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Luther and Calvin/A Comparison »

Number of pages 20

A 20 page research paper that compares the religious beliefs of Reformation thinkers Martin Luther and John Calvin. The Protestant Reformation engulfed the medieval world in the early sixteenth century, breaking apart the familiar paradigms and recasting both the religious and political map of Europe. It was, without a doubt, a decisive moment in the ... View Full Description
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A Proposal for Additional Archaeological Excavation in Jerusalem »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page contention that the modern era of the nineteenth and twentieth century have by many accounts waged more damage on Jerusalem than the city has incurred at any point in her pre-modern history. Much of this damage relates to the perception of the religious importance of the city. It is an ... View Full Description
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The God Question Today »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page paper that addresses these questions: is it possible to have religious faith today in a scientific and technological society? What is the evidence for and against belief in God? What is the future of belief/religion? The writer responds by briefly citing two books, "8 Spiritual Heroes" and "God, the Oldest Question." The ... View Full Description
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The Mayans And Incas: Cultural Description And Impact Upon America »

Number of pages 4

4 pages in length. The writer discusses political, religious and cultural aspects of Mayan and Incan history. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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African American Religious Beliefs On Death And Dying »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper discusses religious beliefs and cultural customs regarding death and dying among the African American population. First, it would be wrong to lump all African Americans together and assume they all share the same religious and cultural beliefs and use the same procedures when it comes to death and dying. That ... View Full Description
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George Bernard Shaw’s “Saint Joan” »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page report discusses George Bernard Shaw’s play “Saint Joan.” There are those literary critics and historians who see it as primarily an allegory for the reconstruction of post-World War I France. Others see it as being related almost exclusively to the issue of Irish nationalism and the relationship between that nation’s Protestants and ... View Full Description
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Richard Wright's "Black Boy" And James Baldwin's "Go Tell It On The Mountain": Family, Religious Faith And Survival »

Number of pages 11

11 pages in length. Richard Wright's Black Boy and James Baldwin's Go Tell It on the Mountain critically apply the themes of family, religious faith and survival in such a way that readers are left pondering whether or not these particular elements are truly reflective of each story's respective characters or if, rather, they ... View Full Description
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Private Policing: UK And US »

Number of pages 10

10 pages in length. The extent of private policing has grown so much in recent years in both England and the US that it will not be long before there is little need for public police institutions. When one considers the extent to which criminal activity far outweighs law enforcement's ability to maintain ... View Full Description
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Water Quality in the UK: The Impact of the European Union »

Number of pages 12

A 12 page overview of the myriad of considerations which have gone into revising water quality laws in the United Kingdom. Given the close ties between EU directive and UK law, it becomes impossible to understand the latter without considering the former. Unfortunately, EU policies in themselves have not enjoyed tremendous success in ... View Full Description
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Lawyer Malpractice And Lawyer Malpractice Insurance »

Number of pages 20

20 pages in length. Although one might duly expect one's lawyer to be forthright and principled in his/her approach to law, this is unfortunately not always the case. Sometimes unintentionally negligent while other times malicious in intent, attorneys are fallible human beings like everyone else in all other sectors of commerce; just because ... View Full Description
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Venetian Art and the Renaissance »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page discussion of the changes experienced in Venetian art during the Renaissance. Although much of Venetian art conformed to the strict religious theme imposed by the Church during this period, Venice's geographic location allowed a certain latitude and resulted in the evolution of distinctive art style. Bibliography lists 8 sources. View Full Description
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Marine Pollution and the Law; The Problem of Operational Discharges »

Number of pages 34

This 34 page paper considers the way in which international law seeks to control oil pollution. The writer considers the background of the situation, such as the current condition of the shipping industry with the different pressures that have been placed upon it, such as the economic pressures. With this background the development of marine ... View Full Description
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Is More Security Worth Less Privacy »

Number of pages 14

A 14 page paper. Cybercrime is increasing every year. The costs are staggering, as much as hundreds of millions of dollars each year plus the cost to human dignity and morale. The crooks have had more tools to use than our law enforcement agencies and law enforcement has been consistently thwarted in their attempts ... View Full Description
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New Laws In The Wake Of September 11, 2001 »

Number of pages 10

A 10 page paper. Americans have enjoyed a degree of freedom few, if any, other countries enjoy. Yet, it was that freedom that was at least partially responsible for the horrific events of September 11, 2001. In wake of the Attack on America, new laws have been passed that give far more freedom to different ... View Full Description
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Family Education Rights And Privacy Act (FERPA) »

Number of pages 11

An 11 page paper. The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974 is intended to protect the rights and privacy of students and their families. More specifically, this federal law protects the student's school records. The law covers both paper and computerized records. This paper outlines and discusses the provisions of FERPA, ... View Full Description
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Changes In American Hotel Industry »

Number of pages 21

A 21 page research paper that is divided into two distinct parts: Part 1 discusses a history of American Labor Law and Part 2 discusses the Changes in the Labor Market. An overview of the major labor laws that would be applicable to the hotel and hospitality industry is provided beginning with the Fair ... View Full Description
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Greek Law »

