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Adam Smith and John Maynard Keynes, 2006.
An overview of the contribution to economics of Adam Smith and John Maynard Keynes.
2,588 words (approx. 10.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 54.95
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There have been numerous philosophers and even thinkers in economics who have put forward their theories. This paper discusses two major philosophers of economics, Adam Smith and John Maynard Keynes. It looks at how Adam Smith, known commonly as the father of modern economics, influenced the growth of economic theory and the evolution of modern, market-based societies. It also discusses how the second great revolution in economic thought was by John Maynard Keynes and how his theory of Employment, Interest and Money bestows to academia a different way of looking at the aggregate economic universe.
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Introduction
Adam Smith
John Maynard Keynes
Conclusion
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"Smith was in support of free trade. He derived his support for free trade among nations by centering it on the obvious desirability of trade among individuals: "It is the maxim of every prudent master of a family, never to attempt to make at home what it will cost him more to make than to buy". Though Smith is usually thought to have relied on the Theory of Absolute Advantage to gain his support for free trade. According to Smith, free trade not only extended the extent of the market and, thereby, permitted greater division of labor; free trade also increased productivity by allowing countries to specialize in what they do well. In Smith's view of the workings of the market system, any short-run deviation of the market price from the long-run price would activate the forces of competition which would ultimately take the market price to its long-run level."
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John and Abigail Adams and the Revolution, 2005.
A look at how John and Abigail Adams were able to cope with life during the Revolutionary War through their love and mutual support for each other.
1,247 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 29.95
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This paper explores a little bit of the history of John and Abigail Adams, how John Adams rose to power as President of the United States through his political career, and how Abigail Adams stayed home and sent her support and love through a series of love letters to her husband.
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"The world during the Revolutionary War was a very scary and emotional time for the colonists, and especially for those who were involved with the politics of freeing America from England's rule. John and Abigail Adams was one couple that was very involved with the politics of the colonies. Through their love and mutual support for each other, John and Abigail Adams were able to cope with the Revolutionary War and welcome the birth of a new nation."
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The History of John Adams, 2008.
A review of the history of John Adams and his role in the US Declaration of Independence.
1,520 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 7 sources, APA, £ 34.95
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The paper discusses John Adams and states that he is regarded as one of the founding fathers of the United States, whose contribution to the reception and drafting of the Declaration of Independence was extremely significant. The paper continues by commenting that Adams was stubbornly independent of spirit and that his demanding conscience was truly his guide. The paper comments that his minor flaws were of little significance and history accepts that he played an invaluable part in the freedom and independence of America. In addition, the paper relates that John Adams should also be remembered because his contribution to the country went beyond the Declaration of Independence, as his dedication to his country never wavered. Lastly, the paper reminds us that Adams served with varying degrees of success as diplomat, ambassador, US Vice President, and US President.
Outline: Introduction
Early life and Education
Independence
Conclusion
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"The historical situation and the circumstances that the colonists found themselves in, made Adams more determined that there should be full independence from Britain. He felt this was the only way that true freedom could be achieved. However there as strong opposition to any firm break with Britain among many of the colonists. From a political point of view, in terms of the war against England, Adams realized that, " No foreign nation would send them assistance or even trade with the rebellious colonies if the colonies themselves did not declare their existence as an independent nation" . (McCullough)
As a chosen as the Massachusetts delegate to the Continental Congress Adams was part of the Committee of Five appointed to draw up the declaration of independence, largely due to the fact that he was a "well known leader in the fight for liberty," and because of the respect that he had achieved in his political and legal career. (Leopold) The other creators of the Declaration were: Roger Sherman, Robert Livingston, Benjamin Franklin, and Jefferson. (Leopold) Adams was to sit on 90 committees, including an all-important war committee. He also served as the de facto secretary of war during the Revolution."
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John Adams' Political Theory of Government, 2002.
This paper explains step by step John Adams' theory of government.
