The international legality of nationalization: An analysis of the bilateral investment treaty between Venezuela and Canada

Law & contracts   |   International law   |   Presentation   |   12/05/2008   |   .doc   |   15 pages
Document abstract : «During the Cold War, the legality of a sovereign state nationalizing foreign property was often debated among the world community. The two principal contrasting theories were: (1) socialist theory and (2) western capitalist theory. States from the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. International legal theory on nationalization.. BIT between Venezuela and Canada.. The purpose of the BIT.. BIT and imperative international trade issues.. Public purpose.. Discrimination.. Prompt, adequate and effective...»

The legal process of entering into a joint venture with the Cuban water utility company

Law & contracts   |   International law   |   Presentation   |   12/05/2008   |   .doc   |   16 pages
Document abstract : «This paper examines the legal process of entering into a joint venture with the Cuban public water system through a joint venture in a Post-Fidel Castro Cuba. Although Fidel is no longer at the helm, the Cuban Communist party is still in power. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Investment in Cuba.. The advent of Fidel Castro and his bearded revolutionaries.. 1976 codification of Cuba's abandonment of foreign investment by Fidel Castro.. Cuba's implementation of a foreign investment law in 1995.. A post-Fidel...»

Legal and policy issues and campaigning strategy relevant to the 21st congressional district election in Florida

Law & contracts   |   Other law subjects   |   Presentation   |   12/08/2008   |   .doc   |   16 pages
Document abstract : «This paper will outline the legal and policy issues that are pertinent to your election campaign against incumbent Lincoln Diaz-Balart in the 21st U.S. Congressional District of Florida (herein after the 21st District, the District, or the 21st). ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Overview.. Facts about the 21st Congressional District of Florida.. Geography.. Demographic characteristics.. Voting demographics.. The republican incumbent.. The democratic challenger.. 21st district elections since 1992.. Legal issues in the 21st...»

Ankara: The capital of Turkey

History & geography   |   Geography   |   Presentation   |   12/08/2008   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «Some cities seem to go on forever, able to reappear in very different guises and characteristics from one era to another. Ankara is one such changeling. With its roots more than 4,000 years ago in the Bronze Age, it was a trading city to the Greeks,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Location and history.. Location.. Archaeological remains from Stone Age hunters.. The Achaemenid Persians.. Diocletian's persecution of Christians.. The drought in the middle of the fifth century . The Sassanian's...»

Chemicals obtained from wood

Science & technology   |   Biology   |   Presentation   |   12/08/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «A wide array of both commodity and specialty chemicals can be derived from wood, either as a primary product or by-product of another process. The technologies in which chemicals are the primary products include thermal degradation, hydrolysis/...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Extractives.. Terpenes.. Resin acids.. Fatty acids.. Phenolics.. Pharmaceuticals.. Polysaccharides.. Lignin.. Hydrolysis and fermentation.. The sacchari?cation of wood.. The disadvantage.. Another product of fermentation...»

Becoming Me: My journey through life

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   12/08/2008   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «From birth my life was destined to be anything but usual. I was born into the broken lower-class home of a sixteen year old girl and her parents, who resented the girl for having pre-marital sex. I know this because of a letter this girl wrote to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Education.. Elementary school years.. My middle school years.. High school.. The end of my freshman year.. Trip to Europe.. College.. My junior year.. Senior year.. The hip injury.. The dynamic in my household.. Old friends and...»

The battle of Stalingrad 1942-1943

History & geography   |   Modern history   |   Presentation   |   12/09/2008   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «The year is 1942. Nazi gains in the Soviet Union and North Africa have brought the Allies to the verge of destruction, while Japan continues to conquer island after island in the Pacific. Even Australia is in full panic mode, as occupied New Guinea...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. War between the two continental powers of Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union.. The war as of June 22 1941.. The largest blitzkrieg offensive of all time. . Directive No. 21.. The fall of Kiev in September 1941.. Hitler's original plan...»

