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The city of Acre, Israel

Document abstract : «Since ancient times, the gateway to Palestine has been considered the magniﬁcent harbor at Acre. Now a small Israeli city with a mixed population of Palestinians and Jews, Acre has for more than 4,000 years served the hinterland of southern...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Estimation of the population as of 2005.. Geography and history.. Location of Acre.. The oldest continuously populated cities in the world.. The archaeological record.. Akko incorporated into the empire of Alexander the Great - 332...»

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Wood delivery in forests

Document abstract : «The efforts outlined above are aimed at the optimization of forest production on a sustainable basis. The rationalization of forest harvesting techniques and improvement of wood supply logistics can be implemented relatively quickly (i.e., over a...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Harvesting and extraction.. Terrain classi?cation.. Transportation.. Roads and road transport regulations.. Environmental and ancillary considerations in transportation.. Machine telemetrics and on-board electronics.. On-board...»

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Propagation technology for forest trees

Document abstract : «There are six major kinds of propagules now available for the reproduction of forest trees: seeds, sprouts, grafts, cuttings, tissue-culture plantlets, and somatic embryos. Each has two or more subclasses, and each has increasingly understood...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Seeds.. Natural regeneration.. Arti?cial regeneration.. Orchard seeds.. Sprouts.. Physiological condition and maturation state.. Maturation as a developmental genetic process.. The effects of maturation state on the performance of...»

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Mendelssohn's 'Elijah': An oratorio for the generations

Document abstract : «On Wednesday, August 26, 1846, Felix Mendelssohn's revered oratorio, Elijah, was premiered at the Birmingham Music Festival. The work met instant lauds, hailed by the London Times, "Never was there a more complete triumph- never a more thorough and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Elijah and the personal life of Mendelssohn.. Elijah - an oratorio in two parts.. The first performance for the Birmingham Festival.. Elijah: marked by musical elements that display Mendelssohn's technical genius.. Mendelssohn's use...»

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Menotti: An American Legend

Document abstract : «Gian Carlo Menotti is often named the premiere American opera composer of the 20th century. Born and raised in Italy, his view is the Italian one, that the theater should entertain, and he has dedicated his life to writing and composing operas in...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Menotti's life.. Menotti and barber.. Major works.. Amelia Goes to the Ball.. The Medium.. The Telephone.. Amahl and the Night Visitors.. Themes and influences.. Menotti's operas - deceivingly uncomplicated.. Detours on the way to the...»

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The relationship of Science and Religion as seen through the Galileo affair

Document abstract : «It is true that often the church and science have clashed bitterly, leaving both sides--and the rest of the world--with the sense that there will never be a way to compromise. One of the best examples of this clash was in the 17th century, when...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction - clashes between the church and science.. Galileo Galilei.. Father of modern science.. A man of the church. . Galileo - running afoul of the church.. His second trip to Rome at age 47.. Galileo's third trip - defending himself against...»

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Dust-wiping and non-duality: The Buddhist teachings of Hui-Neng

Document abstract : «Buddhism, for all its accolades and requirements, its notions of the sutras and of karma, for all the equanimity it offers to people of any social caste, is a relentlessly frustrating philosophy. For those who adhere to its principles as writ by...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The Grand Master of old.. The symbolic robe and bowl.. The peasant Hui-Neng - thrown into a competition-of-sorts. Shen-Hsiu - a seriously pedestrian view of the teachings of Buddhism. . The realization of Buddhahood.. A perpetual...»

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Political violence in flux: Changes in today's world

Document abstract : «Terrorism has fundamentally changed the nature of international relations as a whole. With the emergence of small, non government organizations (or NGOs) that have the capability to inflict massive amounts of damage to life and property, states as...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Terrorism and the fundamentally changed nature of international relations.. The increase in the use of terrorism.. The use of targeted killings by the United States and Israel against Islamic extremists.. The history of the norm.. The...»

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William Blake's "Wall of words" on circular reasoning

Document abstract : «"And the salt ocean rolled englob'd." (Blake Pl. 28.23) The previous line comes from one of Blake's prophetic works, "The First Book of Urizen," and is very typical of a Blake ending. More than a century before Stanley Kunitz was born, Blake had...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The ending line from 'The First Book of Urizen' and a quality of Blake's work.. 'Songs of Innocence and of Experience' and the direct tradition of the emblem-books.. The purpose of Blake's paintings.. Disproving Billigheimer's...»

