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Alan Moore's "Watchmen", 2006.
An analysis of the inkblot motif in the graphic novel "Watchmen", by Alan Moore and David Gibbons.
1,210 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 60.95
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The paper analyzes one of the motifs of greatest significance in "Watchmen", that of the Rorschach inkblot. The paper examines how the inkblot motif does not simply add visual irony or humor to the story, rather, the inkblot directly relates to the way the central character of Rorschach sees the moral world, in terms of black and white. The paper concludes that the inkblots indicate moral or truth-related obfuscation, and alert the reader that lies are about to be told, either through psychiatry, the police, or the lies Rorschach tells to himself.
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"The entire story of Watchmen revolves around characters Dr. Manhattan, Ozymandias, Rorschach, Nite Owl, Silk Spectre, the Comedian and other former Crimebusters who must unite to find out who has been killing members of their former tribe. Rorschach is the main investigating character, who problems the criminal world like the character of Dr. Long does his psyche. Although he sees himself purely on the side of good, the reader learns, a lesson that is reinforced through use of the inkblot motif, that Rorschach is genuinely mentally troubled whose judgment is often not to be trusted. "
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Alan Moore's Comic Book Creations, 2008.
A content analysis of three works by Alan Moore: "Watchmen", "Tom Strong", and "Top 10".
2,312 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 9 sources, MLA, AU$ 104.95
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In this article, the writer examines the charge that superhero comic books are invariably sexist in their production and speak to deep-seated and traditional gender stereotypes. Historically, the writer argues that this has been almost exclusively the case, with some notable, if controversial, exceptions such as Wonder Woman. However, content analysis of three works by Alan Moore, 'Watchmen', 'Tom Strong' and 'Top 10', illustrate that it is possible to appropriate the traditionally sexist imagery of the superhero genre and utilize it to call attention to the gender stereotypes that permeate much of the comic book industry. The writer notes that Moore's work has progressively satirized tropes in the superhero genre and have helped, inadvertently or not, through satire to call attention to the wealth of sexism apparent in portrayals of women in comics. The writer maintains that the implication of this hypothesis is that there may be an emerging trend toward the dissolution of traditional gender stereotypes in comic books.
Outline:
Introduction
Aim and Rationale
Content Analysis as a Methodological Approach
Literature Review
Methodology
Findings, Discussion, and Conclusion
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"Content analysis is the approach by which one examines a particular cultural text, and critically examines it to unearth specific socio-cultural trends and realities. Some might question this as a viable research method. After all, how useful is a critical analysis of comic books, when one is talking about a pervasive problem such as sexism? How can content analyses of popular movies add anything pertinent to contemporary discussions of poverty in Western nations?"
"The reality is, however, that cultural productions--such as novels, movies, and even comic books--can be powerful, if unintentional portals into the manifestations of cultural trends. Culture and society is really little more than the way in which people interact with one another and the artifacts that they create in the process. These artifacts might be songs or books or movies or ephemeral speeches and behaviors. But what they all share in common is an innate reflection of the socio-cultural trends and attitudes possessed by their creators or society at large. In other words, targeted content analysis of items such as comic books can reveal important information about the attitudes and beliefs of the society in which those particular artifacts were created."
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Moral Philosophy in Moore and Gibbons' "Watchmen", 2005.
Examines the moral philosophies of the major characters in Alan Moore and David Gobbons' classic comic masterpiece "Watchmen."
1,250 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 8 sources, APA, AU$ 62.95
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This paper discusses the moral/philosophical arguments represented by Rorschach, The Comedian, Dr. Manhattan and Ozymandias in Alan Moore and David Gibbons' "Watchmen." By citing specific examples from the text, this paper illuminates the intertextuality between "Watchmen's" major characters and the works of philosophers such as Sartre, Nietzsche and A.C. MacIntyre.
