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- 9031: Homeopathy And Women
- ... term as a convenient approximation, recognizing that there was more social overlap and shared ideology linking mainstream with periphery than either sector in those days could allow. In any discussion of 19th-century homeopathy Kent's name would invariably be mentioned, whether in his role as a brilliant clinician, a prolific writer, or an influential teacher. Yet Kent, as a privileged male professional, was also thoroughly representative of his own times ... been by the female students of his inner circle), Kent would likely have relinquished some of these beliefs as so much cultural debris. But in other instances they appear to be central to the doctor's worldview, and would therefore have been strongly defended. Overall, Kent's homeopathy constitutes but one strand in a wider discursive formation which may be termed "Victorian American;" yet it also departs from its cultural matrix enough to suggest that in his constructions of gender Kent ...
- 9032: Othello 4 - Fixed
- Throughout history, powerful empires with boundless control have had a tendency to fall victim to corruption. It is common knowledge, among political scientists and historians, that power corrupts and absolute power corrupts absolutely. William Shakespeare's "Othello, the Moor of Venice" (reprinted in Laurence Perrine and Thomas R. Arp, Literature: Structure, Sound, and Sense, 6th ed. [Fort Worth: Harcourt, 1993] 1060-1147) contains several themes, but one theme in particular supports the truth of this knowledge. In "Othello, the Moor of Venice," the theme of control is one that causes corruption. Othello's control is stolen by Iago and, Iago's overbearing control of Othello's emotions causes chaos and absence of control until Lodovico arrives at the end of the story. At the beginning of the play, Othello is in control. First of all, ...
- 9033: Don Pepe Figueres
- ... Don Pepe by his admirers, Figueres was both an enemy of communist and a thorn in the side of the United States. While putting down a communist regime and allying himself consistently with the U.S., Figueres was also a strong socialist and nationalist and would prove to be an enigma to U.S. policy makers during his terms as president. Despite the praise and admiration that Figueres enjoyed, a much darker side to his administration as well as an unmistakable duality in his dealings with the U.S. and democracy itself is seen in his political history. Following a time of democracy in Costa Rica, in the early 40 s, then president Rafael Calderon allied himself with the Costa Rican communist party, ...
- 9034: Showing The Connection Between
- ... was filled with inner turmoil, longing and obsession. His life was sustained on one minute hope, a dream that was never fully realized, even whe he thought it was in his grasp. Maybe, though, Gatsby's life could have taken an entirely different course had he made a different decision at some point. For, it is the choices that Gatsby made along his journey that ultimately led to life-threatening consequences ... these choices, ultimately led to his demise. The day on which James Gatz disappeared and Mr. Jay Gatsby was born, was the beginning of the end. When Gatsby trod his first step upon Dan Cody's boat, it was as though he was proclaiming that his old self never existed, and his new-self would flourish. This act of rejection shows not only his self-centered nature, but his blatant disregard for others. The reader is able to see, though, when Gatsby's father, Mr. Gatz, returns later, that this family is extremely odd. After Gatsby's death, upon Mr. Gatz's return, the reader can see Gatsby's father's awe and amazement at his son' ...
- 9035: IMAGERY IN MACBETH
- In all of Shakespeare's plays he uses many forms of imagery. In the play, The Tragedy of Macbeth, Shakespeare applies the imagery of blood and water, which are symbolized in the major themes of the play. Images of blood ... reference to murder or treason. Shakespeare uses the symbol of blood to represent treason, murder and death. "Every act of blood is driven by fear." (Bloom 41). Blood is the most important imagery of Shakespeare's play, Macbeth. "The theme of Macbeth is reinforced by the imagery of blood." (Von Doren 338). Shakespeare mentions the word blood, or different forms of it often in the play. The best way to describe ... Macbeth becomes identified with death and bloodshed, along with showing his guilt in different forms. The first corrupt reference to blood is when Macbeth sees the dagger floating in the air leading him to Duncan's room and he sees "on the blade and dudgeon gouts of blood" (Shakespeare 2.1.46). The next reference is when the symbol of blood changes to show a form of treachery and treason. ...
