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An Overview of the Philosophy of Krishnamurti »

Number of pages 7

This is a 7 page paper that provides an overview of the philosophy of Jiddu Krishnamurti. Comparisons are made to typical Western tenets of philosophy. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Study Of Crime »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper discusses the study of crime, criminal careers, and the philosophy of punishment. The writer reports some of the different approaches to studying crime; what criminal careers mean, and four philosophies of punishment. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Nursing Philosophy »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page research paper/essay discusses the parameters of nursing philosophy, as related to the nursing philosophy of the Jacksonville University School of Nursing and the four nursing metaparadigms of Person, Environment, Health and Nursing. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Blut und Eisen Today and Yesterday »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper considers the philosophy of “blood and iron” as it was employed by Otto von Bismarck in German unification. Parallels are drawn between that philosophy as employed then and US involvement in Afghanistan and Iraq. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Leadership Philosophies »

Number of pages 6

A 6 page paper. Leaders will develop their philosophy based on knowledge, experiences, personal values, personality, and on other beliefs. This paper reports some of the generic types of philosophies of leadership. The writer discusses two research studies to illustrate how leadership affects followers. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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Montessori Relationship Between Discipline And Obedience »

Number of pages 6

A 6 page paper that begins by defining and explaining discipline and obedience according to the Montessori philosophy. The paper comments on the materials, creating a favorable and prepared environment, freedom and independence, ground rules, mixed ages and other aspects of the Montessori philosophy. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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Supervision Of A Successful School »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page paper that is based on information provided by the student. The first part of the essay discusses effective versus successful schools, asking if there is a difference. The ideas of different authors regarding what an effective school is are reported. The next part discusses the writer's educational philosophy based on a ... View Full Description
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U.S. Isolationism »

Number of pages 10

This 12 page paper discusses the philosophy of US isolationism as it has evolved over time. The author contends that this philosophy was already eroding with the Spanish American war and our entry into World War I marked a particularly critical turning point in how we viewed ourselves in relation to the rest ... View Full Description
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Dickens/Utilitarianism & Hard Times »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page essay that discusses how Charles Dickens, in his novel Hard Times, specifically attacks the philosophy of utilitarianism, which is a nineteenth century system of morality. The writer argues that he particularly focuses on the negative effects of utilitarian philosophy in regards to the family and the education of children through his description ... View Full Description
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Buddhism and Utilitarianism »

Number of pages 8

An 8 page research paper that answers questions about Buddhism and the Utilitarian philosophy of John Stuart Mill. These answers serve to outline the fundamental precepts of each philosophy and personal evaluations of each are offered by the writer. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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Personal Philosophy Of Leadership »

Number of pages 6

A 6 page paper that is written from the student's perspective. The first part reports a brief synopsis of an interview with a leader. The next part discusses the writer's personal philosophy of leadership and connects this to specific theories. The writer also comments on how in sync the interviewee's and the writer's philosophies are ... View Full Description
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Comparing and Contrasting Freud and Bergson:q »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper discusses the philosophies of Sigmund Freud and his concept of the ego and Id and Henri Bergson and his philosophy of Creative Evolution. This paper asks and answers the question, "Were the irrationalists all that irrational?" Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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GANDHI’S LEGACY »

Number of pages 9

This 9 page essay discusses the work of three authors influenced by Mahatma Gandhi and his philosophy of non-violence and civic activism. Urvashi Butalia, Dennis Dalton, and Raja Rao's books are reviewed and discussed from the perspective of Gandhi's philosophy on their work and writing. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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REALISM VERSUS ANTIREALISM IN PHILOSOPHIES OF SCIENCE »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper discusses the diverging philosophies of realism/antirealism in the sciences. The philosophies of Descartes and Bacon are exampled with quotes and citations given from both. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Thomas Kuhn »

Number of pages 5

5 pages in length. Thomas Kuhn is undoubtedly the most influential figure in the philosophy of science in the second half of the twentieth century. Examining his perspective as to how scientific theories emerge, develop and demise over time, the student will want to discuss two critical points to Kuhn's philosophy: 1) different ... View Full Description
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Ethical Values in Nursing »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page paper discussing whether it is possible to teach ethics and ethical values in nursing. The answer is a resounding yes, of course. In support of that position, the paper discusses the philosophies of Kant, Mill and Rawls. While Kant and Mill (the categorical imperative and “the greater good”) provide ... View Full Description
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The Philosophy of Time »

Number of pages 7

7 pages. The philosophy of time has been under debate since the day of Aristotle. Two articles in The Scientific American that deal with time are discussed in this paper and try to explain time in terms of both physics and philosophy. This is an intriguing paper that will pose many questions. ... View Full Description
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Religion and philosophy questions »

Number of pages 5

A five page paper which explains in basic terms some concepts of religion and philosophy such as the difference between Plato's forms and Aristotle's universals, Aquinas's doctrines and the impact of the scientific revolution on philosophy. View Full Description
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“THE STRANGER,” CAMUS, KANT AND MARX »

