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- 15661: Al Capone : The Myth, The Legend
- ... a role model to many of the boys in the community. He worked for a man named Johnny Torrio. He ran errands, and got paid for it, so he had pocket change. Torrio was a new type of gangster. He was one of the first of this new breed and helped with the development of a newly found criminal enterprise. There were other Capone children, not just Al. James Capone was the oldest child. The two other kids in the family at this ...
- 15662: The Great Gatsby 5
- ... majestic, protagonist of the novel. While it isn't clear how he made all his money it is obvious that it was through illegal dealings in organized crime. There was a reference to the 1919 World Series, (That's the one where the players on the Chicago White Sox helped out organized crime by not trying their hardest when it counted). It is also clear that the driving motivation for getting ... of the freewheeling era of the Roaring 20's that the book is set in and is obviously something that Fitzgerald frowned upon. Tom is the antagonist in this novel. While Gatsby was fighting in World War I Tom was using his wealth to sweep Daisy off her feet. Tom is a yuppie and clearly in the way of Gatsby's love for Daisy. He is having an affair, which he ...
- 15663: Capote Vs. Krakauer
- ... have a different style, different opinions and different ways of making the truth story like, both are wonderful storytellers and have created great examples of true stories. Bibliography Works Cited Capote, Truman. In Cold Blood. New York: Random House Publishing, 1966. Krakauer, Jon. Into Thin Air. New York: Villard Books, 1997 Word Count: 823
- 15664: The Problems of Conflict
- ... prophecy. The more you believe its awful the worse it will get. Conflicts are often said to be beneficial. Some potential positive functions of conflicts: conflicts allow important issues to be aired; they produce new and creative ideas; they release built-up tension; they can strengthen relationships; they can cause groups and organizations to re-evaluate and clarify goals and missions; and they can also stimulate social change to eliminate ... prophecy. The more you believe its awful the worse it will get. Conflicts are often said to be beneficial. Some potential positive functions of conflicts: conflicts allow important issues to be aired; they produce new and creative ideas; they release built-up tension; they can strengthen relationships; they can cause groups and organizations to re-evaluate and clarify goals and missions; and they can also stimulate social change to eliminate ...
- 15665: Character Analysis Of Mrs Mall
- ... coming home from work one day, and still he is the one who is denied at the end of the story for reasons he will never get to understand. Mrs. Mallard s enthusiasm for her new freedom is kind of understandable, but according to my dad, Mr. Mallard is the character that is most deserving of sympathy. Maybe not surprisingly, my grandmothers interpretation of The Story of an Hour was a ... dutiful wife to Mr. Mallard, as she is supposed to be, she cries with sudden, wild abandonment when she hears the news of his death, she locks herself in her room to deal with her new situation, and she has a fatal heart attack when she sees her husband arrive at home. Of course, the male doctors would think that she died of the joy that kills , but nobody could have ...
- 15666: The Pearl: Material Society, Material Thoughts
- ... the town, refused to assistant the child, turning them away when they arrived at the door. Lastly they turned to the sea to seek their fortune. When Juana set sight on the "Pearl of The World." she felt as though all her prayers had been answered, if she could have foreseen the future what she would have seen would have been a mirror image of her reality. Juana's husband was ... bites for `little Indians'? I am a doctor, not a veterinary." for the doctor had known that the peasants hadn't any money. He had been to Paris and had enjoyed the splendors of the world, and therefore he wouldn't be seen dealing with the less fortunate as he knew that the less fortunate would surely always be just that-less fortunate. However it seemed that he had been stereotypical ...
- 15667: Big Brother, Little Sister Computer Monitoring
- ... By the end of the decade, as many as 30 million people may constantly be monitored in their jobs" (462). As computer systems become more sophisticated this number will drastically increase. As we enter this new age of technology we must remember that with more power comes more responsibility by employers and employees alike. Micheal J. Smith, a professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison explains that knowledge can be used ... of employees should be the most important issue now and in the future. Legislation has the potential to help employees with issues of better treatment and the right to privacy (De Tienne 465). In the New Century companies that succeed, according to John Scully who is chairman of Apple Computers, will be the ones who learn from the past and from the "me boss and you employee" mentality. Instead of possessing ...
- 15668: The Electric Ant By Philip K D
- ... automated reality chip, and his emotional and physical makeup as an oranic robot. Garson Poole who, prior to his detection of the reality chip was under the impression that he was exempted from all the world's restraints, finds himself in a bliss of confusion when he realizes that his life is being dictated by an automated reality tape. The presents of this mechanical apparatus symbolizes the conditioning man inherits from ... like machines not realizing that we are trapped in a vicious cycle.We isolate and remove ourselves from society, hopping that we can rebel and regain control. However our inability to cope in a complex world, once againg signifies that society is in control of us. Our reluctance to conform, leads to the loss of our individuality and eventually and eventually to our extinction. Using the development of garson Poole's ...
- 15669: The Lord of the Flies: A Picture of Our Society Today
- ... the beast happy. This was his method of promoting hunting. Other examples of this in real society are the Vikings whose promise of Valhalla made them among the best warriors of all time in the world. In today's society, religions can give power and money to many people. Fear of gods or protection from all fears in society can make person donate to a religious unit material goods or loyalty ... in disregard for death as Jack declares that he meant to kill Piggy and starts a completely defined death hunt for Ralph. Our society today, has changed to a completely defined peace push after the world wars. However, disregard for human life is still trying to match the push as thousands still die under the hands of others in civil and international wars, in muggings and robberies, and generally in hatred ...
- 15670: Classic Tales of Tom Sawyer
- ... the significance of the books. In The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, Twain successfully brings the story alive and makes it a pleasure to read. This book has gained the respect of people all over the world and earned itself this special distinction, because it contains the necessary substance. These integral ingredients of a classic are the vivid descriptions of the physical aspects of the story the characters and setting, an entertaining ... fun childhood. Twain's entertaining stories also make a statement against strict and orderly living. Tom's whitewashing experience is only one of the instances where Mark Twain helps transport his audience into Tom's world of mischief and fun. The Adventures of Tom Sawyer reminds readers of their childhoods and urges them to never forget those cherished days. This timeless classic is guaranteed to leave every reader with a distinctly ...
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