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"Unlike the Comedian, Rorschach does find meaning through moral absolutism. Moral absolutism is a deontological moral philosophy that holds that moral rules are universal and absolute (McConnell, 1981, p. 287). Rorschach then proceeds to enforce these absolute moral rules in a way that is not necessarily consistent with "common morality.""
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"Watchmen", 2005.
This paper examines Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons' book "Watchmen", an example of the superhero comic-art genre, as it relates to President George Bush.
2,070 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 4 sources, APA, AU$ 95.95
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This paper explains that Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons' "Watchmen" has awaken the need for superheroes in the U.S. government; however, the leadership of President George Bush is even more ludicrous than that portrayed in this 'comic' book. The author points out that the reader can easily see the current Washington administration in "Watchmen"; the character Dr. Manhattan, like Mr. Bush is a self-resurrected, all but omnipotent man. The paper relates that the book activates numinous perception held and offered by Mr. Bush such as that Iraq held within its 'evil' boundaries many undiscovered stores of Weapons of Mass Destruction; even the terminology sounds that a comic book.
Table of Content
We Need a Hero
Ordinary Superheroes
Life Imitating Art?
Parallel Universe
Flawed Heroes
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"In fact, "Watchmen" is the perfect foil for the current superhero juggernaut of the United States. Thompson notes that "much of the comic's poetry lies in the counterpoint and convergence of its parallel narratives and visual motifs. In keeping with its themes of surveillance, symmetry and time, the story emerges from a multiplicity of perspectives, incorporating flashbacks, found correspondence and precognitive clues." It is, in fact, an apt parallel universe for the United States Congress and administration."
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Author Lorrie Moore, 2006.
This paper discusses the life and style of author Lorrie Moore (Marie Lorena Moore) especially as demonstrated in her writings "How to Be the Other Woman", "How to Be a Writer" and "Charades".
1,985 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 8 sources, MLA, AU$ 92.95
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This paper explains that Lorrie Moore expertly uses her humor to provide readers with an in-depth look at character identity. The author points out that Moore is mostly known for her short stories, which rely on a clever play of words, irony and sardonic black humor that normally hides the characters' underlying sorrow or traumatic experiences. The paper concludes that one of the most remarkable things about Moore's style is the total lack of melodrama. This paper includes many quotations.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Moore's Humor
Making Readers Laugh at Human Nature
Clever Play of Words, Irony and Black Humor
Humor Provides Character Analysis
Biographical Life
Birth and Family
Writing background
Literary Honors
Graduate School
Employment
Subject Matter
"Self-Help": " Lives Can Be Improved by Golf "
Shows Contemporary Life among Yuppies
"How to be the Other Woman"
"How to be a Writer"
Moore's Identity Search under Laughs
Quote by John Blade about Moore's Lighthearted Approach
"Charades"
Moore's Identity Analysis of Several Characters
Conclusion
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"However, under the laughs and guffaws in "How to Be a Writer" is the woman who is attempting to be taken seriously as an author and make her way in an occupation that is treacherous at best and deadly at worst. As all writers do, Francie begins to look at her own abilities. Here Moore once again shows the underlying search for identity. Francie begins to doubt her own worth as a writer: "Begin to wonder what you do write about. Or if you have anything to say. Or if there is even such a thing as a thing to say. Limit these thoughts to no more than ten...""
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Moore and Galloway's "We Were Soldiers Once?And Young", 2005.
This paper reviews the book "We Were Soldier's Once...And Young: Ia Drang: The Battle that Changed the War in Vietnam" by Lt. General Harold G. Moore and James Galloway, who accompanied the battalion on its tour.
