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Historical Preservation, 2008.
Examines historical preservation as a major land use program and development rights transfers as an historic preservation technique.
3,220 words (approx. 12.9 pages), 9 sources, APA, £ 65.95
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This paper explains that historic preservation, a major form of land use in some areas of the country, is a concerted and detailed effort of federal, state and local government. The paper then reviews the development of laws and various court decisions, which govern historic preservation. The paper relates that laws permitting the transferring of development rights are designed to clarify certain zoning laws and to ensure that certain lands and structures can be protected.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
The National Historic Preservation Act
Historic Preservation" as a Major Land Use Program
Historic Landmark Protection
Constitutionality of Historic Preservation
Transfer of Development Rights
Discussion and Conclusion
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"In addition to the regulations that govern the preservation of historic sites, there also exist protections for historic landmarks. According to the National Park Service Historic landmarks are sites of historic significance that are designated by the Secretary of the Interior because they contain extraordinary worth in demonstrating the heritage of the United States. There are currently less than 2,500 historic sited that have the national distinction of Historic Landmark. In collaborations with citizens around America, the National Historic Landmarks Program utilizes the knowledge of National Park Service staff responsible for nominating new landmarks and assists established landmarks."
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Athens: Modernity versus Historical Preservation, 2008.
This essay looks at Athens, Greece as a city stuck between modern development and historical preservation.
4,722 words (approx. 18.9 pages), 15 sources, APA, £ 85.95
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This paper discusses how, with the pressures of growth, Athens has made some unfortunate development decisions that have altered the landscape of the historic city. Ultimately, the pressures of residential development, economic growth and the 2004 Olympics have forced Athens to engage in a losing battle over the past century to preserve its historic and cultural beauty.This paper asserts that the city will need to make difficult planning and aesthetic decisions in order to reverse this course.
Outline:
Introduction
Residential development
Economic development
Impact of the 2004 Olympics
Conclusion: Lingering Problems and Solutions
Residential development
Economic development
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"While the polykatoikias did their part to alter for the worse the post-war Athenian skyline, there were many buildings constructed to facilitate Greek economic development that had the same effect. In truth, it is impossible to separate the polykatoikias from Greek economic development, because they were a big part of Greek industry in the decades immediately following the end of World War II. The polykatoikias were constructed by private enterprises, contractors who were receiving free land in return for constructing the buildings. But there were certainly many buildings constructed during the middle and latter portions of the 20th century that significantly modified the look and feel of Athens."
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Historic Preservation, 2004.
A look at the role of national, state, and local government in the historic preservation process.
1,224 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 12 sources, MLA, £ 29.95
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This paper discusses how historic preservation is taken up by smart governments in order to revitalize not only the structures, but also the economy. The state government of Florida and the local government of Tallahassee, Florida, are specified for the study by the author. The paper first identifies the role of government in devising legislation regarding historical preservation. Next, it identifies the reasons why governments should be interested in historic preservation measures. This is followed by an overview of historical preservation efforts in the state of Florida. Later, a case study of Tallahassee, Florida, is mentioned in regard to the preservation efforts keeping legislation that applies to the case study in view.
Outline
Introduction
The Role of Government
Government Interest in Historic Preservation
Historical Preservation in Florida
A Case Study of Tallahassee, Florida
Conclusion
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"The state government?s role in preservation efforts is substantial. The role of government can be established by the investment made by the state into historical preservation. If the state government had not recognized the economic importance of historical preservation, no investment would have been made. This would have translated into no new creation of jobs in the state, and lower quality of life ascribed by less or no reinvestment. Thus, the importance of the role of the state government in historical preservation should not be minimized."
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Albuquerque, Denver & Seattle, 2006.
A review of the book 'Historic Preservation and the Imagined West: Albuquerque, Denver and Seattle' by Judy Mattivi Morley.
1,005 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 24.95
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This paper takes a look at Judy Mattivi Morley's book, 'Historic Preservation and the Imagined West: Albuquerque, Denver and Seattle'.
According to the paper, along with the cities of Albuquerque, New Mexico and Seattle, Washington, the city of Denver, Colorado has gone through many phases and many changes in its history. The paper discusses the clashes between preserving historic districts and bulldozing them down for "urban renewal".
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"But during the Great Depression the square fell into hard times: "Pioneer Square's social deterioration mirrored its physical decline," Morley explained on page 71. More bad luck happened when there was an earthquake in 1948 that caused a lot of structural damage to buildings in Pioneer Square. Then in the late 1950s the Central Association of Seattle was created to upgrade the city's image and infrastructure, and the Seattle Center was built in 1962 for the World's Fair. In the late 1960s, the clean-up of Pioneer Square began, as buildings were renovated and artists, architects, interior designers who "liked the aesthetics of the old buildings" (Morley, 75) - along with young professionals who prized the proximity to downtown - began moving in."