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Bush-speak and PC teaching: A discourse on the relevance of grammar

Document abstract : «The first question we need to ask when thinking about the legitimacy of Bush's poor speaking habits is how errors like these can be possible when the man has a team of professionals writing out his speeches for him. Surely, as professional writers...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Thinking about the legitimacy of Bush's poor speaking habits.. Is George's poor understanding of proper English language is fake.. A motive for the President to feign poor grammar.. One way that English teachers have attempted to...»

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Just vengeance or righteous follies; which Hamlet did you see?

Document abstract : «William Richardson describes Hamlet's character as one "moved by finer principles, by an exquisite sense of virtue, of moral beauty and turpitude." (Hoy 147) Richardson goes on to say that a man like Hamlet "will find [his sense of moral excellence]...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. G. B. Harrison's explaination of various facets of Hamlet.. Harrison's analysis of Hamlet's character.. Fredson Bowers focus on one line of Hamlet's after he has killed Polonius.. The specific use of the word 'scourge'.. The film...»

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More than what meets the eye: Frida Kahlo and surrealism

Document abstract : «Frida Kahlo never thought of herself as a surrealist as many people did. In fact, given the context of the historical background of her works, she was regarded as more of a feminist cult figure than anything else. Not even Kahlo herself recognized...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The historical sequence of the time period.. Surrealism.. The idea of perception over the obvious recognition of certain objects being portrayed.. The analysis of Kahlo's art.. Effect on the modern viewer's analysis.. Andre Breton's...»

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Relations between biological and social psychology

Document abstract : «Psychology is both a social and a biological science. The relevance of the biological approach for many fields of psychology is demonstrated by the fact that biological bases of behavior are mentioned in most of the following chapters. The field...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Biological psychology has been a major part of modern psychology from the start.. Relations betweem biological and social psychology.. Bodily syste,s basic to behavior.. The nervous system.. The endocrine system.. The immune...»

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Soil erosion control

Document abstract : «Soil erosion control in managed forests is undertaken, and best achieved, for two main reasons. The ﬁrst relates to soil protection for the sustainable productivity of the forest resource. The second relates to the protection of valuable...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. General principles of soil erosion.. Key factors in soil erosion control.. Soil erosion and forestry operations.. Runoff production and erosion control.. On-site soil erosion control.. Off-site soil erosion contr...»

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Human behavior in the social context

Document abstract : «Humans are a social species. First, we explore the reasons why humans are social beings and briefly consider the broad implications of this characterization. Next, we go somewhat more deeply into the question what it means to be social. In other...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Origins of being social.. Dimensions of being social.. Social interactions in childhood.. Extensions of the social context.. How social behavior is studied.. Relationships between biology and context.. Conclusion...»

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Sociology of the family: global advances and challenges

Document abstract : «Sociology of the family as a field of research, education and action faces many challenges and critics, both within academic institutions and in the larger society. This paper focuses on recent developments in international family sociology in the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Rapid social and economic change: impact on the opportunities for families and scholars.. Issues.. Historical views.. Advances and challenges.. Mobility and stability: shaping individual, family, ethnic and national...»

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Forest fires (prediction, prevention and suppression)

Document abstract : «The problems and negative impacts associated with large-scale uncontrolled forest ﬁres have increased worldwide over the past two decades. Globally an estimated 300-400 million hectares of forests and woodlands burn annually, emitting an...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Background to fire management.. Global warming.. Historical use of fire.. Expansion of the concept of fire management.. Global changes.. Fire and food security.. Fire regimes.. Population growth.. Fire prediction.. Silvicultural...»

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Impact of forest management on the quality of water

Document abstract : «In forested catchments the hydrologic cycle, involving precipitation, interception, evapo-transpiration, overland ﬂow, subsurface ﬂow, groundwater ﬂow, and stream ﬂow is closely linked to water quality in that water...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Water quality: the concept.. Importance of forests for water quality.. Effects of forestry practices on water quality.. Suspended sediment.. Timber harvesting.. Fire.. Temperature and dissolved oxygen.. Pesticides.. Pathogenic...»

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Beyond words and content based systems: Towards a psychologically creative social culture

Document abstract : «This essay is concerned with phenomena that comes within the domain of psychology. We will emphasize areas of psychology that are healthy. Hence it will be argued that for many people words (and content orientated systems) are inadequate for...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Part 1.. Psychology and the false implications of the scientific revolution.. Overcompensating for anxiety and insecurity.. The question of Jungian psychology and engagement with social culture.. Part 2.. Creativity in music with...»

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Methodology in biological psychology

Document abstract : «Biological psychology manipulates and observes psychological variables just as do all other fields of psychology. However, to delineate the somatic contribution to behavior and mental functions, biological psychology needs to draw evidence from...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Biological psychology studies both humans and non-human animals.. Biological psychology uses a variety of approaches.. Some issues involved in different approaches and methods.. Motor behaviour: reflexes, movements and...»

