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"Perfectly Legal", 2008.
A book review of "Perfectly Legal: The Covert Campaign to Rig Our Tax System to Benefit the Super Rich - and Cheat Everybody Else," written by David Cay Johnston.
1,380 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 46.95
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This paper introduces and analyzes the book "Perfectly Legal: The Covert Campaign to Rig Our Tax System to Benefit the Super Rich - and Cheat Everybody Else," written by David Cay Johnston. The paper discusses the content of the book and reviews the writer's skill and qualifications to write the book. The paper concludes that the book is startling and illuminating.
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"The author is not against taxes. Again, in the Prologue, he notes, "A good tax system flows from the economic order and greases the wheels of commerce" (Johnston 2). However, in the pages that follow, he illustrates a tax system that is so seriously flawed it would be laughable if it were not so pathetic, and an IRS that is out of touch even with its own laws and regulations. It also shows that even when the IRS knows that certain tax laws have been manipulated by the rich and powerful, they tend to overlook these "transgressions" rather than attempting to collect the taxes. Take for example, the case of the "accelerated charitable remainder trust" scheme that tax consultant Jonathan Blattmachr engineered in the 1990s for Bill Gates (it is not known if Gates used the dodge before it was outlawed) (Johnston 7-8). Schemes like this continue, and as soon as one is outlawed, another takes its place, allowing the super rich to live extravagant and lavish lifestyles at the cost of "normal" American taxpayers."
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"Between Argentines and Arabs", 2008.
An examination of the content and presentation of Christina Civantos' book, "Between Argentines and Arabs: Argentine Orientalism, Arab Immigrants, and the Writing of Identity."
805 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 28.95
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This paper discusses and reviews Christina Civantos' 2006 text, "Between Argentines and Arabs: Argentine Orientalism, Arab Immigrants, and the Writing of Identity," which examines the phenomenon of Orientalism specifically in a Latin American context. The paper discusses the content of the book and how Civantos presents her ideas.
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"Orientalism was a term coined by the postcolonial theorist Edward Said to describe the reduction of Middle Eastern or East Asian culture to a kind of exotic literary trope. Said discusses this development mainly in relation to European powers and their colonial possessions, but Christina Civantos in her 2006 text Between Argentines and Arabs: Argentine Orientalism, Arab Immigrants, and the Writing of Identity examines the phenomenon of Orientalism specifically in a Latin American context. Argentina was one of the most ethnically diverse societies of Latin America. The debate over colonialism, Nationalism, Orientalism took on a unique character in the country because of its cross-section of identities. European, Indian, and Arabs were all determined to create their unique subjectivity in relation to the nation."
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Thrasymachus and Thomas Hobbes on Justice, 2008.
A comparison of the views of Thrasymachus, the character in Plato's "Republic" and of Thomas Hobbes in his work, "Leviathan" on the topic of justice in society.
1,145 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 39.95
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This paper discusses the similarities between the speech of Thrasymachus, the character in Plato's "Republic" and the ideas of justice presented by Thomas Hobbes in his work, "Leviathan." The paper also looks at the notable differences between the two views, particularly their different versions of what justice is within society.
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"Hobbes argues that men naturally compete for their own wellbeing, for power and wealth, and that in the course of that competition force and fraud are the only virtues as self-preservation is the ultimate goal (Hobbes, 78). A man is capable and should use every means in order to make what is best for him, in order to acquire even more power. Outside a society, there is no such thing as just or unjust. Individuals can make whatever is best for them for their self-preservation, and there are no punishments for their actions outside a society. Hobbes agrees with Thrasymachus on the point that justice is the advantage of the stronger, as the stronger have the advantage of imposing their justice, but further argues that in the state of nature there is no such thing as justice or injustice as these are terms that can only be defined in a contractual society. He argues that indeed justice is the advantage of the stronger, but only in the state of nature. Outside a civil society, the advantage of the stronger prevails as it is a competition."
