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Gregory Nava's Film "El Norte", 1990.
This paper discusses the issue of culture clash between Latin America and the U.S.as seen in Gregory Nava's 1984 film "El Norte": Plot, characters and themes.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 4 sources, AU$ 115.95
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"This paper will be concerned with the issue of culture clash as seen in the film El Norte. This independent film was made in the United States in the year 1983. However, although it is an American film, El Norte is unusual because "eighty percent of the screenplay is in Spanish" (O'Brien 211). The film was directed by a Latino filmmaker named Gregory Nava. Nava's wife, Anne Thomas, produced the film, and Nava and Thomas together wrote the screenplay. El Norte is a fictional film which is based on a real social issue. Specifically, it deals with the plight of Central Americans who flee from the dictatorships of their homelands in the hopes of finding both refuge and opportunity in "the north," or America.
The first part of the film takes place in the tiny village of San Pedro in Guatemala. Enrique and Rosa are two young Indian ... "
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"El Norte" ( Gregory Nava ), 1999.
Examines plot, characters, setting & theme of 1983 film on the lives of Guatemalan peasants in homeland & in U.S.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 1 source, AU$ 57.95
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"In the film El Norte (Gregory Nava, 1983), the disparity in economic strength between two regions contributes to an ongoing flow of immigrants from Guatemala to the north, with Los Angeles being a preferred destination for those seeking economic advantage and a degree of political freedom. The people making this journey also find themselves moving from a traditional society, closely-knit and centered on community, to a major industrial city with different values and a shifting community structure. These immigrants leave Guatemala because of exploitation and find a different sort of exploitation in their new home.
There is a great contrast between the world from which these Guatemalan peasants come and the world to which they aspire. They come from villages in Guatemala where people pursue a.."
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Film: "El Norte", 2008.
Looks at the issues of multiculturalism, as presented in Gregory Nava's 1983 film "El Norte".
1,215 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 1 source, APA, AU$ 60.95
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This paper explains that, although the film's setting is not the same as today, Gregory Nava's film, "El Norte", is still an important work because it provides a periodical anthology of the migrant question as well as a background for today's multicultural issues. The author points out that a study of the film reveals not only the developments in the perceptions regarding immigration but also the growth of niche cultural groups from the perspective of both the original and adoptive societies. The paper relates how the movie depicts the Xuncax family, particularly Rosa and Enrique, in their quest to find their way and to establish a new life in the United States. The author underscores that, today, the migration of cultural differences remain a dominant issue in the U.S. society.
Table of Contents:
"El Norte" and Multiculturalism
Immigrants or Refugees
Challenges and Implications
Acculturation
Immigration Policies and "El Norte"
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"The siblings both offer perspectives on the institutions that migrants have to deal with. Rosa's perspective is that their journey north has only led them from death to greater poverty and questioning if they have a place anywhere in the world except in death. Enrique reflects the sentiment that he is considered simply a factor of production, a "strong arm", gaining no greater value than livestock or equipment. In either case, the siblings show that they see themselves apart from society, excluded by their circumstance and history."
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Gregory of Tours, 2001.
An examination of Saint Gregory of Tours's famous work, "History of the Frank People".
3,400 words (approx. 13.6 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 140.95
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This essays examines, in a scholarly fashion, these three schools of historical interpretation, with reference to both Gregory?s "History of the Frank People", as well as several 20th century contributions critiquing that work. The first section of the essay examines Gregory?s intellectual influences regarding his histories and his role as Bishop of Tours; the second section examines postmodern interpretations of Gregory as a bishop and as a historian; the third section examines the social history of Gregory?s time and how it affected his work, "The History of the Franks".
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"Several schools of historiography may be examined to determine the historical significance of Gregory?s work, The History of the Franks. Most of the historiography dealing with Gregory?s work has been recorded in the twentieth century. Historians such as Walter Goffart, Lewis Thorpe, Patrick J. Geary, Kevin Knight, Jean-Jacques Ampere, Emil H. Walter, and M. L. W. Laistner are all influenced by, and critical of Gregory?s Histories. These historians all discuss Gregory?s writings in accordance with various schools of historical interpretation including intellectual history, postmodern history, and from a socialist historical perspective."
