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Life in A Sinhalese Village, 2008.
This paper paints a picture of the society in a Sinhalese village, Sri Lanka.
702 words (approx. 2.8 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 18.95
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The paper discusses the ritual practices common in Sinhalese villages, specifically, the art of "devil dancing". The paper points out the Sinhalese respect and fear for the unknown and abstract. The paper looks at the disparity in formal education systems, the role of family in Sinhalese society and the contested role of women.
Outline:
Ritual Practices-The Devil Dance
Formal Education
Kinship
The Independent Woman
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"A large majority of the people of Sri Lanka pratice Buddhism or a synthesis of Buddhism and Hindusim. But throughout history, folk cults stemmed from cultural traditions with beings and deities of supernatural powers that influence day-to-day lives of the people have also been integrated into the Buddhist practices of Sinhalese villages (Baker 39). A great deal of emphasis is placed upon the complex and elaborate rituals needed to pacify evil spirits and to appease the benevolent deities. Although this practice is not condoned by the Buddhist temples, there is a large following of these rituals, especially in the Sinhalese villages."
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Institutionalized Sexism in the Workplace, 2008.
An analysis of the environmental, cultural and structural factors relating to sexism in the workplace.
2,239 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 8 sources, APA, £ 49.95
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This paper addresses important environmental, cultural and structural factors that relate to North American private sector organizations. It also questions how Canadian organizational cultures may differ from those found elsewhere in North America. The paper then focuses on the expectations and aspirations of Canadian women vis-a-vis women in the workplace and the bias they face.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
A Changed Environment
Organizations as Machines
Culture and Aspiration
Sociologists and Questions
Concluding Discussion
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" As Deborah Brandt's compelling work reveals, the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) has certainly produced a re-gendering of labour towards the abject exploitation of very poor women who will never know the confines of institutional or organizational employment, never lament that higher studies or qualifications earn them a 10 or 15 percent pay difference, or that they cannot reach a board of directors. (2000) These matters can seem much more important for sociologists to discuss when examining power in relation to institutions that need to be examined in their much greater, macro-systemic and environmental meanings. The stronger questions of gendered labour would seem those involving women - and men - for whom labour and access to paltry wages are matters of life and death."
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Women, Domestic Violence and Alcohol Abuse, 2008.
This paper explores how a sociological perspective can help women who are victims of domestic violence and alcohol abuse.
1,318 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 9 sources, MLA, £ 31.95
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The paper discusses how many women in our society are abused in the domestic sphere, as well as suffer from a dependency on alcohol. The paper highlights how social institutions need to change in order for women to start having a greater sense of their own identity. The paper explains that this would be directly connected to lowering the chances of women being victims of domestic abuse and becoming dependent on drugs and alcohol.
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"Today, many women in our society are abused in the domestic sphere, as well as suffer from a dependency on alcohol. For instance, one third of all alcoholics are women. In this context, it is important to point out that alcoholism has traditionally been seen as a greater shame for women than for men. Indeed, in the past, most women were in the home and that is why alcoholism was less likely to be identified in women. But overall, women were perceived to be more "moral" than men, and they were held up to a higher ideal. It is important to understand this cultural aspect, since it leads us to understand how a sociological perspective can ultimately help women who are victims of domestic violence and alcohol abuse."
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Tstisi Dangarembga's "Nervous Conditions", 2007.
This paper discusses Tstisi Dangarembga's novel "Nervous Conditions", which provides an insight into the residual effects of patriarchal colonization.
2,045 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 45.95
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This paper explains that Dangarembga's novel "Nervous Conditions" shows the inequities created by a colonial government and by the perpetuation of colonialism through class division and gender dominance. The author points out that this novel is unique in terms of its character development and its relation to the personal experience of the author, an affluent native woman of Zimbabwe. The paper relates that the women of this book represent the internal societal struggles of gender inequality and patriarchal domination. The author underscores that the novel analyzes the impact of this gender inequality on the physical attributes of women by emphasizing that the road to acceptance in a strict, patriarchal society is through physical ailments.
