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The Hells? Angels, 2006.
An analysis of the Hells' Angels motorcycle gang, with reference to their media attention.
2,245 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 101.95
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The paper traces the early development of motorcycle gangs that led to the founding of the Hells' Angels. The paper contrasts different peoples' and groups' perceptions of, and analyzes the bases of their antipathy for, or support of, the gang. It reviews media attention the gang has garnered, including the period when author Hunter Thompson rode with the gang, and the book which he eventually wrote about that time. It also mentions other books written by member of the gang themselves, and includes some anecdotes about various notorious gang members. In conclusion, the writer expresses the feeling that if the Hells' Angels had better portrayed themselves at an earlier stage, they would not be so despised today.
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"The Hell's Angels may be the largest motorcycle gang, but they were not the first. "The Booze Fighters" were the first of what was to become a new breed of motorcyclists, the outlaw gang. During one fourth of July celebration in 1947, they lived up (or down) to their name, and terrorized the agricultural town of Hollister, California. This not only got them into the news, but got their story eventually into the movies, with a film entitled "The Wild One." Three years later, in another small California city called Fontana, some other young motorcyclists saw the reports in newspapers and LIFE magazine, and decided to emulate the media's accounts of these outlaw bikers. This group took its name from a 1930s movie of the same name, that had nothing to do with motorcycles. Directed by Howard Hughes and starring Jean Harlow, it portrayed the exploits of a group of World War I fliers, calling themselves "The Hell's Angels."
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Hell's Angels, 2006.
An analysis of the Hell's Angels as an organized crime group.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 2 sources, AU$ 130.95
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This paper examines an organized crime group, stating that one home-grown group many might not see as an example of organized crime is the motorcycle group the Hell's Angels, though this is an example of an organized crime group that has been involved in a wide variety of types of crime and that has done so while creating a corporation-like organization to bring together different chapters under one leadership.
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"Organized crime has been a major issue for the criminal justice system for decades, though the types of gang involved have changed. Probably the best-known of the organized crime groups in America has been the Mafia or Cosa Nostra, which has also had a strong presence in Sicily and throughout Europe. That group developed among Italian immigrant groups by criminals seeking to take advantage of other immigrants. More recently, other immigrant groups have brought their particular brand of crime along with them and have formed new groups, many much more violent than the Mafia, and many structured around the drug trade."
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Hunter S. Thompson and the Media in "Hell's Angels", 2005.
This paper studies Hunter S. Thompson's ideas in his book "Hell's Angels".
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 46.95
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In this article, the writer discusses Hunter S. Thompson's ideas about the media, as indicated in his 1966 book, Hell's Angels. The writer looks at the media of today and considers the proposition that these thoughts of Hunter S. Thompson are still relevant to the current society.
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"The media help create and continuously reinforce the social scripts that adolescents act out in their daily lives. Much of what goes on in entertainment movies and TV is a reflection of what goes on in the news. The media echo messages young people hear at school, in particular themes of violence and sex are constantly reinforced. The report was colorful, interesting, heavily biased and consistently alarming-just the sort of thing to ... "
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The Hell's Angels, 2006.
A discussion of the motorcycle gang, the Hell's Angels, including organizational history and criminal history.
2,162 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 7 sources, MLA, AU$ 98.95
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This paper discusses some of the attributes of the criminal group, the Hell's Angles. It discusses the organizational history of the motorcycle gang, as well as their structure and members. It then goes on to describe their criminal history and their more current activities. The paper also describes law enforcement strategies with regards to the Hell's Angles.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
History of the Hells Angels
Structure
Participants
Activities
Law Enforcement Strategies
Conclusion
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"Motorcycle gangs are known to have formed after WWII. Motorcycles were cheap in the 1940's, and former military personnel formed up on weekends riding and partying together. Two of the first such fraternities were the Pissed Off Bastards and the Booze Fighters, groups that established early the notoriety of the outlaw biker image. In 1947, at an American Motorcycle Association convention in the drowsy town of Hollister, Calif., the Pissed Off Bastards rode in drunk, wild and destructive, landing as if behind enemy lines with a belly full of TNT. (Jamison, 2000)."