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Derek Gregory's "The Colonial Present", 2007.
This paper reviews Derek Gregory's book "The Colonial Present: Afghanistan, Palestine, Iraq", which examines the war on terror based on the history of U.S. and British involvement in the region going back decades.
1,735 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 82.95
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This paper explains that Derek Gregory, in "The Colonial Present", spends much of the book describing the actions of Britain and the U.S. in trying to impose control over the peoples of the region. The author points out that former colonial regions of the world are virtually all encumbered today by tensions and state failures because of the condition these regions were left in when the colonial powers withdrew. The paper states that the Middle East, which has been of strategic importance to both countries for some time, often served as a staging ground for conflicts with the Soviet Union; however, the way the West has related to the Middle East has changed since 9-11. The author criticizes that Gregory, a geographer, does not delve deeply into the internal divisions now causing the factional war in Iraq.
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"Many of the states in the Middle East are marked by repressive policies, violations of human rights, and non-democratic cultures. The irony is that most of these regimes were set up or propped up by Britain, France, and the United States in decades past, a fact which Gregory says means that the U.S. and the other nations area not innocent, which also helps explain the anger now directed at the West by the Arab world. Gregory notes how many people are asking questions about the guilt of the West and the response of the Middle East, and he says he does not intend to decide which view is correct but only to note the dichotomy they produce."
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Pope Gregory VII (A.D. 1015-1085), 2005.
This paper discusses the power struggle between Pope Gregory VII and King Henry IV.
1,760 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 5 sources, APA, AU$ 82.95
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This paper explains that the Church led by Pope Gregory VII was very politically active in 11th century Europe: They ultimately had the power to exile an Emperor of an entire Empire. The author points out that this created a long time rivalry between the two powers, the sacred and the secular worlds. The paper concludes that, although his reforms had not gone 100% to plan, they put a system of ideas in place for which Pope Gregory VII must be well valued and respected because his expressions and ideas are still common place in today's society.
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"Gregory felt that Emperors of the time were very deficient as rulers, for he felt they lacked the intelligence and common sense to rule an Empire. He felt because of family ties, and the inadequate father-son rulings that the rulers were corrupting society. For the most part he felt these rulers were very greedy and participated in very immoral behavior. He knew they were using their power to their advantage and felt it was not right. In the second letter to Hermann, Bishop of Metz he states: "what then will happen to those who have caused death to thousands of persons for the sake of the glory of this world? "
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Gregory Hines, 2005.
A tribute to actor, dancer and choreographer, Gregory Hines.
1,228 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 60.95
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This paper looks at the life and contributions of Gregory Hines, one of the most highly acclaimed choreographers, dramatic and comic actors, singers and directors of his time. It explains how his childhood and upbringing helped him develop the unique form of tap-dancing which became his trademark. The writer also mentions several of the shows that Hines was involved in.
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"The "Pied Piper of modern tap", Gregory Hines, died of liver cancer, on August 9th, 2003, at age 57, in Los Angeles. When he died, "the shock reverberated through a number of worlds (because) he had shone in so many ways" (Jowitt). Gregory Hines was not only a superb dancer, actor, director, and choreographer, but was also a major figure in the revitalization of tap dancing in the late 20th century, in America ("Hines, Gregory"). He was "noted for his virtuosity, rhythm, and expressive style, and was credited with having modernized the form and facilitated its return to motion pictures" ("Hines, Gregory Oliver"). In his honor, the lights of Broadway were dimmed three days after his untimely death (Brennan). It was a memorial to one of the most gifted artists to have ever graced Broadway."
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Gregory Bateson, 2003.
A discussion of the psychological theories of Gregory Bateson.
1,840 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 3 sources, APA, AU$ 92.95
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This paper deals with the theories of psychologist Gregory Bateson, primarily his theory of cybernetic epistemology. The paper begins by discussion the variables of the continuous process of interaction. The paper explores the mind as an integral part of the system, not a separate component. The paper also addresses the need for a holistic perspective of the world, and asks how this fits in with Bateson's theory of learning.
