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"Pacific Heights", 2001.
Examines the themes of landlord-tenant relations and legal restrictions as presented in the film "Pacific Heights".
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 0 sources, $ 31.95
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"The film "Pacific Heights" contains a strong criticism of California tenant-landlord laws. The film finds that these laws are too much in favor of the renter, leaving the landlord open to any number of abuses. Those abuses may be greatly exaggerated in the film, given that the tenant is a man with an antisocial agenda who deliberately manipulates the law so he can continue to carry on his own criminal enterprise. However underlying the melodramatic happenings are real issues of what is fair and legal and why the two are not always the same.
Of course, the issues are loaded in this film because the landlords are a young couple who are as nice as the tenant is sinister. The tenant is a man named Carter, and he is a phony who lives as a con man of some sort and who sees this rental room as a chance to steal some valuable paneling and fixtures and ..."
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The Pacific Rim, 2002.
A study of why the Pacific Rim (Asia Pacific) has become an important region.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper describes the Pacific Rim as an important region in the world and its development through crises.
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The Golan Heights, Syria and the Middle East Peace Process, 2002.
A discussion of the relationship between Israel and Syria over the Golan Heights and its effect on the Middle East peace process.
2,688 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 80.95
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This paper examines the history of the conflict between Israel and Syria over the Golan Heights. Syria remains the one Arab neighbor that has never entered into formal negotiations with Israel. It looks at how Gaza and the West Bank have become subjects not only of negotiation but also of active peacemaking and how the Golan Heights alone has never been brought to the peace table, much less placed on it. It provides a brief description of the history and the geography of the Heights and the current situation and analyzes the prospects of any form of local peace in the near future.
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"Yet for all these similarities, there is one profound difference: Assad has always been a "player" in Middle Eastern politics, while Saddam Hussein has never been. To some degree this can be explained by geography: Syria has a border with Israel and therefore must be integral to any overall Arab-Israeli settlement, whereas Iraq does not. However, that cannot be the only explanation; Iraq is an important regional power, and the Arab-Israeli issue is not the only game in the Middle East; there is also (among others) the Persian Gulf. The more fundamental reason is the nature and skills of the two men themselves. Both have a gift for staying in power, but Assad also has shown great talent at making himself an indispensable man: without his support no general Arab-Israeli peace can be established, but also without him no anti-Israeli front was viable."
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Conditions of Economic Growth and the Asia-Pacific Region, 2002.
A study of the preconditions and policies required for economic growth and why some Asia-Pacific countries have failed to achieve sustainable long-term growth.
1,030 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 28 sources, APA, $ 36.95
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A study into why certain Asia-Pacific countries such as Cambodia fail to reach long-term economic growth and an explanation of the conditions and policies needed in an economic climate to achieve this growth.
The paper covers the following topics:
Preconditions for faster economic growth
Policies for faster economic growth
Asia Pacific LDCs (Least Developed Countries) & Cambodia
The paper is filled with examples and recent statistics of countries including USA, Australia, Taiwan, Europe, Japan, Cambodia, and Asia-Pacific LDCs in general.
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"According to McTaggart et al, there are several pre-conditions for economic growth. One of which is the existence of an institutional framework that is crucial to the creation of incentives. This institutional framework included markets (supply and demand), property rights, facilities for monetary exchange, as well as simple and transparent regulatory systems (1999: 32.7). Market prices send signals to buys and sellers that create incentives to increase or decrease the quantities demanded and supplied. Markets also enable people to specialise and trade and to save and invest. Property rights are the social arrangements that govern the ownership, use and disposal of factors of production and goods and services (McTaggart et al, 1999:32.17). They include the rights to physical property, to financial property and to intellectual property. The existence of property rights and their enforcement by the law provide people with certainty in their business dealings and hence they help provide macroeconomic stability and a pre-condition for growth."
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Georgia-Pacific, 2005.
This paper compares two companies in the paper industry, Georgia-Pacific and International Paper, from the standpoint of investors.
