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Papers On Western Civilization
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History of Feasting in England: 15th to 17th Centuries
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An 18 page paper which examines the history of feasting in England from the 15th to the 17th centuries. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: RAfeast5.rtf
History of the Tower of London
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A 6 page paper which discusses the history of the
Tower of London. The paper also addresses how the tower fits into the British Culture.
Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: RAtwrlndn.wps
History of Western Civilization: Disputes
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A 3 page paper which examines whether
the disputes of Western Civilization were fought because of conflicts over territory or
ideas. The works cited are Margaret L. Mead’s “Western Civilization: A Social and
Cultural History” and Jackson J. Spielvogel’s “Western Civilization: A Brief History.”
No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAsplvgl.rtf
History of Writing
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A 10 page paper which gives an historical overview of the history of writing, beginning with the hieroglyphics and progressing to present day. Discusses such achievements as Gutenberg's printing press and the creation of punctuation. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Writing.rtf
History: Herodotus and Marco Polo
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A 5 page paper which examines the historical
presentations offered in Herodotus’ “Histories” and Marco Polo’s “The Travels of Marco
Polo.” No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAmarco.rtf
How Far Was The Northern Rebellion of 1569 the Result of Religious Change?
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This 12 page paper considers the different influences that came together to create the Northern Rebellion that threatened the reign of Queen Elizabeth I in 1569. The writer argues that although this appeared to be predominantly a religious rebellion, seeking to restore the Roman Catholic church, in reality there were many other factors, such as poverty and political power, that were also key issues. The bibliography cites 8 sources.
Filename: TEnorreb.rtf
How Greek Values Differ From Hebrew Values
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6 pages in length. While Greek and Hebrew values shared many of the same common applications, there still existed
considerable differences between the two value systems. Consistent with being a member of the human race, there were inherent similarities shared by both peoples that
reflected a basis of cultural connectedness. Still, as each group was an entity unto itself, there existed both subtle and striking contrasts between the Greek and Hebrew value systems. The writer discusses these differences and similarities as they relate to Greek and Hebrew values. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Greekheb.wps
How Muslims Were Treated in Medieval Spain
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This 8 page paper highlights Islam by delving into three books: "Medieval Iberia : Readings from Christian, Muslim, and Jewish Sources" edited by Olivia Remie Constable, "The Quest for El Cid" by Richard Fletcher, and "The Song of Roland" translated by Glyn Burgess. The Crusades are discussed in depth. Muslim life is highlighted in discussing this bloody era. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA051Mus.doc
How Napoleon Both Continued And Broke From The Aims Of His Revolutionary Predecessors
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4 pages in length. Napoleon Bonaparte was a man with an agenda, a ruler with a design for defeat. How he went about reaching his objective is found in the manner by which he both continued and broke from the aims of his revolutionary predecessors. The battleground was where much of his prowess was either in support of or in opposition to those who set the path before him. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TLCnapoleon.rtf
How Napoleon Furthered Christian-Muslim Relations
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This 10 page paper examines Napoleon Bonaparte's conquests and failures as it concerns Egypt. Details are relayed. The focus of the paper is on religion and how Napoleon to an extent forged a better relationship between Christians and Muslims. A bit about both religions is relayed. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: SA516Nap.doc
How Social Darwinism is Relevant in Respect to Nineteenth Century Developments
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This 5 page paper looks at Darwinism and how it helps to explain slavery and colonialism during the 1800s. Social Darwinism as a concept is explored. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA410Dar.rtf
How The Crusades Influenced A Cultural Change In Art and Literature
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15 pages in length. The Crusades were highly influential with regard to the cultural changes in art and literature. Their contributions are noted in any number of ways, which
are easily detected merely by interpreting the number of literary works and artistic designs that were prevalent during that period. There existed a certain political correctness that was associated with the manner in which the crusades influenced -- and even represented -- the art and literature that followed their lead. The writer discusses how the Crusades afforded a considerably elevated level of civilized culture as it pertained to artistic and
literary styles. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Crusade1.wps
How the Scientific Revolution Created the Environment for the
Enlightenment
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This 6 page report discusses how the intellectual
world was reshaped by the Scientific Revolution and the
contributions made by the scientists that existed between the
times of Copernicus and Newton. Their contributions then led to
the development of The Enlightenment, a time in which
the world was opening up, literally, in immeasurable ways. The
logic of the philosophers, writers, and other intellectuals of
time was that if the human beings of the Scientific Revolution
could so unlock doors behind which the laws of the universe were
hidden, God's own laws, why couldn’t it also be possible to
determine the laws elemental in all aspects of nature and
society? Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: BWscienl.rtf
How the Trojans Viewed the Greeks in Virgil's Aeneid
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This 3 page paper looks at Virgil's work and the animosity that existed between the two groups. Many quotes from the original work are included. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: SA327A.rtf
How the Urban Revolution Of The 11th Century Eroded The Feudal System
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This 5 page paper examines the impact of urbanization on the established system of feudalism in the Middle Ages. The Magna Carta, the growth of cities, the centralization of governmental power all led toward the ultimate collapse of feudalism. Bibliography lists six sources.
