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The Notorious Irishman, 2001.
Paper discussing Oscar Wilde's work "The Importance of Being Ernest," and its treatment of the aristocracy.
669 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 2 sources, £ 16.95
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This paper discusses Oscar Wilde's writing and its reception by the upper class of his time. The focus of this paper is Wilde's work, ?The Importance of Being Ernest." The author discusses various subjects of Wilde's writing: death and marriage, parenting and social manners.
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"Oscar Wilde made his reputation off of mocking the Victorian Era. In fact, he lived his life the same way, blatantly ignoring the common rules of society. He loathed the pretentiousness of the wealthy that dominated nearly every aspect of life in England. This was particularly ironic considering his father was a surgeon for Queen Victoria. Even more ironic is the fact that the victims of Wilde?s sharp wit and satirical comedy, the well-to-do socialites, were his biggest fans. In ?The Importance of Being Ernest?, Wilde creates a trivial farce of the aristocracy through the actions and behaviors of both Algernon and Lady Bracknell, with the former as a metaphoric dignitary and the latter as an economic aristocrat.."
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"Notorious", 2002.
Examines the relationship between the main characters in the film, "Notorious", starring Cary Grant and Ingrid Bergman.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 5 sources, £ 49.95
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This paper examines the film "Notorious" in the context of the relationship between Cary Grant and Ingrid Bergman. As spies and lovers, Bergman and Grant are constantly testing one another's trustworthiness and love. This paper concludes that a love that trusts cannot test the object of its affections.
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Academic Fraud, 2008.
An examination of a notorious case of academic fraud concerning ethics in psychology.
1,344 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 6 sources, APA, £ 31.95
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This paper discusses the "notorious" case of academic fraud by Sir Cyril Lodowic Burt as presented by H. Beloff. The research focuses on the ethical problem presented, the ethical principles breached according to the Australian codes of ethics, the motives and justifications of a commitment of this breach, justification for such actions and solutions for dealing with instances of academic fraud. The paper states that while a brief discourse on the case of Sir Cyril is provided, the primary purpose of the case is to prevent fraud from occurring in the future.
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Academic Fraud
Cyril Burt
Ethical Issues and Disputes
Code of Ethical Conduct
Proposed Solutions and Actions
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"The cardinal principles of the Australian Code of Ethics as dictated by the Australian Ethical Society (2003) suggest the following principles must be applied in psychology and in evaluation of academic fraud: (1) professionals have a duty to act using well-informed conscious decision-making, (2) professionals engaged in academic investigation have a duty to act in the interests of the community they serve, (3) professionals and academics have a duty to accept responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of their community before the welfare of their private or personal interests and (4) professionals have an obligation to act with honesty and in good faith to the community, and apply their skill and knowledge in the interests of the community."
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Blackbeard, 2007.
An analysis of the background and notorious activities of Captain Edward Teach, otherwise known as Blackbeard, the pirate.
1,389 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 32.95
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This paper discusses the life and activities of Captain Edward Teach, otherwise known as Blackbeard, the pirate. It describes his introduction into piracy and the growth of his crew and wealth. The paper then discusses some of his activities, particularly his treatment of prisoners and his crew and how they contributed to his notorious reputation.
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"However, he could keep away from the sea and gathered his old crew to plot further acts of piracy. Alexander Spotswood, Governor of Virginia, saw an opportunity get one leg up on his rival, Governor Eden, and win favor from the government by ridding the Caribbean of its most notorious pirate forever. He sent a Royal Navy squadron in pursuit and cornered him in Ocracoke Inlet, North Carolina, on November 22, 1718. Not surprising, Blackbeard put up a fight. He took hits from five musket balls and more than 20 sword slashes before dying. Spotswood cut his off and took it away as the ultimate trophy."
"What was the reason why Blackbeard was so bloodthirsty? Was he just born mean, like some people are? Or, did something happen to him to change his ways? A crew has been studying a boat found at Beaufort Inlet off the coast of North Carolina that is believed to be Blackbeard's pirate flagship, which has been sitting in the briny deep for over 300 years. The hope was that they would not bring up the ghosts along with the boat (Daily Mail)."
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Changes in the Public Perception of Nathan Bedford Forrest, 2003.
Describes some of the events that have led to changes in the public perception of Nathan Bedford Forrest, a notorious general from the Civil War.
2,508 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 24 sources, MLA, £ 52.95
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The life and career of Nathan Bedford Forrest has long been revered by many past and present citizens of the Southern United States. As a Confederate general who led several key battles in the Western theater, his role during the Civil War was quite significant, and he gained much attention and praise for his contributions to the Southern cause. However, during and after the Civil Rights movement during the 1960s, Forrest's name was removed from the buildings of schools and government buildings in the South; many citizens of Southern cities felt that monuments erected in his honor encouraged racist attitudes in the South. This paper examines some of the changes that have taken place with regard to the written history of Gen. Nathan Bedford Forrest, as well as that of the Civil War in general.