Number of pages 8

8 pages in length. Greek law evolved as a necessary means by which to regulate society's behavior. What had up until then been left up to the whims of each individual to handle on his own was now a product of fair and sensible legal procedure. It can be argued that there was, ... View Full Description
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IT Forensics: Digital Evidence »

Number of pages 5

5 pages in length. The article entitled "Computer Forensics" by Peter Sommer delves deeply into the advantage law enforcement officials have in the ongoing pursuit of apprehending cyber criminals. Discussing each component of IT forensics in a comprehensive yet understandable manner, the author provides a beginning-to-end overview of why computer forensics has become ... View Full Description
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Thoreau and Civil Disobedience »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page essay that defends Thoreau’s position in his essay “Civil Disobedience.” Thoreau argued against adhering to the dictates of any society or obeying any law simply because it is a law. Rather than blindly accepting the authority of the state, Thoreau felt that people were obligated to obey a higher law, one that ... View Full Description
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History Of The Miranda Law »

Number of pages 8

8 pages in length. The law, an ever-evolving concept, must uphold the rights of those it seeks to serve. Whether alleged offender or victim, the legal process is in place as a means by which to advocate the equity inherent to a civilized society. The Supreme Court has been an instrumental force ... View Full Description
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The Debate about Predatory Lending Laws »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper examines predatory lending laws and the debate about impending legislation. Should state law rule or should a federal law supersede them? Each side of the issue is explored. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Israel/Lebanon Crisis »

Number of pages 14

A 14 page research paper that summarizes and analyzes the current Middle East crisis between the Israelis, the Arabs and the Palestinians. The writer discusses the historical background to this conflict and then relates this to the 2006 conflict, in relation to international law. As Israelis, the Palestinians, and the Lebanese Hizballah battle, the rest ... View Full Description
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Historical View/Social Justice Issues »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page research paper that analyzes three issues that the writer considers of significant importance. This analysis pertains to groups that have historically been marginalized within the framework of society and the criminal justice system. First of all, the US has a history of persecution against citizens of African American descent. Likewise, historically, violence ... View Full Description
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Employee Drug Testing: Necessity or Violation of Privacy? »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page overview of the issues surrounding mandatory drug testing in certain occupations. This paper reviews several of the laws pertaining to the issue, concluding that the federal law allowing drug testing for those in critical positions in defense and transportation is necessary. Equally necessary, however, is mandatory testing in the medical ... View Full Description
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Civil Rights History & Its Relevancy »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page research paper that sums up the state of racism in America during the Civil Rights movement and today. Presumably the United States is a pluralistic country made up many races and ethnic origins, wherein all citizens enjoy equal rights under the law. Conservative Republicans, arguing for the dismantling of Affirmative Action laws, ... View Full Description
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Cicero/The Republic and The Laws »

Number of pages 7

A 7 page book review that addresses Cicero's The Republic and The Laws. Cicero's The Republic can be viewed as the "culmination of pagan thinking" regarding political theory and, specifically, the organization of the Roman state (Powell x). Then, in its sequel, The Laws, Cicero expounds on the doctrine of Natural Law, setting out an ... View Full Description
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A Case of Loss »

Number of pages 14

This 14 page paper looks at a case study supplied by the student and gives advise to a client; Tony, according to English law. Tony has been very unlucky. Firstly he is pursued to allow his flat to be used as security for his employers business loan. He believes this to be for a period ... View Full Description
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Contract Law; Privity and the Rights of Third Parties »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper discusses the following statement " by the end of the 1990's the doctrine of privity had few friends, at least that part of it which prevented third parties suing to obtain the benefit which the contracting parties had agreed to confer on them. There were four principle criticisms levelled against the ... View Full Description
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Free Movements of Goods and Labour in the EU »

Number of pages 12

This 12 page looks at different issues of free movement under EU law. There are three sections, The first considers a case where a law has been passed banning the importation of some goods into the UK with the justification used by the UK government of health reasons. This is considered with reference to article ... View Full Description
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Contract Law »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper answers at two UK contract law questions. The first is a situation where an offer is made by letter, and accepted by letter. Before the acceptance is received there is the attempt to revoke the offer. This question concerns the requirements for a valid contract to exist and the application of ... View Full Description
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Economic Effects of the California Family Rights Act »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page paper assessing one economic effect of SB 1661, the California Family Rights Act (CFRA). The California law extends the federal Family Medical Leave Act that allows workers to take off up to 12 weeks from work for any reason included in the law. The California extension guarantees that the worker ... View Full Description
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The Qur'an : Its Origin and Translations »

Number of pages 9

This 9 page paper examines the religious document for authenticity. Its history is traced as well as the various translations that have come under scrutiny in recent times. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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Mary Queen of Scots as a threat to the English throne »