810 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 0 sources, AU$ 41.95
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This paper explains that the book "We Were Soldier's Once...And Young: Ia Drang: The Battle that Changed the War in Vietnam" by Lt. General Harold G. Moore and James Galloway is a record of a group of soldiers who, under exceptional, inspirational leadership, fought not only against the enemy but also against the odds of their own survival. The author points out that the story focuses on the relationship between then Lt. Colonel Harold G. Moore and the 450 men who composed the 1st battalion, 7th Calvary and chronicles their horrific journey together as they were dropped into the Ia Drang Valley for the first battle of the Vietnam War and one of the first major military helicopter operations in history. The paper states that what also makes this book significant is that Moore and Galloway recount each man's death in individual dignity.
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"A few different factors affected troop levels. The first was that President Lyndon B. Johnson did not declare a state of emergency and extended the active dusty tours of draftees and reserve officers. Thus, anyone with less than 60 days or less remaining on their tour would not be sent to battle. This removed at least 100 young men from Moore's battalion. The tour of duty was decreed to be 12-13 months, which meant that troops had precious little time to cement emotional and psychological bonds with the men fighting beside them. Additionally, there was a six month limit on battalion and brigade command. The men who would not be going to battle were the experienced men."
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Michael Moore's "Fahrenheit 9/11", 2005.
An analysis of Michael Moore's film, "Fahrenheit 9/11" using the theories of Max Weber, Emile Durkheim and Karl Marx.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 5 sources, APA, AU$ 80.95
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This paper uses Michael Moore's documentary film, "Fahrenheit 9/11" to discuss the theories of Max Weber, Emile Durkheim and Karl Marx. The paper discusses Moore's portrayal of President George W. Bush and his response to 9/11 and contends that Weber's theories are the most relevant ones to the film since they can best be applied to Moore's central concept in the film.
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"Michael Moore's film, "Fahrenheit 9/11", has been described as an attempt on the part of the filmmaker to unseat a president. The film stresses what Moore saw as President George W. Bush's ineptitude in responding to the September 11th terrorist attack against the United States. As film critic John Petrakis puts it, Moore portrays the president as village idiot, a man who is in so far over his head that his only recourse is to take vacation after vacation, leaving the day-to-day running of the office..."
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Henry Moore, 2002.
An introduction to the sculpture of artist Henry Moore, his art style and the events that affected his work.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 34.95
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The paper discusses Henry Moore, an influential English abstract sculptor, who lived from 1898 to 1986. The paper presents his family and educational background that helped form and mold his art. The author feels that Moore's prime concern was the material; he loved working in stone and used it almost exclusively in his work.
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"Moore's artistic talent was discovered early when an art teacher took interest in his work while he was still in secondary school. His family did not encourage him in his artistic pursuits; and so he began his career as a teacher and then went into the army. In 1919, he received a grant to study for two years at the Leeds School of Art. Here he discovered a book by Roger Fry called "Vision and Design", which changed forever the way he looked at art. Fry's book showed him less traditional forms of art such as Mexican sculpture and Negro art."
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Michael Moore, 2005.
A discussion about the controversial opinions of American far-Left spokesperson and film maker, Michael Moore.
4,587 words (approx. 18.3 pages), 8 sources, MLA, AU$ 174.95
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This paper looks at some of the controversial and shocking statements and publications that are attributed to left-wing director, Michael Moore. The writer argues that, although many people in America hold the same views as Michael Moore and may discuss them among themselves, there are very few, far left-wing spokespersons in America. The paper looks at some of his most popular films and questions whether they are true documentaries or simple propaganda for his political views.
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"To consider this accusation let us use an example. FOX News?a clear right-wing mouthpiece?every hour of every day claims to be presenting America with a ?fair and balanced? account of the news. No honest person would ever believe that Fox News is unbiased. So, if we are to admit that FOX News is biased, are we then also forced to admit that what FOX News covers is not real news? No. Although FOX News may be very selective, and indeed biased in what news stories they choose to cover, it would be irrational to conclude that what they do cover is not the news. Similarly, just because Michael Moore chooses to reveal some facts in his films and not others, does not make it logical to conclude that his films are anything other than documentaries."
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Brian Moore's "Black Robe", 2002.
This paper examines Brian Moore's "Black Robe".