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"Much of the celebration during the ceremony, however, made racism an unexpressed component of Forrest?s image. The renewed praise of Forrest by southern whites at the turn of the century coincided with a widespread revival of Confederate commemorations throughout the South. Popularly known as the ?Lost Cause,? the new Confederate myth encouraged ?a memory of personal sacrifice and a model of social order that met the needs of a society experiencing rapid change and disorder? (Foster 6). This commemoration of Forrest fit well within the realm of ideas and attitudes that made up the Lost Cause (Bailey 511-513)."
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Sean Penn - Controversial Star, 2002.
Examining the turbulant life of actor and director Sean Penn and questioning whether he followed in his notorious actor-father Leo Penn's footsteps.
2,047 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 10 sources, APA, £ 44.95
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This paper studies the life of Sean Penn, actor and later director. It first briefly describes his father's acting career and how it was cut short because of his "communist" activities in the 1960's and how he was black-listed. It continues to compare Sean Penn to his father, focusing on Penn's bad-boy image which is highlighted by his marriage to pop-star Madonna and a one-month jail stint for assault. It mentions many of the movies that Penn starred in or directed and shows how through all of these he continued to make political and controversial statements.
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"It could be said that celebrity activism is a family affair for Sean Penn, celebrated Hollywood actor and director. Before Sean was even born his father, Leo Penn, who was an actor on Broadway and in films in the late 40s, used his celebrity to make social statements. Leo was blacklisted for a decade in the 1950s for refusing to give names to the House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC) of those in the Hollywood community with communist ties.
Supposedly one of Sean's earlier memories is of his father taking him to the set of The Last Tycoon near to the family home. There the director, Elia Kazan, someone who had named names at the hearings, tried to say hello. But Leo, normally warm and friendly, walked straight past, a point of integrity his son could not fail to notice. Unlike many of the blacklisted actors of the time, Leo's entertainment career survived his political stance and he went on to make a name for himself behind the camera, in television rather than feature films. During his career, he directed than 400 hours of prime-time television programming, including episodes of Bonanza, Ben Casey, Starsky & Hutch, Magnum P.I., Columbo, Kojak, and St. Elsewhere. "
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Anthony Lewis' "Gideon's Trumpet", 2007.
This paper analyzes the book "Gideon's Trumpet" by Anthony Lewis, which discusses the notorious court case of Clarence Earl Gideon.
1,715 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 38.95
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This paper examines Anthony Lewis' "Gideon's Trumpet", which evaluates the Supreme Court case of Clarence Earl Gideon. Gideon was tried and convicted in the Fourteenth Judicial Circuit of Florida but maintained, under the due process clause of the Fourteenth Amendment, that he was entitled to counsel by the state because he couldn't afford his own. The author points out that the case on which the Supreme Court based its ruling was 'Betts v. Brady', and that it rejected the contention that due process under the Fourteenth Amendment provided a flat guarantee of counsel in state criminal trials. The paper relates that the rule of the case is simply that a person charged with a crime anywhere in the United States has the right to counsel, a right deemed fundamental and essential to any fair trial (Sixth Amendment), and, when the person cannot afford one, the state is obligated to provide one under the Fourteenth Amendment due process clause.
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"Ever since 'Betts' in 1942, the court struggled to apply the "special circumstances" aspect of the rule, and the legal problems inherent in the 'Betts' decision were all too evident. Professional comments on the 'Betts' decision, as maintained in law reviews following the decision, had at first been critical, and several Justices within the Supreme Court were already leaning towards its overruling. In fact, between the 'Betts' decision and the time Gideon wrote his letter, the Supreme Court held in favor of every state prisoner whose counsel claim it agreed to hear."
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Adolf Hitler, 2004.
A look at the lifespan development and personality of one of the most notorious figures in history, Adolf Hitler.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, APA, £ 21.95
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This is a lifespan development and personality paper centering on a developmental perspective of Adolph Hitler. The paper discusses the negative effects of Hitler's early home life such as the lack of a father figure. The paper also discusses his search for a substitute father figure as an adult and the failure of Hitler's mother to provide guidance. Furthermore, the paper looks at Hitler's neurotic conception of the world and his growing belief that only he could become the leader of his vision, not other people.
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"This paper offers a developmental perspective of Adolf Hitler who rose to power from a man who occupied seemingly insignificant political positions to become the unchallenged leader of Germany until his death. His dictatorial governmental policies that led to the elimination of political opponents and his hatred of the Jews can be traced back to his childhood influences, developments and experiences. The significance of these influences will be explored in the discussion of the background of Hitler. Furthermore two theories of personality-Maslow's Hierarchy..."
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The S.S., 2002.
An overview of Hitler's notorious military group, the S.S.
1,057 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 4 sources, APA, £ 25.95
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In 1925, Adolf Hitler formed his own personal bodyguard unit and called it the Schutzstaffel (S.S.). Four years later Heinrich Himmler was appointed its leader. This paper looks at the history of one of the world's most feared military units during WWII. It also looks at the structure of the group, its three branches and their roles within the organization. Finally, the paper looks at the downfall of the S.S. with the fall of the Third Reich.
