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Shakespeare's Astrology., 2006.
A discussion regarding the theme of astrology and astronomy in the plays of William Shakespeare.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 1 source, $ 44.95
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This paper discusses that idea that the basis of science in Shakespeare's plays does not hold a solid empirical view of the heavenly bodies, but certainly astronomy had a predecessor in astrology. By learning of the affect stars, planets, and the zodiac has on these the various characters Shakespeare brings forth, one can realize how magic and the desire for good fortune were central aspects of faith in these plays.
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"In this drama study, the basis of science and pseudo-science is brought forth in the dramatic works of William Shakespeare. In early astronomy, the use of astrology is communal used as a guide for many of the characters that Shakespeare used in his plays. In this analysis, the lack of real science in the plays of Shakespeare is evident, but surely, the precursor to modern astronomy is mentioned through his various quotes related to astrology. In essence, astrology is a form of science used in Shakespeare's plays that acts as a forerunner to the modern development of astronomy in 16th and 17th century England. The moon and the sun were visible guides for astrologers who wished to learn about how their future may unfold before them. "
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Astrology, 2002.
A debate on whether astrology can be considered a science.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper examines the issue of whether there is a scientific basis for astrology. The author presents a brief history of astrology and then proceeds to analyze the scientific criticisms of astrology.
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Science vs Astrology, 2002.
Study of the history of astrology and its relation to science.
2,650 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 9 sources, $ 97.95
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Some astrologers and sympathetic defenders claim that scientists are often engaging in astrological research under new labels. But to be astrological such research would have to involve birth charts, which is not the case. This paper researches the history of astrology, it's creed and systems of belief as it relates to science.
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Astrology And Astronomy, 2002.
A discussion of the effects of astrology and astronomy on today's society.
1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 62.95
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A 7-page historical survey of the bond of Astrology and Astronomy and how as the result of the scientific method that bond was broken and how both are still influencing us today.
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Two Satirical Essays, 2002.
A look at Jonathan Swift's "Prediction for the Year 1708" and "The Accomplishment of the First of Mr. Bickerstaff's Predictions" in which he caustically satirizes an Almanac-Maker and astrology.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 5 sources, $ 39.95
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Jonathan Swift's "Prediction for the Year 1708" & "The Accomplishment of the First of Mr. Bickerstaff's Predictions" in which he caustically satirizes an Almanac-Maker & astrology. Swift's purpose to expose sin & folly. Reasons Swift targeted almanac-makers & astrologers including exploitation of gullible people. Discusses Swift's satirical methods such as incongruity, mockery, exaggeration.
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In "Predictions for the year 1708" and "The Accomplishment of the First of Mr. Bickerstaff's Predictions," Jonathan Swift lashed out at Partridge, the Almanac-Maker, and astrology in general. By using a variety of satirical techniques, such as incongruity, sarcasm and exaggeration, Swift captured the deception of almanac-makers who pretended to make accurate predictions of the forthcoming year in their annual publications. The satire works even more successfully because of its realism: Swift imitated the writing style of a rival maker of Partridge (Mayhew 278). Furthermore, Swift literally stabbed at the heart of astrology by predicting the death of Partridge and then consolidated his "death" in the subsequent piece, "Accomplishment," in a deliberate attempt to play a joke on him (Mayhew 276-278).
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"Libra", 2005.
An analysis of the themes of astrology and accidents in Don DeLillo's "Libra".
1,886 words (approx. 7.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 60.95
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This paper analyzes the use of fate, coincidence, and accident in "Libra" as these topics serve to reinforce the book's titular concern with astrology, as well as the affinity that the concept of astrologically-determined fate and conspiracy theories have with each other. It traces the references to fate, coincidence, and conspiracy in the novel, ultimately finding Oswald's sun sign, Libra, to be the generator of the events of the novel.
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"Libra tells the story of the life and death of Lee Oswald, and the conspiracy to assassinate John F Kennedy. Oswald's life is out of control, constantly pushed and pulled in different directions by those around him. The chaos of Oswald's life and mind are explored throughout the novel, and his character is predictably weak-willed and mercurial. Less predictable, however, is the fact that the seemingly well-organized plot to kill the president is equally out of control, equally subject to the machinations of some greater exterior force. In admitting the chaos of Oswald and his life into their plot, the conspirators subject themselves to the forces of coincidence that this chaos facilitates and allow a greater outside force to manifest itself through him."
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The Mystery of the Universe, 2002.
Presents a history of astrology, scientific discoveries and astronomers.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 53.95
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Scientific discoveries and tools have changed our knowledge of the universe over the years. With astronomers past and present, we have learned about the planet Earth, our Sun, and the planets that surround. This paper details the history of astrology, prominent astronomers, and the solar system.
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Philosophies of Egypt, Mesopotamia & Greece, 1993.
Scientific, practical & intellectual knowledge & innovations of ancient pre-Socratic civilizations. Looks at their views of astronomy, astrology, mythology and cosmology.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 8 sources, $ 79.95
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" The ancient Greeks of the early classical age were not remarkable among ancient civilizations for their engineering skills or their practical knowledge of the world around them. For example, Greek temples such as the Parthenon have had an enormous influence upon subsequent Western architecture, both directly (e.g., the public monuments of Washington, D.C.) and indirectly (in shaping Western ideas of architecture). Yet they were quite limited in their exploitation of the potentialities of stone. The arch was almost completely unused by the Greeks, in sharp contrast to the extensive use the Romans made of it.
Yet the early-classical Greeks, and in particular the so-called pre-Socratic philosophers, beginning with Thales, are rightly regarded as the forebears of Western science, and more broadly of the Western view of the world as operating by.."
