Essays and Research Papers on Biographies

This 7 page paper discusses the life of Gianni Versace and his influences. His impact on the fashion world is revealed as are his major accomplishments. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 10 page paper which examines the life and work of Homer the poet. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines the life and works of Ernest Hemingway. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page reaction paper on “Loose Change” by Sara Davidson. No additional sources cited.

A 6 page research paper that offers a biographical sketch of Congressman Maurice D. Hinchey, democrat for the 26th Congressional district of New York. The writer offers Hinchey's background, stance on key issues, and general overview of his career and accomplishments. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 10 page paper which examines Anwar Sadat’s decisions and position during his lifetime. The paper examines how Sadat led his country, took some risks, and perhaps got too far ahead of his people in the process. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at this actor who was made famous by the television show The Incredible Hulk that was introduced in the late 1970s. His life as an actor and bodybuilder are discussed as is his personal life. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines Flannery O’Connor and her work. The paper discusses the influence of various aspects of cultural realities during in her time period. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

An 8 page paper which examines what Virginia Woolf’s attitudes were towards feminism and the feminist movement of her time. The paper also discusses how these attitudes were reflected in her work. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page paper which discusses the life and work of artist Diego Rivera. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses the secluded life of Emily Dickinson and her secretive love life. These factors are considered in terms of how they influenced her writing. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 8 page paper compares and contrasts Ben Franklin, George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton, and James Madison. These men are examines through the eyes of assorted authors who are experts on these men. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5 page paper provides biographical data and uses it to find themes in Canterbury Tales. Several stories are analyzed in detail and some attention is paid to the possibility that Chaucer committed a crime for which he feels guilt. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines the life and works of Leo Tolstoy, illustrating that he was much more than an author. His influence was felt politically and spiritually by many individuals. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses Carl Franklin who is both a screenwriter and Hollywood director. This paper uses films such as Devil in the Blue Dress and others to highlight examples of his work. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses the life of a particular Colorado Soldier who maintained a diary throughout his time in the Civil War. This paper discusses his reflections and highlights the new perspectives we gain when viewing this war through the eyes of one specific soldier and his experiences. Bibliography lists 2 sources. ...

This 5 page paper discusses the artist works of these two artists who are father and daughter. Furthermore, this paper highlights the differences in their works as well as the similarities. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 10 page paper which examines “Coming of Age in Mississippi” by Anne Moody and “Black Boy” and “Native Son” by Richard Wright as they involve finding identity in a hostile society. Bibliography lists 2 additional sources.

This 10 page paper discusses 3 authors: F. Scott Fitzgerald, Ernest Hemmingway, and Henry James all of whom were expatriates in seach of 'truth' amid their disillusionment. Furthermore, these writers are discussed in terms of how their personal feelings are reflected in their literary works. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines Alice Walker’s personal essay “Beauty: When the Other Dancer is the Self.” Bibliography lists 2 additional sources.

An 8 page paper which discusses the life and works of Heinrich Schliemann, arguing that he is best known for his discovery of historic Troy. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 6 page paper discusses the causes of the Watergate crisis. Furthermore, the short and long-term consequences of Watergate are examined. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses theme and style issues in Coppola's three Godfather movies. Specific examples are given in terms of how Coppola portrays his characters. Bibliography lists no sources.

This 14 page paper discusses the life of Nelson Mandela in terms of his autobiography. Furthermore, this paper considers the relationship between the self and the social through references to relevent social sciences literature. Bibliography lists 17 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines “The Return of Simple” by Langston Hughes. The paper also discusses the importance of Langston Hughes. Bibliography lists 4 sources.