Japan / Her History and Economy
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A 9 page discussion of the history of Japan with particular emphasis on her economy, both past and present. Bibliography lists four sources.
Filename: Japan2.wps

The Path of Japan's Nikkei:
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A 6 page paper discussing conditions within Japan's stock market since 1989. That year, the Nikkei average approached 40,000 but it lost more than 60 percent of that value by the end of 1990. After some false starts, the Nikkei appeared to be recovering but the Asian currency crisis and the fall of the Japanese banking industry curtailed that advance. The market appears to have stabilized, and the nation's economy is healthier as well. The paper recommends that investors still use caution, however. Foreign funds are pouring into Tokyo, but locals have been selling for months. There may be further corrections in the market, but it is seen to be on a path of overall growth. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: KSNikkei.wps

EFFECTIVENESS OF ASEAN-3
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This 6-page paper focuses on ASEAN-3, an alliance between Japan, China and Korea. The paper outlines the history of ASEAN's formation, the advantages that such an alliance has provided for the region, and some of the drawbacks of this alliance. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: MTasean3.rtf

Heidegger, Zen Buddhism, and the Value of Meditative Thinking
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A 9 page paper outlining the teachings of Heidegger and Zen Buddhists. The writer examines the similarities in both views of reality, self, and the value of meditation as it relates to their ideas. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Heidegge.wps

Concepts of Ritual and Law in Confucius, Mencius & Han Fei
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A 6 page paper considers the concepts and social function of rituals and laws in the writings of Confucius, Mencius and Han Fei, specifically, how rituals and laws relate to each other, according to each philosopher, their similarities and/or differences, the preferable way of ensuring ritual, law and order, as well as how each depends on the philosophers' individual concept of human nature. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: TGritlaw.rtf

Confucius And Benevolence
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8 pages in length. The writer discusses how Confucius recognized the fact that humanity has turned into a selfish, egotistical and myopic entity. No longer are people more concerned with others than they are with themselves. This move away from benevolence has caused considerable harm to man's reputation, as well as to the manner in which people interact. However, there does not appear to be any signs of significant change to this gross lack of social responsibility; therefore, it is safe to assume that mankind will continue down the road of self-centeredness. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TLCconfu.wps

Confucius vs. Plato / Their Ideas On Society & State
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This 11 page research paper compares and contrasts the views of Confucius and Plato on society and the creation of a ruling state. Specifically discussed are the nature of man in terms of good and evil, what role, if any, a higher power plays; whether or not morality can be learned; and the purpose of the state and qualities of its leaders. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Conplato.wps

The Analects of Confucius
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A 6 page research paper on the history, value and significance of Confucius' Analects, a multi-volume, 2,500 year old collection of his sayings put into writing after his death by his followers. Confucius had something to say about every aspect of human life within the confines of his society, truths that today, even with all the societal changes that have ocurred over the centuries, remain truths applicable still to human life that Confucius worked so fervently to improve. Bibliography lists 6+ sources.
Filename: Confucis.doc

Asian National Essay
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A 7 page creative & fictitious essay (based on historical facts) of the viewpoint of an Asian national around the turn of the century. The essay is written from the viewpoint of a Vietnamese farmer, who believes in Confucianism, and is hearing the words of Marx talk about collective farming techniques. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Asianess.wps

Confucianism / Book Review
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5 page review and discussion of the book 'An Outline of Confucianism' by D.Y. Lee. Author describes the history and evolution of this core philosophy.
Filename: Confucia.wps

Story of Stone
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In 6 pages, the author discusses that the Confucian analects provided traditional family values to China and they are reflected in “Story of Stone” by Cao Xueqin. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PCconfv.doc

The Divine: Taoist, Confucian, and Shinto Beliefs
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A 5 page paper which discusses the Taoist, Confucian, and Shinto beliefs as they relate to the divine. A brief illustration of each is provided, followed by a brief comparison and contrast. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: RAdivine.wps

CHINA ECONOMIC REFORM AFTER 1949: A RESEARCH PERSPECTIVE
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This 7-page paper is an analysis of the Chinese Economic Reform movement after Mao's takeover of mainland China in 1949. The paper touches on the benefits of the reform (i.e., wiping out the feudalistic and subservient culture) and the disadvantages, namely a decrease in agricultural resources and business innovation. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: MTchiref.rtf