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"Despite the almost mythical reputation of the S.S., (at least in the eyes of Germans), when the Third Reich fell, the S.S. fell with it. By mid-1943, more than 100,000 Waffen S.S. recruits died in during battle in Russia. ??We weren?t outfought?, wrote Kurt Meyer, ?but we were outnumbered, overwhelmed, pushed to the wall by sheer weight.?? (Constable, 172) Yet, the Waffen S.S. units continued to fight to ?stave off the end of nazism?. The attack of Kharkov was Germany?s last won battle. ?Hitler was ecstatic because his faith in the S.S. panzer corps had been validated?Himmler, too, brimmed with pride.? (Constable, 174)"
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'Dangerous Liasons', 2001.
Analysis of Christopher Hampton's play & film adaptations of Choderolos de Lados' notorious 1782 novel "Les Liaisons Dangereuses." Contends film version is basically conservative & that original text is superior to film & play.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 8 sources, £ 43.95
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""Les Liaisons Dangereuses" (Dangerous Liaisons) is known to modern audiences through Christopher Hampton's adaptations of Choderlos de Lados' notorious 1782 novel told entirely by letters. The stage and film adaptations have obviously been more dynamic allowing the characters to interact in each other's presence. Basically this is a tale about two immoral cynics who find pleasure in destroying the loves of other people since they will not allow themselves to admit they love each other. Steephen Frears' screen version is a witty tragicomedy of manners. This paper will analyze why, in spite of formal experimentation, the content of the Hollywood film -- as virtually all Hollywood adaptations of major literary works -- is fundamentally conservative.
The 1782 novel had been characterized by Peter Washington..."
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Swift's "The Lady's Dressing Room", 2000.
A look at how reading the poem alongside Swift's notorious essay, "A Modest Proposal" highlights the intentional irony of the poem, and makes it appear less likely to be the product of a misogynistic mind.
2,206 words (approx. 8.8 pages), 1 source, £ 47.95
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"Jonathan Swift?s poem ?The Lady?s Dressing Room? is highly debated. Some readers think it is sophisticated irony that makes fun of male perceptions of femininity, while other readers see it as a misogynistic and vindictive piece which sportingly degrades the female body for fun. While it can be read either way, reading the poem alongside Swift?s notorious essay ?A Modest Proposal? highlights the intentional irony of the poem, and makes it appear less likely to be the product of a misogynistic mind."
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Modern Day CEOs, 2005.
A review of several renown or maybe notorious corporate leaders, who not only teach us by example how to operate, but are also featured examples of how not to conduct oneself in the business world.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, £ 24.95
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This paper discusses several corporate leaders and their relative merits in leadership style and effectiveness. Two CEOs are offered as positive examples of how to not only lead but how to live: Warren Buffet and Kenneth Chenault. Two other are held up as an example of how not to lead, much less how not to live: Ted Turner and Martha Stewart. In any event, these four leaders are certainly influential beyond what their respective positions might otherwise deserve with any less dynamic of an individual in their position.
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"Warren Buffett exemplifies the American work ethic and personifies the "pull yourself up by your own boot straps" mentality. "His teenage ventures included two paper routes...selling golf balls and managing pinball machines...by the time he had finished high school he has saved $5,000"(Heberling & Houghton, 2002, p.21). Though his father was not without resources, his family was hardly well to do. In light of this background and his willingness to work and fund his own existence at an early age, it surprising Warren Buffett is not given more iconic status as the epitome of the American ethos."
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Profile of a Serial Killer, 2005.
A look at one of the most notorious serial killers of all times, Jeffrey Dahmer.
1,334 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 7 sources, APA, £ 30.95
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This paper introduces, discusses and analyzes the topic of serial killers. Specifically it discusses Jeffrey Dahmer and his crimes, his apprehension, and his background.
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"Jeffrey Dahmer was a serial killer who killed seventeen young men and boys, and engaged in cannibalism and necrophilia with many of the bodies. Most of the victims were African-American or other minorities, and many were gay. Dahmer, a 31-year-old chocolate factory worker from Milwaukee, would cruise gay bars and choose his victims by their skin color (dark) and their small body size. Writers Fox and Levin note, "Dahmer liked them young or small, especially with dark skin, and he surely liked Tracy Edwards" (Fox & Levin, 1994, p. 53). Edwards was the only known Dahmer victim to survive."
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"Fear of Flying", 2001.
Analysis of 1973 notorious bestseller by Erica Jong on female sexuality & guilt-free sex for women.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 4 sources, £ 32.95
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"In her notorious 1973 bestseller Fear of Flying, Erica Jong championed the idea of loveless, guilt-free sex for women, which she coined with the infamous "zipless" phrase (Jong, 11). Subsequently, Jong was viewed as a symbol of hedonism and Jong herself argued that Fear of Flying provided women with a sense of libidinal license (People Weekly [Sep 1994], 37). However, Jong also stated that "[m]y generation had Doris Day as a role model, then Gloria Steinem -- then Princess Diana. We are the most confused generation." Thus, she also argued that Fear of Flying was her attempt to define womanhood and femininity, even as it related to female sexuality. In particular, Jong stated that in writing Flying, she had a sense that she was "going to open the top of a woman's head and show what was going on inside." "
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