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Angels, Lucifer and the Harrowing of Hell, 2003.
An examination of art, ideology and doctrine in the early Middle Ages.
1,421 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 3 sources, APA, AU$ 69.95
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Angels are among the most recognizable Christian iconography. The paper looks at the representation of angels in medieval literature and art including that of Lucifer, the angel who led the rebellion of the angels in heaven.
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"Lucifer, the angel who led the rebellion of the angels in heaven, is referred to as the 'Light-Bearer'. Page three of the Junius manuscript shows his descent into the mouth of hell. Lucifer's feet, arms, and neck are chained, which corresponds with St. Peter's description of the fallen angels. The chains are fixed to the teeth of the mouth of hell. The entrance to Hell is typically represented in art as a beast's mouth. This could be a deferral to Classical art and literature, where the beast Cerberus guarded the gates to the Underworld. Cerberus was generally described as a three headed dog with serpent's tail and other beastly features. Whilst Lucifer is chained at the mouth of hell in the Junius depiction, the other rebel angels are pictured still falling towards the beast. They are illustrated in various stages of undress, with their bodies contorted uncomfortably."
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Angels, 2004.
An examination of angels and their purpose in life and religion.
1,927 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 89.95
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This paper provides a review of the relevant literature to determine the origin of angels, whether humans can become angels, and the duty or purpose of angels. It examines some angelic interactions with people from Genesis to Revelation and discusses whether angels should be worshipped or prayed to. It also looks at how humanity in general should live in light of this doctrine.
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Introduction
Review and Discussion
Can Humans Become Angels?
Duty or Purpose of Angels
Angelic Interaction with People from Genesis to Revelation
Should Angels be Worshipped or Prayed To?
How Should Humanity Live in the Light of this Doctrine
Conclusion
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"The primary function of angels is to praise and serve God and do his will. This is true of angels in both Christianity and Zoroastrianism, as well as in Judaism and Islam. The purpose of angels in the early accounts appears to be connected with the views of theologians who recognized the need for human forms and voices to convey the presence of the unseen God. ?In these stories, it is through angels that divine help comes to men. Abraham could promise his servant, about to set out on his search for a wife for Isaac, that ?the Lord, the God of heaven . . . will send his angel with you . . . and prosper your way?? (Genesis, chapter 24). Similarly, in his dream at Bethel, Jacob saw ?a ladder set up on the earth, and the top of it reached to heaven, and behold the angels of God were ascending and descending on it,? suggesting that a primary purpose of angels was to deliver earthly news to heaven, thereby confirming their responsibilities as messengers (Genesis, chapter 28)."
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Angels in Catholic Doctrine, 2007.
An analysis of the history and duties of angels in this world according to Catholic doctrine.
2,700 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 117.95
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This paper discusses angels and the way that they are portrayed in Catholic doctrine. The paper begins with a general definition and discussion of the history of angels in religion. The paper goes on to discuss various opinions regarding the duties of angels and then discusses the references to angels in Scriptures. The paper concludes by discussing faith and belief in angels as they are not obviously visible in this world.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Angels and Cosmological Order
Angelic Offices
Freedom and Free Will in Angels: The Problem of Evil
Angels in Scripture
Angels as Guardians
Archangels
Faith
Conclusion/Further Thoughts
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"Belief in Angels is ultimately an act of faith because Angels are, in Pope John Paul II's words, "not proper to the visible world." However, their invisibility does not preclude their de facto existence, according to Catholic doctrine. Angels are presumed to exist, as they were created by God no differently than God created mankind. Their occasional appearance in bodily form may serve as some sort of proof for their existence, as does their presence throughout scripture. Catholic doctrine explicitly avers the existence of Angels, though they may be unseen. Angels exist in "truth," and their existence has been upheld by the Fourth Lateran Council as well as the First Vatican Council (Pope John Paul II). Therefore belief in Angels can be considered central to Catholic faith."
