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Marian Anderson and Paul Robeson, 2003.
Examines and details the influence that music had on the lives of African-American singers, Marian Anderson and Paul Robeson.
2,024 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 64.95
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Marian Anderson and Paul Robeson were two of America's greatest singers. They both shared a penchant for music that continued with them through their entire lives, and both were two of the first black Americans "to win secure places in the galaxy of concert stars" by the mid-1950s. Although they shared a similar passion, their careers and lives were extremely different. When faced with political situations throughout her singing career, Marian chose to remain relatively silent. Robeson, on the other hand, voiced his opinions about race relations to the entire country and was extremely involved in the political situation of the times. This paper, however, does not delve into the lives of these two icons beyond their music. Instead, it concentrates on what role music played in Marian Anderson's and Paul Robeson's lives , what types of music they were attracted to and for what reasons.
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"Perhaps because Robeson had been singing for his own inner strength all his life that he was extremely singular in what he chose to sing. For example, in 1924 he gave solo concerts, singing the songs of H.T. Burleigh and by doing so "confirming that he had a potential concert career." Robeson did not like the classical European concert style of Burleigh's renditions, though. He preferred "the pure original spirituals arranged by Rosamond Johnson" and "he kept on working on them privately." From 1925 onwards he decided to sing solely spirituals and folk songs of other countries."
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'Paul Robeson: A Biography', 2006.
An analysis of Martin Bauml Duberman's book about the famous African-American singer, Paul Robeson.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 1 source, $ 44.95
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This paper reports on "Paul Robeson: A Biography" by Martin Bauml Duberman, which tells about the man who made a name as one of the most famous black singers and actors of the twentieth century. He achieved his success at a time when racism and discrimination were prevalent and he fought against these ills and became an activist on these and similar issues. He further ran afoul of the political forces of the time because of his communist leanings and this reduced his ability to work in his later years. The paper explains that, in this book, Duberman provides a detailed account of Robeson's life, an in-depth biography that covers Robeson's life and work, including material from his letters and other writings as well as interviews, newspaper and magazine articles, and so on.
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Paul Robeson: A 20th Century Genius, 2008.
This paper nominates Paul Leroy Robeson as a candidate for the 20th Century award.
1,433 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 47.95
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The paper provides a synopsis of Robeson's life and his achievements and examines his impact on arts and culture. The paper shows how Robeson was an amazingly accomplished individual who was known as a scholar, athlete, lawyer, actor, singer, author and social activist. The paper notes that most of his achievements have been obscured because of the propaganda surrounding his connections with the communist party.
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"Paul Leroy Robeson was born on April 9, 1898 in Princeton, New Jersey. His father, William Robeson, a former runaway slave, was a Presbyterian preacher. Paul's mother, Maria Louisa Robeson was from a distinguished family and was a schoolteacher. At the age of six, Paul's mother was killed in a kitchen fire and his father relocated to Westfield, New Jersey. In 1910, the family moved to Somerville, New Jersey where Paul attended Somerville High School. The high school was integrated and surprisingly Paul had minimal race issues in Somerville. He excelled in school. Paul was on the debate team, he made straight A's, he was in the chorus, he played sports, and he was active in drama. Miss Miller, Paul's drama teacher, took a special interest in him. Though it was risky and controversial, Miss Miller believed in Paul so much that she coached him to play the lead role in the Shakespearean play Othello. Paul did get the part and he was a hit (Robeson, 1971)."
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Paul Robeson, 1994.
This paper discusses the life of the African-American singer and actor Paul Robeson: Family, education, career and social and political views.
2,700 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 4 sources, $ 95.95
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"Paul Robeson rose to national and international fame as a multi-talented black man from the most humble beginnings. Paul was born on April 9, 1898, in Princeton, New Jersey, the son on a man who himself had been a slave. William Drew Robeson, Paul's father, was born into slavery in the small town of Robersonville, in Martin County, North Carolina, on July 27, 1845. The determination to expand himself and succeed was as strong in William as it would prove to be in Paul, for William "escaped as a young man of 15 and headed north to freedom via the Underground Railway." Years later, William "had educated himself in the finest classical tradition and graduated from Lincoln University's divinity school.".
William also showed the determination he would pass on to his son in the fact that it was fifteen years after his escape ... "
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Paul Robeson, 1999.
Discusses the life, career and legacy of this 20th Century African-American scholar, singer, actor and social and political activist persecuted by the U.S. government.
3,600 words (approx. 14.4 pages), 3 sources, $ 127.95
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The career of Paul Robeson, an extraordinary scholar, entertainer, and activist, was destroyed by the U.S. government. Robeson was persecuted because he was an idealist, a man of principle. He envisioned an American society in which people of all classes and colors had equal status, and believed that socialism was a promising step toward achieving this ideal.