Number of pages 12

A paper which looks at the extent to which Mary Stuart presented a credible threat to the English throne, with reference to her upbringing, her religious affiliations, and her lack of political acumen in comparison to Elizabeth. Bibliography lists 2 sources View Full Description
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Dante/Inferno, Canto II »

Number of pages 12

A 12 page research paper/essay that examines the beginning of Dante's Inferno, with particular focus on Canto II and how Dante uses the symbolism of three as a unifying device that serves to emphasize the religious message that forms the main thrust of the poem. The writer discusses the symbolism of the three beasts ... View Full Description
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The Origins of the French Revolution: »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper examines the many divergent causes of the French Revolution, stressing the variety of causes that perpetuated the eventual revolution. More specifically, this paper discusses many of the political, social, intellectual, and religious concerns that formed the origins of the French Revolution. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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The Problem With Cloning and Stem Cell Research »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper examines the controversial debate regarding human cloning and stem cell research. Some religious arguments are made, but scientific and secular ethical dilemmas are discussed as well. Both sides of the issue are carefully examined. Bibliography lists 10 sources. View Full Description
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Defining Community and Aggregate »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page paper differentiating between these two terms and then identifying one to study (the elderly). The community can be defined by any number of characteristics used for grouping individuals. These characteristics can include geography, relationships, cultural bonds, economic condition and religious beliefs. An aggregate is any subgroup of a defined ... View Full Description
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The Relation Between Religion And Science In The Scientific Revolution »

Number of pages 5

5 pages in length. The writer discusses how Copernicus and Galileo were condemned for asserting that anything could carry more weight than religious thought. That religion and science were at significant odds is certainly an understatement; it was only a matter of time before Copernicus' 1543 publication of On the Revolution of the ... View Full Description
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The Internal and External Challenges of the Arab World When Facing Globalization: »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper examines the problems and challenges that confront the Arab world in regards to globalization. More specifically, this paper highlights the desire of the Arab world to maintain its political, religious, social and cultural identity while simultaneously coexisting with the values of globalization. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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The Creation of a Muslim State »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper delves into the process of building nations which are either liberal democracies or religious in nature. The problem with creating a Muslim state in this day and age is explored. Bibliography lists 1 source. View Full Description
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Alfred and education in England »

Number of pages 6

A paper which looks at the influence which Alfred the Great had on educational provision in England, after the Viking raids on religious centres destroyed the education network during the Dark Ages. Bibliography lists 2 sources View Full Description
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Why Same Sex Marriage Should Not Be Sanctioned »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper touches on arguments for and against gay marriage but highlights arguments against the practice. The paper takes the position that gay marriage should not be legalized for social and religious reasons. Homosexuality as deviance is discussed as well as insights into reasons for the variant in human sexuality. ... View Full Description
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Boundary Problems and the Therapeutic Relationship »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page exploration of boundaries in the therapeutic setting. Boundary issues revolve around conflicts between the completion of professional duties and social, sexual, religious, or business relationships. Boundaries are a necessary component of the therapeutic environment for both the professional and the patient. When overstepped, patient health and well-being are compromised. ... View Full Description
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West Side Story: Theatre as Social Change »

Number of pages 20

A 20 page paper which provides a global view of West Side Story from historical, social, cultural, political and religious perspectives. In addition, it examines the work’s effect on American society; its current social significance; the social change that has been brought through this creative effort by the playwright, composers, director, actors, choreographer, singers, ... View Full Description
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African-American Childrearing Practices In The 21st Century »

Number of pages 4

4 pages in length. With adversity serving as the cornerstone of their social, cultural, political and religious existence, African-Americans reflect a people who have long fought to survive against racial discord. Doing so has infused within them a strong sense of self and determination that continues to be passed down through generation after ... View Full Description
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What is Philosophy? »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper probes the definition of philosophy and how it should be used in life. Examples from Descartes' philosophy are provided. The concept of philosophy and its usefulness are discussed in the context of society, its norms and religious values. View Full Description
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CHURCH, STATE AND SEPARATION »

Number of pages 6

This 6-page paper focuses on questions regarding religious tolerance and church-state issues. Specifically, the paper questions if some religions are more tolerant of democracy than others, and if there is such thing as church in a liberal democratic government. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Redemption: Benjamin v. Freud »

Number of pages 6

Walter Benjamin, writing on Kafka and the concept of redemption in modernity, relates how redemption is premised on the past. Freud turns our attention to science as the only provable, explanatory form of redemption available, and that redemption resides in the psyche of the individual. He scoffs at the concept of a religious form of ... View Full Description
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Emily Dickinson's Views on God: »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper examines the divergent religious influences in Emily Dickinson's life and how those influences are expressed within her poetry. This paper specifically highlights the combatting Puritan and transcendental beliefs that pervaded her work. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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A COMPARISON OF CAMPIN’S ‘THE ANNUNCIATION’ AND ‘HOLY TRINITY’ BY MASSCCIO »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper compares and contrasts Campin's Annunciation to Massccio's Holy Trinity. Examples given. Style, content, religious symbolism analyzed. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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