1,775 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 3 sources, £ 46.95
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John Adams' theory was based on the notion that there are three elements of government: monarchy, aristocracy and democracy, in Adams' definition, the governments of one, of few and of all. Adams' system of government posits a tripartite legislative structure composed of executive, senate and representative branches, with no one branch stronger than any other. Adams proposes this system so that no one branch, or the interest in society they represent, can consolidate too much power to themselves and begin to tyrannize the populace. Adams believed that this golden means of monarchic, aristocratic and democratic tendencies was the only way to ensure that the liberty of all citizens would be maintained.
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John Quincy Adams versus Thomas Jefferson, 2002.
The paper discusses the relationship of two United States founding fathers and presidents: John Quincy Adams and Thomas Jefferson.
2,595 words (approx. 10.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 54.95
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This paper explains that presidents John Quincy Adams and Thomas Jefferson worked together in harmony to produce the Declaration of Independence; but, from that point forward, the clashes between the two men were well known and publicized.The author points out that Adams and Jefferson proved to be very different presidents, as the two men had greatly conflicting opinions about society and politics. The paper clarifies that the two men differed in their opinions on just about everything, but both were extremely radical and developed a deep respect and admiration for each other, despite their differences.
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Introduction
The Declaration of Independence
The Lives of Adams and Jefferson
Differences and Similarities During Presidency
Bitter Feuds
The Letters of Adams and Jefferson
Conclusion
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"Both Adams and Jefferson showed contempt for the Catholic Church and Christianity in general. According to Adams, "The doctrine of the divinity of Jesus is made a convenient cover for absurdity." Adams signed the Treaty of Tripoli, with stated, "The Government of the United States is not in any sense founded on the Christian religion." Jefferson expressed similar feelings when he stated: "I have examined all the known superstitions of the world, and I do not find in our superstitions of Christianity, one redeeming feature. They are all founded on fables and mythology. Christianity has made one-half the world fools and the other half hypocrites.""
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"John Adams", 2007.
This paper examines the biography of John Adams by David McCullough.
1,142 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 27.95
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The paper discusses McCullough's thesis that John Adams was overshadowed in history by Thomas Jefferson, but was perhaps a more important and commanding figure in his own right. The paper describes how McCullough creates a picture of Adams that shows how important he was to the development of America from before the Revolution until long after it. The paper is of the opinion that McCullough achieves his goal of redressing the slight to Adams' fame.
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"John Adams was early identified with the patriot cause and would be a delegate to the First and Second Continental Congresses. He was a leader in the movement for independence. Adams was a diplomat during the Revolutionary War and spent time in France and Holland. He also helped negotiate the peace treaty at the end of the war. He was made minister of the Court of St. James in 1785 and would serve for four years in that capacity before returning to America to be elected the first Vice President under George Washington, and he would serve two terms in that capacity. As Abigail's letters show, Adams found his role as Vice President to be frustrating, something that has occurred to most of those holding the office since. It is interesting that the triviality and insignificance of the office was noted by the first man to hold it and that this has been commented upon many times since."
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The Life and Legacy of John Adams, 2005.
A short, detailed biography of one of America's most prominent historical figures, John Adams.
782 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 18.95
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This paper chronicles the life of John Adams from young lawyer to Congressional delegate to American president. It looks at how, along with Thomas Jefferson and Ben Franklin, Adams dedicated a good part of his life to the fight for American independence. It discusses his education and career from schoolmaster to vice-president, as well as his tenure as Ambassador to Holland and Great Britain.
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"A three year stint in the Continental Congress (1774-1777), punctuated by short recuperative leaves and service in the colonial legislature in 1774-1775, brought Adams national fame. Adams was a master of workable compromise and meaningful debate, though he was sometimes impatient. He chaired 25 of the more than 90 committees on which he sat, the most important of which in obtaining Washington?s appointment as commander in chief of the Continental Army. Adams was a member of the five-man committee charged with drafting the Declaration of Independence in June of 1776, though he probably made no major changes in Jefferson?s draft. But, more directly involved, he defended it from its congressional detractors, advocated it to the wavering, and guided it to passage (Ferris & Morris 34)."
