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Taiping Heavenly Kingdom, 2005.
This paper puts the Taiping Rebellion into a global context and elaborates on how the global economics manifested into a local setting. This paper touches on the idea of "context mixed with vision" and explains how the Taiping Rebellion started.
1,700 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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The Taiping Rebellion was a religion-based rebellion brought about directly through the peoples' dissatisfaction with China's socio-economic and political situation of the time, which caused the poor and oppressed people to look up to Hong Xiuquan's millenarian vision and follow him into a violent rebellion. This paper elaborates on the preceding thesis and puts it into a global context.
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"At the same time that Britain and other countries across the globe were coming into an "Industrial Revolution", China was just trying to survive. They were not evolving industrially but instead were making use the resources and labor they had at hand. However, the critical shortage of land and lack of resources further hindered China from beginning their own Industrial Revolution. Labor-intensive agriculture and the Qing Dynasty's rules on restricted trade put a strain on the Chinese economy and thus trickled down to the people who were also facing other persecution and restrictions put in place by the Qing dynasty (Marks, 117-118). All of this funneled into the Taiping Rebellion."
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Land System and Heavenly Dynasty, 2005.
This paper discusses the Taiping Rebellion in the mid-1800s, using Franz Michael's article "The Land System of the Heavenly Dynasty - The Taiping Rebellion: History and Documents".
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 2 sources, $ 62.95
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This paper critiques Franz Michael's article titled "The Land System of the Heavenly Dynasty - The Taiping Rebellion: History and Documents, Volume 2: Documents and Comments" published in 1971 in Seattle and London by the University of Washington Press. In this article, the writer examines the causes for and development of the Taiping Rebellion in the mid 1800s.
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"On the heels of the Opium War and Unequal Treaties that weakened China from the outside in, the Taiping rebellion erupted (see Appendix A). According to some researchers, this revolt was one of the bloodiest civil wars in human history killing between twenty and forty million people (Roberts, para. 1963). Due to increased foreign trade, the displacement of traditional economy decreased income due to opium importation. The Qing dynasty was unsuccessful in curbing foreign influence on China, especially with the rising influence of Westernization."
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The Taiping Rebellion, 2005.
This paper discusses the Taiping Rebellion, which pushed China into the modern world, playing a significant role in ending China's isolationism, and its leader Hong Xiuquan, who believed he had spiritual guidance for the military campaign.
1,980 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 62.95
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This paper explains that the Taiping Rebellion, from 1850 to 1864, which uniquely combined the ideals of pre-Confucian utopianism with Protestant beliefs, began to change the nation's socio-political development with its different stance on areas such as land laws; about 25 million people died in the process. The author points out that after the Taiping Rebellion, the age of the emperors was finished. The paper concludes that, although the Taipings had never heard of Karl Marx or of Communism, they shared many of the same ideals: The Heavenly Kingdom of the Taipings is not so distant from the commune-oriented Marxist utopia, setting the stage for the Communist Revolution to come.
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"While recovering, Hong had several visions where an old man said that people had stopped worshipping him and were instead praising demons. In another dream, this same man chose him as a demon slayer. Having earlier read the information from the Christian missionary, Hong believed that the man in the visions was God the Father. A younger golden-haired man, who also was in the images and presented him with a sword, was Jesus Christ, his Elder Brother. Hong, himself, was the Younger Brother and had been sent by God to earth to destroy the demons and demon worship. Hong began to preach his message to the public, baptize converts and openly destroy Confucian and ancestral shrines."
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"Heavenly", 2001.
An insight into the musical group "Heavenly" who recorded Twee pop albums in the early 90's.
1,018 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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This paper discusses the music and songs of the group "Heavenly", a twee pop band of the late eighties and nineties. It describes how twee pop is a form of soft-core punk rock and gives a brief history of the achievements of the band. It examines how the majority of songs on this album deal with relationships and life from the viewpoint of teenage girls by examining the lyrics to some of their songs.