Table of Contents:
"Nervous Conditions"- A Brief
"Nervous Conditions" - Theoretical Implications
"Nervous Conditions" - Analysis and Conclusions
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"Nyasha's sage advice also portrays the hardships of recognizing the atrocities of colonial inequality. The author argues that the issue of colonialism is not observable cosmetically. Rather, internal examination of the family unit and gender interaction is necessary in noticing the elements left behind by colonial rule. Class segregation is obvious in Tambu's mistreatment during her educational career, but specific residual impacts of patriarchal colonialism is much more obvious through the role of the uncle, Babamukuru."
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Women's Career Development, 2008.
This paper explores career development for women in the workplace.
1,592 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 4 sources, APA, £ 37.95
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The paper explains the process of career development and why the challenges are often greater for women. The paper explores women in the workplace today and the concern that they experience a glass ceiling that prevents them from rising to the higher levels of the corporate world. The paper concludes that for women to move even higher and increase their numbers in the boardroom, they must give more attention to career development and overcome some of the stereotypes still promulgated by society.
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"Career development is a process that can begin as early as grade school and that becomes a formal process in high school and into college. The process involves an analysis of capabilities and preferences and matching these to a career path that may then help the young person decide on courses of study and other actions geared to achieving the goals set. The process continues into the individual's work life, with companies making decisions about employees, suggesting career moves, and providing added training and instruction as needed to help employees in the development of a career. The challenges are often greater for women in career development because they may be acting as pioneers in areas previously closed to women, or at least with limited experience with women, and so they have to help form their career path to a greater degree than men who can emulate those who have gone before."
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Feminist Theory and Abortion, 2008.
A discussion on abortion in light of feminist theory.
3,002 words (approx. 12.0 pages), 11 sources, APA, £ 63.95
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This paper seeks to take a critical look at feminist theory in light of the second wave of feminism by breaking down feminism into its various belief systems and foundations. A short section on feminist bioethics is also presented including its history and foundation. The next section of the paper focuses on abortion in light of feminist theory. The paper then concludes with a personal discussion on the author's agreement with the pro-choice feminist theory on abortion. While theory and foundations on feminism are presented for both pro-choice and pro-life feminist theory, this writer believes that the maintenance of a pro-choice feminist ideology is critical.
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Abstract
Feminist Theory and Feminism
Feminist Bioethics
Abortion in Light of Feminist Theory - US
Abortion in Light of Feminist Theory - International
This Writer as 'Pro-Choice' - Statement
This Writer as 'Pro-Choice' - Personal Ideology
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"Stewart (2003) tells us that from the late 1960s into the 1970s, feminists started developing their own theory as to what feminism was, but by the 190s, there were conflicting opinions and viewpoints on the best way to challenge the patriarchy. Ermarth (2000) comments on the differing viewpoints of feminism that are all individual components of the "feminist umbrella" she refers to as 'identity politics.' To Ermarth (2000), how one identifies themselves determines their concept of feminism. Ermarth (2000) tells us that feminism can take on any meaning, although the most common refers to the social factors related to male supremacy and an opposition to any kind of domination. "
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Drama: Love, Marriage and Sexual Politics, 2008.
This paper compares themes of love, marriage and sexual politics in Henrik Ibsen's "A Doll's House" and in William Wycherley's "The Country Wife".
1,335 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 31.95
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This paper explains that, although "The Country Wife", a 1675 restoration comedy by William Wycherley, and "A Doll's House", an 1879 play by Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen, were written at different times, both portray the sexual politics that existed between couples during those periods. The author point out that both stories involve possessive love, marriages fraught with deception and struggles between the sexes; however, these plays differ in several significant ways. The paper relates that Wycherley's Margery is unsophisticated at the beginning of the play while Ibsen's Nora maintains a level of city sophistication throughout the play. The author states that the primary conflict between the couples is sex for Wycherley but money for Ibsen. The paper reveals that, while both Nora and Margery hold the majority of the power by the end of each play, Nora uses her power to leave her husband while Margery stays and manipulates her husband.
Table of Contents:
Love
Marriage
Sexual Politics
Conclusion
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"Both men also treat their wives as being stupid. In Act I, Torvald calls out to Nora from his study, asking if it was his "little lark twittering out there" (Ibsen Act 1). He goes on to ask if she is his "little squirrel bustling about" and, later, takes her by her ear and calls her his "little featherhead" (Act 1). Clearly, Torval is objectifying his wife, rather than identifying her as a thinking woman. Similarly, Pinchwife feels that Margery is too stupid to make any plans to deceive him, even when she proves herself to the audience to be very capable of doing just that."
