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Edna Pontellier’s Fight for Independence Rights in the novel The Awakening by Kate Chopin (847 words, 1 pages)

The Awakeing A Woman's Fight for Independence Right from the beginning the plot is almost conveniently evident. You find a woman, Edna Pontellier, tired of living her life as a pampered and "owned" wife and mother. She is searching for much more in her life, some sort of meaning for ... Read More

A History of the Rise of the Assyrian Civilization (655 words, 1 pages)

THE ASSYRIAN EMPIRE Assyrian civilization was focused around its powerful king with a militaristic hierarchy supported by officials, artisans, farmers, and slaves. The king was chief judge, lawmaker, commander-in-chief of the army, and head of the religion, although he was not deified himself. Established traditions and customs stabilized the culture ... Read More

A Review of the Novel Sword of the Rightful King by Jane Yolen (401 words, 1 pages)

This book report is on the novel Sword of the Rightful King, written by Jane Yolen. The book is about the newly crowned King Arthur, who rules the kingdom, but not the people's hearts. If he fails to prove his worth. his power will always be in question. Too many ... Read More

An Analysis of the Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell (777 words, 1 pages)

In 1948, Joseph Campbell wrote "The Hero with a Thousand Faces", in which he explained his theory that every hero, in the writings of all cultures, has always taken specific steps in their journey to complete the story. Campbell's theory on the hero's quest is used in some form for ... Read More

The Imprisonment of People Without Their Rights by the United States Government (1002 words, 2 pages)

"The detentions from the beginning have been veiled in secrecy. This decision will help to lift that veil so ... at least we can put names to prisoners' faces, and the families will know if their loved ones have been arrested." - Curt Goering. Although this may sound like some ... Read More

An Analysis of Wilbert Jenkins’s African Americans in Post Civil War (508 words, 1 pages)

Jenkins, Wilbert L. Seizing the New Day African Americans in Post-Civil War Charleston. Bloomington Indiana University Press, 1998. The end of the Civil War may have ended the institution of slavery, but this emancipation did not necessarily mean that African Americans in post-Civil War Charleston, South Carolina, experienced an unrivalled ... Read More

How the Basic Rights of Human Beings Evolved to Be Complex in Nature (849 words, 2 pages)

All men are born equal, but even before taking his first step or uttering his first word, a baby understands that it is every man for himself. Human nature may be born good--pure, simple, and as innocent as the baby himself--but when left to survive in this world, societal influences ... Read More

The Portrayal of a Classic Hero in Literature Based on Five Examples (1599 words, 4 pages)

" If Hero means sincere man, why may not everyone of us be a Hero?" (Carlyle, qtd. in Hoyt' s New Cyclopedia of Practical Quotations). This statement makes heroism seem simple, but is being sincere enough to make you a hero? In modern society, the answer is likely to be ... Read More

Robert Frost: A True Hero of Our Age (1526 words, 2 pages)

Robert Frost A True Hero of Our Age Robert Lee Frost, one of America's leading Twentieth century poets and a four time Pulitzer Prize winner, was born in San Francisco in March of 1874. Although born on the West Coast, he is usually associated with New England in his poetry. ... Read More

The Controversial Issue of Physician-Assisted Suicides in Relations to the Right to Die (749 words, 3 pages)

Right to Die Physician-assisted suicide presents one of the greatest dilemmas tothe medical profession. Should someone who is mentally competent, but deemed terminally ill, be allowed to engagein physician-assisted suicide? According to the First Amendment of The Constitution of The United States, one hasthe freedom to petition the government for ... Read More

The Declaration of Independence in the United States and How It Affected People’s Rights (2593 words, 4 pages)

The Declaration of Independence Over two centuries ago, a document was drafted that demanded the world to take notice. That document, the Declaration of Independence, signified that a new country was born, oppressive rule and tyranny in the New World was at an end and new personal freedoms for citizens ... Read More

The Four Phases of Reconstruction in the United States after the Civil War (810 words, 3 pages)

Reconstruction was the period after the Civil War in which many changes were undergone in the north and the south in order to restore the union. The south had suffered the destruction of their factories, railroads, the now worthless Confederate money, and mainly their slave-worked farms. The north suffered mainly ... Read More

Personal Views on Death Penalty, Civil Liberties, Abortion, Religion, Anarchy and Hacking (5098 words, 6 pages)

In todays world, people of the world see most politics as corrupt powerful dogs waiting for the country to finally give in to their demands like a kidnapper asking for a ransom. Although not all politicians are corrupt there are a huge group that are. Being on the blunt side ... Read More

The Qualities a Person Must Possess to a Be a Homeric Hero (1242 words, 2 pages)

There are many qualities a person must possess to be a Homeric hero. First, they must by vengeful. They must also be physically strong, and have a slightly overblown ego. However, they must also be wise, smart, and intelligent. Lastly, they are required to be very affluent. Odysseus fulfilled all ... Read More

Proving the Bible Right as the Word of God (477 words, 1 pages)

Proving the Bible Right Now a days its hard to trust anything. With so many things going wrong in todays society there is one thing that you can trust. Thats the Holy Bible. There are many reasons to trust the Bible, the most common is that its Gods word but ... Read More