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"The majority of songs on this album deal with relationships and life from the viewpoint of teenage girls, as written by Amelia Fletcher, the key vocalist and guitar player. The other members of the band included Cathy Rogers, vocals and keyboard, Pete Momtchiloff, guitar, Rob Pursy, bass, and Matthew Fletcher, drums. The song of focus, ?Hearts and Crosses,? deals with the problem of naivety in young girls due to the illusion of the media and the harm and confusion that can result in being unprepared for the dangers of the real world. In this case, the result is a rape by an exalted boyfriend."
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The Taiping Rebellion., 2002.
This paper examines in detail the reasons for this rebellion and the events that followed.
1,275 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 4 sources, $ 48.95
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The Taiping rebellion is often regarded as a domestic civil war, but it was a response against European imperialism as well. The rebels, after all, were fighting a ruling class, the Manchu dynasty, that was at the subservience of European powers. This meant, in turn, that the Manchus were exploiting the Chinese people. In the end, the Taiping rebellion had failed, partly because the wealthier classes, who were in league with European imperialists, preferred to support the Manchu dynasty, which to them stood for stability. The anti-imperialist nature of the Taiping rebellion was well illustrated by the fact that its forces were eventually put down not only by Chinese imperial troops, but also by their allies -- a mixed force of Europeans, who feared to lose their commercial interests if the Manchu dynasty fell. In order to understand China's response to imperialism in the late 19th century, therefore, it is necessary to perceive the role that the Taiping rebellion played in moulding China's anti-imperialist ideology and capability.
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The Taiping Rebellion (1850-1864), 2004.
A look at Hung Hsiu-ch'uan's ideological origins and impact on China.
4,200 words (approx. 16.8 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 112.95
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This paper analyzes the origins and impact of the Taiping Rebellion on modern China. The paper focuses on the leader of the Taiping Rebellion, the development of his ideology, and the lasting effect the Taiping Rebellion had on the Chinese. It explains that the Taiping Rebellion aimed not merely to overthrow a dynasty, but to effect great societal changes among China's people.
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"The Taiping Rebellion (1850-1864) made a major impact on the history of modern China. Hung Hsiu-ch'uan brought about the conceptual framework that would become the focus for the mobilization of the uprising. Hung's ideals attacked not only the dynastic rule itself, bringing a general governmental upheaval to the Ching Dynasty from which it would never fully recover, but the "Heavenly Kingdom of Great Peace" challenged China's very social system as well. To understand the Taiping Ideology one must look not only to the historical and societal framework, but, to its sources of origin as well."
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?God?s Chinese Son?, 2002.
A paper which analyzes and reviews the book "God?s Chinese Son: The Chinese Heavenly Kingdom of Hong Xiuquan" by Jonathan Spence.
1,555 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 0 sources, $ 51.95
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A paper which discusses Jonathan Spence's book "God?s Chinese Son: The Chinese Heavenly Kingdom of Hong Xiuquan" about Chinese Christian missionary Hong Xiuquan who led the Taiping ?Great Peace? Rebellion in a bid to gain power over China's major cities and succeeded in seizing Nanjing in 1853. By examining Spence's book, the paper delves into questions such as: What is the nature of Christianity and how should the missionary movement conduct itself in foreign lands? How did the Taiping Rebellion affect geopolitical forces, in China and abroad? Did the Taiping Rebellion carve the way for the Communist revolution in the following century? What does it mean to have a religious conviction and apply it with military force?
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"Christianity already had its claws in Asia by the 1840s, as did Western trade interests. China?s Qing dynasty faced serious challenges to its integrity as it pondered the course of the nation?s future. Protestant missionaries that had flourished in the 19th century began to distribute, on a large scale, religious tracts and Chinese-language Bibles. The impact of these missionaries and their publications might not have been foreseen by the Qing dynasty, which already had begun to splinter. It is within this chaotic and semi-stable environment, coupled with the personal stress of continuously failing his Confucian exams, that Hong Xiuquan had his spiritual visions."
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Kingdom of Jerusalem, 2007.
An analysis of the factors that contributed to determining the economy of the Kingdom of Jerusalem, founded in 1099.
