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"Gravity's Rainbow: The Musical", 2002.
Explores the novel "Gravity's Rainbow" by Thomas Pynchon.
723 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 37.95
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The paper examines the novel "Gravity Rainbow" by contemporary American author, Thomas Pynchon, which fictionalizes a theater-going experience. The paper discusses Pynchon's use of musical elements in his novel and the way they are interspersed in the storyline. Finally, it examines the possibility of creating a screenplay based on "Gravity Rainbow" and shows why such a move would not be successful.
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"There are a few new variables that come into play if the reader is to take the theater references seriously. The foremost one is the introduction of anew perspective, anew point of view: the audience. In previous works, Pynchon has always tried to play to the masses. He allows for multiple impressions and ideas, and pays lip service to as many as feasible. In The Crying of Lot 49, for instance, a reader can pursue a the story from several individual angles only to arrive at one conclusion: that the answer is being held just beyond the last page. In Gravity's Rainbow, Pynchon continues to play these mind games with the reader by handing them multiple impressions over various characters and situations in the form of multiple narrative voices, interspersing the thoughts of several character in the mainstream of one dominant voice. This is most prevalent in the first chapter, where most of the characters are introduced. The readers' perceptions are colored from the onset of the story. Naturally, most of the theatrical references are scattered in this section. Everything slides into place for chapter two, the credits are over, and the movie rolls."
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Thomas Pynchon?s "Gravity?s Rainbow", 2002.
This paper discusses the social placement of Americans in the National Book Award winner ?Gravity?s Rainbow? by Thomas Pynchon.
520 words (approx. 2.1 pages), 3 sources, AU$ 26.95
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This paper examines the character Slothrop in Pynchon?s ?Gravity?s Rainbow?, who has dropped his social placement in Europe because he is an American. The paper points out that when Slothrop's parents lost their money during the depression, he was forced to affiliate himself with the poor and he now speaks in the American vernacular which automatically orients him to the lower class. The author observed that Pynchon?s use of vernacular language extends beyond dialogue and carries over into the narrative voice.
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"Two Americans who do seem to possess a degree of respect in the novel that others do not are Bodine and Waxwing. They command respect because of their various connections throughout Europe. They have the demeanor of businessmen who offer a degree of utility to the other characters, which posits them in a category of power. However, both men's activities are criminal and underworldly, suggesting that people give them respect out of fear instead of in response to their character. Their actual power through criminal intimidation overrides the familiarity of their vernacular."
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David Leavitt's ?Gravity?, 2005.
This paper discusses David Leavitt's "Gravity", a story of the relationship between a young man dying of AIDS and his mother.
1,010 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 0 sources, AU$ 51.95
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This paper explains that the title of David Leavitt's book "Gravity" represents the double motif in the story, which are the finality of his last days of life and the effect this has on his mother and the inevitable force that spares no one. The author points out that gravity is a universal force and the cause of virtually all deterioration of both human beings and their structures; although others may not die of the same disease that will take Theo, they all will die eventually. The paper relates that gravity also has a metaphysical and psychological meaning because it is the force that pulls down toward the earth and must be must be reckoned with just as Theo's mother is willing to defy gravity as long as she needs to be a source of support for Theo.
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"Theo has come home to his mother's house to die, and in a recollection he describes his first experience at the theater, enhanced by his mother's putting her own glasses on her son to enable him to see the action clearly. He wonders how deeply his mother is affected by his current condition and the various inconveniences and unpleasantries associated with his care, performed by his mother with no show of emotion. As the two attempt to engage in the normal activities of everyday life as much as possible, they enter a gift shop to buy a wedding present for his cousin. Theo's mother has always engaged in a competition with her sister, Bibi, regarding their sons. Bibi has only given Theo trivial gifts, so she wants to buy a suitably impressive gift to show her up."
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Concrete Gravity Dams, 2007.
An overview of the design and function of concrete gravity dams.
1,954 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 12 sources, MLA, AU$ 90.95
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This paper discusses how concrete gravity dams are effective in most part due to their extreme size and weight, which counters all external forces, and how, used for many things, dams such as these can generate enormous amounts of hydropower and create massive reservoirs when necessary. Although dams do pose a certain amount of risk on the environment and those living around them, the positive aspects of dams seem to outweigh this risk.This paper explores the design behind concrete gravity dams, including but not limited to hydropower uses, effective external and internal forces, dam site selection, and many other related topics.
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"Throughout the history of dams, many failures have been attributed to weaknesses in the concrete used in the construction of the dam. Because the concrete is the main component in most large dams, it is important that it meets certain standards. Concrete is susceptible to deterioration, especially if it is constantly freezing and thawing (Jansen 109). It is important, when designing a concrete gravity dam, to recognize that the concrete will become saturated over time. When the Saint Francis Dam collapsed in 1928 less than two years after it had been built, it was found that the engineers had not implemented into the design the idea that the concrete would become saturated and therefore become less effective. For this reason, among others, the resultant vector of the forces acting on the dam was misplaced (outside of the middle third of the foot) and the dam eventually collapsed (Jansen 181). In later investigations, the concrete was also found to have a void ratio of 14%, which would increase the degree of saturation (Jansen 179). "
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"In Defiance of Gravity", 2004.