775 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 3 sources, AU$ 45.95
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The paper analyses how Moore deals with some of the central issues in the relationship between the French and Algonkian and Huron, especially the role of religion, social power, gender and disease. In many respects, Moore's portrayal is very accurate in the context of the historical circumstances of that time.
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The Sculpture of Henry Moore, 2002.
A review of the work of Henry Moore with a detailed look at a number of his sculptures.
1,223 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 60.95
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This paper is a review of the work of Henry Moore who had a long artistic career producing numerous sculptures. The writer reviews several pieces of his work. The paper presents Moore as a highly challenging artist whose work forces participation on the part of the viewer.
Table of Contents
?Reclining Woman?
?Reclining Figure?
?Family Group?
?Atomic Piece?/ ?Nuclear Energy?
?Knife Edge Mirror Two Piece?
?Sheep?
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Henry Moore?s long artistic career produced a multitude of sculptures with remarkably individualistic traits, although they are clearly the vision of a single creative mind. Their simplicity and mass combine with a curious gracefulness and lightness, making the viewer look closer and even attempt to interact with the work.
His sculpture ?Reclining Woman?, done in 1930 in Hornton stone, evokes the heavy power of his early works. Her big body is a series of undulating hills and simple peaks, like the rural countryside where Moore grew up.
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Blanche Taylor Moore Murder Case, 2002.
A look at the 1990 murder trial of Blanche Taylor Moore.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 5 sources, AU$ 77.95
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This six-page undergraduate paper examines and analyzes the 1990 murder trial of Blanche Taylor Moore in North Carolina for the poison murders or attempted murders of several people, including her father, first husband, first husband's mother, boyfriend, and second husband.
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Marianne Moore: A Moral Spiritual Poet., 2002.
The life, works and message of poet Marianne Moore.
1,275 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 9 sources, AU$ 71.95
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This paper discusses how Ms. Marianne Moore is a moral spiritual poet through the two poems "Sea Unicorns and "Land Unicorns".
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"Poetry" by Marianne Moore, 2002.
An analysis of Marianne Moore's poem, "Poetry".
870 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 44.95
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A paper which analyzes "Poetry" by Marianne Moore, beginning with an interpretation of its famous first line, "I too, dislike it". The paper also draws a comparison between "Poetry" and Wallace Stevens' "Of Modern Poetry".
From the Paper
"By reading these two great poems by these modern poets, the reader can relate to and understand the concepts behind what 'modern poetry' is all about. These two poems are totally different from each other, while their names are so much similar. The main reasons for the differences in content are obvious but the similarity of the names does throw a person off. Moore writes about the pseudo poets while Stevens' poem speaks about the passions of the human mind."
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Marianne Moore?s "Poetry", 2005.
An analysis of Marianne Moore's well-known poem, "Poetry".
816 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 2 sources, MLA, AU$ 43.95
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This paper analyzes Moore's poetic style, choice of wording, use of visual imagery and influences in her poem "Poetry" and explains that the poem is really about her feelings that the poetry popular during her time was insincere and dishonest.
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"Marianne Moore's well-known poem, Poetry, follows in her typical literary style. She is known for her trite, strong and exacting wording and Poetry is written along the same vein. She begins in an almost offhand manner with "I too, dislike it" (Moore) as if to put the reader at ease, telling them that she is not taking her life's work too seriously. Yet Moore is merely mocking her readers because she is quite serious about her criticism that is to follow. "
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Architectural Strategies of Charles W. Moore., 2002.
Describes the architectural design strategies of Charles Willard Moore, one of the most notable architects of the Post-Modern era.
2,150 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 5 sources, AU$ 116.95
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Three famed examples of Charles Willard Moore's ingenious work will be selected during the course of the paper and his core strategies will be described in that backdrop. During the course of the paper, an attempt will also be made to show how his work qualifies as belonging to the Post-Modern era of architecture.
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