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Angels, 2005.
A discussion regarding the angels, and the role they play in this world or the world to come.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 5 sources, AU$ 77.95
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This paper discusses the existence of angels and their duties. According to this paper, people have reported that angels have protected them and guided them throughout difficult times. Are these reports true? Are angels real? When were angels created? What duties do they have? Studying angels is important to determine whether they do indeed exist, when and why they appear to different people and their role in the relationship with mankind and God.
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"Please God! Help me!" cried Chantal Lakey when he lost his footing on the Oregon coast. Then he saw a cloud of angels that helped him to climb down the mountain (Woodward and Underwood 52). Statistics show that many people believe in angels. "While the portion of Americans who believe in God has remained relatively steady at upward of 90 percent, increasing numbers of Americans also believe in heaven, hell, angels and the devil" (Rising Belief 14). More women believe in angels than men with the statistics showing 84% of women believing in angels compared to 72% of men (Rising Belief 14). People have reported that angels have protected them and guided them throughout difficult times. Are these reports true? Are angels real? When were angels created? What duties do they have?"
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LA Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, 2008.
This is a descriptive essay on the Los Angeles Cathedral called, Our Lady of the Angels.
1,186 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 59.95
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This paper describes the Los Angeles Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels as one of the newest major construction projects of the Catholic Church. The paper relates that the Los Angeles Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels is what the Church calls a "Mother Church" and that it holds an integral position as the lead church in a very large regional parishionership, with more than 300 parish churches under its jurisdiction, in the archdiocese. The paper then describes the grand architecture, parishioners and management of this particular church.
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"According to the church's official website it was built to host at least 3,000 parishioners and holds mass in 45 languages, stressing the multiculturalism of the region and city. On a regular basis the church offers mass in English and Spanish on weekdays as well as traditionally on Sundays, several times a day. Monday through Friday the cathedral offers two services, one beginning at 7 am and one at 12.10 pm, both in English. On Sunday there is a 8 am and 10am mass in English and a 12;30 pm mass in Spanish. Additionally there are many special service masses held around this schedule, where national and international event celebrations occur and guest Priests say mass and offer information about international and national concerns of the church as a whole. Additionally, most wedding ceremonies held at the church have a full mass that is usually open to other parishioners, as well as funeral and baptismal services also open to other parishioners. The diversity of the region is displayed in the special services that are offered, in conjunction with regular mass schedules as well as special events. The Cathedral often hosts guests from other countries, to demonstrate conditions of need in other areas of the faithful, in doing so they expose the local parish to the overall diversity and health of the whole of the catholic world and offer its own parishioners the opportunity for global civic support of its members elsewhere. The Cathedral also has many hours of operation that allow visitors and guests to view and tour the cathedral during non-mass hours. In a sense the Cathedral and its support services, such as its gift shop offer a whole list of community events, much like a community center, hosting concerts and special classes and tours."
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Belief in Angels, 1999.
Examines psychology of those who believe in angels, religious interpretations, roles of angels & their messages.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 15 sources, AU$ 116.95
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" THE PSYCHOLOGY OF ANGELS
Introduction
Survey research indicates that substantial numbers of Americans believe in angels. For example, in a survey conducted by ABC News and the Washington Post (1994) on a national sample of 1,523 people, it was estimated that approximately 75 percent of the American public believed in angels; belief was not found to vary with ethnicity or political party.
There was some slight variance with respect to educational background, annual income, political ideology, age and gender; however, in all categories the numbers of believers remained high. Moreover, in another poll conducted by CBS News in 1993, the numbers were even higher with over 80 percent of the public not only believing in angels but believing that they personally.."