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Women, Family and Careers, 2008.
This paper explores research on the topic of women and gender inequality in the workplace.
1,248 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 30.95
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The paper discusses the conclusions of economic historian, Claudia Goldin, that women have a difficult time in beginning a family and embarking on a career in the business world. The paper looks at M. Ferber and C. Greene's study that determined there were more females that were capable of achieving a family and professional life than had been previously suggested. The paper also examines a study by B. Probert on why women were not in higher levels of organizations. The paper explains the conclusions that the factor of the family affected women in their quest to achieve the highest goals in business and not merely gender inequality.
Outline:
Experimental Design
Case Study
Survey Research
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"Ferber and Greene (2003) discuss the issue of a study conducted by Goldin in which the author suggested that women had a difficult time in "having it all". The term "having it all" referred to the ability to begin a family, while at the same time embark on a career in the business world. The researchers used a literature review experimental design for their work, evaluating the points of Goldin's article. Primarily the researchers determined that the issue of women having careers and families was described by Goldin as being difficult to achieve. Yet, Ferber and Greene (2003) concluded that not only did this conclusion lead women to believe that there was no point in attempting their personal and professional goals, but that it was inaccurate. Ferber and Greene (2003) determined that there was a vast number of women that were capable of achieving both goals, but that they were still unequal members of society."
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The Image of Women in Society, 2008.
This paper examines the process of gender socialization as portrayed in various images.
1,926 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 10 sources, MLA, £ 43.95
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The paper explores the image society has of women through an examination of a child's toy (the Kim Possible Doll), advertising images for Skechers and the television show "The Closer." The paper discusses how the external image of youth, beauty and especially being thin is projected as a virtual necessity. The paper looks at the harmful effects this has on the self-image of girls and young women trying to emulate what they believe is the ideal.
Outline:
Introduction
Kim Possible Doll
Skechers Models
The Closer
Conclusion
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"The prevailing doll image offered to young girls for many years has been the Barbie Doll, the image of an extremely thin young woman, with an emphasis on thin-ness, beauty, perfect hair, and perfect makeup. This is only one source of this sort of image, and many of the images from popular culture reinforce this idea.
"Meta G. Carstarphen and Susan C. Zavoina write specifically about the experience of adolescent girls and note how these girls are influenced by images of girls their age in magazines like Seventeen and Teen, among other sources, and the authors note first that advertising is directed at young people because they represent an important target market, if one that is particularly vulnerable: "A time of awkwardness and opportunity, adolescence represents a critical time of identity formation for both boys and girls" (Carstarphen and Zavoina 94)."
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Violence Against Women, 2008.
An analysis of the perceptions relating to violence against women, as portrayed in the film, "Sling Blade," directed by Billy Bob Thornton.
1,565 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 8 sources, APA, £ 36.95
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This paper discusses the perceptions and cultural context in which violence against women can occur. It analyzes the 1996 film, "Sling Blade," directed by Billy Bob Thornton and describes how the perceptions relating to violence against women are portrayed in the film. The paper discusses the plot and the characters and their roles in this issue.
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"Schwartz and DeKeseredy (94) concluded that violence in general and violence against women are regarded as the norm and as perfectly acceptable. Other institutions not only accept the idea of violence but also promote aggression and competition for young males, but not for females who are seen as being in submissive roles. This cultural context that supports violence against women is precisely what caused Karl's confusion. As well, while the violence is often acceptable, interference to end it can result in serious problems for the person who intervenes. Karl's story is one of moral development and of success in making distinctions and knowing when to take appropriate action against violence. Given the complex cultural context that supports violence, Karl's achievement is truly momentous."
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Canadian Divorce Law, 2007.
This paper is a case study, which explores Canadian divorce law as applied to the rights of a woman whose 17-year old marriage is being terminated.
1,105 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 27.95
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This paper explains that, because Canadian law seeks, as a general rule, to reward the efforts of the spouses equally vis-a-vis the allocation of the marital goods, it seems fairly evident that the woman should receive half of everything acquired by her husband over the course of their marriage. The author points out that this ruling includes a "fair" portion of the former husband's pension if that was something he was able to secure after their marriage unfolded. The paper argues that the spouse took care of the children and has been out of the workforce for nearly two decades; therefore, it would be patently unfair to leave her without some long-term means of support. The author stresses that she is every bit as entitled to enjoy the fruits of the husband's success as he is.
