotomy to the secular versus the spiritual views on conflicts over religion. The paper reviews religious scholar Gershom Gorenberg's book "The End of Days: Fundamentalism and the Struggle for the Temple Mount" in which he agrees moderately with the rightist view that religion's force is basically ambivalent. The paper concludes that to better understand the origins and ways to find solutions to major religious issues, like the Israel-Palestinian conflict, a more balanced understanding of religious (rightist) impulses and secular ideas is necessary. The paper end notes instead of a bibliography.
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"How the temple is to be rebuilt remains unclear to messianic Jews (who want to fulfill the prophecy and bring the first coming of the Jesus/the apocalypse). During the Israeli-Egyptian 6 Days War (1967) Israel conquered the old city of Jerusalem thereby taking into possession the third most important religious site of Islam and most notably the emerging symbol of a nationalist Palestinian state, the Temple Mount. This area is also where the prophet Muhammad (founder of the Muslim faith) ascended to heaven and met God. This will also be the location for the final judgment."
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"Thirteen Days", 2004.
Critical analysis of a film about the Cuban Missile Crisis, "Thirteen Days".
903 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 32.95
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This paper points out the weaknesses in the film, "Thirteen Days". The paper talks about the shortcomings of some of the performances, the inaccuracies of the script concerning historical events, and the exaggerated importance placed on President Kennedy's assistant, Kenny O'Donnel.
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"The film ?Thirteen Days? is an epic film about the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis. The film is chronicled through the eyes of Kenneth O'Donnell, John F. Kennedy's appointments secretary. While the basis of the story is true, there is still much in the film that is based on historical speculation."
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Number Our Days, 2006.
This paper explores the function of religion in our everyday lives by looking at Barbara Myerhoff's "Number Our Days."
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 1 source, $ 26.95
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The paper discusses how Barbara Myerhoff, in "Number Our Days," presents a complex anthropological study of a group of about 300 Jewish American seniors whose lives revolve around the Aliyah Senior Citizen's Center. In Myerhoff's representation of the dynamic interactions of this group, religion plays a central role. As this essay demonstrates, with reference to the Christian community with which I am most acquainted, Myerhoff approaches the role of religion in these seniors' lives not only in terms of Judaism itself but also in an anthropological sense; in terms of the "definitional ceremonies" and rituals with which both practising and critical/non-practising members of the community defined their lives. The paper shows how this dual understanding allows us a broader perspective of the role of religion in our everyday lives.
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"28 Days", 2008.
A film review of Betty Thomas' film "28 Days".
725 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 25.95
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This paper is a critical review of Betty Thomas' movie "28 Days", starring Sandra Bullock as the protagonist, Gwen. The movie tells the story of Gwen's struggle with accepting and overcoming an addiction. The paper comments that the movie seems to follow, in a relatively textbook manner, the road from living an addiction to establishing a new and strong, sober life. The paper maintains that the movie is successful in covering the process of coming to sobriety. Also, despite the textbook nature of the movie, the paper admits that the film provides interesting insight into the process of rehabilitation. The paper concludes by recommending that the reader see the movie.
From the Paper
"Gwen's return to her old life in New York is a time of re-evaluation for her. She meets with her boyfriend and realizes that they are no longer working out together. He won't stop talking, and keeps trying to tell her good stories. Gwen says, "I'm tired of stories. I've got enough stories to tell." This is critical, for it shows that rather than continue to live the lifestyle that she has in the past, she is choosing to live a new one. This symbolically is reflected in her ability to get the horse to raise its foot. Before, while she was in rehab, she could not get it to happen, no matter how hard she tried. Now, after coming to a deeper place of peace, is able to do it. At last, after all the pain, her internal thoughts match her external actions. It is with this knowledge that she is able to tell her boyfriend goodbye, and walk away into a new life. She, in this action, does not secure her future, but rather makes one more step forward in the recovery process."
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"Specimen Days", 2007.
An analysis of the themes and genres in Michael Cunningham's work, "Specimen Days."
1,433 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper discusses Michael Cunningham's work "Specimen Days." It specifically discusses the three genres associated with this work - the ghost story, the thriller and science fiction. It shows how Cunningham's work is named for a collection of Walt Whitman's works by the same name. It then describes how, in the three varied narratives, "In The Machine" (ghost story), "The Children's Crusade" (thriller) and "Like Beauty" (Science fiction), the three differing times in New York City are explored through the lives and interactions of the characters.
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"This idea of Whitman in the first novella as a man to be followed as a replacement for education is essential to the understanding of the character, Lucas who is seeking to find his way into a world that will swallow him, the machine of progress. (Cunningham 4) It would seem a juxtaposition that emulating a critic of progress would be the answer of a young man given the job of a man who had been killed by the machine, but it demonstrates the validity of Lucas' desire to "stop striding altogether." (5) Lucas availed to recite Walt's unfinished work, "Lucas and Catherine would go into the book, for the book was never finished. Lucas would recite it to Walt and to everyone. He would recite what Walt had not yet written, for his life and the book were one thing, and everything he did or said was part of the book." (91)"
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"Around the World in 80 Days" by Jules Verne, 2002.
A review of the book, "Around the World in 80 Days" by Jules Verne, portraying the story of a wealthy London adventurer and his many travels.
750 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 0 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper discusses the classic novel "Around the World in 80 Days" by Jules Verne. It portrays the colorful characters involved in the story and describes the effect of the older writing style, which succeeds in convincing the reader that he has traveled back through time, as well as around the world.
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"The setting for this book is nearly the entire world. As the main character, Phileas Fogg, attempts his feat, he takes the readers to many locales that were quite exotic when the book was written, including Cairo, Egypt; Bombay and Calcutta in India; Hong Kong; Yokohama, Japan; and the wild west of the United States. Each place is described in great detail and gives the reader a better understanding of the place Fogg and his companion have traveled to."
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