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Charles Darwin's "The Voyage of the Beagle", 2008.
Relates that adventures in chapters 'Tierra del Fuego' and 'Straits of Magellan' in Charles Darwin's "The Voyage of the Beagle".
1,010 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 35.95
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This paper explains that Charles Darwin is often called a man ahead of his time, because his theory of evolution challenged Victorian religious doctrine. However, in his book "The Voyage of the Beagle", Darwin appears to be a man of his culture and times even though he had a unique viewpoint about nature. The paper points out that Darwin's discussion of the different flora and fauna on his journeys on the 'Beagle' are extraordinarily modern in their detail and accuracy; conversely, in Darwin's chronicles about the natives, his racial attitudes show that he was a man of his time. The paper contends that Darwin views his own European civilization as inherently superior to that of civilizations in other hemispheres. The paper uses examples taken from the book to demonstrate Darwin's attitude.
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"Likewise the natives' darker skin, which shields them against the sun, reveals them, in Darwin's eyes, as closer to nature. The fact that they speak a different language that is not of the Indo-European family like Darwin's English or Romantic (presumably, he would not look down upon them if they spoke French rather than their native tongue) likewise is unscientifically judged upon the basis that Darwin finds it unpleasant to listen to. Strikingly, even though some of these natives have already picked up a few words of English and can mimic the body language of the crew, showing what might be called a quick linguistic intelligence, Darwin sniffs that all savages are good mimics."
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Medieval Architecture, 2008.
This paper looks at architecture and design from the period of the Middle Ages.
833 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 29.95
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In this article, the writer notes that according to most historians, the Medieval Period, also known as the Middle Ages, represents about a thousand years from circa 400 A.D. to 1400 A.D., and is sometimes referred to as the "Dark Ages." For centuries, this period of time was thought to be the dark interval between the collapse of the Roman Empire and the rebirth of Western civilization in the Renaissance. However, the writer points out that since the 18th century, historians have revised their opinions on this period, particularly regarding the idea that Medieval design and architecture was crude and primitive. Tee writer discusses that several outstanding examples of Medieval architecture demonstrate that this old view is totally inaccurate, for there are many churches, cathedrals and related buildings in countries like France, England and Germany which bear out the truth, being that Medieval architecture and design was just as complicated and beautiful as any created during the centuries that followed the "Dark Ages."
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"Not too far from this enormous chapel, one can find a single, huge window divided into horizontal tiers of transom windows which help to illuminate the whole interior.
"Overall, this beautiful building must have been a very popular gathering place for worshippers from all levels of English society, even the English peasantry who usually lived in mud huts or cheaply-constructed wooden houses and could find some form of sanctuary within the walls of Salisbury away from all the poverty and starvation that characterized the typical Medieval village or town.
"In Germany, the Church of St. Elizabeth at Marburg, built between 1233 and 1283 A.D., .."
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Jefferson Davis, 2008.
A look at the life and qualities of Jefferson Davis, President of the Confederate States of America.
1,313 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 44.95
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The paper describes Jefferson Davis' background and his positions as U.S. senator, Congressman and President of the Confederacy. The paper looks at a work he authored and goes on to depict how Davis was captured and imprisoned after the surrender of General Lee. The paper discusses his last years and his funeral and provides a quote from a tribute by a Reverend Gallaher.
Outline:
Introduction
Davis: Senator, Congressman and Confederate President
Davis: The Author
Davis: The Surrender
Davis: The Last Years
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"Jefferson Davis was born on June 3, 1808 in Kentucky in Todd County, formerly Christian County, Kentucky. Davis was educated at Transylvania University in Lexington, Kentucky and attended the U.S. Military Academy graduating in 1828. David fought in the Mexican War at Monterrey and Buena Visa and was wounded. David retired from the army in 1835 due to health problems. In the same year Jefferson Davis married Miss Sallie Taylor whose father was Zachary Taylor however, Sally died only three months following their wedding. (Alward, nd) After Sallie died, David purchased a cotton plantation complete with slaves working the field and was a successful plantation cotton farmer. In 1845, David married again, this time to Miss Varina Howell. (Alward, nd) Davis was both a devoted father and husband."
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Harry S. Truman, 2008.
This paper discusses the tumultuous presidency of Harry S. Truman.
1,902 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 60.95
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The paper describes the political and social background of Harry S. Truman, his inexperience and his sudden appointment as president. The paper explains that Truman walked into a presidency characterized by landmines, disruption, war, change and the Soviet threat, with little advisory framework in place to support his administration. The paper relates that while Truman was very unpopular at the time he left the presidency in 1953, his contributions were appreciated more in later years.
Outline:
Introduction
No Warning and No Time To Prepare
Political and Social Background of Harry S. Truman
Inexperienced and New
Truman: End To Fascism and Police Government
Tried To Please Everybody, Satisfied Nobody
Summary and Conclusion
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"Former President Harry S. Truman's life changed with five mere words and so did the face of world politics on the day that upon entering Eleanor Roosevelt's sitting room at the White House and was informed: "Harry, the President is Dead." (Donovan, 1996) April 12, 1945 was a day that was quiet in Washington D.C. and in fact it had rained all afternoon. President Franklin Delano Roosevelt had stopped in Warm Springs, Georgia for a rest after returning from the Big Three Conference in Yalta at the Crimea. (Donovan, 1996; paraphrased) "
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Nigeria's Challenges, 2008.
