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"History in Three Keys", 2007.
A review of Paul A. Cohen's "History in Three Keys" about the Boxer Rebellion.
1,442 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 33.95
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The paper relates that the Boxer Rebellion took place from 1898-1900, in Northern China and was waged between ordinary, lower class native Chinese peasants against the foreign missionaries. The paper explains that Cohen's book is more of a history as to how the rebellion has been interpreted, than it is of the immediate implications of the event itself and its aftermath. The paper discusses how Cohen's ideas are useful in terms of how to approach history, particularly historical events that have become especially fraught with meaning in modern culture, way beyond their immediate impact.
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"Paul Cohen is a professor of East Asian history with an openly postmodern orientation. The title of the book refers to Cohen's understanding of the rebellion as an event that can be viewed with a series of lenses, rather than a singular historian's lens. The rebellion is an event, experience and also a myth. Significantly, Cohen does not refer to any specific detail about the rebellion in his title; he is more concerned with describing his three-keyed approach to understanding the Boxers, rather than referring to the Boxers themselves. Even the name, the Boxer rebellion, is polluted to some extent in Cohen's eyes, because the idea of the Boxers has become so subject to political influences of people with agendas beyond mere understanding."
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Oral History and Historiography, 2008.
A research study that provides insight as to the development of the oral history of the September 11, 2001 bombings.
3,100 words (approx. 12.4 pages), 11 sources, MLA, £ 63.95
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Academic perspectives on how we view oral history changed drastically after the advent of recording devices, the television, and movie cameras. It is much easier to reconstruct history accurately using pictures, rather than line drawings or descriptions. This research explores the hypothesis that oral history needs to be given greater historical credibility than it currently receives. The paper stresses the value of oral history as a key to getting the "big picture" surrounding an event. The literature review for this study examines journal articles that relate the events of September 11, 2001 from a number of political and social perspectives. The paper explains that its purpose is not to draw a consensus of the events, but rather to examine the effects of attitude and perspective on what will become the eventual "oral history" of this period in time.
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Introduction
Thesis
Literature Review
Analysis
Conclusion
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"The inclusion or omission of personal accounts into the historical record depends on the type of work that one wishes to produce. It is certainly easy to argue against their inclusion if one if looking for indisputable accuracy. However, this level of certainty of events is a fallacy from an academic perspective. Secondary historical accounts are often the "average" of the information that is available regarding a certain event. However, this does not necessarily make it accurate. History is influenced by many sociological, political and psychological forces surrounding it."
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?American Naval History: 1775 to Present?, 2004.
This paper reviews Jack Sweetman?s ? American Naval History: 1775 to Present (2nd edition)?, which discusses the key role that the U.S. Navy has played from the War of Independence through the current conflicts in the Gulf.
775 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 0 sources, £ 19.95
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This book is both a straightforward catalogue of sea-borne battles and an analysis of the significance of major events. The author points out that another important aspect of this book is that it also provides information about other important issues surrounding the nation?s naval forces, including strategy, ways in which military affairs are embedded in and affected by political currents, and kinds of weapons, especially nuclear weapons, since the end of the Cold War. The paper states that the history of the United States would have been very different, indeed, had not the U.S. military proved to be effective and innovative.
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"While one might think that such explanations would be most useful to us in terms of the older engagements that Sweetman discusses, they are in fact most often useful for the most recent engagements because these are events that we are more familiar with and that we think that we understand the context of. This book reminds us that simply because something is nearer to us in time does not mean that we are in fact any closer to a complete understanding of it. Without ever insulting the reader?s intelligence, Sweetman provides enough information for even a person entirely ignorant of history to understand what is going on."
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History and Perestroika, 2004.
An exploration of the importance of interpretations of history during President Gorbachev's Perestroika in the U.S.S.R..
2,646 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 8 sources, APA, £ 56.95
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This paper discusses how in the Soviet Union, interpretations of history were used to promote the various political agendas of the day by successive Soviet governments. It looks at how various historical figures were condemned or rehabilitated in line with the changing political climate and how history was also manipulated to help create a stronger sense of shared national identity in the Soviet Union and to promote patriotism. It shows how in this way there developed a tradition of imposing historical interpretations from above and how during Perestroika the government continued this policy of manipulating history to its own ends although there were a number of important developments. It also examines how the expansion of Glasnost in the Soviet Union led to open questioning of official interpretations of the past and increased calls for new investigations of the key events in the history of the Soviet Union.
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"?The Week of Conscience? was an event organised by Memorial and members of Moscow?s intelligentsia in November 1988. During this week people came to pay tribute to the victims of Stalin?s terror in an act of remembrance. The event also served to attempt to fill in ?gaps? in the history of the Soviet people by sharing information about the Gulag camps and victims of Stalin?s persecution whose fate is not officially known. This event marked the emergence of an unofficial ?public? history which attempted to fill in the ?gaps? in official accounts of the era. The huge success of the event shows the importance for the Soviet people of finding the historical truth."