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"The career of Paul Robeson, an extraordinary scholar, entertainer, and activist, was destroyed by the U.S. government. Robeson was persecuted because he was an idealist, a man of principle. He envisioned an American society in which people of all classes and colors had equal status, and believed that socialism was a promising step toward achieving this ideal. Unfortunately, U.S. government officials believed that any criticism of the American system was subversive. The government subsequently mounted a vicious campaign aimed at rendering Robeson's career virtually nonexistent.
During the 1890s, when Paul Robeson was born, the majority of African Americans lived in the South, an environment charged with racial bitterness and contention. Lynch mobs murdered scores of blacks each year. Although blacks had the right to ..."
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Paul Robeson and Malcolm X, 1994.
A comparison of the lives, education, politics and careers of the African-American leaders.
2,700 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 8 sources, $ 95.95
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"The lives of Paul Robeson and Malcolm X seem quite different in terms of the social milieu through which they moved, yet there are also numerous similarities, especially those associated with being a leading black male in a society infused with racism and discriminatory attitudes. Both men were leaders in the black community, sometimes accepted by the larger society, and at the same time vilified by opponents in the white community as dangerous radicals who needed to be made examples of to deter others from following in their footsteps and from challenging the existing power structure in American society. Both men were also part of a tradition of social reform and protest extending back at least as far as W.E.B. DuBois, a hero to both and a personal friend to Robeson.
In many ways, Robeson was more favored in life than was..."
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Character Sketch of Paul in Willa Cather's "Paul's Case", 2000.
1,318 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 0 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper presents an analysis of Paul's character in Willa Cather's "Paul's Case" by focusing on three of his attributes: 1) his tendency to be very self-oriented and separated from the others around him 2) his over-concern for all things that glitter and 3) his damaged psyche.
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"In Willa Cather?s story ?Paul?s Case?, the character Paul embodied the Calvinist household in which he was raised in. Paul is a very self-oriented and introverted boy whose every action is designed and calculated to prevent others from seeing the real him. Paul is also a person who is overly concerned with money, wealth, and glamour; all which he believes will take him to the top and get him off Cordelia Street, which he despises with a passion. Paul is also under all of his mental armor, is scared, scarred and mentally damaged by his father and by his teachers so much that he can no longer go on living."
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African-Americans in France, 1997.
Examines the period from late 19th C to mid-20th C. Citing personal, racial, political & artistic reasons for emigration. Comparison of culture & lifestyles and examples. (Paul Robeson, Richard Wright, Claude McKay).
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 18 sources, $ 79.95
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"The purpose of this research is to examine the circumstances surrounding the presence of black people, particularly Americans, in France from the late nineteenth century to the present period. The plan of the research will be to set forth the context for the presence of blacks in the country (especially Paris), and then to discuss their mode of life, their treatment by the government, and the political, religious, and educational emphasis of their activities in the country.
One of the challenges of discussing the black presence in France from the nineteenth century to the present is to know where to begin and how to limit the research so that it can convey the core of the experience. The fact that Dumas p?re, who was born in Haiti and died in 1870, was a Creole and fathered Dumas fils, who was active in the French theatre until the 1890s, is on..."
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Messages from James and Paul, 2006.
This paper examines the different messages from James and Paul and Paul's ideas of resurrection.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 35.95
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The paper discusses how the relatively short chapter of James, when compared to the longer writings of Paul to the Romans, appears to illustrate many dividing messages from the early church. The more prolific author, Paul, conveys a much more political agenda, speaking decisively regarding Jews, Gentiles and the Law, while James instead focuses on the importance of actions in faith, writing for "all God's people scattered over the whole world." The paper explains that as these two authors are writing for different audiences, they write with particular purposes. The paper discusses how the letter of James looks closely at specific practices of the Christian beliefs, illustrating how faith is meant to properly be put into action.
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Pope John Paul II, 2005.
This paper reviews and examines the life of Pope John Paul II, as portrayed in Tad Szulc's "Pope John Paul II, The Biography."
2,045 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 64.95
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This paper explores the life and many achievements of the head of the Catholic church, Pope John Paul II. Author Tad Szulc argues in his book "Pope John Paul II, The Biography" that despite a seemingly difficult life and an even more unlikely rise to power, Pope John Paul II played a large role in the collapse of European communism. This paper also details many interesting revelations and historical facts of Pope John Paul II's life.
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"Pope John Paul II has never deviated form the rigid principle he set forth with the start of his papacy. He will not stand for any public dissent within the church on matters of Catholic morality, ethics, faith and interpretation. He subsequently banned all controversial theological debates, citing the old Roman adage, causa finita est, meaning, when Rome speaks the matter is closed. Although his appointment seemed a harsh reality, John Paul none the less took up an almost opposite stance when it came to the poor and oppressed, becoming a powerful advocate for third world nations."
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Paul and Trevor, 2002.
A comparison of the characters Paul (from the short story "Paul's Case" by Willa Cather) and Trevor ("The Destructors"by Graham Greene).
1,081 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 37.95
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The paper looks at two short stories - "Paul's Case" by Willa Cather and "The Destructors" by Graham Greene - and examines the contrasts and similarities between two of the main characters, Trevor and Paul.
The paper shows how both characters are rebels, although the way they rebel differs. It discusses how Trevor's is a physical rebellion, brought on by peer pressure and a need to destroy. Paul, on the other hand, rebels from the inside by way of outlandish clothes and mannerisms - as if to separate himself from the constricted society he finds himself in.
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"Another difference is that Paul lives in fantasies, but Trevor does not. Paul sees the people of Cordelia street as unworthy of what he imagines himself to be and behaves sarcastically towards them, especially his teachers. He wears unbecoming clothes and loses attention to show that he does not belong there. But his rebellion exacts a much higher price in his mind, because he has no power to alter society without forfeiting something of magnitude ? his liberty or his life. Trevor?s ambition is only for the day and does not involve his entire existence."
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Paul, 2002.
A discussion of the apocalyptic views of the Apostle Paul.
1,379 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 46.95
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This paper looks at how the major difference between the Apostle Paul and the other apostles is that Paul had not known Jesus while he was on earth as the Son of God. It examines how Paul?s conversion occurred only after the Ascension and how this fact plays a prominent role in his teachings about Jesus and about the apocalypse. It discusses this aspect of Paul?s Christianity together with specific aspects of the apocalypse that Paul deals with in his writings. The three ages of the apocalypse as seen by Paul are also examined.
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The End of the World (1 Cor. 15)
The Resurrection (1 Cor 15 continued)
The Restoration of the World (Romans 8)
The Coming of Christ (1 Thessalonians 4)
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"First, the end of the world as depicted by Paul in his first epistle to the Corinthians (Chapter 15:20-28) is considered. This is a celebration of God, who will come and reign over everything and everyone. Secondly, and closely related to this is Paul?s view of the resurrection (1Cor15:20-28), during which the earth and human beings are made new to conform to the spiritual realm. Thirdly Paul?s description of the restoration of the world in Romans 8:18-25 is considered. Here the premise is the hope that every Christian lives in that the suffering experienced in the world will end in glory. Finally, the way in which Paul deals with the coming of Christ in his first epistle to the Thessalonians (Chapter 4:13-18) is considered. Here Paul continues the theme of hope in terms of being reunited with those who have passed away."
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Matthew's Letter to Paul, 2002.
This paper is a letter of response from Matthew to Paul, written as if Matthew had discovered Paul's letters to the Galatians.
755 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 26.95
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This essay is in the form of a letter from the Apostle Matthew to Paul. The letter cogently outlines Matthew's points of disagreement with Paul on issues of doctrine, practice and adherence to the laws according to the Old Testament.
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"Dear Paul,
"I have come upon your letter written to the people of Galatia and I am appalled that you take the laws of the Torah so lightly. You claim that you received a revelation from Jesus Christ and are; therefore, an apostle of Jesus. How then could you have misunderstood the reason for his existence here on earth? You have stated, "A man is not justified by observing the law, but by faith in Jesus Christ" and that "by observing the law no one will be justified." You are preaching this to Gentile Christians, telling them they are not required to obey the Law of Moses. You do this because you believe Jesus came to abolish the Jewish laws, while the opposite is true."
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Apostle Paul, 2006.
A look at the life and role of the Apostle, Paul.
3,128 words (approx. 12.5 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 91.95
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This paper examines the life of the Apostle Paul. The paper provides a biography of Paul's life and discusses Paul's qualifications for the work which God called him to perform. The paper also discusses Paul's first, second and third mission within the timeline of his life.
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Introduction
His Life
Significance of Paul
Conclusion
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"Paul has often been credited with making sure that the Christian faith became a universal faith. While there were many important names in the bible who helped to create the foundational universal nature of the Christian faith, Paul traveled the world to do it and the fact that he had been a rabbi gave his word a significant amount of creditability during the process. "
"Another contributor to the great significance that Apostle Paul had when it came to the Christian faith was his writing ability. While many of the Lord's followers were able to produce speeches and talks that were guided by the Lord, Paul had an extremely talented writing ability. This was during a time in which educated people who could write well were highly regarded, respected and revered. Paul was one of those people so much so that even from his house arrest status and his time in jail he was able to write down the things that he wanted the world to know about the Christian faith and have it spread in that manner . "
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The Apostle Paul, 2002.
Examines the Book of Paul and the writings pertaining to Paul's conversion.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 26.95
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It is the purpose of this paper to examine the Book of Paul and writings about him that illustrate his conversion and his journey's end.
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