- 9036: Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Alzheimer's Disease is a progressive and irreversible brain disease that destroys mental and physical functioning in human beings, and invariably leads to death. It is the fourth leading cause of adult death in the United States. Alzheimer's creates emotional and financial catastrophe for many American families every year, but fortunately, a large amount of progress is being made to combat Alzheimer's disease every year. To fully be able to comprehend ...
- 9037: Analysis of William Blake's Poetry
- Analysis of William Blake's Poetry William Blake's works include many of which relate to the role and interest of many figures of children and caretakers who appear in Songs of Innocence and Experience. The poems I will be discussing in this thesis ... of Innocence: "The Little Girl Lost," "The Little Girl Found" and "The Chimney Sweeper." All of which show caretakers in a good light. The other poems, from The Songs of Experience: "The Chimney Sweeper," "NURSE'S Song" and "Infant Sorrow" all depict caretakers in a bad light. The first poem I will discuss is from the Songs of Innocence, its title is "The Little Girl Lost." This poem tells the ...
- 9038: Coca Cola
- ... Cola debuted as a non-carbonated beverage and later carbonated water was added to the syrup to make the beverage what we know today as Coca-Cola. Today, The Coca-Cola Company is the world's largest producer and distributor of soft drink syrups and concentrates. The Coca-Cola Bottling Company: The Making of Classic The Coca-Cola Company started out as an insignificant one-man business and over the last ... company was Dr. John Pemberton and the current operator is M. Douglas Ivester. Without societies help, Coca-Cola could not have become over a 50 billion-dollar business. Keogh, Donald R., (1987, May). Three As Spell Global Success Journey, pp. 5-11. Coca-Cola was invented by Dr. John Pemberton, an Atlanta pharmacist. He concocted the formula in a three-legged brass kettle in his backyard on May 8, 1886. He mixed a combination of lime, cinnamon, coca leaves, and the seeds of a Brazilian shrub to make the fabulous beverage. Coca-Cola debuted in Atlantas largest pharmacy, Jacobs Pharmacy, as a five-cent non-carbonated beverage. Later on, the carbonated water was added to the syrup to make the beverage what we know today as Coca-Cola. King, ...
- 9039: Ethics In Business
- ... is overwhelming. There are many definitions of ethics, but, according to author Herbert Johnston, ethics is concerned with two things: human conduct and what ought to be done (Johnston 1-2). It also involves people s perceptions about what should be done. People have duties to do what is right and to not hurt other people. More or less, ethics involve obligations. Johnston also defines ethics as a practical, philosophical science by which we may reach conclusions concerning the rightness or wrongness of voluntary acts as related to our last end (Johnston 25). Johnston is saying that ethics are judgments based on society s set moral standards that result in good outcomes or bad outcomes, depending on the goodness or badness of the judgment. More specifically, business ethics are an attempt to develop and apply basic principles in the area of human economic relations (McLennen 5). With the definition of ethics now clarified, the reasons for being ethical arise. Why do/should businessmen act ethically? Based on Ray Baumhart s 1998survey of 1,031 businessmen, the most influential incentive for being ethical was a man s personal code of behavior. Most people are ethical because of what they believe to be right. Most people ...
- 9040: Hamlet: An Instrument of Life - Hamlet's Contribution To the Play
- Hamlet: An Instrument of Life - Hamlet's Contribution To the Play Samuel Johnson writes "Hamlet is through the piece rather an instrument than an agent." This statement is true, it is exhibited in several ways. The manner in which Hamlet's father manifests himself is an indication of his true intentions. Hamlet acts as an earthly means of revenge, he is the output for actions directed by a mortal being. Inner weakness has riddled Hamlet's life, it runs rampant in his decisions, or lack of, and has plagued his fate. His inability to overcome insecurity, procrastination, and an over analytical mind contribute, overwhelmingly, to his downfall. Hamlet allows negative ...
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