Abstract
This paper explains that the Turks and Caicos Island nation boast the quiet solitude of hundreds of miles of undeveloped beaches, which promote a strong trade in eco-tourism, and an archaeological past, which dates back thousands of years. The author points out that the recently developed Holland America Line cruise center, which has changed the landscape of Grand Turk Island, similar to the situation in other Caribbean destinations, does not preserve the natural settings nor add sufficiently to the revenue of the nation to justify the disruption of the environment. The paper stresses that creating a system based on eco-friendly practices, including limiting embankments and increasing time spent in various locations, is essential to the tourist industry in this area. The paper includes several long quotations.

From the Paper
"Robertsen in a pioneering call for research on the subject of the social, economic and environmental impact of the fast growing cruise industry states that the Turk & Caicos islands were being threatened by the development of this center (in 2001 before it was cemented). The evidence associated with many cruise centers is difficult to judge based on the fact that there is limited reporting and only marginal amounts of scholarly research on the subject. In trade magazines, the issue is largely glossed over as a point of great growth and expansion, ..."

Tags:undeveloped, cruise, cement, belize, extreme

Abstract
This paper discusses the Turks and Caicos Islands or TCI that is currently a British dependency, and English is the primary language although some French Creole is spoken throughout the region. The paper relates that recently, crime has been increasing in some parts of the islands and particularly violent crime with the use of a weapon such as a firearm. This paper discusses this increasing crime and proposes a solution that would allow new licensed gun holders to obtain affordable ammunition for legally purchased firearms.

From the Paper
"This document discusses the Turks and Caicos Islands or TCI. TCI is currently a British dependency and English is the primary language although some French Creole is spoken throughout the region. Recently crime has been increasing in some parts of the islands and particularly violent crime with the use of a weapon such as a firearm. This document discusses this increasing crime and proposes a solution that would allow new licensed gun holders to obtain affordable ammunition for legally purchased firearms."

Tags:turks, gun, crime

Abstract
The paper relates that the story of Easter Island is one that has captured the imagination of the public almost since the discovery of the island. The paper notes that the worldwide fame of such a seemingly insignificant island would be hard to explain except for the fact that it possesses one of the most fascinating Neolithic cultures anywhere in the world. However, the paper relates that less well known to a wider populace is the story of the island's ecological devastation; while there is no doubt about what occurred, scientists still debate the causes of this sudden change. The paper examines the two main lines of argument and attempts to discover if a consensus in favor of one or the other can be established.

From the Paper
"The story of Easter Island is one that has captured the imagination of the public almost since the discovery of the island on Easter Day of 1722 by Dutch explorers. Known more accurately as "Rapa Nui" in its native language, the tiny volcanic island of about 160 sq. km. is one of the most isolated landforms in the world, more than 2,000 kilometers from the nearest inhabited neighbor (Peiser, 2005, p. 513). The worldwide fame of such a seemingly insignificant island would be hard to explain except for the fact that it possesses one of the most fascinating Neolithic cultures..."

Tags:easter island, colonialism, deforestation

Abstract
The paper relates that in 1609, Henry Hudson first spotted the white sands at Coney Island, a desolate place with clam beds and sand dunes along the Atlantic shore that was located approximately five miles south of Manhattan. The paper further relates that it would not be until 1829, that the Coney Island Road and Bridge Company built the Coney Island House, which began the summer resort business (Stanton).

From the Paper
"In 1609, Henry Hudson first spotted the white sands at Coney Island, a desolate place with clam beds and sand dunes along the Atlantic shore. It was located approximately five miles south of Manhattan. It would not be until 1829, that the Coney Island Road and Bridge Company built the Coney..."

Tags:coney, island, park

Abstract
This paper presents an exploration of the Three Mile Island meltdown of 1979. The writer examines the events leading to and during the accident, and discusses President Jimmy Carter's role in the investigation that followed. The paper argues that what happened at Three Mile Island could easily happen anywhere, and the time has come to rethink where power plants are built.

Outline:
Introduction
History
The Fallout
Investigation
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Before one can begin to understand the importance of examining future power plant construction one must have an understanding of the history of the accident.Nuclear accidents are one of the nation's biggest fears. Movies are made that depict what might happen if a meltdown occurs, and few can forget the horror of Chernobyl when the accident occurred(Fact Sheet on the Accident at Three Mile Island
http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/doc-collections/fact-sheets/3mile-isle.html). "

Tags:Nuclear, power, plants, Three, Mile, Island, meltdown

Abstract
In this article, the writer studies the environmental and demographic history of Easter Island. The writer maintains that basically Easter Island was very isolated. The writer points out that the human population grew quickly. Further, the writer notes that eventually most of the resources were depleted and the civilization collapsed.

From the Paper
"Easter Island is one of the most unusual places on the planet. It is one of the most isolated places occupied by humans. In 'A Green History of the World' Clive Ponting notes, Easter Island is one of the most remote, inhabited places on earth. Only some 150 square miles in area, it lies in the Pacific Ocean, 2,000 miles off the west coast of South America and 1,250 miles from the nearest inhabitable land of Pitcairn Island. The extreme isolation of Easter Island or Rapa Nui is not the islands most distinguishing feature."

Tags:easter, island, history

Abstract
The paper analyzes the theme of coming of age within this study of Robert Louis Stevenson's novel "Treasure Island". The paper discusses how the main character, Jim Hawkins, must learn to outgrow his youthful fancies for adventure by realizing the real mortal danger that he must undergo as a mate of the Hispaniola. The paper relates that not only must he learn to understand the dangerous actions of the mutineers he faces, but he must also rely on his own personal initiative to survive and resolve the place of the hidden treasure.

Tags:island, treasure, pirates

Abstract
This paper discusses the theme of greed in Robert Louis Stevenson's "Treasure Island", focusing on the relativity of greed and its futility.

Tags:greed, Treasure Island, Robert Louis Stevenson, pirate, boy, futility, relativity

Abstract
A critical analysis of the Rhode Island education system including laws, budget, issues, interest groups, charter schools and politics.

From the Paper
"Article XII of the Constitution of the State or Rhode Island and Providence Plantations establishes it as the duty of the General Assembly to promote schools to establish a perpetual school fund to support the schools and to ensure that all donations for the support of public schools or other educational purposes received by the General Assembly are applied according to the terms of the donors. Money is not to be diverted from this fund or in any way borrowed..."

Tags:Rhode Island, education, funding, politics, budget

Abstract
This paper describes the U.S. Virgin Islands National Park and the threats it faces as a result of hurricanes, tourists, a home-building boom, and social inequality.

From the Paper
"The U.S. Virgin Islands National Park is located in the Caribbean in the U.S. Virgin Islands on the island of Saint John. The park borders encompass the island with the park owning all of the land within its boundaries, except for..."

Tags:U.S. Virgin Islands, St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands National Park, ecology, demographics, social inequality, coral reefs, geography, Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument