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Mythical Opposition in Western Film, 2007.
An analysis of John Belton's theories of the western movie genre, focusing on mythical opposition of nature and characters in the movie "Shane".
1,615 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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This paper analyzes the western movie genre. The paper specifically examines John Belton's theories in relation to how nature and the main character are engaged in mythological opposition using the 1953 movie "Shane." The paper describes the movie and discusses how the various scenes add to the theme of mythical opposition.
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"Every good western movie has a final showdown. The final showdown symbolizes the final battle between the two opposing forces of the movie. In this case the Ryker gang symbolizes chaos and stands in the way of the march of civilization. The Ryker gang is as untamed as the forces of nature. In the final showdown of Shane the Ryker gang and the homesteaders Knight in shining armor come face to face. The scene takes place in a saloon and Shane is at first outnumbered. He stands very little chance of success, yet it feels compelled to continue because he feels that he must win this one for the homesteaders. The Ryker gang cannot prevail and continue with their reign of terror. Shame faces an enemy of mythological proportions and yet somehow manages to overcome them in the final scene."
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German Opposition To Hitler, 1987.
Argues that Hitler's rise to power, & control of Germany by the Nazi Party, was not without opposition. States that even after ascension of Nazi Party, opposition continued from inside & outside the government.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, $ 23.95
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"The Nazis did not come to power in Germany without opposition, and they did not develop their war machine in an atmosphere completely without resistance. There was resistance to the Nazis within German society from a number of people and groups in society, and this resistance was dealt with harshly as the Nazis tried to consolidate their own power and bring everyone into conformity with their program of belligerence toward Germany's neighbors.
During the early days of the rise of the National Socialists to power, there were three characteristics of the regime: 1) a commitment to national tradition to make Germans identify with the state and its power; 2) the joining of tradition with the promise of a new order, of an historic breakthrough, and of a national revival and renewal; and 3) terror directed at enemies and at the (...)"
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Opposition to the Atomic Bombing of Japanese Cities, 2002.
This paper looks at the popular, scientific and political opposition to the atomic bombings of the Second World War.
2,550 words (approx. 10.2 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 77.95
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There was much opposition to the U.S. bombings on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945. This paper examines some of the political opposition, firstly and initially by Truman. It then looks at the opposition of three scientists - Leo Szilard, Albert Einstein and J. Robert Oppenheimer. The many military generals and politicians' oppositions are also listed.
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"Contrary to the images displayed by World War II propaganda, the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki were widely criticized, not only by 1960?s radicals, but also by many influential figures of the conservative establishment, scientists, and those in the highest ranks of the military. These people, in addition to countless citizens and political officials, considered the use of the atomic bomb to have been militarily unnecessary and morally repugnant based on the information available to them in the summer of 1945."
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International Opposition to Apartheid, 2006.
An analysis of the impact of international opposition to apartheid in South Africa 1960 - 1984.
3,840 words (approx. 15.4 pages), 28 sources, APA, $ 105.95
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This paper examines early international opposition to apartheid and its discussion by the U.N. including it's failure as a result of disagreements.
It looks at the attempts to impose sanctions against South Africa and the reluctance of Western states to antagonise South Africa due to trade and fears over communism. It discusses the relatively effective action of businesses and individuals through disinvestment as well as the attitudes of American Presidents and their effects on international opposition. The paper also touches on attempts by African states to oppose apartheid in South Africa and the use of sport (such as exclusion from sporting events) to isolate South Africa from the rest of the international community.
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"The United Nations was one of the first international bodies to take action against the South African government; Reddy claims that as early as 1946, the question of South Africa's racial policy was being raised in the UN. It is claimed changes in the rest of the world resulted in increased pressure on the South African regime from the UN. As a growing number of former colonies gained independence, they used the UN to highlight the issue of South Africa's racial policy. For example, in 1952, 14 African and Arabic states placed South Africa on the agenda of the UN General Assembly, claiming that the policy 'had created a dangerous and explosive situation that held a danger to international peace and represented a blatant breach of the basic principals of human rights and freedoms' . "
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Imposing Western Human Rights on Non-Western Cultures, 2002.
Addresses the question which asks if the imposition of Western human rights values on non-Western traditions constitute a form of imperialism?