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Tribal Art Preservation, 2007.
An analysis of the issues surrounding the preservation of tribal art.
1,903 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 42.95
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This paper discusses the complicated issue of the preservation of tribal artwork. It discusses whose responsibility it is to preserve the artwork. It then discusses how indigenous people can be compensated for preservation efforts, or if they should be compensated at all. Finally, the paper concludes that the preservation of tribal art may be misguided attempts to control and manipulate cultural productions by removing artistic productions out of their cultural context and turning them into products that can be consumed by Western audiences.
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"But let's imagine that there exists an institutional framework or bureaucratic organization with the resources to undertake such a monumental task of artistic identification. There would still be additional problems to consider. In Indonesia, for instance, there are numerous political and cultural obstacles facing the emerging push for preservation. Communication in the nation is lackluster. Identifying and controlling all potential tribal art among the indigenous people is a task best left to the imagination. The infrastructure simply does not yet exist to properly compensate indigenous artists and craftsmen, let alone stem the tide of black-market deals and random destruction. Yet this is exactly the circumstances in which we hope to be able to control and manage the preservation of indigenous artwork."
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The Preservation of Capital, 2007.
This paper explores real estate investment as a recommended strategy for preservation of capital.
9,058 words (approx. 36.2 pages), 13 sources, MLA, £ 133.95
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The paper reveals that real estate is the most advantageous investment because it tends to act as a counterweight to inflation, it is not normally effected by the conditions on Wall Street and it generates a higher yield than a savings account or bonds. The paper focuses on the use of real estate in a preservation of capital strategy. The research explores residential and commercial real estate, real estate investment trusts (REITs), real-estate mutual funds and home builder stocks. The paper discusses the manner in which they can be utilized in a preservation of capital investment strategy.
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Abstract
Chapter I: Introduction
Chapter II: Literature Review
Chapter III: Methodology
Chapter IV: Discussion, Conclusions and Recommendations
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"Preservation of Capital is defined as an investment strategy that has as a primary goal preventing the loss of the total value of an investment. The use of a capital preservation means that investors must guarantee their portfolios are generating a return that is at a minimum equal to inflation. The research also found that real estate serves as great portfolio investment because it is a counterweight to inflation. The literature asserts that most financial planners and investment managers alike recommend that individual portfolios consist of 5% and 20% real estate investment that does not include the investor's primary residence. In addition the research found that companies began increasing real estate investments in the 1980's and today a substantial percentage of many business investment portfolios are composed of real estate investment."
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Preservation of Library Materials, 2002.
A look into the technology behind the preservation of paper library materials.
2,314 words (approx. 9.3 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 50.95
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This paper discusses the importance and value of the preservation of library materials. It then discusses how this is done, including the technological process. The writer further examines how this process has evolved and advanced over time.
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"Since the beginnings of the library system in the United States, many methods have been devised for the preservation of library materials, such as books, manuscripts, autographs and related ephemera, prints, maps, paintings, photographs, movie film, sound recordings and videotape/DVD's. Some of these specialized techniques have been highly successful, while others have often failed to preserve certain items in their original, pristine conditions. As Caroline Horton points out, items of special value held in library collections "require the skills of trained conservators, for the vast majority of materials deteriorate rapidly" (167), not to mention the skills and talents required to preserve common items that are usually part of the circulating system of any public or academic library."
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Endangered Primate Preservation, 2002.
Looks at the importance of primate preservation in the environmental field.
1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 4 sources, £ 43.95
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This paper examines the issue of primate conservation. First, its importance is identified. Then its costs and problems are outlined. It concludes that primate conservation is important because primate research is important and is therefore worth the investment of time and money it requires.
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Seneca Language Preservation, 2008.
An analysis of the steps being taken in order to preserve the Seneca language.
2,288 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 11 sources, APA, £ 49.95
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This paper discusses the process of recording the vocabulary and syntax of languages that may be disappearing from the lack of a population that speaks the language. It discusses the reasons why the preservation of languages is important. The paper focuses on the preservation of the language of the Seneca nation and what is being done in order to preserve the language.
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"As noted, currently the Seneca language is on the verge of extinction. In September 1998, a school was established in which the primary focus was preserving the Seneca language and culture. The school is called the Faithkeeper's School. The founder of the school notes; "Our strong focus is to preserve and maintain the traditional Seneca language. . . Now, it is time to teach our children the language and the culture so this knowledge will carry on forever." The children in Faithkeeper's School are taught in the Seneca language and learn about their own history and culture at the same time."
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Conservation and Preservation, 2004.