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Artistic merit of rap music

Document abstract : «According to Webster's Dictionary, music is defined as "sounds produced in harmonious, rhythmic combinations". There are many forms of music, some may not even be "harmonious" to others, but they are still considered music. This is perhaps due to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Marvin J. Gladney's explaination of the necessarily of rap music.. Music as a form of catharsis for African-Americans.. The need to encourage the young adolescents.. New type of discrimination for rappers.. Errol A. Henderson's...»

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Nintendo Corporation Limited

Document abstract : «As one of the leading game console industries, Nintendo Corporation has remained in the technological market for over fifty years. Established officially in 1963 by former President, Hiroshi Yamauchi, Nintendo Corporation yet remains to be a well...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. Background.. Nintendo Corporation - never into the gaming industry.. Game & Watch LCD games.. The 90s for Nintendo.. Satoru Iwata.. Early life,. Hiroshi Yamauchi commenting on the reason he chose Satoru Iwata as his next...»

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The Psychological meaning of the UFO phenomena: Building on the work of C. G. Jung

Document abstract : «In this essay we will build upon the foundations laid down by the famous psychologist, Carl Gustav Jung concerning the value and relevance of the UFO phenomena. In part 1 we will outline Jung's basic view. Then in part 2 we will build on the theory...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Part 1.. Professor Robert Segal - author of Jung on Mythology.. Jung's work on the psychology of UFO's. . Number of sightings worldwide.. Part 2.. Robert Segal's argument that we have to think universally and discover patterns.. The...»

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Out of the garden: Examining the true origins of Genesis

Document abstract : «"And the LORD God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living soul." Genesis 2:7 (Holy Bible, King James Version). Ever since that first breathe, man has been questioning the ways...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. In the beginning.. The story of creation.. The purpose of this research.. Common views.. Creation defined.. Literature review.. New perspectives.. Literal meaning.. Importance of religious study.. Existence before creation.. Relating...»

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Economic activity, investments and technological policy

Document abstract : «The concept of competitiveness of the national economies and the viability of the national productive systems in the context of globalization focuses on the role of innovative competitive advantages, which are related to the technological know-how....»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. Introduction.. Defining investment .. Real risk-free interest rate.. Inflation.. Risk.. Undertaking an investment.. The expected future demand.. The future preferences of consumers.. The increase of consumer income.. The total cost of the...»

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Racial stereotypes and their role in the concept of Manifest Destiny by Justin Herndon

Document abstract : «The modern connotations of the concept of "Manifest Destiny" are generally of two diverging camps; One is a romanticized image of devout pilgrims, such as the Mormons, who left the crowded and sinful cities of the East for the freedom of the West,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Preceding ideologies on expansion.. Preceding ideologies on race.. Manifest destiny itself.. Evaluations.. Conclusion.....»

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Jihad vs. McWorld: The new world disorder

Document abstract : «Jihad vs. McWorld was written by Rutgers University Political Science professor Benjamin R. Barber. The author is widely regarded one of the nation's foremost scholars on democracy. He has written Strong Democracy, in which he explains that economic...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The birth of McWorld.. The vertical integration of media.. One of the more unique cases - China.. What's so threatening about soft drinks and satellite dishes.. The prognosis in Jihad versus McWorld.. The most blatant opposition to...»

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Common reading proposal 'Tell them who I am: The lives of homeless women' by Elliot Liebow

Document abstract : «Many colleges and universities have implemented common reading programs for college freshmen. Many times, it is up to the libraries discretion as to what book is chosen for this program. Sometimes libraries themselves initiated the common reading...»

Synopsis abstract : «Background.. Books sent to the students beforehand.. The book I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou.. Scope of proposal.. Recommended freshman common reading.. Volunteer practicum at a homeless women's shelter.. Aimulated or actual budget...»

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Late modern institutions and collective action

Document abstract : «There is no phenomenon more central or germane to the future of collective action than the conflict ridden process of institutionalization. This leads to an inquiry into a number of approaches in this contribution. Where does the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Institutions and collective action theories.. Social movements and the new institutionalists.. Institutions, subjects and collective action.. The global and reflexive content of action in late modernity.. Exclusion and non-places: the...»

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The sociology of housing and the housing problem

Document abstract : «At its most elementary level, housing serves as shelter, offering protection against inclement weather and victimization by street crime. Housing fulfils other functions as well. It is typically a significant economic investment, for households as...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. An organizational scheme for housing research.. The societal context: An historical perspective.. Living conditions, health, and social reform before 1920.. Eventual selective government intervention in the 1920's to the...»

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