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Revolutionary Odyssesy, 2002.
A discussion of Sergei Eisenstei and the propoganda cinema of early Soviet Russia.
1,544 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 50.95
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The films of the soviet montage were historically inaccurate films made to service the needs of a very powerful communist government, a government very aware of the power of the cinema and propaganda. This paper explores the way Eisenstein re-created the past in his films and created a filmic mythology of the revolution. It explains that Eisenstein created this mythology by creating politically successful films, also by introducing the idea of heroic realism, by using documentary conventions and by using the techniques of plotless cinema.
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?We stopped the event where it had become an asset to the revolution? ?Sergei Eisenstein This quote summarises the attitude of the filmmakers of the soviet montage era. The films of the soviet montage were historically inaccurate films made to service the needs of a very powerful communist government, a government very aware of the power of the cinema and propaganda. The revolutionary filmmakers who were sponsored by the government pandered to the taste of the current leaders, and by doing so created a filmic representation of reality far different from actual events. Filmmakers such as Eisenstein twisted reality to suit the needs of the revolution."
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Revisionist Vs. Revolutionary Marxism, 2008.
An analysis of the tensions between revisionist and revolutionary Marxism.
1,211 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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The paper identifies the most significant tension between revolutionary and revisionist Marxism that was a fundamental disagreement over how to rid the world of capitalism and replace it with communism. The paper explains that revolutionary Marxists believed that communism could only be achieved through violent upheaval or revolution, while revisionist Marxists believed that communism could be achieved through gradual and peaceful means.
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"As is the case with every ideology, the central and significant tensions within Marxism can be identified in terms of their different prescriptions for political life. Revolutionary Marxists believed in the prescription for revolution formulated by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels in The Communist Manifesto, which called for the overthrow of capitalist governments in Europe by the working class.
"Marx expected The Communist Manifesto to trigger revolution across Europe and believed he would be able to contribute directly to the triumph of communism through the fiery rhetoric of the Manifesto. He proclaimed that, "the immediate aim of the Communists is the same as that of all other proletarian parties: formation of the proletariat into a class, overthrow of the bourgeois supremacy, and conquest of political power by the proletariat." (Marx and Engels)"
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Che Guevara: The Unsuccessful Revolutionary, 2006.
A critical look at Che Guevara's life as a revolutionary, more specifically, his intentions and the outcome of his actions and their effects.
2,814 words (approx. 11.3 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 83.95
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Che's post-"Motorcycle Diaries" life as a revolutionary is reviewed from his first encounter with resistance in Guatemala to his successful revolt in Cuba to his execution in Bolivia. Topics including Che's beliefs and ideologies, his revolution attempts and the immediate and indirect effects of his actions are explored through Che's own writings and a host of factual and opinionated reviews from Che's time to the present day. After thorough review of the topic, a look is taken at the range of contemporary opinion held about Che and specific viewpoints are highlighted. Finally, a conclusion is drawn in comparison and contrast to contemporary views, finding that Che's intentions were indeed admirable, however the effect of his efforts was sub-par.
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"Che believed that for capitalism to be crushed, a complete social revolution, a worldwide uprising and cooperative movement of the working class would be necessary: "it must be defeated in a world confrontation" ("Che":Wikiquote). As later revealed in a public speech in the Algers, Che also believed that unless the soviets and other major communist powers were prepared to give unconditional support to reforming third-world countries (resulting in a loss for their own countries) they were no better than the profit-seeking imperialists themselves (Che 127). Making this particular speech worsened his relations with Russia (James 131), then allies of Cuba, but stands as testament to Che's unwillingness to curb his beliefs against the powerful, even if it meant scrutinizing allies. Necessary to fighting for a good cause is the unwillingness to compromise that cause."
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Revolutionary Movements in China, 2005.
An analysis of the Chinese revolutionary movements, focusing on power base and military ability.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 4 sources, $ 44.95
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The paper discusses the revolutionary movements in China between 1926 and 1928. The paper examines accounts from Mao in 1926 and 1928 with particular focus on issues of power base and military ability. The work of two other writers is used to demonstrate the contradictions in Mao's accounts.
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"Revolutionary movements in China appear to be an important part of modern Chinese history. Although the actual role of revolutions in modern Chinese history is indisputable, the character of these revolutions is often debatable. One of the most debated aspects of the revolutionary period in modern China has been the nature of the revolutionary movement's power base. This essay will examine the nature of the power base of the revolutionary communist party. By examining the works of Mao in 1926 and 1928 it will be demonstrated that the thoughts on the power base of the communist party changed significantly between 1926 and 1928."
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Revolutionary Years in American History, 2002.
Explains the concept of "Revolutionary Years" (1500-1900) in American history.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 53.95
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This paper will cover, in its first half, the years 1500-1900 and why they were considered "revolutionary" in the history of the United States. The second half of this paper will discuss America's economics in the period between 1776- 1800.
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The Revolutionary War and the African-American Soldier, 2000.
An exploration of African-Americans' roles in the Revolutionary War, including personal accounts from soldiers who served.
