Murdering the past: Influence and immortality in the writings of Edgar Allan Poe

Philosophy & literature   |   Literature   |   Term papers   |   10/01/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «On first reading, the majority of Edgar Allan Poe's short stories are concerned with death in a variety of different forms. Whether Poe is describing murder, the fear of being killed, characters previously deceased who return to life, or those who...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Poe's writing process. Wide selection of Poe's works. The narrator's external actions. The spectrum of morality. The duplication and mimicry . The problems of conformity and influence. Dupin's revelation . The harsh...»

The personal universal: Pronouns and identity in Emerson's 'Self-Reliance'

Philosophy & literature   |   Literature   |   Term papers   |   10/01/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Ralph Emerson's individualist essay, "Self-Reliance", is an open forum of what is necessary to be independent and skeptical of the ideas of others. Emerson seems obsessed with what truly defines the character of a man, but this obsession seems to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Olaf Hansen's analysis of Emerson's essay. Emerson's technique of the 'disruptive argument'. Specific arrangements of pronouns. Emerson's persuasiveness in 'Self-Reliance' . Imitation of the language of the Bible. Playing off a...»

Problem solution: Riordan manufacturing

Business & market   |   Management   |   Term papers   |   10/01/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «In order for a comparison of gauging present performance with expected future performance, Riordan Manufacturing must assess the process ascertaining the discrepancy between business demands and present potentialities. As a manufacturing leader in...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Situation analysis. Issue and opportunity identification. Stakeholder perspectives/ethical dilemmas. Alternative situations. Analysis of alternative solutions. Risk assessment and mitigation techniques. Optimal situation. Gap...»

Anorexia Nervosa is really not about food at all: A confirmed condition of negativity that is not bound by culture - A cross cultural analysis

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Term papers   |   10/01/2009   |   .doc   |   15 pages
Document abstract : «Anorexia nervosa/bulimia is really not about food at all. This condition is one that is a manifestation of something much deeper. And we are wrong to view anorexia nervosa/bulimia as a disease. While the thoughts of Mr. DiNicola are common today,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Early history: Back to the middle ages. Religion. Diet diseases strike black women . The nineteenth century history. Family role. Lasegue and Gull: Pioneers. Early familial...»

Generic strategy and technology to create business opportunities for Kudler

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   10/01/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Technology has revolutionized and created business opportunities for Kudler Fine Foods. Strategic information systems along with schemes that support or provide business reorganization have assisted the gourmet business to grab opportunities...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The ready-to-use product proves . Processing techniques . Kudler's cash register software . The technological implementation . Cost advantage and differentiation. The gourmet grocer industry for changes in its target segment and...»

Operations management: Kudler fine foods contracts organic produce growers

Business & market   |   Management   |   Term papers   |   10/01/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «What makes-up the core of the American gourmet marketing business reflects various traditional European foods. Kudler Fine Foods excels in this burgeoning scene of artisans. Kudler Fine Foods' great cheeses, meats, condiments, bakery, produce,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The art of specialty-food preparation . Attraction of customers. Contracts with local organic growers . Business operations at Kudler . Total quality management . High-level of traceability . Conclusion. Refere...»

Comprehensive report on global staffing strategies: China

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Term papers   |   10/01/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Substantial challenges exist in identifying and recruiting the right high tech telecommunications staffing talent in the Chinese market. In fact the need for high tech telecommunication leadership talent, for example, has produced a staffing gap in...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Association of the company's objectives with the concept of globalization. Recruiting and staffing: Challenges. The Chinese attitude towards work. China's world trade organization . Establishing loyalty and bonding between both...»

One brain two languages: The advantages and disadvantages of bilingualism

Social studies   |   Sociology   |   Term papers   |   10/05/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Language is such a vital part of our existence. We are confronted daily with language through interaction with others and within ourselves through our own inner dialogue. On the whole scientific inquiry and analysis utilizes language in...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Defining bilingualism. Bilingualism and cognition . Positive evidence surrounding bilingualism . Circumstances that gives rise to bilingualism . Conclusion. References....»

McDonaldization: Old wine new bottles

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   10/05/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «The ubiquitous golden arches of McDonalds are recognizable worldwide and for many represent the pillars of democracy and free enterprise of America. However, in recent times, much infamy has fastened itself to the McDonalds Corporation and other...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Weber: Theory of rationalization. Rationalization: Super sized. Ritzer's theory of McDonaldization . The principles of fast food . The process of rationalization . Conclusion. Reference....»

How can we define 'abnormal behavior'? Discuss and evaluate how views on abnormal behavior have changed over time

Social studies   |   Psychology   |   Term papers   |   10/05/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Throughout the history of man, there have always been individuals behaving against the current by acting or believing in so-called strange and outlandish ways. Some may view this as eccentricity or down right bizarre. Others may perceive this as...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Progressing views of abnormal behavior. The concept of 'abnormal behavior'. The somatogenic model of abnormality . The second theoretical branch of the bio-medical model . Defining abnormality. Concl...»