A Post-Jungian perspective on the psychology of the pre-modern person in today's modern western culture

Social studies   |   Psychology   |   Presentation   |   12/09/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The psychology that shall be articulated in this essay can from the outset be described as relatively pre-modern and relatively psychoanalytical. It is pre-modern because we will be focusing on the pre-modern psyche without arguing that it should be...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The psychology that shall be articulated in this essay.. Psychologically pre-modern people.. Carl Jung's position in pre-modern and modern categories.. Part 1.. Jungian pre-modernism. . Multiple symbolic representations of an...»

Founding of the ICRC and establishment of International Humanitarian Law

Law & contracts   |   International law   |   Presentation   |   12/09/2008   |   .doc   |   15 pages
Document abstract : «On a summer day of June 1959, during the wars of Italian unification, a major battle broke out in northern Italy. Later to become known as the battle of Solferino, it was estimated that some six thousand were killed in a single day. Henry Dunant,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Founding of the Red Cross and basis for The Original Geneva Conventions of 1864.. Importance of establishing a distinctive emblem.. The Convention's ten articles.. Revisions and additions the years of 1906, 1929, and 1949.. ICRC...»

Whaling during the 19th Century

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   12/09/2008   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «The subject of whaling can hardly be discussed without a mention of Moby Dick, the maritime adventure novel by Herman Melville. Published in 1951, it tells the story of Captain Ahab, and his obsession with catching the "white whale." Mythic in its...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The subject of whaling and Moby Dick.. The arena of personality clashes.. Environmental dangers that the men face.. The match-up of a 45 ton whale and a row boat.. The case of the Ann Alexander.. The macabre details of the...»

A critical study: Sex workers

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   12/09/2008   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «Tania Nicol. Gemma Adams. Anneli Alderton. Annette Nicholis. Paula Clennell. While these names are probably not familiar to you, they are representative of the problems surrounding the commercial sex industry. They were all victims of a spree of...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. A general misconception regarding why sex workers enter the industry. . Sex workers and violence.. The clientele.. The amount of alcohol consumed by the clientele.. The second group of people who pose a threat to sex workers.. Pimps...»

Russia in the 20th century: The Geneva Conference and peaceful coexistence

Political science   |   International relations   |   Presentation   |   12/09/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «A study of the Soviet press' portrayal of the Geneva conference and the Western powers provides an insight into the role of the press in shaping public opinion for the state and against the West. Furthermore, the image of Soviet-American relations...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. A study of the Soviet press' portrayal of the Geneva conference.. significance of the Geneva Conference.. The Geneva Conference of 1955.. Soviet foreign relations.. The Soviet press of the 1950's.. The most important result of the...»

Ancient culture study: The pottery of Ancient Mesopotamia

Arts & media   |   Ancient history   |   Presentation   |   12/12/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The production of pottery can be considered one of the most important steps an early civilization can take. In point of fact, early societies are often distinguished by their development of pottery, such as the Pre-pottery Neolithic A and B periods...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. How were the beveled-rim bowls produced?. Theories explaining the beveled-rim bowls.. The votive offering theory.. Thomas W. Beale's hypothesis.. Support for Beale's theory of offerings.. A. R. Millard's theory.. The literature and...»

Dark comedy in the films of Joel and Ethan Coen

Arts & media   |   Film studies   |   Presentation   |   12/18/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Joel and Ethan Coen have made eleven very different films since 1984. From a film noir set in rural Texas to a Homer's "Odyssey"-inspired convict film, their films jump from genre to genre. Each one, however, is imbued with the Coens' authorial...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The landscape of Fargo.. The humor in Jerry.. The kidnapping.. Gaear's murder of a state trooper and two innocent bystanders.. The Big Lebowski.. The destruction of the Dude's carpet.. The relationship between Donny and...»