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John Adams, 2002.
Examines the career of John Adams, the first U.S. vice-president.
2,115 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 7 sources, £ 45.95
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This paper follows John Adams through his career with an emphasis on the " the most insignificant office that ever the invention of man contrived or his imagination conceived? the job of George Washington's vice-president.
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"John Adams was very much involved with the government before he was elected president. He was a consulter and a writer for newspapers that critiqued the government of the day. John Adams was elected as a member of the Massachusetts legislature. However, this prestigious position was revoked as he rejoiced when the Bostonians dumped the hated British tea into the Boston harbor. During the Boston Massacre, shots were fired upon the citizens of Boston who taunted and heckled the British troops. None other than ?John Adams represented the British soldiers to be innocent and in danger of being railroaded by the colonists if action was not taken? (Degregorio, 24). When Britain retaliated, John Adams was elected as a radical to the First Continental Congress in 1774. John Adams held strong ambitions for foreign policy and helped write the resolutions of May 10, 1776. He also strongly defended the Declaration of Independence such that he had certified it with his signature."
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John Quincy Adams, 2005.
A brief biography of the sixth president of the United States of America, John Quincy Adams.
1,015 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 24.95
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This paper examines the build-up of the political career of the sixth American president, John Quincy Adams. It looks at how he began his political career by being inspired by his father, also an American president. Also discusses the political environment at the time of his rule, which was from 1825 to 1829.
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"When Adams ran again in 1824, he lost in both the popular and electoral votes (Wikipedia, 2004). However, none of the candidates were able to secure a majority of the electoral vote, thereby yuring the power over to the House of Representatives, which to the surprise of many chose Adams over rival Andrew Jackson. Adams served as President from March 4, 1825 to March 4, 1829. During this time, his major accomplishmnet was the development of a federal system of roads, canals, bridges, lighthouses, and universities. Adams remained president until Jackson, who defeated Adams in his campaign for re-election, replaced him."
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"John Quincy Adams", 2002.
Examines the key ideas presented in this book on American president by Lynn H. Parsons.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 1 source, £ 18.95
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This paper shall provide a review of the life of John Quincy Adams as presented in the book, "John Quincy Adams" by Lynn H. Parsons. It is a good brief summary on the life and the more renowned achievements of Adams.
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Henry Adams's "The Education of Henry Adams".
This paper reviews Henry Adams's "The Education of Henry Adams; Henry Adams was the grandson of John Quincy Adams and the great-grandson of John Adams.
1,770 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 0 sources, £ 39.95
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This paper explains that Henry Adams's "The Education of Henry Adams" is subtitled as a biography, but doesn't actually tell the story of Henry Adams life; instead, it looks at how he developed his mental ideas and opinions based on historical, political, and philosophical contemplation of the things that were going on during his time. The author points out that, in the "The Education of Henry Adams," Adams places a great deal of criticism on himself and the entire world, which can be very satiric and biting, but there is warmth and humor contained within the book. The paper relates that one small downside to the book is that Adams appears to generalize everything to the point that it often appears he is lumping too many individuals together and does not allow various individual opinions to actually come through.
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"Much of what the book has to offer, however, deals with the power that was had at the time by Christianity and the church and how this power was changed and forced into submission by Darwin's theory of evolution, and much of the power that technology had over individuals during that time. To discuss technology, Adams mentions the Paris exposition that he attended in 1900 and the dynamos that were present there. After he saw this type of technology coming to the front the also realized that Darwinism was causing so much chaos in the world and he felt that there was so much power in technology that the church was not able to withstand the onslaught."
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Adam the First and Adam the Second, 2005.
An analysis of the Bible's creation myths.