3,820 words (approx. 15.3 pages), 3 sources, $ 104.95
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This paper explores African-Americans role in the Revolutionary War. It begins with laws that concerned blacks and firearms as early as 1609. It discusses accounts from actual African Americans and their stories. The paper goes through the process of how blacks were eventually allowed to fight.
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"African-American soldiers were used in the Revolutionary War by both the British and the Americans. It was the British who used them initially, but their example was soon followed by the colonies. It was a slow process on the American side, but all-black units were eventually created. Colonial militias were typically composed of most adult men capable of bearing arms in a community. Originally militias were very inclusive, but as the 17th century neared its end, they became more selective. Indentured servants, free blacks, and slaves were the first to he purged. Virginia led the way among the colonies in excluding blacks from militia service, when the House of Burgesses required in January 1639 that only white Virginians arm themselves. Yet, in a pattern that was to repeat itself into the 18th century, both sides armed slaves and promised them freedom in exchange for military service in 1676 during Bacon's Rebellion. "
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Revolutionary War, 2002.
Critique of the book "Ordinary Courage: The Revolutionary War Experiences of Joseph Plumb Martin", (edited by the historian James Kirby Martin).
1,954 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 62.95
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Shows how this narrative of the American Revolutionary War was unique in the way that it presented the experiences of a simple soldier and his daily experiences. Kirby did not chose to edit the work of a prominent founding father to present a new perspective upon the war. Instead, he chose to look at the conflict through the eyes of an ordinary soldier. It shows how this work was commended for its simplicity, honesty and description of reality.
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"The military narrative of the American Revolutionary War is often depicted in clear, bright shades of red, white and blue, with the ?Star Spangled Banner? blaring loudly in the background. However, the lived reality of the American Revolutionary War was often quite brutal and harsh, particularly for the ordinary soldiers in the Colonial Army. The account of the Patriot soldier Joseph Plumb Martin, as related in the book Ordinary Courage: The Revolutionary War Experiences of Joseph Plumb Martin, (edited by the historian James Kirby Martin), makes this fact abundantly clear."
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"Samuel Adams: America's Revolutionary Politician", 2008.
An analysis and review of John K. Alexander's book, "Samuel Adams: America's Revolutionary Politician."
926 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 32.95
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This paper briefly reviews John K. Alexander's book, "Samuel Adams: America's Revolutionary Politician." It illuminates Alexander's thesis and explores the evidence presented by John K. Alexander in his work. The paper suggests that Alexander's work is not objective enough to be an invaluable resource, however it commends the number of sources that are used and suggests that the book is well written.
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"There are two other items of considerable interest which must be discussed when examining Alexander's work: his use of resources and his ability to contextualize the characters he discusses. To begin with the former, a quick glance at the selected bibliography found at the back of the book indicates an impressive mix of primary and secondary resources. In that regard, Alexander has made a concerted effort to review as much of the material available on the life and times of Samuel Adams, as possible - albeit the way in which this material has been used is an open question. Proceeding further, Alexander has done a commendable job of placing Adams and other principals within the proper historical context; to wit, whenever quoting eighteenth century correspondence, every effort is undertaken to adhere to the grammatical and spelling conventions of Adams' time, and Alexander also sees to it that those contemporaries of Adams have "ample opportunity to speak for themselves" (xi). In the end, this sort of reliance upon primary correspondence gives the book an authenticity it might not have otherwise."
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Napoleon as a Revolutionary, 2003.
This paper argues that Napoleon was, in fact, a reactionary and not a revolutionary.
670 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 23.95
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This paper discusses how, not only did Napoleon Bonaparte not have revolutionary ideas, but, instead, he had quite the opposite reactions. The writer argues that he used the "chaos and turmoil of the French Revolution" to stand as a beacon of strength and consistency to which the citizens could cling, thus giving Napoleon power. In the end, the writer shows that Napoleon worked against the French Revolution by creating exactly what the Revolution sought to eliminate in France: an absolutist monarchy.
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"Although Napoleon had many revolutionary ideas and did several revolutionary things, he was truly at most a moderate revolutionary. He put on a revolutionary front to mask his Imperialist sentiments. In order to gain control, he used the chaos and turmoil of the French Revolution to allow himself to shine as a beacon of power and stability to the people of France. Although he was generally successful in achieving the umbrella goal of the revolution which was to unify France, he did this to help achieve his own personal ambitions of power and not for the good of the populace."
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"Raving Fans: A Revolutionary Approach to Customer Service", 2006.
A book review of "Raving Fans: A Revolutionary Approach to Customer Service" by Ken Blanchard and Sheldon Bowles.
915 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 0 sources, $ 32.95
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This paper presents a brief book review on "Raving Fans" which offers a three-part formula to guide their readers toward a solution to the problem of improving customer service. It explains how the authors claim that it is not enough in business simply to provide good service on time every time. A win over the competition is guaranteed only if an organization's customers are "raving fans."
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"The way to achieve this level of customer service is by making the customer the center of everything the organization does, including planning a company vision, developing business strategies, and setting goals. If an organization does not actively make the customer the focus of all its activities, simple customer service programs will not be enough to achieve raving fans of its customers. There must also be a realization that everyone in an organization has customers, even if they are not customers external to the company (e.g., the personnel department's customers are the employees of the organization)."