Presents a creative essay written as if Miss Nigeria America is speaking with the new president of Nigeria, Umaru Yar'Adua, about the problems of Nigeria.
1,020 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 36.95
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This paper explains that the safety, health and happiness of so many Nigerian citizens is depending on the administration of the new president, Umaru Yar'Adua. The paper points out the need for Nigeria to have true democratic elections instead of flawed elections and discusses other pressing issues facing Nigeria including environmental problems, the plight of the poor people in rural Nigeria and the AIDS/HIV epidemic. The writer concludes that she dreams of a country free of corruption, which provides a good education, dependable housing and police protection for all people.
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"There are other issues I hope you can work on, as well, Mr. President. Shell Oil, as you know, has been allowing gas flares to burn and burn and burn. Many groups have protested against the burning of these gases, which are a product of the production of crude oil. This is a terrible abuse of our environment. For one thing it contributes to global warming, and for another, it hurts the air that our citizens breathe. Chevron, Texaco, and Mobil are also exploiting our people by polluting our air - and to top it off, money these American oil companies are making is not shared fairly with Nigerians."
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Great Powers, 2008.
The writer examines the concept of a great power and discusses states in terms of major powers.
1,658 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 53.95
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This paper looks at how, in order to ascertain the degree to which states exercise their power, it is first necessary to properly analyze the components which define great powers - that is the political, military, and, most importantly, economic components. The writer then discusses several theories that quantify power in terms of these components, noting that there have been numerous examples of great powers that have exercised their political, military, and economic influence throughout the centuries. Next, the writer examines the current international scene and asserts that, at this time, the international scene is not dominated by a great power, nor should it be. The paper concludes that, while there have been numerous examples of great powers that have exercised their political, military, and economic influence throughout the centuries, at this time, and taking into account the current evolutions in international affairs in terms of security, financial supremacy and political diversity, it is hard to find a state that would fit the traditional definition of a great power.
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"However, the range of their power cannot be compared to any subsequent definitions of the term great power due to the fact that at the time, the Hellenistic world was considered to be the only one available for states to claim. In this sense, one cannot look at the magnitude of their influence but from a military perspective. Nonetheless, in all confrontations that took place at the time victory resulted in the political domination of the adversary. The Macedonian empire under the rule of Alexander exercised complete political control over the territories it conquered. Even so, neither example can be certified as being but regional powers because of the limited amount of time they manifested their dominance."
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Xerxes, 2008.
An overview of Persian history and the life and times of Xerxes, the king of Persia during the Persian Empire.
2,504 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 20 sources, MLA, $ 76.95
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This paper provides an explanation of the life and achievements of Xerxes, king of Persia, one of the most notable figures of the Great Persian Empire. To provide a better understanding of Xerxes' life and deeds, the paper also describes the circumstances in which Xerxes was raised to power and that influenced his later preoccupations.
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"First we will refer briefly to the Persian Empire, its raise and evolution, and its relation to the Greek world to understand where the Median Wars originated and how they evolved until Xerxes's times. It is necessary to establish the circumstances that provoked those wars and the situation present at the time when Xerxes became king. This was not a new situation that he came to face, but the continuation of a long conflict that had started before he reached the throne, and that he found his duty to continue and solve to the end.
"The Median Wars were the confrontations between the Persian Empire and some of the Greek city-states during the V century B.C."
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Rail Resources in the Civil War, 2008.
This paper explores the U.S. government's strategic control of railroad resources during the Civil War.
5,557 words (approx. 22.2 pages), 18 sources, MLA, $ 135.95
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The paper discusses how the ability of President Lincoln to harness the power of the U.S. transportation infrastructure was essential to eventual victory on the part of the Union forces. The paper looks at Herman Haupt's role in controlling the railroads and maintaining the war effort and shows how the ensuing end of the war and reconstruction cemented both the need and the ability of the US government to control this essential developmental resource.
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"One of the most important issues with regard to armed conflict is resources, who has them or can get them and who does not and cannot. It would seem that to a large degree resources can make the difference between the winner and the loser in any regional or international conflict. In fact resources are so crucial that most use the availability of resources, rather than the righteousness of the cause as one of the fundamental decision factors of whether to enter into armed conflict at all. In the case of civil wars the issue frequently becomes more complicated, as the control of such resources, as they exists and can be manipulated, determines to some degree the outcome."
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"Africa Since 1800", 2008.
A review of "Africa Since 1800" by Roland Oliver and Anthony Atmore.
859 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 30.95
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The paper examines "Africa Since 1800", which is primarily a survey text of the recent history of the continent of Africa. The paper reveals that this text that is factually correct still has a clear ideological point of view in terms of what the authors chose to include and exclude. The paper is of the opinion that regardless of their editorializing, "Africa Since 1800" is still a worthy read, for its illumination of West African political development as distinct from Central and Eastern African history, and its condense yet diverse factual array of events that may be unfamiliar to a new student of African history.
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"Africa Since 1800 is primarily a survey text of the recent history of the continent of Africa. However, even a survey history of a region still has a clear ideological point of view in terms of what the authors chose to include and exclude. This text, although factually correct and valuable in its treatment of often uncovered areas of African history and territory, tends to deemphasize the immorality of the colonialist impulse, and locate anti-colonial resistance as part of a larger history of a region characterized by frequent struggles for dominance by a variety of political leaders. Authors Roland Oliver and Anthony Atmore in no way defend colonialism, but they wish to present what they believe to be balanced and fairly dispassionate overview of the region."
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