1,940 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 61.95
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This paper discusses the economics of the Kingdom of Jerusalem, the Latin Kingdom founded in 1099 as the result of Crusades to the Middle East. It describes the organization, history and geography of the Kingdom of Jerusalem and how these affected the Kingdom's economy. It then discusses the role of the King within the Kingdom and his effect on the economy. The paper also describes the minor role that agriculture had in its economic structure.
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"The organizational factors leading to the Kingdom of Jerusalem therefore played a key role in the economy. Because of its Latin and Christian roots, for instance, Italian merchants were given favorable terms of trade and came to dominate the economy and the trade which was predominant in the Kingdom of Jerusalem. Also, because of the lack of land and the unwillingness for the Nobles to maximize the potential of the land, instead relying on Muslim traditions and European feudal models, agriculture was not as prominent. Because a large mercenary military was needed for protection, there was therefore a need for a great deal of tribute and taxation to hire and fund the military aspects of the Kingdom of Jerusalem. Despite these factors which would contribute to a weaker economy, the Kingdom of Jerusalem was in a tenuous economic position but was able to prosper, especially in the 12th century, as a result of the trade and the realization of the potential of trading in the Middle East. This meant riches for the merchants, colonizers, Europeans, and nobles who could not only tax those from other places, but bring in new and valuable products to Europe. Thus trade was improved greatly between Europe and the East and the Kingdom of Jerusalem brought much of the Middle East and even China into a commercial relationship with Europe in which the Kingdom of Jerusalem and the European kingdoms also benefited."
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Voluntary Euthanasia in the United Kingdom, 2004.
This paper is an extensive discussion of voluntary euthanasia in the United Kingdom based on secondary research.
13,785 words (approx. 55.1 pages), 36 sources, APA, $ 249.95
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This paper focuses on voluntary euthanasia, euthanasia in which a clearly competent person makes a voluntary request for assistance in dying, which is different from non-voluntary euthanasia because, in this case, a person is either not competent or unable to express a wish about euthanasia. The author points out that many critics believe permitting voluntary euthanasia, which is supported by many people, will lead to permitting non-voluntary euthanasia. The paper states that, in the United Kingdom, physician-assisted suicide and voluntary euthanasia is illegal, but euthanasia was legalized in certain circumstances in the Netherlands in 1994, in the Northern Territory of Australia in 1997, and, in November 1997, Oregon voters approved the Death with Dignity Act (DWDA); the United Kingdom also should legalize a humane death.
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Introduction
Hypothesis
Literature Review
Legalized Euthanasia
About Euthanasia
United Kingdom Law
A Look at the Issue
Conditions for Candidacy for Voluntary Euthanasia
A Case for Voluntary Euthanasia
Objections to Voluntary Euthanasia
A Closer Look at U.K. Legislation
The Importance of Autonomy and Consent
Methodology
Results and Conclusion
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"Many religious groups oppose euthanasia because it goes against their faiths. Thomas Aquinas documented traditional Christian beliefs on the issue of suicide (Gula, 1997). Suicide was condemned because it harms other people, and because life is the gift of God and can only taken away by God. Muslims, and Jewish are amongst other faiths that believe life is given by God, and can only be taken away by God. One of the other major points made by religious groups is that "God does not send any experience that we cannot handle (p. 145)". For some faith groups, such as the Roman Catholics, "human suffering can have a positive value for the terminally ill and the caregivers"."
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United Kingdom, 2001.
A look at the history of how Britain became the United Kingdom after the Act of Union was passed in 1707 A.D. uniting England and Scotland.
2,150 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 67.95
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This paper attempts to trace the history in detail of United Kingdom from the time Britain became the United Kingdom in 1707 to the present. While doing so it looks at the political, social and economic development that took place in the United Kingdom during this time and analyzes how it has got to where it is today. A brief review of the history of Britain prior to 1707 is also included.