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"Drawing from the concept of cybernetics, Bateson proposed a different way of how people should perceive and think about the world. Instead of thinking in terms of the linear and limited cause-effect relationship, people should..."
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Gregory Crewdson, 2008.
An analysis of the style and work of photographer Gregory Crewdson.
1,337 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 64.95
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This paper discusses how Gregory Crewdson's work is planned and executed with perfection in mind and how what is revealed on paper is a moment of perfection that crosses with subjects in an imperfect world. It looks at how his photographs don't always make sense, and neither does life and how the mystery of a Crewdson's photograph can be haunting if a personal connection can be made to the picture.
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"A Crewdson photograph is made up of many components; some are small and hidden while some are so large that may not be noticed at first glance. One element that is in every photograph of Crewdson's and is always easily found in the frame is a person. More times than not it is a single person, but other times it will be a whole handful. Regardless of how many people are used they all have one common trait; they have the same blank stare on their faces. This emotionless portrait is difficult to read when just examining the characters faces. What is essential to consider is their body language, it is the best clue at deciphering each photo's story. For instance in plate number 7, a man and woman are getting ready for bed in the bedroom. Their faces say little, but their bodies say everything. "
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"The History Of The Franks" ( Gregory Of Tours ) and "The Life Of Charlemagne" ( Einhard ), 1999.
Compares these works on the relationship between the King and the Church and their relative powers in the Medieval Period.
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"The relationship between the King and the Church in the Medieval Period varied somewhat according to the country involved. Differences can be perceived in the era of the Franks as depicted in the book by Gregory of Tours, The History of the Franks and in the world of Charlemagne as depicted by Einhard in his The Life of Charlemagne.
During the era described by Gregory of Tours, the church was in the process of establishing itself in Europe and was working on guiding the people and their leaders slowly away from the pagan ideologies that had prevailed to that time.
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"The relationship between the King and the Church in the Medieval Period varied somewhat according to the country involved. Differences can be perceived in the era of the Franks as depicted in the book by Gregory of Tours, The History of the Franks and in the world of Charlemagne as depicted by Einhard in his The Life of Charlemagne.
During the era described by Gregory of Tours, the church was in the process of establishing itself in Europe and was working on guiding the people and their leaders slowly away from the pagan ideologies that had prevailed to that time. Religion is a major theme in the book by Gregory, which is not surprising since he himself was a cleric and would become a bishop. He notes how the Christians were persecuted by the Vandals and others: "At this period the churches of God were assailed with..."
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"Who's Afraid of Human Cloning?" by Gregory Pence, 2002.
An analysis of the book.
1,810 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 85.95
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This paper discusses the book by Gregory Pence about human cloning. The author analyzes his work and argues that the writer stresses the importance of human cloning and criticizes all those who take an opposing stand. A discussion of the scientific background on the subject and an argument for the scientific breakthrough.
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?Who?s Afraid of Human Cloning by Gregory Pence discusses human cloning and dispels myths. The author takes the state that human cloning is perfectly fine. In fact he states that most arguments against human cloning are unsound. He calls people who say that cloning is repulsive ignorant. ?The reason why this point is important is that so much of the condemnation of human cloning is not based on arguments. Most of it consists of a conditioned ?yuck factor.? (Pence 6).?
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"Arms Control: Toward the 21st Century" ( Eds Jeffrey Larsen & Gregory Rattray ), 1999.
Reviews collection of articles on U.S. military spending during & after the Cold War, looking at global security, demilitarization options and nuclear arms.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 5 sources, AU$ 92.95
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" The issue of military spending and the size and power of the military-industrial complex has been argued heatedly for decades, but the discussion has shifted decidedly in favor of down-sizing the military and reducing military-oriented spending significantly since the dissolution of the Soviet Union and the breakup of the Eastern bloc. The end of the Cold War has given impetus to efforts at reducing military expenditures across the board. Ever since World War II, the size of the military budget has been tied to fears of Communist aggression and the perception that the Communist nations were intent on spreading their ideology to every other nation of the world. The disintegration of the Soviet empire has not removed all of the threats from the world stage, and indeed that disintegration has itself created new tensions in some parts of the world as ethnic groups long.."