Gap analysis: Global communications

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   10/05/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Global Communications failed to involve vital stakeholders in the direction of a plan for success with the company's future. The troubled company did not veritably discuss the concerns in advance with the Union. The company ignored the concerns...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Situation analysis. Issue and opportunity identification. Stakeholder perspectives/ethical dilemma. End-state vision. Gap analysis. Conclusion. References. Appendices....»

Cash management

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   10/05/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Similar to the absence of water to anything living, the absence of cash to the business means death-slow, torturous, physically painful, and mentally agonizing" (Managing, 2003, p.1). A flourishing business rests on sound cash management techniques...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Cash management record-keeping system. Importance of cash. The financial future of an organization . Importance of credit cards and lines. Factoring . Conclusion. References....»

Problem solution: Global communications

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   10/05/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «The ability of the people to coordinate their individual work effort toward a common goal is paramount for Global Communications. To settle issues in order to make the right decision all possible motives must be considered. The COMPANY must...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Situation analysis. Issue and opportunity identification. Stakeholder perspectives/ethical dilemmas . The problem. Alternative solutions. Analysis of alternative solutions. Risk assessment and mitigation techniques. Optimal...»

Companies clearing transition from public to private: Confront high degree of risk

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   10/05/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «All companies clearing the transition from private to public confront a high degree of risk. A solid organizational structure, firm transitional leadership, and effective communication play a predominant role in the changeover. Organizational...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Analysis of gene one's concept applications. Genetech. Cleveland BioLabs, Inc. First Choice Airways. Allstate. Kentucky Fried Chicken. El Pollo Loco. Conclusion. References....»

Understanding epidemiological transition

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   10/07/2009   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : «The epidemiological transition, also referred to as the health and mortality transition in our text book, is the change from deaths occurring at young ages because of communicable diseases (or infectious diseases) to deaths occurring at old ages...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The conditions in the US. The conditions in the European countries. Economical advancement and epidemiological transitions. Conclusion. Works cited....»

The role of private equity firms as an alternative investment model in the Middle East and globally

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Research papers   |   10/07/2009   |   .doc   |   27 pages
Document abstract : «The global economic reality has witnessed a recent international increase in the private equity markets. This fact has brought up many concerns as to whether this will have a positive or negative outcome (Financial Services Authority, 2006). This...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract. Introduction. Private equity: Process and models. Venture capital in private equity. Buyouts. Other models used on an international scale. Due diligence. Islamic finance and private equity. Emerging markets private equity fundraising by...»

Descartes' views on mind, body and substance dualism

Philosophy & literature   |   Humanities/philosophy   |   Term papers   |   10/07/2009   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : «French philosopher Descartes makes it very clear, when making the comparison between body and mind, two substances which he calls the 'thinking thing' (res cogitans) and the 'extended thing' (res extensa), that these two parts of the human...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Mind as mental substance. Method of conceiving the mind and body . The faculty of imagination . Differing essences of the mind and body. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

Teacher empathy and its impact on bullying in schools

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   10/07/2009   |   .doc   |   23 pages
Document abstract : «Bullying has been a difficult term to define, particularly before state legislatures began to define bullying in precise language for the purpose of law-making. Oftentimes, it was left up to teachers, or individual students, to express their own...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction and summary. Bullying as it pertains to school-aged children: An overview. Bullying defined. Prevalence of bullying: A statistical overview. The attitude of the youth in the US. The U.S. school system. Analysis of the study conducted by...»

Cross-culture aspects of play and childhood development models

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   10/07/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «Piaget (1962) described play as imitating and practicing behaviors, oftentimes associated with symbolic . Play happens through the assimilation of facts, events or behaviors, or through the distortion of reality, in order to put reality back...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Defining play. Piaget's view. Fein's view. Cultural aspects of play: Do different cultures 'play' differently? . Cultural differences in child play behavior. Qualitative and quantitative review analysis of Whiting's 1963...»

Two health-care law case studies

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Term papers   |   10/07/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Drs. Allison Jones and Emily Johnson will have to abide by several standards when attempting to open their practice in Tesson, Allstate, particularly in regard to their desire to enlist a physician's assistant to do many of their main undertakings...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction: Problem - Physicians, physician assistants and nurses . An overview of Section A. 334.104.. The Board of Healing Arts. Problem: The birthing center . Issues to develop in a cause of action by Hernandez against Dr. Jones and the Nurse...»

Biographies of three African American aviators

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Term papers   |   10/07/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «The following document presents an overview of three distinct and influential African American pilots from the 1920's and 1930's era. Following World War I and II, many African American men and women began to dream of become pilots. Unfortunately,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Elizabeth Bessie Coleman. Background. Bessie's amazing accomplishments as the first African American. Bessie's first stunt show. Bessie's dream of becoming an aviator. Bessie's death. James Herman Banning. Background. The 'Flying...»