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"The history of Britain can be traced to the pre-Roman times when Celtic-speaking people inhabited the island. The Celts also settled in the Ireland in 500 BC. Julius Caesar invaded Britain in 50-55 BC but it did not become a Roman Colony until the first century AD when it became the Roman province of Britannia. In the 5th century AD, Nordic tribes invaded Britain pushing the Celtic people into Wales and Scotland. Christianity was introduced in UK in the 6th and seventh century AD and it soon became a major influence. During the 8th and 9th centuries , the Viking armies and the Danes often invaded the coastal areas of Britain and fought with the local armies. In the 9th century, Alfred the Great repelled a Danish army which helped unify England. William of Normandy conquered England in 1066 and ruled as William I (1066-87)."
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A Comparison of Three Kingdoms, 2002.
Compares the kingdoms Paikche, Koguryo, Silla in relation to politics, culture and religion.
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This paper outlines the similarities and differences in politics, culture, and religion of these three kingdoms. This paper will argue that the Silla kingdom's eventual embrace of Chinese culture and, in particular Buddhism, that allowed it to finally triumph over the other kingdoms in its struggle for peninsular supremacy.
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Heaven and Hell in Islam and Catholicism, 2004.
A contrast and comparison between heaven and hell according to the Islamic religion and the Catholic/Christian religion.
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All of faiths have a belief about what happens to your body and soul after death. This paper explores the seven different levels of heaven and the seven different levels of hell that Muslims believe in, as well as the heaven and hell that Catholic-Christians believe in. Similarities and differences in the different beliefs are brought out, and all facts are supported by the Bible, Qur'an, and/or primary sources from the religions.
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"One of the most central things in any religion is what happens to somebody when they die. Some religions believe that nothing happens, others that the dead person?s soul is reincarnated, but most, including Islam, believe that dead souls are sent to Heaven or to Hell. Muslims believe in a physical Heaven which Allah created, as well as a physical Hell, also the creation of Allah. Heaven is located in the skies above the earth, and Hell is located underneath this earth. To better understand where one goes after their death, it is important to understand the Islamic teachings of Heaven and Hell and compare them to the Catholic teachings of Heaven and Hell found in the Bible."
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The Latin Kingdom of Jerusalem, 2002.
Reviews Tibble's book, "Monarchy and Lordships in the Latin Kingdom of Jerusalem 1099-1291".
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 1 source, $ 26.95
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In this setting, Tibble shows how much political power and influence the Knights Templar and the Knights of St. John had in shaping the layout of the kingdom. Compared to these emerging powers, the secular authority was slowing diminishing. Tibble's "Monarchy and Lordship in the Latin Kingdom of Jerusalem" is ultimately about the emergence of this power struggle between military and secular powers and, in this, he brings an original interpretation of the dynamics of this complex transferal of authority.
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The United States and the United Kingdom, 2004.
This paper discusses the historical and current relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 46.95
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This paper explains that the close ties between the United States and Great Britain are deeply rooted in common language as well as a long-running and deeply connected historical base of strongly tied economic as well as militaristic cooperation that has spanned since the era of World War II. The author points out that the United Kingdom is the United States' largest customer and the United States is the country that invests the largest amount, each year, in the United Kingdom. The paper relates that the commonly held values of democracy and the inherently held beliefs in the freedom of speech, human rights and a similar legal system are the ties that bind the two countries inevitably together.
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Statement of Thesis
Introduction
Background and History
Common Initiatives - Joint Investments
Conclusion
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"The United States was once under British rule and in fact the American Revolution was fought for the purpose of removing the U.S. Colonies from the rule of the British. The American Revolution was fought and independence was won establishing America as an independent and separate nation from Great Britain but only after a grueling war. Great Britain was determined to keep the Colonies under British rule and after an attack on Charleston and lives having been lost the colonists stated their intentions in a document entitled "Declaration of the Causes and Necessities to Take up Arms" and the action to break away from what most considered to be their mother country began. It has been stated in history that most of the colonists identified with the British and that many of the colonists considered themselves to be Britons."
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Between Heaven & Hell, 2002.
A literary review of Peter Kreeft's "Between heaven and Hell".
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper presents a reflection on CS Lewis' position on heaven, hell and other religious issues in Peter Kreeft's book "Between Heaven & Hel"l. It describes Lewis' point of view as an eminently psychological one, relying on the truth or falsity of the world, embodied by the soul's feeling of "rightness" that is its way of sensing God's love.
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