1,600 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 36.95
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There have long been disparities among Bible scholars concerning the relative accuracy of the Bible's creation story. The source of disagreement appears to be the fact that the creation story itself contains within it a small discrepancy; the creation myth presented in the Bible is actually told twice and is not necessarily in agreement with itself. This paper highlights the main distinctions between the Bible's creation myths, i.e., the order of creation, Eve begotten from Adam's rib or from the earth, the mythic qualities of both versions as opposed to their "truthful" qualities, etc. Also the idea that there were two authors for the different stories is suggested and explored.
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"The second creation story is more mythic in the way that it reads. The heaven and earth have already been created; God makes man from the earth, breathes life into him, and creates animals and then woman. A second difference between the two creation stories is in the reference to God himself. Version one simply refers to god as "God" while the second creation story uses the more endearing name "Lord God." This use of the sacred name "Lord God" suggests a more man-centered text and is often speculated by biblical scholars to imply that the two creation stories of Genesis have different authors."
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"Samuel Adams: America's Revolutionary Politician", 2008.
An analysis and review of John K. Alexander's book, "Samuel Adams: America's Revolutionary Politician."
926 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 22.95
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This paper briefly reviews John K. Alexander's book, "Samuel Adams: America's Revolutionary Politician." It illuminates Alexander's thesis and explores the evidence presented by John K. Alexander in his work. The paper suggests that Alexander's work is not objective enough to be an invaluable resource, however it commends the number of sources that are used and suggests that the book is well written.
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"There are two other items of considerable interest which must be discussed when examining Alexander's work: his use of resources and his ability to contextualize the characters he discusses. To begin with the former, a quick glance at the selected bibliography found at the back of the book indicates an impressive mix of primary and secondary resources. In that regard, Alexander has made a concerted effort to review as much of the material available on the life and times of Samuel Adams, as possible - albeit the way in which this material has been used is an open question. Proceeding further, Alexander has done a commendable job of placing Adams and other principals within the proper historical context; to wit, whenever quoting eighteenth century correspondence, every effort is undertaken to adhere to the grammatical and spelling conventions of Adams' time, and Alexander also sees to it that those contemporaries of Adams have "ample opportunity to speak for themselves" (xi). In the end, this sort of reliance upon primary correspondence gives the book an authenticity it might not have otherwise."
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Abigail Adams, 2002.
This paper analyzes the life of Abigail Adams, wife of John Adams, the second president of the United States as presented by Charles W. Akers in his book ?Abigail Adams: An American Woman?.
1,260 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 29.95
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This paper explains that Abigail Adams stood as a witness to the crucial political events that resulted in the formulation of the nation?s early political and legal history; however, her status as a woman during time and her intellectual and personal capacity is interesting in its own right, outside of her marital connections. The author points out that, unlike the relatively singular lives of Washington or Jefferson, the Adams emerged as a political dynasty as well as a political influence in the young nation?s development. The paper states that Abigail Adams? letters to her husband lay testimony to the fact that rather than being complaint, during the immediate antebellum period, the ideological struggles over slavery and women?s rights were woven into the historical fabric of the founding nation.
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"Adams? failure to exhort her husband and to use her political influence to achieve her objectives highlights the contradictions of this early period of American history. It has been commented that the more simply articulated ideals of the Declaration of Independence eventually were diluted by the political necessities of constructing a Constitution amenable to all of the states, and to the maintenance of the aristocratic, land-owning class that the Founding Father came from. The new nation was to be governed by the Thomas Jefferson?s of the world, not the Thomas Paines, and to maintain a delicate equilibrium between South and North; the existence of slavery was tolerated via the ?three-fourths compromise.? Similarly, women?s rights were also compromised and bracketed for later reference, to be resolved by future generations. Certain contradictions of American free governance were put aside for later generations to wrangle with, rather than to become a part of the difficult struggles of making America into a new nation."
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