4,650 words (approx. 18.6 pages), 14 sources, $ 169.95
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The objective of this paper is to further explore the concept of human rights. A particular focus will be placed on the question of whether or not the imposition of western human rights values on non-western traditions constitutes a form of imperialism. At the root of the issue, it seems is the issue of what should weigh more, human rights or state sovereignty. In the end, of course, there is no definitive answer to this question. What it can, and will, do, however, is look at the dynamics of human rights in the international arena and comment on whether western rhetoric on human rights is in the sphere of imperialism, or neo-imperialism.
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The Opposition to A Central Government, 2002.
Discusses the opposition encountered by American leaders when they decided to form a central government.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper discusses the opposition American leaders encountered after the Revolution when they decided to form a central government. The independent states feared that such a government would suppress them and would interfere with their internal affairs. Heated debates and uprisings characterize the period that started with the framing of Articles in 1777 and ended with the final adoption of the United States constitution in 1787.
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"Participation and Opposition", 2003.
An examination of Robert Dahl's arguments regarding polyarchy in his book "Participation and Opposition".
1,610 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 55.95
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This paper studies Robert Dahl's ideas regarding polyarchy, which he elucidates in his book "Participation and Opposition". The paper focuses on Dahl's reference to the government giving all full citizens certain rights and opportunities, such as formulating and signifying their preferences. The paper also looks at Dahl's ideas regarding implementing change. The paper concludes with the author's personal opinion of writer.
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Mythical Symbolization, 2002.
How "The Comedy of Errors" brought out mythical symbolization of Greek animals.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper focuses on the theme of transformation in the "Comedy of Errors" brought out by the mythical representations of the Greek animals.
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Verichip Use and Opposition, 2004.
An examination of the use of verichip technology and the opposition to its use from human rights activists.
4,421 words (approx. 17.7 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 116.95
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This paper examines the controversy surrounding the technology of a verichip, a minute chip injected under the skin and containing personal and security information. It discusses the benefit of such a technology in insuring authorized entry into nuclear plants, plane cockpits, etc. It also presents the arguments of the human rights activists who claim that this could have a detrimental affect on human privacy.
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"Recently a great deal of debate has arisen concerning a new technology which promises to radically alter the relationship between government and citizens, business and the consumer, and many aspects of our lives we now take for granted. The technologies being developed by the Applied Digital Solutions Corporation, such as Verichip and the Digital Angel, have been hailed by some as a true advancement in providing services and security in an increasingly complex and dangerous world. However, others fail to be as enthusiastic about the birth of this new technology, and even go so far as to claim it represents a true threat to the liberty, freedom, and privacy of the American people. Others claim that this technology is literally a tool of the devil designed to extend his oppression across the human race. The conflict over these technologies does not seem as if it will significantly impair their continued progress. However, it is important to pay attention to this conflict, and take it into account when thinking about the new technology. One hope some kind of compromise can be created between the security made possible by this new technology and the threat it may pose to human rights."
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South African Opposition to Abolition, 2008.
A look at the opposition to the abolition of slavery in South Africa in the writings of South African jurist Christoffel Brand and Governor of the United Laagers, Piet Retief.
880 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 31.95
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This paper discusses colonial resistance to abolition in South Africa. In particular, the paper looks at the views of Christoffel Brand and Piet Retief regarding slavery and contends that their attitudes were the product both of a formerly accepted ethical acquiescence to slavery and of the heightened pressures to be disabused of this acceptance.
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"And ultimately, it is apparent that Brand's fears are warranted. Between the time of his grievance in 1831 and Piet Retief's Manifesto in 1837, British Parliament had completely outlawed all forms of slavery on its soil or in its foreign holdings. Naturally, in such prominent colonial locales as Cape Towne, to where both authors in question draw their origins, this would have a determinant impact on the future of Africa. In many ways, the moment captured by Retief's series of complaints may be seen as an inflection point leading to an end of British dominance on the African continent."
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"Troy": A Mythical Remake, 2006.
A review of the 2004 movie "Troy".
850 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 0 sources, $ 30.95
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This paper reviews the mythic film "Troy" and compares it to Homer's "The Iliad", upon which it is loosely based. The paper discusses how the film bring to life mythical heroes and villains in a the great tale of love, war, loyalty, deception, honor, victory and defeat. The paper traces the love story between the beautiful Helen of Troy, who was originally the wife of King Menelaus of Sparta and Prince Paris of Troy, who secretly takes Helen home to Troy with him after visiting King Menelaus in Sparta. The paper also asserts that while the movie is not a verbatim account of the book, it is true to its essential nature as a long, vivid, colorful tale about war and peace, and about human pride and foibles.