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American Revolutionary War, 1990.
This paper discusses independence as real cause of the American Revolutionary War and taxation-without-representation as convenient focal point.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 5 sources, $ 55.95
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"The outcome of revolution is uncertain. Normally it is an instrument of destruction but a woefully inadequate agent of creation. History is littered with examples of revolutions that have done nothing for their respective societies but intensify chaos, creating worse systems than the ones they replaced.
It is the genius of our American Revolution that it altered at least our political system without sliding into this pitfall. The relatively orderly internal character of the American Revolution is one of its most striking characteristics. It was a revolution carried out virtually without recourse to the guillotine or the firing squad. In its aftermath, the various ..."
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Women in Post Revolutionary Russia, 1999.
Looks at the opportunities and obstacles faced by women in post revolutionary Russia.
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This paper discusses the plight of Soviet women during the time immediately following Lenin's rise to power, and includes passages from Kollontai's "The Love of Worker Bees" and the traditional textbook, "Becoming Visible: Women in European History".
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"The last Tsar of Russia abdicated the throne in February of 1917. With the fall of the old regime, many old gender barriers fell, as well. The period after the Bolsheviks rose to power was a time of many changes for all Russians, but none were more affected than the women of the time. Lenin, the leader of the Bolshevik party (later called the Communists) was greatly disturbed by the domestic enslavement of Soviet women, and almost immediately granted political equality for females throughout the nation. With this newfound freedom, women were presented with many new opportunities in all aspects of life, and many challenges, as well."
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Why the British Lost the Revolutionary War, 2003.
Examines the reasons why Britain lost the American War of Independence (Revolutionary War) against weaker American troops.
2,741 words (approx. 11.0 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 82.95
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This paper analyzes the reasons why the British, from Parliament to the Expeditionary Forces, were defeated by a less trained and weaker American army. The main causes brought forth are the lack of communications between the British at home and in America, the growth of British debt, the ineffectiveness of Royal Navy and the placement of the war at a secondary priority to other affairs. These basic causes, combined with primary sources and historical quotes, create the paper. In essence, this paper analyzes the British strategy and states that they lost the war by their own misgivings, rather than by American out management.
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"For over 200 years, from the late 16th century to the end of the 18th century, Great Britain was arguably the most powerful nation on earth. Encompassing within its control more than one half of the earth at its prime, it sought to spread its culture, language, and military across the globe. Speculation had reached as far as India, Africa, and Australia. One vital asset was the American colonies, where British policies of mercantilism and imperialism intimately revealed their true aspirations of a daughter nation. Apart from close ties to English money and government, the Americans were personally linked with their counterparts across the sea in language, culture, and their quest for freedom. Late in the 17th century, the Glorious Revolution paved the way for change in England. Then, nearly a hundred years later, the Americans took their own leap towards freedom by declaring themselves ?Free and Independent States? from the tyrannical king of England, George III. After the American Declaration of Independence, the stage was set for a new type of war: a battle between an oppressed, under-represented people and a giant empire, which was stretched beyond its means. ?The Revolution was effected before the war commenced,? remarked John Adams. It was a transformation ?in the minds and hearts of the people? (Wood 3). The America colonies would enter a war in which they were fighting not only for the United States, but also for their own rights to ?life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness? (Dec. of Ind.). Never truly realizing the extent of American rebelliousness, the English at no time completely directed their full effort or armaments towards the war. Shortly after the Seven Years? War with France, the British were deeply in debt, the largest in history to that date, and unwilling to devote themselves to another war. French and Spanish retaliatory attacks for prior defeats were a constant threat, and the British had no intention of spreading themselves thin. Despite seemingly having enormous advantages, the British were unable to quickly quell the uprising, mainly due to poor commanders and cautious strategies. Their involvement in the Revolutionary War was a halfhearted effort, due to an unwillingness to commit themselves financially when they were so much in debt. The Americans were able to successfully defeat the Britons because of a lack of adequate communications between the commanders actually in battle, and those back in Great Britain, where the war was considered a secondary priority by the government."
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Institutional Revolutionary Party of Mexico, 1991.
This paper analyzes the development of the Institutional Revolutionary Party, a Mexican political party and its shaky future in face of growing opposition power.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 6 sources, $ 79.95
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"This study will explore the question: Will the PRI (Institutional Revolutionary Party) in Mexico continue to lose power? The question involves consideration of the outcome of the political turmoil in that country. In other words, will the current and future policies and practices of the PRI lead to increased democracy, decreased democracy, or even revolution from the left or from the right? The study will argue that the PRI will indeed continue to lose power, that political (as well as social and economic) turmoil will continue and intensify, that revolution from the left or right is possible, if unlikely, and, finally, that the ultimate result of the fall of the PRI will be increased democracy, despite that surge in political turmoil.
The background of this issue is rooted in the Revolution of 1910 in Mexico and the founding of the PRI in 1929. As Perl
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