4,030 words (approx. 16.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 109.95
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This paper explains that International Paper, considering industry-wide overcapacity, would not necessarily lead to improved profitability, and the risks of owning Georgia-Pacific stock include the company's severe exposure to asbestos liabilities and environmental lawsuits and the high leverage on the balance sheet. The author points out that the stock market "bulls" state that IP occupies the industry's number one spot in coated and uncoated paper, bleached board and land ownership; the number two spot in softwood lumber production and the number three spot in container-board, which translates into scale advantages. The paper relates that the "bulls" state that the sale of Georgia-Pacific's low-margin construction-products distribution business will free up more than $1 billion to put toward debt reduction. Many tables and charts.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Strategy
Management
Financial Health
Growth
Valuation
Risk
Conclusions regarding International Paper
Bulls' Opinion
Bears' Opinion
Conclusions regarding Georgia-Pacific
Bulls' Opinion
Bears' Opinion
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"Over the past three years, International Paper has consolidated its position in the industry. Its strategy was to use acquisitions in order to build momentum and sell any assets that cannot be used in one of the company's three core categories. International Paper bought Champion International for $9.5 billion in 2000 and subsequently sold non-essential assets which were in total value of $3 billion. When it comes to strategy, Georgia-Pacific's intention is to distance itself from commodity wood and paper products, and move into high-value-added businesses, that also present the advantage to be close to the consumer. In 2001, the company spun off its timber operations and sold a portion of its pulp and paper assets. In 2002, the company sold its paper distribution business. Finally, in 2004, GP sold its construction-product distribution business and two pulp mills."
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Israel, Syria and the Golan Heights, 2005.
A negotiation analysis of the dispute over the Golan Heights between the two Middle Eastern countries, Israel and Syria.
10,600 words (approx. 42.4 pages), 38 sources, APA, $ 211.95
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This paper examines the issue of the Golan Heights and traces the path that the two countries followed to arrive at their current position of negotiation, stalled as they are. In the process of this examination, the paper identifies what circumstances are needed to change in order for fruitful negotiations to take place. The paper explains that by examining what paths have been followed that lead to the failure to work out an agreement for the Golan Heights is remarkably revealing, both in demonstrating a pattern of behavior between the two nations and in assessing the viability of a negotiation that provides both nations with a comprise upon which they could agree. The paper includes tables and a map.
Paper Outline:
Introduction
Problem Statement and Goal
Relevance and Significance
Barriers and Issues
Limitations
Research Questions
Historical Overview
The Golan Heights Overview
Existence of the Years
Summary
Driving Forces
Strategic
Water Factor
Syrian Economy
Israeli Economy
Economic Summary
Political Forces
National Pride
Global Forces
Destruction of Israel
Summary
Negotiating Tactics and Outcomes
Negotiating about Negotiation Terms
Inflated Opening Position
The "Limited Authority" Gambit
Assessment of Negotiations
References
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"Syria demands the return of land that it claims belongs to the country. In the eyes of the Syrian people, the land is Arab land at the very least and Syria has the most reasonable claim to it since it possessed the land prior to the Israeli occupation. Unable to reclaim the land due to a feeble military and fractured economy, Syria has taken more sinister steps to pressure the Israelis into negotiating. Primarily the Syrians have launched terrorist attacks through the use of Hezzbolah which have killed and injured thousands of Israelis. Through the actions taken by the terrorists, the Golan Heights have been brought to the negotiating table where Syria can have its demands heard."
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The Pacific Rim, 2002.
An overview of the culture, economy, geography, demographics, and military factors of the Pacific Rim.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 9 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper is an examination of the elements that combine to define the nations of the Pacific Rim. It examines culture, economy, geography, demographics, and military factors among all of the Pacific Rim nations. It concludes that the term "Pacific Rim" is a cultural, geographic, demographic, and economic descriptor of a region with those commonalities.
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The Pacific Opera Company, 2005.
A study of the Pacific Opera Company in Sydney, Australia, including current audience demographics and current company operations.
2,850 words (approx. 11.4 pages), 30 sources, MLA, $ 84.95
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Pacific Opera is a training opera company. It provides opera singers, mostly who are graduates of music degrees, the opportunity to improve their skills in order to reach professional standard. The aim of this paper is to create a profile of Pacific Opera's existing audience for the purpose of establishing audience satisfaction with Pacific Opera as a company. It also investigates current literature along with quantitative and qualitative data. The findings are presented and recommendations are made for future studies.