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"The factuality of the events told within the Iliad itself remains debatable. For instance, historians still do not know if there really was a great Trojan war of the sort described in the Iliad, , or, if so, if such a war was really about love, jealousy, and revenge, or perhaps more likely in actuality, about commerce. The Trojan War, if it happened at all, may have just used the excuse of Helen's and Paris's illicit love to restart the same tired conflict between Troy and Mycenae Greece, after a brief respite. Based on historical, anthropological, and other research, there was in fact some sort of Trojan-Greek conflict at this time. Therefore, he Trojan War, as we know it through the Iliad, was not simply a figment of a blind man's rich poetic imagination."
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German Opposition to the War in Iraq, 2005.
An analysis of the German Foreign and Security Policy (GFSP) in relation to the Iraq war.
4,050 words (approx. 16.2 pages), 19 sources, $ 160.95
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This paper examines Germany's opposition to the war in Iraq. It examines key developments in German Foreign and Security Policy since unification, discusses who determines GFSP, evaluates how it is administered, and assesses present conditional factors. Upon examining these issues, Sebastian Harnisch concluded that GFSP since unification can best be described as modified continuity, and this paper agrees with this assessment. Regard for continuity was manifested in Germany's opposition to the war in Iraq, while Kosovo and Afghanistan demonstrated that changes in policy are sometimes implemented when international crises arise.
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Opposition in Union, 2002.
A thematic analysis of Jean Rhys' "Wide Sargasso Sea".
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In "Wide Sargasso Sea", Jean Rhys rewrites Charlotte Bronte's classic novel Jane Eyre, re-forming and reforming much of the precursor work's assumptions about race and gender, nation and identity. Among the several themes prominent in the author's reforming venture, particular emphasis is placed on the opposition created by the 'union' of Edward and Antoinette. These two characters, emerging from radically different spheres, meet and marry, but remain opposite and in conflict, their relationship an incendiary proposition, a catalyst to disaster.
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Opposition to the Rebuilding : An Exegesis of Ezra 4:1-5, 2000.
This essay attempts to show that while we trust God with a devout faith, we must be discretely suspicious and wary of men.
1,035 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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The following paper critically analyses the verses from the Bible: An Exegesis of Ezra 4:1-5 according to textual, grammatical, literary, historical, form and redaction aspects.The author contends that every attempt to revive true religion will stir up the opposition of Satan, and of those in whom he works. According to this author?Ezra 4:1-5 was a distinct illustration of this theory.
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"Adversaries referred to in verse one is from the Hebrew adjectival form of tsar. In this context, it may be used interchangeably with enemy. The enemy referred to is the Samaritans, the remainder of the ten tribes, and the foreigners who had joined with them. Judah refers to the kingdom comprised of the tribes of Judah and Benjamin which occupied the southern part of Canaan after the nation split upon the death of Solomon while Benjamin is the tribe descended from Benjamin, the son of Jacob".
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Arguments in Opposition to the Death Penalty, 2002.
An analysis and examination of capital punishment from an anti-death penalty viewpoint.
1,300 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 24 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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The writer claims that concretely and in practice, compelling arguments against capital punishment ought to be made on the basis of its actual administration in our society. The paper discusses the history of the death penalty and brings forward arguments in opposition to capital punishment.
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"Another argument set forth by opponents of capital punishment is that it is ethically and morally wrong, particularly since "there continue to be many instances of innocent people being sentenced to death." (Tabak 38). In recent years, there have been numerous high profile death penalty cases in which the defendant was arguably represented by ineffective counsel. As one scholar noted, "[a]ttorneys appointed to represent indigent capital defendants frequently lack the qualities necessary to provide a competent defense and sometimes have exhibited such poor character that they have subsequently been disbarred." (Taback 37). By contrast, the state is "aided by the police, other law enforcement agencies, crime labs, state mental hospitals, and various other scientific resources, and prosecutors who are experienced in successfully handling capital cases, compulsory process, and grand juries." (Taback 37)."
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