Essays and Research Papers on Mixed Issues in Western Civilization

Both English leaders are compared and contrasted in this 6 page analysis which focuses on biographies of these famous subjects. Queen Elizabeth I by John E. Neale and Oliver Cromwell by Peter Gaunt are discussed in depth. No additional sources are cited.

5 page biography and general discussion of England's Francis I (16th century). Good for those studying Western Civilization; Keyword Western Civ. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 15 page paper provides an overview of this leader's life, including specific facts and dates. Caesar's life is examined from a contemporary perspective as well as how the people of the day might have viewed him. His relationship with Cleopatra is explored and reasons why Brutus may have killed him is also discussed. ...

This 15 page biography discusses the life and times of Cato the Elder. His primary accomplishments and high standard of morality are emphasized. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

A 4 page discussion of the contrast that has existed between Biblical teaching, science, technology and business. The author examines the evolution that has occurred over time in the way we view our world. Particular attention is paid to the eighteenth century. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 12 page paper considers the different influences that came together to create the Northern Rebellion that threatened the reign of Queen Elizabeth I in 1569. The writer argues that although this appeared to be predominantly a religious rebellion, seeking to restore the Roman Catholic church, in reality there were many other factors, such as ...

A 6 page paper that describes the reigns of the first two real emperors of Rome. The paper gives a short explanation of Suetonius and the framework from which he wrote, then discusses and contrasts the administrations and policies of Augustus and Tiberius, dealing particularly with the difficulties of the transfer of power between them. ...

5 pages. This informative paper details the structure of the governmental institution in England and the nature of royal power. There are changes that have taken place within the last century of Anglo-Saxon history and these changes are discussed as they pertain to the parliamentary rule in England. Bibliography lists 5 sources. ...

This 5 page paper examines the impact of urbanization on the established system of feudalism in the Middle Ages. The Magna Carta, the growth of cities, the centralization of governmental power all led toward the ultimate collapse of feudalism. Bibliography lists six sources.

This 6 page paper is a book review of Oswyn Murray's book 'Early Greece'. The book considers Greece from the Dark Age including the political and power frameworks social conditions and lifestyles. The bibliography cites 1 book.

An 8 page paper which examines Prussia’s rise to power during the Seven Years War, with a strong focus on Frederick the Great. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 6 page paper discussing the rise of France and England in power after the end of the Crusades. Analyzes the feudal and aristocratic systems of government in each country and draws comparisons to the present-day US. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 8 page paper provides an overview of this issue. The communities of Ancient Egypt from the 1st to the 18th dynasties were highly defined by an emerging sense of public representations of religion. Prior to the 1st dynasty, approximately 4000 B. C., religion was not an imperative component of the public administration ...

In five pages this paper answers various questions pertaining to the language, religion, and politics of Spain, with contrasts and comparisons to the United States also included. Five sources are listed in the bibliography.

A 7 page paper which examines how culture and religion influenced the development of science in ancient Greece and the ancient Islamic empire. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 3 page paper which examines the contributions made by Hebrew religion and culture to western civilization as seen through the book “Western Civilization” by Jackson J. Spielvogel. No additional sources cited.

A 5 page paper discussing these two aspects of Roman life and comparing them to our own society of today. Rome gave us several institutions after which to pattern our own, one of which is the Senate. The deterioration of the Senate from being a powerful part of government to being little more than a figurehead ...

This 10 page paper discusses aspects of Greek religion, culture and customs. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at mythology and religion characteristic of the people of Ancient Greece in order to determine what effects they had on civilization. Gods and goddesses, and their roles, are noted. Descriptions regarding daily life in Ancient Greece, as well as the role of democracy in the society, is included. ...

This brief, 3 page essay looks at changes that swept the entire cultural fabric of Europe in the Middle Ages. Bibliography lists two sources.

This 10 page paper examines Napoleon Bonaparte's conquests and failures as it concerns Egypt. Details are relayed. The focus of the paper is on religion and how Napoleon to an extent forged a better relationship between Christians and Muslims. A bit about both religions is relayed. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 6-page paper attempts to describe the long- and short-term causes of the English Civil War, also known as the English Revolution, which took place in the 17th century. Topics discussed include religion as well as the Scots and Irish Rebellions. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 4 page paper evaluates two regions of the world: Africa and the Americas as compared with the Islamic and Asian regions. A general overview is provided but specific information about the culture and religion is included. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

10 pages in length. Perhaps not grandiose in the way one might expect such a tremendous influence to be historically recorded, the immense impact Etruscans had upon the development of Rome was nonetheless critically important to the empire's overall advancement. From art to architecture, ritual to religion, politics to culture and language to ...

A 10 page research paper on the culture of modern Greece. The writer explores the gender roles, ethnicity, language, and religion, and other important influences in modern Greek society. Specific examples of Greek ritual and tradition are provided. Bibliography lists 10 sources.