Béisbol Libre: Baseball and Nationalism in Cuba

History & geography   |   Modern history   |   Presentation   |   04/23/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : « for the war; Conclusion; References. Béisbol Libre: Baseball and Nationalism in Cuba Baseball has long been considered the great ?American Pastime?, for many it ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Givin the nation a sense of nationalism . Cuba's reliance on slave labor. Baseball vs bullfighting in Cuba . Bans and restrictions against baseball. The growing dissatisfaction with Spanish colonial rule . Support for the...»

The National pastime

Social studies   |   Sports   |   Term papers   |   03/18/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : « The National Pastime s roots can be traced as early as the 18th century, the Sport plays a major role in American society as it accounts for the most popular ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Social class and the variances in sports activities. Sports tend to reflect society. Popov and Hayashi's actions. Conclusion. Works cited....»

Bodybuilding and its Influence upon American Sport

Social studies   |   Sports   |   Term papers   |   01/12/2006   |   .doc   |   14 pages
Document abstract : « States, and some (with certain adaptation) became mainstream American sports. Lacrosse, an ancestral pastime with deep religious significance for Indian tribes ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction: The concept of American sport. Bodybuilding within the American sport. Notion of bodybuilding . Brief history of bodybuilding and its first big contest. Bodybuilding organizations. Competitions. Bodybuilding as the basis to fundamental...»

New Deal Art: The WPA Murals of Norwalk, CT

Arts & media   |   Arts and art history   |   Research papers   |   10/04/2007   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : « else in the town, but they truly exemplify the idea of an American Renaissance fans are in attendance on this beautiful day to watch America s pastime in action ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The main subset of the WPA . The cultural sources of New Deal art . The paintings by George Avison. The town of Norwalk . Conclusion....»

Literature, society and culture

Social studies   |   Sociology   |   Presentation   |   07/11/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : « two major forces affecting American s perception on beauty. In the first half of the twentieth century, watching movies became a national pastime for Americans ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Writers should not stick to art alone.. The Bluest Eye.. The central theme of The Bluest Eye.. The essence of the story.. Conclusion.....»

Who Really Wins? An Examination of Gambling in Modern Society

Social studies   |   Sociology   |   School essay   |   04/23/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : « Hence as long a people are responsible and don t let their gambling take a hold of their lives, it can be a profitable pastime that many American Psychologist. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. That which compels people to engage in gambling. Addiction to gambling. The cycle of destructive gambling . The wining and loosing phases of gambling. Conclusing. References....»

The Obesity Factor

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   School essay   |   01/03/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : « technological developments that has had an effect on the American community is However, the notorious pastime of watching television has slowly been eating up ...»

Synopsis abstract : «The problem of obesity. Factors that aid obesity. Fast food. You are what you eat. The new dieting method popular in the United States. Conclusion....»

Peyton Place: The Author, the bestseller and the legacy

Philosophy & literature   |   Literature   |   Presentation   |   11/07/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : « 131). The sentiment carried past American borders. In went. Reading Peyton Place was not exclusively a housewife s pastime. Everyone ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Artistic masterpieces.. Metalious - the woman responsible for sparking controversy in 1956.. Historical factors in Metalious's authorship and the impact Peyton Place on its readers.. The country's temporary encouragement of women...»

The United States: A "theodemocracy"? The ambiguous relationship between religion and politics

Political science   |   Political science   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : « The foundations of the American democratic regime. and politics As Julia Gronnevet said, comparing the United States to the Roman Empire is a popular pastime . ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Emphasis on the complex relationship between Rome and religion. . This political model.. First evoked by Josephus Flavius.. The concept of theocracy which could be linked to the Roman Empire.. The complex relationship between religion...»

The 1919 World series: Effects of a scandal

Social studies   |   Sports   |   Case study   |   08/05/2008   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : « once again, became a competitive sport and regained its credibility as America s pastime. As the ball club with the best record in the American League, Chicago ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. 1919 World Series's purpose to bring unity, joy, and peace.. The greatness of the Chicago White Sox franchise.. Influence of the Series.. The eight players' agreements to fix the World Series.. The lasting impact of the 1919...»

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