Number of pages 5

This paper compares Camus' philosophy, as demonstrated in "The Stranger," with the philosophies of Karl Marx and Immanuel Kant. Also included in this paper is a plot description and an explation of what the title means. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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PLATO’S ALLEGORY OF THE CAVE AND MORE »

Number of pages 15

This 15 page paper gives an in depth analysis of Plato's Allegory of the Cave, including symbolism and theme. Aristotle's philosophy on knowledeg and reason are contrasted and compared with Plato. Other philosophical questions pertaining to Aquinas' ideas of faith anre reason, Descarte's philosophy of doubt, and Aristotle's defense of incontinence are exampled, cited, quoted ... View Full Description
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Plato & Descartes/On Philosophy »

Number of pages 8

An 8 page research paper that examines how Plato and Rene Descartes conceived of the activity of philosophy. The writer argues that both philosophers considered the principal activity of philosophy to be a contemplation on the nature of reality, the role of humanity, and the relationship to the divine, including the immorality of the soul. ... View Full Description
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Marks and Spencer; A Marketing Audit »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper looks at the marketing philosophy of marks and Spencer's, how it has development and the way in which the actual campaigns relate to marketing theory. The writer also considers the problems and successes of the new marketing philosophy of the company. The bibliography cites 9 sources. View Full Description
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Comparisons of East - West Political Ideologies »

Number of pages 8

An 8 page paper comparing Western liberalism to the Islamic philosophies of Sayyid Qutb and Yusuf al-Qaradawi. These two clerics have had immense influence in the formation of the political ideologies of Islam. Sayyid Qutb is said to have exerted great influence over Osama bin Laden. The purpose here is to compare ... View Full Description
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“Friday Night Lights : A Town, a Team, a Dream”: A Review of the Book by H.G. Bissinger »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page discussion of the underlying philosophy of win-win at any costs which author Bissinger exposes has resulted in significant social problems in Odessa Texas, the home of the Permian Panthers. At the same time, however, this philosophy is not unique to Odessa. It permeates high school sports across the nation and ... View Full Description
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Plato and John Locke -- A Comparison »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page report discusses the thought and writing of Plato and John Locke. The philosophy of both men has influenced the development of many of the aspects of the modern world. Ideas about democracy, enlightenment, self-awareness, and social order, as well as many other areas of profound importance in society, were founded on the ... View Full Description
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Philosophy of Nursing »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper provides an overview of a nursing philosophy, based on the application of the perspectives of Jean Watson and Betty Newman. This paper demonstrates the integration of the theoretical and practical in the development of a nursing philosophy. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Hare Krishna: Their History, Purpose And Eventual Maturation »

Number of pages 10

10 pages in length. There exist a great many philosophies by which people live their lives that help maintain order and a sense of direction that otherwise would merely drift in subconscious thought. One particular philosophy that has not set well with mainstream society is that of Hare Krishna, which partakes of the ... View Full Description
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Fichte's Vocation Of Man »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page research paper that examines how the philosophy of Fichte built on that of Kant to form the foundations for the philosophical school of absolute idealism. This analysis of his book The Vocation of Man gives an overview of his philosophy. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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Coleridge vs. Wordsworth / Philosophy vs. Imagination »

Number of pages 8

An 8 page paper comparing and contrasting the styles and philosophies of these two early nineteenth-century poets. The paper uses as examples Wordsworth's 'Ode on the Intimations of Immortality from Recollections of Early Childhood' and Coleridge's 'Rime of the Ancient Mariner' , and concludes that whereas Wordsworth's poetry is philosophy in verse, Coleridge gives us ... View Full Description
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René Descartes Philosophy of Dualism »

Number of pages 7

A 7 page paper which examines the distinction between the mind and body which provides the foundation for René Descartes’ dualism philosophy as discussed in his treatise, 'Meditations on the First Philosophy,' and in his correspondence with Princess Elizabeth of Bohemia. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Herbert Aptheker/ Views on Marxism »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page discussion of the opinions voiced by Herbert Aptheker in his 1967 book 'The Nature of Democracy, Freedom and Revolution.' The writer argues that by contrasting Marxist philosophy against 'bourgeois' democracy and revolution, Aptheker offers a perspective on history and political philosophy that is truly intriguing, if somewhat dated in his conclusions. No ... View Full Description
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The Relationship between Law and Nature in Shakespeare’s “Measure for Measure” »

Number of pages 5

This is a 5 page paper discussing the relationship between law and nature in Shakespeare’s “Measure for Measure”. William Shakespeare’s play “Measure for Measure” examines the constantly shifting relationship between law and nature within the setting of Vienna. The law that no man must lay with a woman who is not his wife had long ... View Full Description
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Team Production Theory and English Corporate Law »