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L.A. History Museums, 2002.
A discussion of how Los Angeles' museums shows L.A. history.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, £ 24.95
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This paper presents a detailed discussion about the Natural Living History Museum of Los Angeles and how it pertains to the history of the state and consequently the nation. The history of the United States until 1865 was an interesting time. We moved slowly while at the same time making leaps and bounds in progress as far as settlements went. Families sought out new lives and believed that travel held the key to their happiness and future success . While the nation was still struggling to determine how it was going to conduct itself and present itself to the world it endured many changes including the Civil War and the enactment as well as the abolishment of slavery. In addition to the Natural Living History Museum being used as an example the Gene Autry Museum was also touched upon as relating to the time period.
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The Spadina Urban History Trail, 2007.
A look at the development of the Spadina District of Toronto in the context of the history of Toronto as a whole.
944 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 23.95
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This paper discusses the history of the Spadina District in the context of Toronto's history as a whole. It describes how the area developed over time and who the key agents were in the shaping of its development. The paper focuses on the district's development with regards to entrepreneurial development, in terms of both land developers and business development, immigration and transportation networks.
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"Of course, the history of development in the Spadina district predates the arrival of the railway. Indeed, many of the defining features in the landscape of the area were established long prior to the appearance of the railway. The Spadina district was to the west of Toronto's primary area of settlement in the early 19th century, and its landscape was dominated by families such as the Baldwins - whose names figure on the streets in the area to this day - who "initially planned" the streets around Spadina from Queen St. up to Bloor St. (Careless 96). This was then primarily a residential area for Toronto's wealthy at the time and was dominated by "gentry estates" (Careless 96). However, population and economic forces led to these "large family homes with grounds" being broken up and subdivided into "almost ad-lib subdivisions" that "offered many small lots for lower-income homes" (Careless 96)."
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A History of Mathematics, 2002.
This paper discusses some aspects of the history of mathematics from the earliest mathematical records to the modern era.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 9 sources, £ 37.95
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This paper only touches on some selected aspects of a broad and encompassing subject. The author begins by outlining some of the key developments as a whole before further subdividing into three sections: Greek mathematical developments; Chinese and Middle Eastern developments; and Western developments. The paper concludes by drawing attention to the enormous scope of the history of mathematics.
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Historical Minutes of Canadian History, 2006.
This paper discusses Canadian history as a mixture of entertainment, information and biased political rhetoric.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 0 sources, £ 37.95
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In this article the writer looks at the Historical Minutes, sixty five short films which recreate key moments and persons in Canadian history. The writer describes that these films are defined by a proud, intensely nationalistic viewpoint and delivered in a glossy theatrical sheen reminiscent of a Hollywood film. The writer points out that though the Minutes are divided into different sections, the majority of the content is political in nature with an emphasis on the growth of democratic Canada, the unification of Canada as a nation, and its struggle against the bonds of the Commonwealth and the typical struggles all democratic nations undergo in achieving political freedom and equanimity.
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"Canadian Symbols assemble a somewhat disconnected bunch of people and events, the most obvious and relevant being that of the Canadian Flag and its identity. (Several segments expanding on the history of the Flag and the players involved may have provided more relevant and interesting history than some of the other Canadian Symbol features, such as British actor Pierce Brosnan playing the first Englishman to apparently be inducted into the Red Indians). The Commerce pieces cover mostly uninteresting territory, attempting to connect with modern viewers by reference to such icons as the Bell network and the word "Cineplex"."
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Herodotus - The Father of History., 2002.
This paper discusses the life and work of Herodotus, the first Greek historian.
1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 1 source, £ 43.95
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Broadly speaking, his magnum opus, 'The Histories', was a story of the war between the huge Persian empire and the smaller Greek city states. But this paper will not merely be a summary of the story, though it will be generally discussed. It will also investigate some of the reasons why Herodotus' great work was so significant for writers and historians thereafter. The main argument of the paper will be that although Herodotus was not the first historian, he was the first to make investigation and research the key to history.
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Francis Fukuyama's "The End of History", 2005.
This paper discusses the political and philosophical views of Francis Fukuyama as presented in his book "The End of History and the Last Man".
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 2 sources, £ 43.95
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This paper is a critical appraisal of a January 1, 2005 editorial by the "Toronto Globe and Mail" that shares historian F. Fukuyama's enthusiasm for the inevitability and desirability of a world dominated by a liberal democratic ethos. The author argues that, while liberal democracy is preferable to many things, global primacy is not necessarily inevitable. The paper relates that globalization, which is a key component of liberal democratic thought, is not necessarily desirable and that the spread of liberal democracy will not necessarily create stronger global cooperation.
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"Francis Fukuyama's "The End of History" has been sharply criticized in some quarters for painting an overly optimistic view of humanity's current state of affairs. In other quarters, however, Mr. Fukuyama's views have been applauded and staunchly supported by adherents of globalization and of liberal democracy. This paper will examine the viewpoints of one group of supporters - namely the editorial board at Toronto's Globe and Mail Newspaper - and assess how valid their arguments are vis-a-vis Mr. Fukuyama's general thesis."