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"First of all, Canada has a 20-year old Divorce Act which clearly states that a divorce is permissible if the couple have been separated for at least one year. In that regard, there is really no way that either party can contest the decision to end the relationship even if one of them decides after the fact that they wish to keep things going; from Kate's perspective, any fears that Ben might turn around and contest the agreed-upon divorce at some point in the future appear to be ill-founded. In any event, Kate is still in a challenging situation - at least at first glance."
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Women and Religion, 2008.
A comparative analysis of the limited rights of women in Islam and Judaism.
707 words (approx. 2.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 18.95
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This paper discusses how studying and analyzing Abrahamic religions such as Judaism and Islam confirms that, within these religions, women were believed to be inferior to men, had very limited rights, and were expected to be completely subservient. It looks at how over the centuries, the rights of Jewish women have been gradually recognized and acknowledged and how, in contrast, in most Islamic societies, women are still considered inferior to men and still have very limited rights.
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"The limited rights of women in Abrahamic faiths is reflected in the Old Testament trend of gender bias, which was established immediately in the Book of Genesis, when Eve was portrayed as someone whose only reason for existence was to be Adam's companion and helpmate and to keep him from being lonely. The author or authors of the Book of Genesis then proceeded to depict Eve as a gullible creature who defied God and provoked Adam to do the same, thus ruining their blissful life in the Garden of Eden. By blaming all of the consequences of this act on Eve, and through her on all women, the ancient Jewish religious authorities established what they considered justification for restricting the rights of women. "
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Women's Rights, 2008.
The paper examines Virginia Woolf's essay "A Room of One's Own" and Ama Ata Aidoo's "There Is No Sweetness Here".
1,409 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 33.95
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The paper first examines Virginia Woolf's essay "A Room of One's Own", which looks at the imbalance of power and rights between women and men. The paper also examines Ama Ata Aidoo's story "There Is No Sweetness Here", which focuses on the repression of the African woman and the tension between Western and African cultural views. The paper discusses how these two stories personify the struggle for women's rights.
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"A series of lectures that was presented by Virginia Woolf not only had a remarkable story line but also a deeper meaning. Woolf was at the time considered a "'high modernist' and "was an advocate for both democratic inclusiveness and intellectual education." In bridging these two spheres, she forged a positive answer to one of her culture's most pressing concerns (Cuddy-Keane 1). This concern was the rights or lack thereof for women. Woolf achieved this distinction in her 1928 lectures to the Newnham and Girton Colleges on the topics of fiction and women. One of the most notable lectures that came from this time was the extended essay, "A Room of One's Own". This essay is sarcastically written about the imbalance of power and rights between women and men. During her delivery to colleges, Woolf was making a much bigger statement than the surface of this essay and others very similar alluded to. Woolf makes use of symbolism and suggestive roles in order to express her opinion on feminism."
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Females in American Slavery, 2008.
A discussion of "A'rn't I a Woman? Female Slaves in the Plantation South" by Deborah Gray White.
984 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 24.95
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The paper examines "A'rn't I a Woman?" by Deborah Gray White, which focuses on the roles of females in the pre-Civil War American society.
The paper discusses White's belief that female slaves endured not only racism but sexism and how stereotypes of both black women and white mistresses were totally unfair and untrue. The paper looks at how White explains the black female slaves' cultural survival. The paper concludes that the metaphorical question, "Ar'n't I a Woman?" is answered by the historical record of courage, resistance, survival and female heroism that comprised the experience of black African-American women during this period.
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"The historians of slavery of an earlier generation, as exemplified by Ulrich B. Phillips, painted a somewhat romanticized picture of slave life on the plantations that would be considered distorted and oversimplified by modern historical standards. This was in keeping with the ideology of "sectional healing" after the Civil War, in which whites in the North and South reunified under the infamous Tilden Hays Deal of 1877. That pact essentially sealed the fate of the political and economic reforms attempted under Reconstruction, completed the evacuation of the progressive Union Army from the South, and allowed white supremacy to return for many subsequent decades, until it was successfully challenged in the 1950s and 1960s by the modern Civil Rights Movement. Phillips distorted picture of the Old South featuring blissful student slaves on the plantation-as-school was challenged historians of the 1950s such as Kenneth Stampp and Stanley Elkins."
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