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Responsibility and Guilt, 2008.
An analysis of the themes of responsibility and guilt in "All My Sons" by Arthur Miller, "Long Time since Yesterday" by P. J. Gibson and "The Kidnapped Wife and the Dream Helper" by Susan Hazen Hammond.
1,061 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 37.95
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This paper relates that a contrastive analysis of the two plays, "All My Sons" by Arthur Miller and "Long Time since Yesterday" by P. J. Gibson and the short story entitled "The Kidnapped Wife and the Dream Helper" by Susan Hazen Hammond, reveals that, despite the entirely different backgrounds, these three works share common themes: responsibility and guilt. In particular, the paper looks at how the main characters of the three stories are all confronted with the consequences of a past decision, for which they have to pay the price.
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"Miller's play is very similar with respect to its main theme. Joe Keller also makes an economical decision at one point in his life: being in charge of the military equipment of the Air Force planes during the Second World War he provides the army with 121 defective cracked cylinder heads. As a result, twenty one of the planes crash and all the pilots die. Thus, faithful to the American Dream of prosperity and wary of his family's finances, Joe knowingly ignores the possible consequences of his act. Years after this tragedy, Joe is still in denial, refusing to acknowledge any personal responsibility or guilt. Thus, the structure of the play is almost identical with that of the short story previously discussed. Joe refuses to take responsibility in two situations, not just one: first for the pilots, and then for the death of his own son, Larry who commits suicide out of shame for his father's immoral act. The self-interest and selfishness are also present in Miller's play. "
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My Writing, 2008.
A personal reflection on the author's writing process.
919 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 0 sources, $ 32.95
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The writer relates that his participation in a writing course has helped him identify three specific elements of his writing process that have always made it difficult for him to express ideas in written form. The writer outlines these three elements and explains how he hopes to overcome them in the future.
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"Because I do not write much recreationally, most of my writing experience has related to academic assignments. As a student, my daily schedule has always been somewhat hectic. Ever since grade school, I have usually done most of my non-classroom academic work at approximately the same time of day during the week, and on Sunday afternoons. Many times, in the case of writing assignments, I have experienced so-called "writer's block." After so many repeated instances early in my academic career, eventually I assumed that writing was very difficult for me. Several times, I gave up after more than hour of trying to write without getting a single usable sentence on paper."
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Career Plans and Goals, 2008.
A discussion of the writer's background, interests and career plans.
718 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 0 sources, $ 25.95
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This paper discusses the writer's short and long-term career plans and goals within the finance sector. Specifically, the paper discusses the writer's background, interests and work experience as well as enumerates on the writer's educational background and plans and work interests. Lastly, the writer looks at the ways in which his values influence his interests and career plans.
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Career Objectives
Short/Long-Term Goals
Backgrounds/Interests/Experience: Effect on Goals
Interests and Values
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"I believe by achieving my MA of Finance degree at US University, combined with the foundation built during my MBA and work experience gained at ICC, I will have the necessary academic tools to excel in the field of finance and emerging financial arenas. To achieve my goals, including my goal of becoming a financial academe, I plan to concentrate my studies heavily on continuous education in the field of finance. Strengths that will assist me in doing this and achieving my goal of research include my knowledge of higher mathematics and business statistics, and a high degree of knowledge in the fields of finance, accounting and risk management. Other tools that will assist me in realizing my goals include courses I have taken for my MBA, including statistics, business strategy and macro/micro economics."
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Defeating Dracula, 2008.
An examination of the ways that one could find and destroy Bram Stoker's vampire, Dracula.
2,244 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 69.95
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This paper discusses Bram Stoker's famous vampire, Dracula. It specifically focuses on ways that a vampire can be defeated. It compares modern audiences' familiarity with the traditional means of fighting and killing vampires with the ways presented in the book. The paper then examines Dracula's strengths and weaknesses and develops the writer's plan for finding and destroying the vampire.