Outline
Introduction
Literature Review
Methodology
Body of Research
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"This research report was completed as part of the subject requirements Research into structure of small training opera companies found that most of these were attached to a flagship opera company. (www.knoxvilleopera.com, www.sfopera.com, www.glimmerglass.org, www.dc-opera.org) These small companies would offer intensive workshop and performance opportunities for graduate or post graduate opera singers looking to improve their skills prior to becoming professional. (www.knoxvilleopera.com, www.sfopera.com, www.glimmerglass.org, www.dc-opera.org)
Funding for these companies appears to come directly from their linked flagship company as well as directly from patrons. (www.sfopera.com, www.glimmerglass.org) Two of the investigated companies did receive sponsorship in the form of in kind donations such as Italian dictionaries for the singers. (www.dc-opera.org) None stated that they receive government funding. "
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The Economic Miracle in Asia Pacific, 2006.
An examination of the historical, political, economic and social context upon which economic development in the Asia Pacific is based.
5,375 words (approx. 21.5 pages), 29 sources, APA, $ 132.95
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The essay is a systematic synthesis of the literature on economic history and political science that explains the East Asian miracle. It argues that state intervention has been a fundamental tenet of the great transformation of societies and economies in the East and Southeast Asian countries. The paper takes several case studies in East and Southeast Asia in comparative perspective to show the similarities and differences of the development experiences in the region.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Context Setting: Asia Pacific in Global and Regional Perspectives
The East Asian Miracle in Theoretical Perspectives: Market-friendly and Developmental State Explanations
Relevant Themes on the East Asian Economic Miracle: Agricultural transformations in East Asia and the role of industrial policy in Asia Pacific
Agricultural Transformation in East Asian Countries
The State and Industrial Policy: Comparing East and Southeast Asia
Conclusions
Appendix
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"The Asia Pacific has been the most dynamic region in the world with countries sustaining growth rates from 3 - 7% for decades, reducing absolute and relative poverty, and undergoing structural changes in demographic, economic and political terms. While area specialists do not claim a single model to be followed by the developing world, it is worthy to study the common conditions, policy choices, and challenges that these countries have faced. The East Asian Miracle indeed challenges scholars and policy makers to think beyond the standard Western model of development based on blind liberalization, deregulation, and privatization. Bearing in mind the nuances and commonalities across the region, there are lessons to be drawn if only to better understand the trajectory the region is currently taking."
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Calpine vs. Pacific Gas & Electric, 2006.
A review and comparison of the Calpine independent power company and Pacific Gas and Electric.
2,185 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 68.95
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This paper discusses the Calpine Company, an independent power producer that was established in 2002, comparing it to the Pacific Gas and Electric company. The paper reviews these two companies from an organizational business perspective.
Contents:
Calpine
Pacific Gas and Electric
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"In order to develop its business and manage the risk, the company has extended its activities, providing also commodity investment optimization, gas aggregation and arbitrage, logistics and settlement, risk management and energy management consulting. This creases the basis for more profit but also increases the costs related to the staff know how, to provide the appropriate infrastructure and all the cost incurred to the development of new projects (marketing plans, management administration, new logistics, etc). This may be a partially explanation of the overall increase in revenues of 4% (9.2 billion dollars) for the fiscal year 2005. To sustain that fragile figure of the revenue for the year 2005, it can be added that the energy market is a stable and a constant one, with a little increase of the market share during the time (the rate of the consumption is almost constant and it is not very easy to be influenced). "
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Disease in the Pacific Islands, 2005.
An analysis of the effects of diseases introduced to the Pacific Islands by European explorers, missionaries and beachcombers.
1,840 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 59.95
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This paper analyses the various effects of the introduction of new diseases to the Pacific. It contains accounts of various epidemics and their effects and consequences for both island populations and foreigners. History, politics, and science combine to provide an interesting and informative evaluation of early European involvement in the Pacific.
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"While the impact of yaws in Tahiti cannot be attributed to Europeans, the spread of this disease to certain other communities, as well as the introduction of syphilis and gonorrhoea to most island groups, is indisputably the fault of these voyagers. While venereal disease had little impact on mortality, it was responsible for lowered natality. The importance of syphilis was not generally high due to the presence of yaws. Gonorrhoea, on the other hand, often renders sterile those unfortunate women who contract it and thus played a significant role in the depopulation of certain communities, including those of Tahiti, Hawaii, and New Zealand Maori. "So long as venereal diseases were widespread [...] populations could not recover." "
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Western Pacific Rim, 2002.
