Essays and Research Papers on Mixed Issues in Western Civilization

A 4 page research paper that discusses the influences that shaped the modern, post-WWII era. The writer attributes the timbre of the modern era primarily to post-colonialism, the UN Declaration of Human Rights, and the Cold War. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper which provides a general overview of ancient Alexandria. The paper addresses the terrain, agriculture, housing structures, and other elements relating to the great city of Alexandria. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page paper provides an overview of Niobe who represents the sin of pride. The myth is discussed in detail, its relationship to literature, and its applicability to the world. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 6 page paper examines the link between the policies set by Russian czar Peter the Great during the 17th and 18th centuries and how those policies eventually led to the Russian Revolution of the 20th century. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 10 page summation of chapters 15 and 16 from Edward Gibbon's Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire. The wrier argues that the second volume of Gibbons' work (in which chapters 15 and 16 appear) is largely concerned with the age of Constantine, which is crucial to Gibbon's overall purpose. This was because ...

A 7 page research paper that examines Stone's text The Trial of Socrates. In this book, Stone's central question is why did the city of Athens, a city famous for free speech, prosecute and execute a prominent philosopher who was guilty of no other crime then exercising his right to free speech. Stone's answer differs ...

This 5 page paper considers how ships became more commercially efficient during this period. The writer includes the development of the stern rudder, lateen sails, cogs and caravels through to carrack and galleons. The bibliography cites 10 sources.

A 6 page discussion of vampires of legend and the threats which those vampires may present even today. Some contend they are simply folklore while other contend that they wander the earth even today as estranged souls, separated from the living by their own immortality. Fiction, fantasy, cultism, or reality? The author ...

This 10 page paper provides information about the Venetian Navy as well as information on Italy at the time of the Renaissance. Some battles are discussed. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This paper discusses Palenque, one of the greatest cities of the Ancient Mayan culture. In describing the city, the paper examines historical and religious influences, and how they impacted the city's architecture and design. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper which discusses Stonehenge and examines how excavations have been, and can, prove beneficial to the development of archaeology. While over-excavating can prove incredibly harmful to this historical site, if done properly much may be learned. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 6 page paper which examines the legendary Carthaginian general by providing answers to such questions as who he was, why was he considered a great general, what was his strategy, how did people perceive him, what caused his downfall, and finally, what was his lasting legacy. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This paper examines the impact that Charlemagne (also known has Charles the Great) had on uniting what ultimately became Europe, and on obtaining those lands for the Holy Roman Empire. The paper explores Charlemagne and his deep religious beliefs, as well as his ties to the papacy in Rome. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines the legal roles and behavior of Etruscan women in Roman Society. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

Social and Economic Values This 10 page paper considers the value in economic terms as well as social, political and cultural perspectives of different types of regeneration projects to develop tourist attractions and generate incomes for the locality. To illustrate this the examples of The Wigan Pier Experience, Wigan and the Lowry Centre, Leeds, are ...

This 20 page paper provides a look at the modern city of Cairo as well as intense look at its history. Historic regions, relics and buildings are discussed in light of how they have been modernized. The City of the Dead, the pyramids and its mysteries are each discussed in addition to other relevant aspects ...

A five page paper which looks at the similarities and differences between culture and civilisation in Egypt and Mesopotamia, in terms of their influence on neighbouring regions. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 5 page paper focuses on the Greek gods and their roles in society. However, a look is taken at contemporary priests and ministers and the high standard to which they are held. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

5 pages in length. Richard II was not the most popular of British monarchs, nor did he take the throne at a very opportune time. The combination of Black Death, an epidemic that took the lives of nearly one-half of the entire population, and Richard's inability to lead with any political prowess cost ...

An 8 page paper that answers four questions about global problems and capitalism using Richard H. Robbins' text Global Problems and the Culture of Capitalism. The questions cover such concerns as the connection between capitalism and food production, why people choose the products that they do, etc. No additional sources cited.

This 5 page paper provides an overview of the book but focuses on the wealth accumulated by European monarchy during the sixteenth century. The significance of the elephant is also discussed. No additional sources cited.

5 pages in length. Cicero, the veritable birth father to humanism instrumental in establishing a sense of morality and ethical conscience, can well be considered an admirable figure; despite the fact that he had both virtues and faults, success and failures, high motives and low ones, he was nonetheless focused upon bringing about society's ...

A 5 page contention that the once static notion of a clear political, geographic, and cultural separation between the East and West is now being challenged. Indeed, idea is now being both provoked and challenged by the numerous alignments being made across borders, and the types, nations, and essences which are rapidly coming into ...

An 8 page paper which examines different interpretations of the life and work of Joan of Arc. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 7 page paper which looks at the historically accurate man who legend called King Arthur. Bibliography lists 4 sources.