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"I also have reservations about including Seward in the hunting party. At first blush, seems as if he would be helpful in a vampire expedition. After all, he studied Renfield, and would be able to recognize the same type of influence and infatuation if Dracula chose another minion. However, one might hesitate before choosing Dr. Seward for such an expedition because of his reliance on chloral to sleep. (Stoker, 161). Dependence on any drug is a potentially fatal weakness, and Dracula appears adept at exploiting personal weakness. Therefore, Seward could possibly be a liability in hunting. However, if one were to be certain that Seward did not use any drugs while on the expedition, his experience would prove invaluable. After all, Seward saw the steps that Van Helsing took to counteract Dracula's impact on Lucy. Therefore, if Van Helsing were to fall victim to the vampire, the hunting party might still have some chance of success."
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Twain's "Good Little Boy", 2008.
A description of the concepts of reward and punishment in Mark Twain's story, "Good Little Boy."
1,662 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 54.95
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This paper discusses Mark Twain's story, "Good Little Boy." It describes the plot of the story and the motivation of Twain in writing it. The paper compares the idea of the good little boy encountering troubles with the concepts and religious beliefs of Twain's time. It also discusses how the reader may be disappointed with the outcome of the story and why this would be so.
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"The boy goes on to realize that everything turned out the opposite of the way it was depicted in his church literature. It wasn't the good little boys who were rewarded and never broke their legs or had bad things happen to them, but the other way around. He saw that when he tried to do good, bad things happened to him. When he tried to help people or animals, they weren't grateful and blessed him. They were angry and he was the one who got hurt. When he tried to instruct the boys who were disobeying the law, he was punished, but he was still determined to be good."
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"Pest" Is Only One Letter Away From Pet, 2008.
A creative narrative describing the writer's experiences as the owner of a pet mouse.
1,101 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 0 sources, $ 38.95
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This creative writing piece presents an unforgettable childhood experience. The paper describes the writer's experiences as the owner of a pet mouse. The writer describes the way in which his pet was perceived as a pest simply because it was a mouse. It also describes the character of his pet and the positive experiences that the writer had with the animal.
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"A few weeks later my Dad intercepted me at the door before I made it all the way to my room to tell me that I could get another pet if I wanted, but that Mickey had died. He left him in his cage to let me decide what to do with him which I appreciated. I wanted to preserve him in a bottle, like the specimens in the science lab in school. All we had at home was alcohol, so I filled a small bottle and put Mickey in, planning to replace the alcohol with formaldehyde as soon as I could get some from my science teacher. According to him, the alcohol would work just as well, so that's how Mickey stayed, preserved in that little bottle. Occasionally I'd hold the bottle up to look at him. Except for the light refraction by the alcohol, he looked just as he had in life, completely intact, except for the large scab on his back that he couldn't stop scratching."
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"The Republic", 2008.
An analysis of the theme of justice in Plato's "The Republic".
793 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 28.95
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This paper discusses how the main concern of Plato's "The Republic" is justice. The paper notes that the term 'justice' had often been used as morality or, in other words, moral behavior had been described in terms of justice. In fact, Plato, Socrates and others apply the term justice to morality on many occasions. However, today, justice and morality are considered two different things. They may be connected to each other but cannot be used interchangeably. The paper examines how, in contrast, this is not the same with Plato and this distinction is important when examining how Glaucon in "The Republic", describes injustice as immoral behavior and calls it injustice.
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"Socrates refuses to accept this logic and said that only an immoral person would be so deluded. If a person commits acts of injustice because he cannot be seen, he is still hurting his soul and that's the worst thing anyone can do to himself. But his views are again rejected by Adeimantus who supports Glaucon and says: "Both Glaucon and I, Socrates, are saying to you, "My friend, we can start with those original heroes whose writings are extant and end with our contemporaries, but we find that not a single one of you self-styled supporters of morality has ever found fault with immorality or commended morality except in terms of the reputation, status, and rewards which follow from them." (p. 55)"
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