Chen Village & Long Bow: / Communism Spreads Through Village Communities
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A 7 page research paper in which the writer considers the way in which village communities were utilized as central focuses for the spread of communism during the first half of the 20th century in China. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Chenvill.wps

Morgan Stanley in China
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An 8 page paper discussing Morgan Stanley’s first joint venture ever, which was in what may be the most difficult areas in which to work. China still believes in the communist philosophy, but the government also is highly pragmatic regarding its own abilities to improve the quality of the people’s lives. Other partners in the venture were the China Construction Bank, China National Investment and Guaranty Corporation, Government of Singapore Investment Corporation and the Mingly Corporation, and all banded together to create China’s first investment bank, the China International Capital Corporation. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Morgstan.wps

Legalism in Feudal China Analyzed
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This 5 page research paper examines the legalism, which along with Confucianism and Taoism, was a response to the chaotic Chinese feudal system. Specifically discussed are legalism views on the characteristics of a good leader; whether or not morality is important in good leadership; the relationship between the ruler and his ministers, subjects, family and friends; effective ways of dealing with the gap between rich and poor; and identification of the five vermin and why they pose a challenge to legalist authority. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Feudchin.wps

1587 - A Year of No Significance / The Ming Dynasty Decline
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A 5 page paper that provides an overview of Ray Huang's book and considers the contradiction between the title and the content of the work. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Huang.doc

A Comparison Between The Han Dynasty And The Ancient Greeks
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6 pages in length. A comparative paper in which the writer attempts to reconcile how classic Greeks would view China during the time of the Han Dynasty. The writer explores various differences in the politics and culture of these two groups.
Filename: Chinagre.wps

Ancient Chinese Warfare / Book Review
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5 page review of Shalin Hai-Jew's 'Romance of the Three Kingdoms'--a book that traces ancient Chinese warfare and diplomacy through various early dynasties (originally compiled by Luo Guan Zhong during the Ming Dynasty). No bibliography.
Filename: Chinnok2.wps

History Of The Abacus / From West To East & Beyond
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A 15 page paper that provides an overview of the history and development of the abacus. The report essentially compares the Chinese, Roman, Greek, Russian and Indian counting methods utilizing similar instruments. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Abacus.doc

History, Continuity & Chinese Civilization
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A 4 page paper that supports the recognition of continuity in ancient Chinese history as an element of current-day Chinese civilization. The writer disagrees with the perspective of Jacques Gernet and other historians who claim that by revelling in ancient Chinese history, historians lack a perspective on the changing status of the country. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Chinciv.wps

Iris Chang The Rape of Nanking The Chinese Holocaust
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A 5 page paper on Iris Chang's non-fiction book The Rape of Nanking. In this work Chang describes the systematic murder of the population of this Chinese city by the Japanese in 1937, and posits some reasons for the Japanese soldier's unthinkable brutality. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Nanking.doc

Sino-Soviet Relations From 1945-1989
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5 pages in length. Nineteen eighty-nine was a most significant year for Sino-Soviet relations. The Chinese and the Russians had endured several decades of discord that ultimately culminated in the restoration of party-to-party relations, bringing together the two communist parties. The events that initially caused the rift between the two powers served to create considerable strain within existing Sino-Soviet relations; these concerns were not so much because of Russian initiatives or concessions but more because Chinese developments. The writer discusses the events affecting Sino-Soviet relations between 1945 and 1989. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Sinosov.wps

The Communists and the Kuomintang / The Struggle For Power In Revolutionary China
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A 9 page paper detailing the power struggle between the Communist Party and the KMT (Kuomintang) in revolutionary China. The writer details the working ideologies of both parties and explores the social conditions and the political circumstances that produced them. The bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: China2.wps

The Opium Wars
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A 6 page paper discussing the causes and results of the two Opium Wars (1839-1842 and 1856-1858) between China and Britain. In 300 years of trade with China, Britain had developed a thirst for China's tea as well as appetites for Chinese silk and porcelain, but pre-industrial China found very little to desire from Britain's offerings. To ease the resulting tremendous trade deficit, Britain began growing opium in its colony India and insisted that China allow it to enter their country for use by their people. China declined the affront to their national sovereignty, lost Hong Kong to Britain, and later lost all right to restrict the opium trade within their borders. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Opwar.wps

The Positive Effects of Disease - Medieval China
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This 6 page research paper briefly draws on some of the information provided in McNeill's 'Plagues and People,' as well as other information that illustrates that disease can have positive effects for a population. Bibliography lists four sources.
Filename: Chinadis.wps