An analysis of the "Harper's Magazine" article, "In Defiance of Gravity: Writing, Wisdom and the Fabulous Club Gemini," written by Tom Robbins.
1,346 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 65.95
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This paper discusses Tom Robbins's article, "In Defiance of Gravity: Writing, Wisdom and the Fabulous Club Gemini," as it appeared in "Harper's Magazine". The paper examines how Robbins takes a serious look at the lack of playfulness and cosmic wisdom in Western literature. The paper explains that he uses his personal experience to emphasize how important this element is. Robbins's article is effective because he is taking a serious event in his life and using it as a teaching tool.
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"Robbins also calls this playfulness "crazy wisdom" (Robbins), which is "the opposite of conventional wisdom" (Robbins). While this mindset might be difficult and unpopular, it is something to which we should strive. This can be seen in Robbins own experience on the bridge. Something as simple as a cat's meow triggered something in his memory that caused him to think of this playful state of mind. It was not something that Robbins set out to do on the bridge but the moment changed his life and how he thinks about life and writing. It is interesting because if Robbins had not been on the bridge, he might not have had this revelation. Strangely, he had to be at one extreme point in his life to see another extreme aspect of living. Without the desperation that led him to the bridge, he might not have had the insight or courage to realize what he did."
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Gravity and Velocity, 2005.
A discussion of two physics experiments about gravity and velocity.
2,300 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 2 sources, APA, AU$ 114.95
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This paper presents two physics experiments. The first experiment is measuring gravity using Atwood's machine, a system of weights and pulleys. The second experiment is measuring velocity using a collision experiment with a ball rolling down an incline. The paper presents the methodology, theoetical calculations and experimental calculations.
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Human Diamagnetism Gravity Antenna Levitation, 2002.
This paper explores the scientific phenomenon of levitation.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 2 sources, AU$ 38.95
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Long thought of as a simple conjuring trick, an optical illusion, or something only deep meditation could bring about, levitation is now gaining validation and respect as a legitimate scientific event. Researchers in the field of levitation are now discovering that levitation is brought about by certain magnetic forces which are focused through the use of a human conduit or "antenna." This paper looks at techniques for achieving levitation and the scientific principles behind the phenomenon.
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Music in "The Crying of Lot 49", 2002.
Discusses how Thomas Pynchon incorporates themes and images of classic and popular music in his work, especially "The Crying of Lot 49".
1,540 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 73.95
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This paper shows how Pynchon?s use of music is not limited to just one of his novels but makes a profound impact on all his works, most noticeably "Gravity?s Rainbow" and the book selected for this paper, "The Crying of Lot 49". It is Pynchon's love for sounds that made him comment on ?modern and unreal? classical and popular music into his books including the most accessible of his works, ?The Crying of Lot 49?.
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"The way music is presented in this novel can be understood from the following lines taken from Gravity?s Rainbow, "Imagine this very elaborate scientific lie: that sound cannot travel through outer space. Well, but suppose it can. Suppose They don't want us to know there is a medium there, what used to be called an "aether," which can carry sound to every part of the Earth. The Soniferous Aether." - Gravity's Rainbow, p. 695. Pynchon urges us to ask ourselves what if music similarly is not really what it appears to be on the surface? What if the bands and their popular music are just manifestations of something more solid but obscure? What if music as we know is only as fragile in substance as the reality that we encounter each day? Complex as they may sound, these are the questions that Pynchon poses when he discusses music in his novel, ?The Crying of Lot 49?."
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"The Rainbow", 2004.
An analysis of the theme of tenderness in "The Rainbow" by D.H. Lawrence.
1,610 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 9 sources, MLA, AU$ 80.95
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This paper examines the novel "The Rainbow" by D.H. Lawrence and in particular the them of tenderness in the setting and action of the novel. It also looks at the characters of the Brangwen family and tensions within the family unit.
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"The notion that there is no kindness or tenderness in D H Lawrence's characters cannot be supported by a careful reading of The Rainbow though it may be accurate to say that the shape of tender feeling expressed by the characters lacks the ease and comfort.."
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"The Rainbow", 2002.
Brief biography of D. H. Lawrence and discussion of his book, "The Rainbow".
2,605 words (approx. 10.4 pages), 8 sources, MLA, AU$ 113.95
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This paper is based on a book titled, ?The Rainbow?, by D. H. Lawrence. The paper discusses the main plot, characterization ,and the themes and symbolism apparent in the book. The paper also gives a brief outline about the life and works of D. H. Lawrence and his contribution to British literature.