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"Life Is a Dream" by Pedro Calderon De La Barca, 1996.
Analyzes Spaniard's 17th Cent. philosophical drama. Illusion vs. reality, history, astrology, free will, symbolism.
2,700 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 12 sources, $ 95.95
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"One of the philosophical plays of Calderon de la Barca is Life Is a Dream, a play that mixes several different themes in a complex fashion shaped around the basic plot and interaction of the characters. Calderon expresses these themes in terms of imagery evoked either by the words of the characters or by the staging of the play itself. The essential conflict in the play is political--how can a ruler know that his successor is worthy and what can he do to assure a continuity of rule that will be of benefit to the kingdom? Patterns of imagery in the play contribute to this theme and to the other themes of import in the play--free will versus determinism, issues of deception, and the underlying concept that life is a dream. The basic contrast in the play that serves these different themes is that between..."
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Export Feasibility Analysis Of Astro-Vest Software To Japan, 1997.
Creates a business and marketing plan to ensure the succesful entry into the Japanese market of Astro-Vest, an astrology-based investment software program.
4,500 words (approx. 18.0 pages), 13 sources, $ 135.95
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"Export Feasibility Analysis of Astro-Vest Software to Japan
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Astro-Vest is a newly created product which has been in research and development for three years and in beta testing for six months. The following analysis examines the feasibility of exporting this software product to Japan.
The economic climate in Japan is changing rapidly in response to stock market devaluations of the last several years. These largely negative financial events have had a profound impact on the social and economic needs of the population.
Great copyright improvements have been made in Japan. However, the lack of import rights in existing laws has forced Japanese consumers to pay unusually high prices for some kinds of ..."
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Birth Order and Personality, 2006.
An argument validating that birth order can have a significant impact on some important aspects of human personality.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 4 sources, $ 62.95
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This paper discusses the idea that many people believe that birth order has some kind of an impact on personality formation. This paper analyses the evidence, as documented in academic and scientific literature, in an attempt to answer the question if these ideas are valid, or are they like the claims of astrology - too vague, and too subject to myriad other influences, to be substantiated in any way? This paper shows there is in fact clear empirical evidence that birth order can have a significant impact on at least some important aspects of human personality.
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"Sacred Geography of the Ancient Greeks", 2005.
An analysis of the use of photography and maps in the book "Sacred Geography of the Ancient Greeks" by Jean Richer.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 0 sources, $ 53.95
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This paper is a book report on the book "Sacred Geography of the Ancient Greeks" by Jean Richer. The paper notes the way that the author examines astrological symbolism as found in art architecture and landscapes and presents what he finds in terms of the astrological theory accepted by the ancients and then in terms of the way they represented these ideas in their art and architecture. The paper discusses the many photographs and maps of the ancient world that the author makes use of.
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"Jean Richer is an academic with a firm grasp of aspects of the ancient world. He has written numerous books aspects of ancient art and the society that produced that art. In the book Sacred Geography of the Ancient Greeks, Richer examines astrological symbolism as found in art, architecture, and landscapes, presenting what he finds in terms of the astrological theory accepted by the ancients and then in terms of the way they represented these ideas in their art and architecture. He provides a detailed examination of the topic, many photographs of the works of art he discusses, maps of the ancient world showing alignments with various celestial and astrological features, and tables and charts that help the reader picture some of the relationships discussed. The book offers an interesting discussion of the topic in a well-written narrative."
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Comet Halley (1P or P/Halley), 2002.
An overview of the history of Comet Halley.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper examines Comet Halley. Comets have historically been associated with danger, catastrophe and astrology. However, from the discovery of their periodicity three centuries ago to the Giotto expedition that intercepted the last apparition of the Comet Halley (A1) in 1986 provide valuable astronomical data.
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Dante and Cosmology, 2003.
Discusses his explanations of the world and human behavior.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 4 sources, $ 47.95
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Discusses Dante's use of astronomy and astrology to explain the cosmos, the themes in his epic poem "The Divine Comedy", which includes "Inferno," "Purgatorio," "Paradisio" and the view of Earth as the center of he universe.
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"Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) was the author of several important works that Harold Bloom (p. 7) considers to be essential in the Western Canon of literature. A man interested in many different topics, ranging from love and ..."
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Rise Of Muslim Science And Astronomy, 2002.
Traces the rise of Muslim scholarship from the 8th and 9th Centuries.
4,500 words (approx. 18.0 pages), 11 sources, $ 135.95
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Traces the rise of Muslim scholarship from the 8th & 9th Centuries. Syntheses of existing astronomical traditions--Persian, Indian & Greek texts. Arab knowlededge of celestial world. Importance of Ptolemaic model for the planets. Establlishment of House of Wisdom in Baghdad. Islamic impact on development of astronomy & mathematics. Contribution of astrologers.
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"The rise of Muslim science began after the life of the
prophet Mohammed and the beginning of Islam in the seventh century. The eighth and ninth centuries involved the period of consolidation of the Muslim people, and the real rise of Muslim scholarship occurred in the ninth and tenth centuries (Al-Daffa', 1977). The Muslims integrated the astronomical traditions of the Indians, Persians, the ancient near east, and especially the Greeks into a synthesis which began to chart a new chapter in the history of astronomy from the eighth century onward (IAL). The unification of the tribes of Arabia into a powerful nation, including Persia, Asia Minor, Syria, Palestine, Egypt, the whole North Africa, Gibraltar, and Spain created a vast intellectual empire (Ead). However, the Greek legacy did not immediately dominate without a struggle with native ..."
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