A look at the economic strength of the Western Pacific Rim countries.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 10 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper analyzes the Western Pacific Rim. Comprising developed and developing nations like Australia, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Laos, Malaysia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam, the Western Pacific Rim is a significant area in terms of its powerful growing economy, and its rich, evolving geology. Situated at volcanic and tectonic zones, its countries are either developed or developing depending upon their history and extent of utilization of resources.
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Emily Bront??s ?Wuthering Heights?, 2004.
This paper discusses Emily Bront??s ?Wuthering Heights?, a novel demonstrating fragmentation through separation.
1,430 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper explains that Emily Bront??s novel, ?Wuthering Heights?, is a work of contrasts, such as masculine versus feminine, the introvert versus the extrovert, and power over passivity. The author points out that the female desiring power in a patriarchal environment contrasts sharply with a male?s desire for the civilizing effect of culture. The paper relates, in detail, the portrayal of Catherine and Heathcliff as two sides of one being, which assists the reader in the discovery that "Wuthering Heights" is not a love story in the usual style.
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"Heathcliff?s side is introversion. From the point of his introduction into the Height?s household, the boy is described as gibbering and unable to communicate. From this can be seen that the boy, however objectionable, is isolated. His initial treatment at the hands of Mrs. Earnshaw and the children heightens this isolation, and he becomes ostracized. Even Nelly Dean, the servant, refers to the child as ?it? and describes him as a ?sullen, patient child? (22). Heathcliff doesn?t seem to react to either emotional or physical bullying. Hindley repeatedly attacks him, but Heathcliff does not react. Rather he internalizes his reactions. He is pushed under the hooves of a horse and bears this with silence and coolness. Nelly mistakenly reads this reaction as being proof that the child is not vindictive, but later finds this not to be the case (23). The child has internalized and introverted his anger, not in order to diffuse it, but to store and hone it for later use."
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Cathay Pacific, 2006.
An analytical review of the financial results of Cathay Pacific Airways Group.
2,988 words (approx. 12.0 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 88.95
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This paper presents an analytical review of Cathay Pacific Airways Group financial results for the year ended 31st December 2002 and its financial position as on that date. Among the financial topics addressed are Cathay Pacific's financial performance, its accounting policies and its financial reporting procedure and compliance with standards. The paper also discusses some of the key risks that the airline industry in general and Cathay in particular face in the next few years.
Table of Contents
Aim and Objective
Review Highlights
Company Profile
Financial Overview
Key Financial Indicators
Critical Review of Key Accounting Policies
Review of Financial Reporting Standards
Operating Performance Review
Corporate Governance
Inter-Airline and Industry Comparison
Market Perception and Future Outlook
Conclusion
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"Aviation industry is currently facing a global downturn impacted by Gulf War, SARS and terrorist activities, and a full recovery is not expected before 2005. In view of these uncertainties, the future expansion of Cathay will have to be carefully managed with a focus on financial strategy, cost effectiveness and service innovation. Some of the key risks that the airline industry in general and Cathay in particular face in the next few years have been outlined under conclusion."
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Origins of WWII in the Pacific, 2001.
A look at three views for the cause of the outbreak of WWII in the Pacific.
2,130 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 3 sources, $ 66.95
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Different views on the causes of the Second World War in the Pacific. The author discusses three possibilities for the outbreak of the war: Roosevelt?s hard-lined advisors with their harsh policies towards Japan were responsible for the outbreak of war, that the situation in Russia defined American policies in the Pacific and therefore caused the outbreak of war and that the war was caused by Japan breaking the Washington Conference system.
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"Many people today believe that Franklin D. Roosevelt was alone responsible for the outbreak of war in the Pacific against Japan in 1941. Many historians contest this view. There were many causes for the start of World War II in the Pacific but no one person is to blame. In an essay by Akira Iriye, ?Clash of Systems: The International Community Confronts Japanese Aggression,? he says the overall situation in Asia caused the war and not F.D.R. in particular. In another essay by Hosoya Chihiro, ?Miscalculation & Economic Sanctions: U.S. Hardliners Ensure War with Japan,? states that Roosevelt was not responsible for this war but his advisors were. In an essay by Waldo Heinrichs, ?Roosevelt?s Global Perspective: The Russian Factor in Japanese-American Relations,? in which he states that Roosevelt had policies against Japan so they would not invade the Soviet Union. There were many factors that led to war in the Pacific but there is no central cause."
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