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"The Rainbow by D. H. Lawrence is a family chronicle spanning over a period from 1840 to 1905 and narrates the story of three generations of a rural English family, the Brangwens. The book focuses on five main characters. However, The Rainbow is not just a simple family history. It touches many themes and topics like gender conflict, quest for identity and individualism, sexual preferences etc."
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"The Rainbow", 2004.
An analysis of the female characters in D.H. Lawrence's novel "The Rainbow".
1,380 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 2 sources, MLA, AU$ 68.95
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This paper provides an assessment of D.H. Lawrence's novel "The Rainbow" that demonstrates how the female characters in the novel exhibit kindness and tenderness that binds individuals, family and community.
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"The Rainbow", 2002.
A literary review of D.H. Lawrence's "The Rainbow".
2,547 words (approx. 10.2 pages), 8 sources, MLA, AU$ 112.95
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This paper presents a review of the novel ?The Rainbow? by D. H. Lawrence. The paper discusses the main plot, characterization and the themes and symbolism apparent in the book. The paper also provides a brief outline of the life and additional works of D. H. Lawrence and his contribution to British literature. The paper focuses on the many themes and topics of the novel including gender conflict, the quest for identity and individualism as well as sexual preferences.
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"David Herbert Richards Lawrence was born on September 11, 1885 at Eastwood in Nottinghamshire, the son of Arthur Lawrence, a coalminer and Lydia Lawrence, a former schoolmistress. He was frequently ill as a child, spent much of his childhood confined to his bed, and grew up in considerable poverty. He was especially close to his mother, a fact that can easily be seen in his early life and work. Living in near poverty his mother was determined that he should not become a miner like his father. Instead she encouraged him academically."
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"The Rainbow" and "Women in Love", 2001.
An analysis of D.H. Lawrence modern literary style as opposed to the old one.
2,550 words (approx. 10.2 pages), 4 sources, AU$ 112.95
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This paper examines the new literary style in D. H. Lawrence's novels The Rainbow and Women in Love. These novels depict characters that undergo a transformation process by which are transformed into citizens of the modern, urban world, become more sophisticated and search for connections and relationships that replace old ones.
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"D.H. Lawrence?s The Rainbow, published in 1915, remains a compelling and moving story about the different ways in which people can become imprisoned in their lives and the strength of both social convention and the expectations of others. And yet there is also in this novel, which was denounced as obscene when it was published, a sense of the strength that individuals possess to make their own way. Lawrence?s novel must thus be considered modern in two senses: both in the style of writer that the author uses throughout and in the world that he depicts. The old order of both literary style and social hierarchy were being if not quite destroyed by the Great War then certainly badly damaged by it and Lawrence?s writings were part of the new world order that was being created at the moment of this novel?s birth."
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Conceptualizing the Rainbow, 2001.
This paper attempts to answer the question, can blind people conceptualize color?
1,875 words (approx. 7.5 pages), 6 sources, AU$ 86.95
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This paper analyzes the question through philosophical, medical, and semantic rationale. It shows why many would argue against the fact that blind people can technically visualize color, but it also contends that many blind people have vividly described color and the how it effects all the senses.
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"The question at hand is, ?Do blind people (from birth) have a concept of color?? In answering this fairly, I must be extremely careful not to think myself superior, nor to dare think that I know better what is happening inside the mind of my blind neighbor than she herself may do. However, this is a question that seems to have long plagued philosophy, and it remains a profound metaphor for the relationship between experience and understanding. Therefore, it must be approached with both an eye to the actual experiences and thoughts of those who have been born blind, and to the long held ideas of science and philosophy."
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The Newtonian Universe, 2004.
This paper studies the Newtonian Universe, laws of gravity, the development of calculus, the laws of motion and the idea of the clockwork universe.
1,582 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 4 sources, MLA, AU$ 80.95
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This paper looks at the Newtonian Universe, laws of gravity, the development of calculus, the laws of motion and the idea of the clockwork universe.
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"Sir Isaac Newton was considered by many the most important figure in the development of modern science, and his accomplishments covered a broad scope, from fundamental contributions to physics and astronomy, to the invention in parallel with Liebnitz of the mathematical field of calculus and Newtonian mechanics which came to be regarded as the ultimate explanatory science. Sir Isaac Newton changed the understanding of the universe with his three laws of motion."
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Effects of Weightlessness, 2001.
A scientific research of the gravity and weightlessness of humans in space.
1,020 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 1 source, AU$ 52.95
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This is a paper that summarizes the observations of journalist, Glenn Zorpette, who accompanied engineering majors from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) who studied heat convection in artificial gravity by building a spinning assembly that produces centrifugal force in a test cell.
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"The scientific research was conducted in the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's world-renowned Vomit Comet, a KC-135A aircraft that is flown so as to provide weightlessness in 25-second snippets. The plane is usually used for research conducted on a professional basis but undergraduate students are allowed to make use of the plane and conduct studies related to weightlessness. "
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