Discusses these two approaches to environmental protection in the Cleveland area.
1,470 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 34.95
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Conservation and preservation are two important philosophical approaches to the protection of the environment. While preservation focuses on protection of the environment for its own sake, conservation sees protection of the environment for the purpose of human needs and desires. This paper shows that conservation seems to be the most prominent form of ecosystem protection in the Cleveland area, as demonstrated by conservation efforts on the Cuyahoga River and Forest Hill Park. It shows that, while preservation and conservation may have different underlying philosophies, it is important that both work together to help protect natural ecosystems.
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"However, The National Park Service in Yellowstone National Park notes that natural regulation is not always appropriate in all wildlife management situations. In many situations, animal and plant populations are regulated by human actions, through the restoration of native fish and mammals, fighting fire, reducing the presence of exotic animals and plants, and in culling the numbers of some animals. Human regulation of the natural ecosystem is a complex process, where the "challenge is to pay careful attention to the consequences of ecosystem processes while resisting the temptation to step in to 'fix a problem' that may be more complex or of a different type than first appears" (The National Park Service)."
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Slavery, the Civil War and the Preservation of the Union, 2002.
This paper examines the enormous part the issue of slavery played in the American Civil War.
2,620 words (approx. 10.5 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 55.95
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This paper looks at the slave communities which were formed throughout the American South from the time that slaves were brought from Africa in the seventeenth century. It describes the role religion played in keeping these communities together and the belief and values it instilled in the slaves who were otherwize considered property. The paper traces the politicalization of slavery from the time 1818 when Missouri applied to join the American Union until the outbreak of the Civil War. It shows that above all, Abraham Lincoln was more concerned with the preservation of the Union than the abolition of slavery and after the Civil War, his efforts were directed in joining the States into a Union once more.
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"However, the more important issue was what slavery meant, whether it was in sync with the ideals set forth in the nation?s Constitution. The secessionists were perhaps partially right in stating that the United States was a voluntary union of states, but that initial agreement was a contract where states declared that they agreed on a common set of principles and ideals in exchange for being a part of the larger union and the protections and benefits that membership provides. When the United States was originally formed, the individual states agreed on a common Constitution that stated all men to be equal. While slavery had already been established, more and more Americans grew to believe that it was in direct contradiction with the ideals upon which the nation was founded and that initial agreement among states provided for such redefinition and growth through the ability to amend and change the Constitution itself."
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Family Preservation Practice, 1999.
Analyzes a social work approach aiming at keeping poor and troubled ethnic (American-Indian, Latino, Asian-American) families together and empowered.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 7 sources, £ 33.95
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"Introduction
Family Preservation Practice refers to the provision of social work services toward the goal of keeping families together and is most often used in cases involving concern over the welfare of children (Peterson, Kohrt, Shadoin & Authier, 1996). Several different values constitute the conceptual foundation of family preservation practice (Berry, 1992). One of these values is empowerment. The purpose of the review of literature presented here is to examine several publications in which the value of empowerment of families is particularly salient. The paper concludes with a brief discussion of the relatedness of the value of empowerment to other values underlying family preservation practice.
Family Preservation Practice and Empowerment ..."
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National Film Preservation Act of 1996, 1999.
Examines its origins, passage, purpose, provisions, technical & aesthetic issues, rights of creator, implementation and costs.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 6 sources, £ 56.95
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" On October 11, 1996, Congress passed and the President signed into law the National Film Preservation Act of 1996. The law stemmed from almost a decade of professional and legislative concern over preserving an important national heritage. This research examines the problems which gave rise to these concerns and the legislative history attempting to resolve these problems. The 1996 Act is then analyzed in detail for its impact on American films and the political machinations that went into its making.
National Film Preservation Act of 1996
The National Film Preservation Act of 1996, passed by Congress and signed by President Clinton on October 11, 1996, proposes to do two things. Title I reauthorizes the National Film Preservation Board, retained from a 1992 legislation for four.."
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Rain Forest Preservation, 1995.
This paper discusses the role and examples of Conservation International & other non-profit groups in saving the South American rain forest by using economic approaches.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 8 sources, £ 50.95
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"The conservation movement in the United States has grown in the last few decades. An outgrowth, of this movement, is the ability of some producers to market products for a higher price, if they can claim that the raw materials of the product were obtained in a manner which is safe, does not cause pollution, or saves an unblemished portion of the world's ecology. The local people living in, and around, the rain forests need an economic reason not to destroy the resources of the rain forests, but to harvest the natural bounty within them. By exploiting the "green" movements and helping connect the indigenous people to the international markets, the conservation organizations have the means to impact the amount of rain forest which will be saved. Economics can provide the incentive to save the rain forest."
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