Underwater inspection system

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   12/18/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Different forms of security such as underwater surveillance are becoming much more important in maintaining the safety of the United States of America. Though there has been much progress made in advancing underwater surveillance and technology,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Feelings expressed by specialists in underwater surveillance.. Looking at historical events such as the Gulf War.. Complications in underwater surveillance and security.. A current example of homeland security.. SRI's next agenda - to...»

Masculinity in Korean and western films

Arts & media   |   Film studies   |   Presentation   |   12/18/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Korean cinema has made significant progress over the years. Two of the greatest Korean movies are A Stray Bullet (Obaltan) directed by Yu Hyun-mok (1960) and The Coachman directed by Kang Dae-jin (1961). A Stray Bullet is about a man named Chul-ho...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Top-grossing films based on super heroes in the United States.. Looking back to heroes of less recent films.. The essence of Western society's appreciation for violence and displays of strength.. Masculinity through the light of...»

The Dixie Chicks: Political musicians from here on out?

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Term papers   |   12/18/2008   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «The source for the controversy that has been surrounding the band, the Dixie Chicks, and has forever changed the image and role of this band in the music industry, possibly for the rest of their careers, can be pin-pointed to the date of March 10,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Maines use of free speech.. The blacklisting of the group by a few media conglomerates.. Literature review.. Hypothesis.. Methodology.. Findings.. Analysis.. Conclu...»

Health care in the United States

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   12/18/2008   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «There is not sufficient health insurance for every citizen to have access to adequate and quality health care. This is a pressing concern for 47 million Americans (Bacon). This is also a concern for employers providing health insurance to their...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The high number of uninsured individuals.. The case of Amy Barr.. The difficulties of health insurance.. Diagnosed with COPD and fibrosis.. The case of Kelly and Tim Argo.. Forced to rely on private insurance.. Rise in the number of...»

Review and critique of the social problem solving inventory

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   12/18/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The original Social Problem-Solving Inventory (SPSI) was introduced in 1990 based on theoretical problem-solving models developed by Thomas D'Zurilla and associates throughout the two previous decades. The most current version is the Social...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. General information.. Test description.. Test content.. Purpose of test.. Test structure, administration and acoring.. Technical evaluation.. Standardization/normative sample.. Reliability.. Validity.. Practical evaluation.. Summary...»

The morality of drug use and dealing

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   12/18/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Everyone in America wants to live the American Dream. They want to make a lot of money and be happy. Life is not easy though, and it is difficult to successfully live out the American Dream. Some people are fortunate enough to be born into families...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. looking at figures such as Frank Lucas.. Morality does not always coincide with what is legal.. Requiem for a Dream, directed by Darren Aronofsky.. Heroin is the most prevalent drug in American Gangster and Requiem for a dream.. The...»

Breakdown of election 2004: Bush v. Kerry

Political science   |   Political science   |   Term papers   |   12/18/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «On November 2, 2004 almost 120 million voters cast ballots for President of the United States. Just fewer than 60% of the population let their voices be heard in one of the most controversial and closest elections in history (Electoral Results). The...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The main voter base for the Republican Party.. An interesting element of the delegation of votes.. A similar story for why Bush won Florida.. An obvious congruency between class bias and voter turnout.. More people who consider...»

Belgian comics and constructing Belgian national identity

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Term papers   |   12/18/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Belgium is a unique country that uses a federal solution to construct a civic nation from two competing ethnic and cultural identities. In the north is the Flemish region, in the south, Wallonia, and in the middle, the capitol and mainly French...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Smith's civic model of nation.. The essence of the civic model of a nation.. The legal-political community.. Preventing conflicts between the regions and communities.. A measure of common values and traditions among the...»

The effect of black soldiers in the Civil War

History & geography   |   Modern history   |   Presentation   |   12/18/2008   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «Throughout the history of the United States, Africans and African-Americans have consistently been treated as second-class citizens. This prejudice is most apparent and appalling in the system of slavery that lasted for more than two hundred years...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The treatment of African-Americans as second-class citizens.. The Civil War and the second war of independence.. Organizations such as the Hannibal Guards.. Utilizing all of the anxious human capital available.. The 1st South Carolina...»

