Essays and Research Papers on Biographies

A 5 page paper discussing divergent views of racism and colonialism based on the premises advanced by Charles Darwin in developing his theories of natural selection and the existence of 'the fittest.' Concentrating on the philosophies of Darwin, Josiah Strong and Adolf Hitler, the paper also examines the stance presented by several other authors, ...

Charles Robert Darwin was a nineteenth century scientist whose ideas concerning the origin of man were in complete opposition to the dominant view of his era. The belief that man and animals were descended from an ancient form and not created by an omnipotent Being generated an entire shift in consciousness that may well have ...

A 6 page overview of the theory of natural selection and the evidence which Darwin utilized in outlining the theory. Ties in the work of contemporary researchers with the hybridization of four of the finch species of the Galapagos Islands to substantiate the theory of natural selection. Bibliography lists 5 sources, 4 of which are ...

A 5 page paper discussing 'Darwin's Middle Road,' by Stephen J. Gould. There is little doubt that Darwin has been dissected more than adequately throughout the years. Many scientists, theologians, and laymen have attempted to explain just what Darwin's theories were and who he was. Gould presents a truly unique and refreshing look at Darwin ...

This 5 page paper considers the life, career, the importance of Max Weber in the development of modern sociological principles. This paper provides a general overview of Max Weber's development as a sociologists and the importance of his basic assertions, including the movement away from science as a foundation for the study of social entities, ...

A 5 page overview of the life and contributions of John W. Gardner, former Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare; a former U.S. Marine Corps intelligence officer; prolific writer who has concentrated on human resource development and organizational development. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

8 pages in length. A true pioneer of underwater beauty and freedom, Jacques-Yves Cousteau represented adventure and discovery to a worldwide audience. His contributions to mankind were grand and far-reaching, whether it was his invention of the aqua lung or merely one of his many underwater sea quests. His unwavering devotion to the sanctity ...

A 5 page paper on the man most often noted as the original Dracula. Most of the paper is a general description of his life and times, with the end of the paper giving a brief analysis of what can be inferred from his life.

In a sense, Sonny Bono lived two lives, successfully transforming himself from celebrity insider in Hollywood to political insider in Washington D.C. This 5 page paper describes Bono's political life and tragic death in detail. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 10 page research paper outlining the life of Yuri Gagarin. The writer describes the life of Yuri Gagarin, first human in space (Russian), traces his historic space flight and his life following that event. Bibliography lists 7 references.

A 5 page paper on the story of Cabaza de Vaca. It tells of the tragic and exciting account of the Spain's attempt in 1528 to colonize Florida, and also briefly talks about Cabaza's life before and after his journeys.

15 pages in length. Roger Wolcott Sperry's career spanned a good part of the twentieth century, during which time his contributions to the scientific community were instrumental in establishing a great deal of fresh and previously unfathomable concepts in relation to human brain function. Not only was he praised with the Nobel Peace Prize for ...

This 6 page research paper examines Dan Rather's 1977 autobiographical memoir, The Camera Never Blinks: The Adventures of a Television Journalist. Specifically discussed are Rather's most memorable stories for CBS News, including the civil rights unrest in the early 1960's south, the assassination of President John F. Kennedy and his stint as southeast Asia correspondent ...

A 6 page analysis of Abramson¹s autobiographical account of her career as a defense lawyer. The writer argues that by the time the reader finishes Abramson¹s narrative, it is possible to have an appreciation of a lawyer¹s perspective on how everyone is entitled to the best legal representation possible. No additional sources cited.

3 pages in length. Considered to be one of the most colorful -- if not misunderstood -- of all presidential first ladies, Mary Todd Lincoln stood tall for what she believed and ended up paying a high price throughout her entire life for her outspoken and opinionated manner. Indeed, she was instrumental in implementing much ...

This 5 page report discusses the life, mission and accomplishments of Ida B. Wells (1862-1931). Wells was a tireless crusader against lynchings and the subjugation of African Americans in general. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 5 page research paper which examines the outlaw life of Jesse James and his brother Frank who robbed countless banks and trains in the Old West. The writer demonstrates how the political atmosphere of the time contributed significantly to the yellow journalism accounts of James, which pictured him as a modern day knight, or ...

In 8 pages, the writer discusses Walter Reuther and his contributions to the labor movement. Walter Reuther "led millions of Americans to decent wages, safer workplaces and the rudimentary tools of workplace democracy". Bibliography lists 10 sources.

7 pages in length. Philip Murray was, perhaps, one of the most defiant voices in labor history. The Scotsman who crossed over to the United States in 1902 always had a predominantly fiery personality when it came to labor relations. He did not appreciate the way manual labor workers were treated by their superiors and ...

10 pages in length. A critical discussion of the life & works of Elton Mayo -- author of "Human Problems of an Industrialized Civilization" and "Social Problems of an Industrialized Civilization." Bibliography lists a total of 4 sources.

This 5 page paper provides information on the man and his influence particularly as it pertains to the region now known as New York. The focus is on his stint as governor of New Netherland but other biographical information is included as well. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 7 page analysis of the life story of a career criminal and heroin addict, Manual Torres. In and out of prison throughout his life, Torres finally turns his life around through a rehabilitation program in the California penal system that provided him with educational opportunities and encouragement. Co-authors Richard P. Rettig and Gerald R. ...

In 15 pages the author discusses William Wirt. Many famous and infamous men stand out in the Jacksonian Era. One man that stands out for many reasons, is William Wirt, who was once the Attorney General of the United States. William Wirt was a significant figure in the early 1800s. Wirt ...

An 8 page research paper that analyzes Philip Carlo's account of the life of Richard Ramirez, the infamous 'Night Stalker,' a serial killer in the early 1980s. The writer argues that brutality in Ramirez's childhood significantly influenced the direction that his life took and the development of his warped psyche. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page discourse analysis concerns convicted baby killer and former British au pair Louise Woodward, who firmly denies her innocence. The analysis concerns the June 21, 1998 interview with BBCs Martin Bashir. Bibliography lists 4 sources.