An Argument in Favor of Abortion Because It Is Every Woman’s Right and Choice (1100 words, 2 pages)

Abortion an operation or other invention to end a pregnancy by removing an embryo or fetus from the womb as stated by the Encarta World English Dictionary. Abortion is a controversial topic in todays society and I believe that each individual (depending on the circumstance) has the right to choose. ... Read More

How the Right to Privacy in the United States Has Been Used by Criminals to Their Advantage (611 words, 1 pages)

Privacy is the right to be let alone to do what you want in secret. All across our nation privacy is being exploited by companies, hardened criminals and drug users. They use or invade privacy for their own personal gain. We need to change our view of privacy when considering ... Read More

Hobbes’s Perspective of How Societies Can Live Together without Destructing Civilization (747 words, 1 pages)

Imagine a world full of chaos and disorder, where people do what they please with no regard to those around them. Imagine a society where only the strong survive, and the weak are left to wither in the dust. Imagine trying to live in this world, trying to succeed in ... Read More

The Complex Story of a Civil Case in Woburn in Jonathan Hair’s a Civil Action (1156 words, 2 pages)

A Civil Action, by Jonathan Harr, tells the complex story of a civil case in Woburn, Massachusetts. The events of the Woburn case touch on many problems in the tort law system. The author really brings the reader into the story.... you feel that you are there experiencing everything. And ... Read More

A Narrative and Review of the Meeting at the Police Civil Service Commission (644 words, 1 pages)

At the Police Civil Service Commission there were three commissioners, along with the police chief, lieutenants and other officials. It is normally about 11 people in total, but this one was a little different with about 10-12 students and a reporter for the Bakersfield Californian. The three commissioners, Steve Anderson, ... Read More

The Amendments in the US Constitution that Provides the Rights of the Criminally Abused (848 words, 2 pages)

The Right of Criminally Abused Due process of law is commonly defined as the right of every citizen against arbitrary action by national or state governments. This law was created to protect the personal liberty of every citizen. In court matters involving crime, the state is the party charging the ... Read More

An Analysis of the Characteristics of Three Tragic Heroes in “Phaedra” by Jean Racine (374 words, 1 pages)

The Aristotelian tragic hero is defined as a "lifelike" person who demonstrates both good and bad qualities through speech and action in a consistent manner. Moreover, the tragic hero, due to a personal error in judgment or tragic flaw, is the cause of the tragedy in a play. In Jean ... Read More

How the Commission on Mental and Physical Disability Law Is Helping Address the Rights of the Disabled in America (1644 words, 3 pages)

Every student attending the University of Maryland, College Park has access to opportunities and benefits that will last them a lifetime. One of these opportunities available to each and every student is participation in the internship program. I believe that working as an intern is a valuable part of an ... Read More

How to Go about Purchasing the Right Cheese and Taking the Cheese (500 words, 1 pages)

To begin with, you need to find a cheese shop that will cater to your cheese needs. Finding a good purveyor of cheese is very important because very few exist. After you find a shop, you need to establish a strong relationship with the shop owner. The shop owner will ... Read More

The History of Civilization of the Ebo People in Benin (747 words, 2 pages)

Erin Mercer History of Civilization 102-41 Dr. Daniel C. Vogt February 12, 2001 Equianos Boyhood in Africa Olaudah Equianos early childhood experiences took place mainly in Africa before he was sold into slavery. He lived in the fertile province of Ebo, within the Kingdom of Benin. He grew up far ... Read More

An Analysis of the Hero in Odyssey by Homer (544 words, 1 pages)

Odysseus, The Hero In todays eclectic society, everybodys heroes are different. However, during the era Homers The Odyssey was created all heroes had same characteristics. Heroes were the people who saved people, they were courageous wise and had fighting spirit. Odysseus, the main character in Homers epic poem was clever ... Read More

An Analogy of Animal Rights Movement as Many Hands on Many Oars (1150 words, 2 pages)

What characterizes the animal rights movement as many hands on many oars? The best example I can think of that would characterize the animal rights movement as many hands on many oars? is portrayed by the list found at the web page address httparrs.envirolink.orgorganizations arsites.html. This page lists link to ... Read More

An Overview of the Conditions in Which the American Civil War Wouldn’t Have Happened (256 words, 1 pages)

No Civil War? There may not have been a Civil War if the Northern colonies had the same agriculture as the South . Even the Revolution may not have taken place if this was true. It took a long time before the North convinced the South to take part in ... Read More

A Biography of Nelson Mandela, a Civil Rights Fighter (463 words, 1 pages)

Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela Imagine growing up in a country where drinking out of the wrong water fountain might get you thrown into jail where a man might have the very same job as his neighbour, but because of the colour of his skin get paid less in a year than ... Read More

Ned Hanged for Murder but Considered by Many as Australia’s Hero (1014 words, 2 pages)

How does a man hanged for murder, become an Australian national hero? Ned was just 16 when he was convicted of receiving a stolen horse and served three years in gaol before being released in 1874. Whether or not he was set for a life of crime is hard to ... Read More

Published: Friday 25th of January 2013