This is what it means to say Phoenix, Arizona: A break with cultural assumptions of identity amongst contemporary Native Americans

Philosophy & literature   |   Literature   |   Term papers   |   10/07/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The following dissertation will focus on the short story, "This Is What It Means to Say Phoenix, Arizona," by Sherman Alexie. This document will outline continual themes on cultural assumptions regarding identity, and based on the perspective of the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. A break with cultural identity assumptions. Idealization of the native. Identity in the character of Victor. Alcohol and identity. The role of Thomas as the 'dream-maker'. The theme of Native American identity ...»

The problem of definitions in telecommunications regulation in the convergence era

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Term papers   |   10/07/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The following document will expound upon the role of definitions in the telecommunications regulations arena during the modern technological era of convergent technologies and ideological spheres. The document will overview the importance of...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The regulatory issue in the convergence era. Pivotal turning point in the terms of the battle. Media ratings systems for telecommunications and media content . Page 4 of the FCC's NOI . Importance of definitions. Interesting areas of...»

Running header: Riordan benchmarking

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   10/07/2009   |   .doc   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «Riordan Manufacturing faced several issues but none that are uncommon in any growing organization going through a transitional period. By simply looking at companies such these General Motors and Wal-mart, Royal Bank of Scotland and Goodyear,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. General Motors (GM). Wal-Mart. Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS). Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. (Akron, Ohio). Home Depot. K. B. Toys. Hudson Highland Group (Hudson Employee Index). BearingPoint, Inc.. American Express . AT and T. Analysis...»

Across the board leadership and new value development organizes changing companies

Business & market   |   Management   |   Term papers   |   10/07/2009   |   .doc   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «InterClean, a major sanitation competitor realizes that in today's environmentally friendly atmosphere, customers express increased interest in solutions and services (rather than products) to contour cleaning endeavors. InterClean, through its...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Key course concepts. Employee motivation . Organizing for success. Outsourcing. Companies researched. Wal-Mart. Melaleuca. ICS cleaning. Diversified Natural Products, Inc. (DNP). Dell. Comcast. Bank of America. Delta Airlines...»

Resveratrol and calorie restriction

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Term papers   |   10/07/2009   |   .doc   |   1 page
Document abstract : «If an organism can remain lean, lifespan is increased--as long as it avoids any excess fat accumulation. But this must be done without diminishing dietary intake. Research attests that those who practice calorie restriction have (in a...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Concerning Type II diabetics. Uncontrollable Type I diabetes and Type II diabetes . Blood supply benefits. Conclusion....»

Data Warehouse

Science & technology   |   Electronics   |   Term papers   |   10/08/2009   |   .pdf   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Nowadays data is everywhere and yet we are not able to access proper data that we want effectively. You can't get the data that you want, you can't understand the data you found and you can't effectively use the data you found. There is data in...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Meaning of a data warehouse. Usage of data warehouse. Decision support. Evolution of decision support. The data warehousing process. OLTPS vs data warehouse. Characteristics. Data marts. Building a data mart. Warehouse models and...»

Reliable group key distribution protocol with source authentication

Science & technology   |   Electronics   |   Term papers   |   10/08/2009   |   .pdf   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «IP multicast provides efficient group communications. It conserves network resources by transmitting a single copy of the packet on each link. It also supports large multicast groups with frequent membership changes. But it does not ensure secure...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Notations. Logical key tree at group controler. Join operation. Leave operation. Replay attack. Scenario 1. Session hijack. Scenario 2. Delayed disclosure. Scenario 3. The approach. One-way chains. Authentication procedure. Simple join...»

Biometric security system

Science & technology   |   Electronics   |   Term papers   |   10/08/2009   |   .pdf   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «One of the most common causes of network security breaches is easily guessable or insecure passwords. Many users choose common names or words that are in any dictionary; others use the same passwords everywhere or write them down where they can be...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The need for security. History of biometrics. How biometrics works?. Capture. Extraction. Comparison. Decision. Identification by biometrics. Fingerprints. Iris/retinal. Face. Voice. Hand geometry. Hand writing. Biometrics...»

Security issues in on-demand grid computing

Science & technology   |   Computer science   |   Term papers   |   10/08/2009   |   .pdf   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Utility computing is defined to be the on demand delivery of infrastructure, applications, and business processes in security-rich, shared, scalable, and standards-based computer environment over the Internet through fee. Customers will hit into IT...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract. Introduction. Security fundamentals. Authentication. Access control. Data integrity. Data confidentiality. Key management. Important grid security terms. Symmetric encryption. Asymmetric encryption. Secure Socket Layer/Transport Layer...»

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