The ill ego-consciousness

Social studies   |   Psychology   |   Presentation   |   12/18/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Modern western ego consciousness equates to an ego that differentiates itself from the outer object or from the outer phenomena. And also the healthy differentiating ego is also stable. Hence, logically the psychologically ill person attaches too...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Extreme cases of dissociation.. Spiritualists and mediums in the late nineteenth century. . The abductee experience.. Part 1.. Extracts taken from Jung, C, CW: Vol: 18.. A symbol as a living thing.. The interpreting mind's...»

Alice and Anna: The women of 'Closer'

Arts & media   |   Film studies   |   Presentation   |   12/18/2008   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «Feminist film criticism during its glory days focused on three major themes: the objectification of women on the screen, their marginalized role in the narrative, and the effect that movies as a product of popular culture have on that popular...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Feminist film criticism during its glory days.. Dominant (Hollywood) cinema.. Hollywood cinema's phallocentric undertones.. The eroticization of women on the screen.. The first image presented to the audience at the start of the film...»

Morality study: Iraqi refugees under American policies

Political science   |   International relations   |   Presentation   |   12/18/2008   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «Political theorists have debated for centuries the responsibility of countries to protect the victims of humanitarian crises. Sine the earliest days of international law, Grotius, Kant and Vattel have attempted to strike a balance between realist...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Political theorists' debate on the responsibility of countries to protect the victims of humanitarian crises. . The United Nations High Commission on refugees states.. A close inspection of U.S. immigration policies.. The American...»

The theme of isolation in Kafka's 'The Metamorphosis'

Philosophy & literature   |   Literature   |   Book review   |   12/18/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Franz Kafka's novella The Metamorphosis concerns a traveling salesmen named Gregor Samsa who "[awakens] from unsettling dreams one morning" and "[finds] himself transformed into a monstrous vermin" (Kafka 7). Gregor is late for work, and he gripes...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The most peculiar element of the story.. Martin Greenberg's essay 'Gregor Samsa and Modern Spirituality'.. Greenberg's analysis.. A clearer explanation of the nature of Gregor's 'hunger'.. The spiritual struggle in Gregor's inner...»

Appropriate and necessary: The U.S. Supreme Court's need to intervene in Bush v. Gore

Political science   |   Political science   |   Presentation   |   12/18/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The presidential election of the year 2000 will be the source of controversy for years to come. Since its conclusion on Dec.12, 2000, in the U.S. Supreme Court, volumes have been written criticizing the court's decision in Bush v. Gore - which...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The presidential election of the year 2000.. Split on ideological lines in the court. The real question of whether the U.S. Supreme Court should have heard the case.. Where the court erred.. Neglecting to consider Title 3, Section 5...»

The state of psychology a 100 years ago

Social studies   |   Psychology   |   Presentation   |   12/18/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «In this essay we will be looking into the state of psychology as a field of knowledge in the early years of the 20th century. A hundred years ago psychology had a wider geographical spread with a strong contribution not only in America but also even...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Part 1.. The beginning of the 20th century.. French psychologist Pierre Janet.. Edward B. Titchener's study of such questions such as what are affects and consciousness? . The American psychologist, Morton Prince.. Jung's essay on...»

The evolution of Jungian depth psychology from Jung to Hillman and Giegerich

Social studies   |   Psychology   |   Presentation   |   12/18/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «When Carl Jung wrote Symbols of Transformation1 in 1912 it not only signaled his split from Sigmund Freud. It also equated to the beginning of what is now nearly 100 years of Jungian Analytical Psychology. Sixty three years later, in 1975, James...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Part 1.. Myth as a projection of the unconscious.. James Hillman: the most famous of any of the Post-Jungians.. Wolfgang Giegerich and Spring Publications.. Jung's move to a situation in which the past becomes true once...»

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