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Motivation, Leadership and Team Building: Keys to Success, 2006.
This paper shows how motivation, leadership and team building skills are keys to the success of an organization's management.
1,450 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 13 sources, MLA, £ 34.95
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The writer explains the importance of having these three basic skills in today's business world of fierce competition. Motivation encourages the pursuit of goals, strong leadership opens the channels of communication for the employees and creates the strong team, whilst team building forms the atmosphere of trust and integrity that is crucial to productive work. It concludes that a leader with the right qualities is vital for the success of the business.
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"Competition is brutal and the market continues to shrink due to communication technologies. It is important in leadership to embrace change and stick to a vision. By having Emotional Intelligence one can "recogise the physical and mental signs of our feelings/emotions before we can act on them meaningfully and constructively" (Eby Ruin par. 20). It is by recognizing these attributes that one can build an effective team structure. A leader acts as a coach to not only reinforce the game plan with directions but also encourage creativity, new ideas and acquiring new skills. A leader should implement new and fun ways to learn on the job while offering rewards for excellence. Today's organization is not about just a pay check but a rewarding career. A leader can define the environment for striving toward an experience that matters."
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Two Keys to Allied Victory in World War II, 2002.
An examination of two battles from WWII - Battle of Kursk and the Battle of Midway and why these were turning points in the war for the Allied forces.
2,910 words (approx. 11.6 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 61.95
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This paper discusses how the success of the allies in World War II hinged on the defeat of its two greatest opposing forces. The key to success relied upon debilitating and disabling the German army and the Japanese army. The paper shows how the weakening of the German army at the Battle of Kursk and the weakening of the Japanese army at the Battle of Midway were two of the key battles responsible for turning the tides to the Allied forces' favor in World War II. The similarities and differences of these two decisive battles are the focus of the research.
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"It can be said that just because one loses the battle, it doesn?t mean that they have lost the war. In most cases this is true. However, one battle can mean a such defeat for one side that it changes the entire course of the rest of the war. This was the case in the Battle of Midway. The Battle of Midway took place from June 4-7, 1942. Prior to the Battle of Midway, Japanese forces were on the offensive capturing and securing massive territories throughout the Pacific Rim and Asia (NHC, 2002). Midway Island lies in the middle of the Pacific Ocean half way between the United States and Japan. It is a key refueling and strategic supply point for long runs across the Pacific Ocean. Control of Midway Island was a key factor to the offensive position of the Japanese. It was also important defensively as a key to preventing the Japanese invasion of Hawaii."
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Machiavelli, Keys to a Changing Political View, 2002.
A look at Nicolo Machiavelli's famous treatise on politics, ?The Prince?, as a reflection of the times he lived in.
967 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 24.95
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The paper shows that Machiavelli's "The Prince", written in 1513, gives us an insight to Italian Renaissance politics and culture at the time. It shows how Machiavelli's work reflects a changing attitude, where a person had more choice in determining his station in life by his own actions. A peasant could now work through the ranks to become an elite, an act that had not previously been possible in the Dark Ages.
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"The Italian Renaissance shows that people are no longer willing to act like sheep and rulers no longer rule by keeping the common people ignorant. Machiavelli points out that even in times of peace, the prince should study the arts of war, ?what enables you to acquire a state is to be master of the art? (Machiavelli, Marriott trans.). He suggests drilling at every opportunity. The Prince should familiarize himself with the cartography of their own land, as well as to learn as much about other countries as possible. We must remember that Machiavelli lived in the age of the great explorers, including the Dutch and Portuguese. This reflects the Renaissance attitude and a thirst for knowledge. Ignorance is abhorred in this society and ignorance by rulers is simply not tolerated."
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Ten-Key by Touch, 2007.
This paper discusses the skill of ten-key by touch; being able to operate a ten-key calculator without looking at the numbers.
988 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 24.95
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The paper notes that there are many skills that help a person in their career but are not commonly taught in many of today's schools. The paper focuses on the skill of using a 10-key calculator by touch. Every computer keyboard has a 10-key calculator attached that is used on a daily basis. The paper relates that this is an important skill for anyone in business to have. The paper points out that you will not save the world or save a life if you learn how to use a calculator without looking at it. However, mastering this skill can make your business and personal life easier. The paper highlights how mastering incompetence gives a feeling of achievement and pride and so does learning a new skill, no matter how small.
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"Think about the last time you balanced your checkbook, averaged your expenses for the month, or figured out a players ERA average. You used a calculator. Chances are you use a calculator all the time at home, and at the office, too. If you know how to use that calculator more quickly and efficiently, with fewer inputting errors, it could save time and give more accurate results. Learning 10-key by touch skills can give that time and save costly data entry errors. Some schools do offer 10-key courses for accounting students, and others offer them as part of basic computing classes."
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