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Origen and Gregory Of Nyssa, 1995.
Discusses the major theological views of these early Christian writers.
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"This paper is a study of two writers who helped to lay the groundwork for Christian theology. The first, Origen, was one of the most influential early writers on the meaning of the scriptures and the basic underpinnings of Christian thought. He wrote at the time when Christianity itself was just beginning to take hold throughout the Roman empire. Fighting against paganism and Judaic traditions, followers of this new religion were also struggling with fundamental questions, and Origen's clearly thought-out answers bridged the gap between the old and the new. His thinking continues to influence modern theologians, especially regarding the nature of evil, sin, and free will. A hundred years later, Christianity had come to dominate the empire, and Gregory, Bishop of Nyssa, elaborated on Origen's seminal writing on these subjects. A sampling of these two ..."
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Assimilation, 2007.
A comparison of the experiences of the protagonists in the book "Pocho," by Jose Antonio Villarreal and the film "My Family," directed by Gregory Nava.
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This paper introduces, discusses and analyzes the book "Pocho," by Jose Antonio Villarreal and the film "My Family," directed by Gregory Nava. Specifically, it discusses the process of assimilation into American life that the protagonist in the book undergoes and compares it with the assimilation of the character of "Paco" (the narrator) in the film. The paper discusses the similarities and differences between these two characters and their experiences.
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"The book ends with many questions, and the only certainty is that Richard will not come back to Santa Clara. Perhaps he does not survive the war. Paco did, and became a writer as he dreamed he would. The reader has to hope Richard survives too, because he has a voice for his people that should be heard. It is interesting that both men enlisted to fight for America, making them even more American in their souls. They fought for their country because of patriotism, love, and many other complex reasons. It is what young American men did during World War II. These men, despite their upbringing and heritage, were true Americans, and they both show it in their need to defend their country during times of trouble."
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El Nino and Business, 2002.
A discussion of the positive and negative effects of the weather condition known as El Nino on business.
1,173 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 59.95
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This paper introduces and discusses the effect on business of El Ni?o, the name Peruvian fishermen gave the warm currents that would show up every few years just before Christmas. It shows how each occurance of the phenomena causes enormous damage in personal and business loss and causes flooding, property damage, crop damage and warming in some areas of the country.
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Introduction
Thesis statement and definition of El Ni?o
Positive affects of El Ni?o
Agriculture
Decreased energy costs
Less snow removal, more jobs
Not as bad as previous El Ni?o
Negative affects of El Ni?o
NOAA results
Less heating costs in Northeast
Damage to crops
Higher prices
Affects to construction
Drought in Hawaii
Ski resorts lose income
Conclusion
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"The weather phenomenon known as El Niסo can both adversely and positively affect the business of a particular area. "In the 1982-83 El Niסo, floods did $1.2 billion worth of damage, and the following year's drought cost farmers $10 billion, but consumers in the Northeast saved a tidy $2.5 billion on heating bills" (Armstrong and Veomett 33). Since this is a reoccurring activity, business people should learn from prior events, and protect themselves from damage, destruction, and lost income as best they can. There are insurance policies available for some businesses, and they may be worth the cost in the worst-case scenario."
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'In Search of Respect: Selling Crack in El Barrio', 2006.
An analysis of Phillipe Bourgois' representation of gendered identity in his anthropological field study, "In Search of Respect: Selling Crack in El Barrio".
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 3 sources, AU$ 90.95
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While Phillippe Bourgois' anthropological field study "In Search of Respect: Selling Crack in El Barrio" is heavily focused on issues of class, culture and economics in East Harlem, the issue of gender relations and gender construction within this cultural frame is also a prominent theme. This paper critically examines Bourgois' representation of gendered identity and how gender is constructed in El Barrio through public displays of forms of masculinity and femininity. It is argued that as traditional Puerto Rican patriarchal authority appears to be collapsing in El Barrio, the residents are improvising new gendered identities.
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