Number of pages 14

This 14 page paper examines to what extent Team Production Theory can be seen to offer an accurate account of English company law. Comparison is made with US law where this model has been developed and seen as applicable in the ongoing development of corporate governance. The paper explains what is meant by Team Production ... View Full Description
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Usury Laws - General And North Carolina »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper explains and discusses usury laws. There is no federal law specifying maximum interest rates and fees for credit. Congress believed the Truth in Lending Act would provide sufficient protection for debtors. That is not true. This essay reports the number of states with and without usury laws and then provides the ... View Full Description
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Renewal of Leases in England and Scotland »

Number of pages 10

A Comparison of the Law This 10 page paper examines both English and Scottish law regarding the renewal of commercial leases, looking at the similarities and the differences as well as the principles that underlie the various laws. The bibliography cites 7 sources. View Full Description
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Sophocles/Antigone »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page research paper that examines the conflict between Antigone and Creon, which is whose law should take precedence, humanity's law or divine law. Citing the opinions of Creon's son, the chorus, and the people of Thebes, the writer argues that Sophocles clearly sides with Antigone. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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The Impact of the UK Commercial Agents Regulations 1993 »

Number of pages 16

This 16 page paper examines the impact of the UK Commercial Agents Regulations 1993 brought in as a result of the E. C. Council Directive 86/653. The paper discusses how these regulations fitted in with existing law, what the changes where, areas of ambiguity and concludes by determining if these regulations are sufficient to ... View Full Description
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Is International Law Built on Political and Economic Foundations? »

Number of pages 14

This 14 page paper considers international law and why it exists. The paper argues that the law exists only as a result of agreement and the choice to comply, which in turn can be seen as motivated by political and economic factors. Examples are given and the different theories regarding the existence and influences ... View Full Description
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Examples of British Influence on the American Justice System »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper gives three examples of English laws that have influenced the US justice system. The laws considered are the right to trial by jury, the principle of double jeopardy and the right to silence. The paper also considers the status of these historical laws in the UK today. The bibliography cites 8 ... View Full Description
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The Need for Corporate Law Reform; Company Groups »

Number of pages 3

The 2001 white paper modernising English company law contained no reference to any need to reform the law of group corporate activity. This 3 page discusses this with particular reference to the treatment of groups as a single entity also with the single economic unit argument. The paper considers the position and the role of ... View Full Description
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Common Law in England; The Impact of the Magna Carta and Developments During the Tudors »

Number of pages 9

English common law has developed over a long period of time. This 9 page paper consider the impact that the Magna Carta and the changes during the Tudor period have had on common law. The paper looks at the position before these events and how they changed the view and use of common law. The ... View Full Description
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Crime and Punishment in England 1800 - 1850 »

Number of pages 16

This 16 page paper considers hat does criminal law history before 1850 tells us about the processes of change in the law and legal institutions. The paper looks at the period 1800 – 1850 and examines four areas of law and the justice system; capital and corporal punishment including the “Bloody Code”; imprisonment and transportation ... View Full Description
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California Law Relating to Food Contamination »

Number of pages 6

A 6 page discussion of California law as it relates to food contamination. The author outlines a fictional case involving contaminated ice cream, a case in which tort law is probably more applicable than food contamination laws. An analysis is presented regarding the burden of proof facing the plaintiff in regard to proving ... View Full Description
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Doctors and Confidentiality in the UK »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper looks at health law in the UK and the issue of confidentiality. It is usually assumed the patient has a right to privacy however there are many different circumstances under which this assumed automatic right of confidentiality will be breached. This paper considers a range of these circumstances and examines them ... View Full Description
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The Role of Law and Order »

Number of pages 9

This 9 page paper looks at the role of law and order in society. The paper starts by considering the purpose of law and order policies, the paper then looks at issues of accountability and how these relate to the law in UK, incldung the mechanisms to hold the police to account. The bibliography cites ... View Full Description
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The Flexibility of the Law of Equity »

Number of pages 8

The law of equity developed to fill a gap left by common and statute law. The model was on of flexibility in order to be able to deliver equity. This 8 page paper considers how equity law is able to retain some level of flexibility in today’s legal environment despite pressures to formalise and adhere ... View Full Description
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Adoption, Special Guardianship and Residency Orders »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper looks at adoption, special guardianship and residency orders, what they are, how they are made and their characteristics, with reference to both statue law and case law. The paper refers to English law. The bibliography cites 5 sources. View Full Description
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Is there an Inherent Bias towards Employers in Unfair Dismissal Law? »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper looks at the concept of unfair dismissal under English law and how it is applied in order to asses if there is a bias towards the employers. The paper considers the way the law was introduced, recent legislation and numerous cases to consider how the law may favour employers and employees ... View Full Description
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Adverse Possession; Incompatible with the European Convention for Human Rights? »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper discusses the statement “Whilst in theory the law of adverse possession fulfils many useful purposes, the practical effect of the law is to breach the European Convention on Human Rights”. The bibliography cites 4 sources. The paper is written with reference to English law. View Full Description
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Law and Government in Precontact Native America »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page discussion of dichotomy that existed between precontact law and government in Native America and law and government as it was viewed by Europeans. The author contrasts natural law and legal positivism. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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