Filename: Urbrev.doc
How to Become a Dictator: Hitler, Mussolini, and Augustus
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A 4 page discussion of the factors which combine to form a dictatorship. Contends that Hitler, Mussolini, and Augustus all had certain characteristics in common. They were able to manipulate people and they were relentless in achieving their goals, regardless of how demented those goals may have been. Concludes that it is the power of persuasion and a degree of relentlessness which makes a dictator. Aggression, egotism, and the ability to take advantage of the circumstances of the time, all combine to form a dictatorship. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPdictat.wps
How Western European History Shaped its Political Institutions
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This 6 page paper looks at European history and how it has affected Europe as it is known today. An emphasis is placed on politics. Communism is discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA210wst.rtf
Howard Carter’s Contribution to the Development of Archaeology
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A 9 page paper which details the life and work of Howard
Carter, the British archaeologist. Specific reference is made
to the discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamen and the importance
of this excavation in many areas of archaeology and
Egyptology.
Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: JLarch.wps
Humanities: Late Middle Ages
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A 3 page paper which examines various humanities elements as they relate to the Late Middle Ages, demonstrating developments in the world at large. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: RAddu.rtf
I.F. Stone/The Trial of Socrates
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A 7 page research paper that examines Stone's text The Trial of Socrates. In this book, Stone's central question is why did the city of Athens, a city famous for free speech, prosecute and execute a prominent philosopher who was guilty of no other crime then exercising his right to free speech. Stone's answer differs from traditional scholarship. The writer examines Stone's arguments and then discusses them. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: khifssoc.rtf
Impact of Greek Civilization on Western Culture
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A 15 page research paper which examines the contributions made by ancient civilization to Western culture. The writer looks specifically at such Greek contributions as democratic principles, ideas on the importance of the individual, the systematic observation of the natural world, as well as Greek contributions to the fine arts of theatre and sculpture. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: humwestc.wps
Imperialism in the Middle East
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This 10 page paper how and why imperialism took place in the Middle East. The paper covers history form the emergence of written records up to The Treaty of Versailles. This includes the Hellenic conquest of Alexander the Great, the Roman conquest, the Crusades, the Suez Canal and the roles of Spain, France, and Britain. The bibliography cites 6 sources.
Filename: TEMEimpl.rtf
Incas: Ethno Profile
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5 pages in length. The Incan legacy illustrates a people whose ingenuity granted them the capacity to bridge a number of gaps between need and function, not the least of which includes agricultural irrigation and a rudimentary system of record keeping. Indeed, the Incans were a thriving people whose self-sufficiency and dutiful religiosity served to establish them as revolutionaries in the quest for survival. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TLCincaprof.rtf
Indians: Columbus and Smith
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A 3 page paper which compares how Indians are depicted in Christopher Columbus’ Letter from the First Voyage to Luis de Santangel and John Smith’s General History of Virginia, New England and the Summer Isles. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAccjs.rtf
Influence Of First Civilizations On Today
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A 3 page paper that discusses the influence of the Greek and Roman Empires on today's society. Some of the many ideas and practices that have been carried into today's world are discussed. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PG1stciv.rtf
Influence of Geography on History and Development
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This is a 5 page paper discussing geography’s influence on history. Geography has a great impact on history, development, and social, cultural, religious and political affiliations. Historically, regions with geographical advantageous positions, such as those with access to navigable waterways have led other areas in regards to exploration, market economy and development. Geographically, Britain provides an excellent example of the advantages of a land with fertile soil, navigable waterways and a long coastline with natural harbors. This led England to exploration and navigation which in turn led them to other lands which they could develop. Other regions with water access also gained a great deal in trade and exploration. New lands which were developed were also those which were easily accessible, had irritable soil, and navigable waterways. Lands which did not have these geographically preferred features were largely neglected unless they were geophysically blessed with natural resources such as oil or gold. Today geography still plays an essential influence on the historical affiliations of many peoples who despite political, religious or international alliances are still mostly affected with their geographical locale.
Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TJGeoHt1.rtf
Influence of Military Revolution in the Rise of Nation-States
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A 4 page research paper which examines the rise of France, Russia and Prussia as strong nations towards the end of the seventeenth century. The writer argues that this was due to a 'military revolution' in which the military buildup of each nation contributed significantly to its rise. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Milirev.rtf
Institutionalised Social Inequality
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This 4 page paper looks at the shift to institutionalised social inequality in prehistory and the way this occurred along with the changes that were associated with it; including increasingly complex social systems, population density and access to resources and the different styles of leadership. The bibliography cites 19 sources.
Filename: TEinehistr.rtf
Integrating Renaissance Philosophy and Art
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A 3 page paper which examined the
integration of philosophy and art from the Renaissance era. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: RArenint.rt
Ireland's Role in Preserving Classic History
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A 5 page paper discussing
the similarities and differences between Vogt's "Decline of Rome" and Cahill's "How the
Irish Saved Civilization." In many ways, these works describe differing pictures of loyalty -
one to a system in which people lived; the other to a system in which people no longer
needed to live. They also are both about transition. The Roman empire had fallen into an
irreversible, inexorable slide about which it appeared nothing could be done. Neither could
the Europe resulting from Rome's eventual fall do anything about the state in which it found
itself, but Cahill credits Irish monks with ultimately saving Western civilization by recording
Rome's history while also interjecting their own values. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: KSIrelandRome.wps
Ironic Repetitions from the Revolutionary and Napoleonic Eras
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This 3 page paper describes events from the Revolutionary and Napoleonic Eras that seem to have been repeated in more modern times. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: HVdoomed.rtf
Is There Truly a Clash of Civilizations?
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This 3 page paper looks at Samuel P. Huntington's work that says there is, as well as others that provide different theories. This paper has a thesis to contest the notion that there is a true clash. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: SA519cc.rtf
Isabella, She-Wolf of France
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An 8 page essay on the Queen consort of Edward II who, partially in retaliation for his homosexual affairs, led a successful rebellion against him. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Isabella.rtf
Isis, the Egyptian Queen of the Gods
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An 8 page research paper that examines the mythological origins of the Egyptian goddess Isis. The writer looks at what part she played in Egyptian society. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: 99isis.wps
Islam and Its Historic Relationship With Spain
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A 6 page review of the long relationship that has existed between Islam and Spain. This
relationship extends back to medieval times and is, in part, explicatory of the terrorists acts that Islam has recently perpetrated in Spain.
Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPterSpn.rtf
Italian Food/Breads & Dessert
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A 3 page research paper that describes various Italian dishes and their history. The writer focuses on pasta, pizza, and 2 desserts. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khitafod.rtf
Italian Music & Its Development Over a Thousand Years
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An 8 page discussion of Italian music and its key works & figures during various times ranging from the Middle Ages through the Baroque, Renaissance, and 19th & 20th century periods. Many key composers and the significance of their historic contributions are discussed. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Italmusi.wps
Italy
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An eight page paper which looks at various aspects of Italy’s social and political organisation, with reference to the economic disparity between north and south, the effect on the economy of adopting the European single currency, and the ways in which the Italian government has developed in recent years.
Bibliography lists 5 sources
Filename: JLitaly.rtf
J.H. Smith's "Constantine the Great"
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A 5 page paper assessing this book.
Constantine represents a turning point for the Roman Empire on all fronts, but he is most
remembered as being the first Roman ruler to convert to Christianity. The book's author
reveals that Constantine's growth in the Christian faith was a slow and arduous process; he
appears to have struggled with the problem of ego throughout his entire adult life. Smith also
reveals much of Constantine's humanity as well as his apparent beliefs that he should be
counted among the Apostles. While making extensive commentary of his own, he includes
several official documents authored by Constantine and distributed to the Empire, allowing the
reader opportunity to arrive at his own decisions as well. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: KSConstGrt.wps
Jacob Burckhardt’s Views on “The Fall of the Humanists in the Sixteenth Century”
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This is a 5 page paper discussing Jacob Burckhardt’s “The Fall of the Humanists in the Sixteenth Century”. Jacob Burckhardt’s writings on “The Fall of the Humanists in the Sixteenth Century” in part III of his work “The Civilization of the Renaissance in Italy” discusses how the humanist movement away from the affiliation between the church and the state back toward the traditional positive views of man introduced by the ancient Greeks and Romans offered a progressive and excessive view of society which was eventually not well accepted and which led to the downfall of the humanists. While Burckhardt generally did not believe that accelerated movements in history were good for society, other modern scholars and critics believe that this perspective of Burckhardt’s may actually have been a reflection of the excesses he was witnessing in 19th century Europe. While those who believed in the importance of the functioning of the church and the state supported Burckhardt’s views, others advocated that the humanist movement actually developed a sense of liberalism and the equality of man considered an essential element in today’s democratic societies.
Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TJBurck1.rtf