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Biography of George Washington

individualism. Under such circumstances, it is no wonder that Americans might look to the father of their country for guidance and...

Life and Works of Korean Philosopher T'oegye

In eight pages this Korean philosopher's life, works, and legacy are examined. Four sources are cited in the bibliography....

Legacy of the Cold War

alliance of liberal democracies, or the First World, and the Soviet bloc of state socialist nations or the Second World (McLeish 7...

Darkness at Noon by Arthur Koestler

In six pages this paper considers the Great Terror of 1930s Russia within the context of the novel and discusses how Stalin's purg...

Contemporary Influence of the Beat Generation

In 10 pages this paper examines the works of Lawrence Ferlinghetti, Allen Ginsberg, and Jack Kerouac in an assessment of the 1950s...

Life and Legacy of Ernesto 'Che' Guevara

a doctor, he was, in nearly every sense of the word, a true "populist." The earthly remains of the revolutions heroic marty...

John Steinbeck's Legacy Featured in Working Days The Journals of the Grapes of Wrath

Working Days: The Journals of The Grapes of Wrath is considered in appreciation of author John Steinbeck and his literary legacy ...

Contemporary Impact of Galileo Galilei

In seven pages Galileo and his scientific legacy is examined in terms of their impact upon the modern world. Twenty seven sources...

Life and Legacy of Joan of Arc

In five pages this research paper presents an overview of the life, travels, captivity, execution, and enduring legacy of Saint Jo...

NFL Commissioner Pete Rozelle's Leadership Influence

In twenty five pages this research paper examines the enduring leadership legacy of National Football League Commissioner Pete Roz...

The Vikings and Their Legacy

be land shortage in Scandinavia, improved iron production, and the need for new markets all of which played a big part in the Viki...

The FDR Years by William E. Leuchtenburg

came about verifies Leuchtenburgs assessment. Many of the components of the New Deal were passed into law during Roosevelts first ...

Jeffersonian Democracy's Legacy and the U.S. Bill of Rights

In twenty pages this paper examines Thomas Jefferson's approach to democracy in a discussion of the intent and purpose of the Bill...

Polands Lech Walesa

to Lech Walesa (1990). Walesas union movement declared that people were weary of tough austerity measures. Mazowieckis ret...

America of the Past and Future in the Writings of Nathaniel Hawthorne and Ralph Waldo Emerson

In five pages the American legacies of Emerson and Hawthorne are considered in a contrast of their lives and writings. Four sourc...

The Identity of Mother and Daughter in The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan

In a paper that consists of five pages the Chinese legacy of mothers and daughters that provides them with their identity is discu...

Timelessness of the Grateful Dead

In ten pages a fan of the Grateful Dead's music discusses the classic band's influence and legacy. Six sources are cited in the b...

Book and Film Adaptations of the Life of Jackie Robinson

This paper consisting of five pages compares the text Baseball's Great Experiment Jackie Robinson and His Legacy with the film Bi...

Overview of the Dred Scott Case and Its Legacy

In six pages this research paper discusses the Dred Scott case and the legacy of its Decision regarding 'majority rule' and states...

Lasting Legacy of Baseball's Jackie Robinson

In eleven pages Brooklyn Dodgers' baseball player Jackie Robinson, who successfully broke through the sport's color barrier in 194...

Analysis of the Civil Rights Legacy Left by President John F. Kennedy

by signing a federal housing order prohibiting such discrimination, but nearly a year after taking office, the bill was still not ...

The Incomparable Andy Warhol

chose to delve into that genre, but he influenced an entire cultural trend that touched the world of fashion design, music and soc...

The Writing System of Ancient Turkey

fundamental basis for a number of languages that followed. One in particular was the translation of the eighth century Gokturk, w...

Legacy of Mao Zedong

In five pages this essay examines the Chinese Communist government of Mao Zedong, its policies, and lingering legacy. Six sources...

Life and Music of Count Basie

In seven pages the life of Count Basie and his musical legacy in terms of innovation and influencing artists are considered. Ther...

Artistic Contributions of Antonin Artaud

Joan at her trial before the ecclesiastical court. Much of the film is camera movement which makes not only Joans passions visibl...

Charlie Chaplin's Life and Cinematic Contributions

In thirty pages this paper discusses the controversial actor and director's life, cinematic contributions, politics, and the legac...

Acting Teacher Sanford Meisner

In six pages this paper discusses the acting techniques Sanford Meisner taught his students and also considers the teacher's legac...

Life and Legacy of Charles Darwin

In five pages this paper briefly considers Darwinian theory, historians' opinions, and then considers the man himself and the time...

Life and Legacy of Indian Political Activist Mohandas K. Gandhi

In eight pages this paper discusses the life and activism of this influential advocate of civil disobedience and questions his com...