The Taiping Rebellion & 'God's Chinese Son'
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This 3 page report discusses the rise of Hong Xiuquan and his version of Christian theology that led him and his followers in an attempt to overthrow the Qing Dynasty. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Taiping.wps

Today's China in Light of the Past
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A 5 page paper discussing modern China with reference to long-standing beliefs and practices. As a culture both ancient and so new as to be positively modern, China remains a study in contrasts. Guangdong International Trust & Investment Corporation (GITIC) was forced by the government to go bankrupt when it was not destitute, but the government was alarmed over what it perceived to be the same types of patterns that preceded the currency and banking crisis in Japan and determined to force the GITIC to cease making what it believed were loans of questionable value. China remains an official 'big emerging market,' but it is yet unclear just what form of government and economic structure will grow from the current chaos. Bibliography lists 23 sources.
Filename: KSchina99.doc

Under the Ancestors' Shadow
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A 5 page paper discussing the book with the same name by Francis L.K. Hsu. Many issues are discussed in regards to China and how things have changed since Hsu's book was published. Social mobility, the importance of farmers, personality, and kinship are but a few of the issues covered in the book and discussed in this paper. Hsu's book gives the reader a sound foundation for being able to more fully understand the present condition of China. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Ancshad.wps

Buddhism in China Analyzed
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A 5 page paper examining how the religious practices of Buddhism found their way to China and became an integral part of both Chinese philosophy and religion. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Budchin.wps

Hu Shih & D. T. Suzuki / Philosophy of Zen Buddhism
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In 9 pages the author debates between the philosophies of Hu Shih and D. T. Suzuki and how each argues Zen philosophy. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Hushih.wps

The Introduction & Impact Of Buddhism In Chinese History
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This 8 page paper provides a basic overview of the introduction and adoption of Buddhism in China. No bibliography.
Filename: Budpap.wps

Zen Buddhism
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This 4 page paper looks at the cultural impact of Zen Buddhism on the Eastern and Western communities. The writer looks at the transitions in Buddhist perspectives within Asian countries, including Japan, and the effects of the introduction of Zen Buddhism into Western philosophies in the 1950s. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Buddhism.wps

Zen Meditation
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A 6 page research paper on the history and practice Zen Meditation. Zen essentially teaches that inner transformative power is found within our own selves and not through pious acts or learning from established masters. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Zenmed.rtf

Chinese Music -- The Ch?in / Chinese Zither
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A 12 page research paper on this ancient and subtle Chinese instrument. The writer includes an overview of Chinese music as well as details on the construction, playing techniques, and music of the Ch?in which shows the history and significance of this remarkable instrument. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Zither.rtf

Lu Chi and the “Wen Fu” or “The Essay on Literature”
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This 6 page report discusses the Chinese writer, poet, and theorist, Lu Chi (261-303) and his “Essay on Literature” or “Wen Fu.” Lu Chi’s remarkable creation opens with a preface in prose and a lengthy analysis in verse of the processes and the patterns of literary creation. It speaks well to the power and impact of the book that for centuries it has been thought of as one of the world’s great works on the art , labor, and reward of literature. Interestingly, much of the information he presents is what is found in writing guides of the present. No sources.
Filename: BWluchi.wps

The Priesthood In Japan vs. The United States (Shintoism vs. Catholicism)
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A 5 page research paper which reveals that the priesthoods of both cultures are undergoing change and must adapt to meet new requirements of accountability. The writer demonstrates how change is taking place, and how it presents a fundamental change in the way the people of both cultures approach religious experience. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Ewpriest.wps

Buddhism: Prospering In The 21st Century Amidst Formidable Challenges
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6 pages in length. The writer discusses the fundamental principles of Buddhism, as well as addresses issues surrounding its ongoing existence throughout the 21st century. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: TLCbud21.wps

Dhammapada
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6 page paper on this Buddhist philosophy. The writer explores the history of Buddhism and 'dhamma' and gives a summary of its basic principles. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Dhamma.wps

The Influence of Buddhism on Asia
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An 8 page paper that discusses the advent of Buddhism in India and its spread throughout Asia. The paper focuses on how the malleable nature of Buddhism allowed it to insinuate itself in many different cultures, often changing the very nature of existing religions. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Buddinfl.doc