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Angels and Man, 2007.
A discussion regarding angels and their interaction with man on earth.
2,375 words (approx. 9.5 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 105.95
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This paper discusses the idea of guardian angels in the times of the Bible and today. It explores the incidences in the Bible where it is believed that angels have interacted with man. The paper further discusses how many people today talk of their 'guardian angel' when they believe that they have escaped something that could have turned out very badly such as a car accident or an attempt at harming them.
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"One of the first recorded events of angels interacting with man comes from the Bible. It is the story of Jacob's ladder, which is often taught in Sunday School but is likely forgotten in later years by most people. In this story, Jacob has a dream that there are angels ascending to and descending from Heaven on a huge ladder (Receiving, 2001). When he woke up, he believed that God had talked to him in the form of the dream. In the New Testament, there was a similar instance of angels interacting with man. It was believed, through a series of events, that Nathanael was given the gift of discerning spirits, which are also called angels. This was done when Jesus gave Nathanael a word of knowledge by saying that he saw him beneath the fig tree. Nathanael knew that there was no way that Jesus could have seen him there and so he believed that Jesus was truly the Son of God. When Nathanael recognized him that way in public, Jesus gave him 'spiritual eyes' and that was how he came to his understanding of angels (Receiving, 2001). "
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Tony Kushner's "Angels in America", 2002.
This paper is an analysis of the different themes discussed in Tony Kushner's, award-winning play, "Angels in America."
860 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 44.95
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The purpose of this paper is to introduce, discuss and compare the play "Angels in America," by Tony Kushner. Specifically the paper discusses who are the angels, how do they affect the play and what do they symbolize? The different characters and their roles are detailed, as are the different events that shape their lives. The author also explores Kushner's use of magic and how it is threaded throughout the play.
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"Later, in the second play, one of the characters equates angels to "powerful bureaucrats, they have no imagination, they can do anything but they can't invent, create, they're sort of fabulous and dull all at once" (Kushner). Thus, the angels can stand for anything and everything that is happening to America. Consistently, the characters say how hard it is to live in America. They are referring to how difficult it is to fit into society when you are different ? a Mormon, gay, black, or sick. Angels in America are the ones who know how hard it is to live here, and do it day after day."
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"Fallen Angels", 2005.
This paper analyzes the film "Fallen Angels" ("Duo Luo Tian Shi") directed by Wong Kar Wai, (1995) Hong Kong.
835 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 3 sources, APA, AU$ 43.95
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This paper explains that Wong Kar Wai, one of the most genius contemporary filmmakers because of his visually stunning films, directed some of the most beautifully made movies such as "Chungking Express" (1994), "Fallen Angels" (1996) and "In the Mood for Love" (2001). The author points out that the stylistic elements of the production design, costume design, editing and cinematography indicate that "Fallen Angels" is not to be watched passively. The paper relates that the film has the characteristics of a film noir: The black and white photography, the low-key lighting, the underworld ambiance and the ubiquitous cigarette smoke; the main characters operate in the nighttime underworld of a city, which does not sleep.
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"In all of Wong's films, viewers are encouraged to have a critical eye for seeing. In "Fallen Angels", Wong and cinematographer Christopher Boyle exploits the visual elements to convey the message of the film. The entire film is virtually shot with the actors in close proximity to the camera's wide-angle lens, distorting their figures and achieving a "fisheye" effect. The cinematography successfully mix together with the intentionally dazzling set design to produce images that relentlessly highlight stylistic appearance. Moreover, these images are emphasized using either step-printing or swift snippets of black and white."
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?Angels in America?, 2005.
This paper discusses "Angels in America" by Tony Kushner (1993), a American postmodern theatrical protest piece.
750 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 38.95
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This paper explains that the construction of Tony Kushner's "Angels in America" weaves different forms of modern American culture, such as Jewish assimilation, gay rights, the anti-communism of the past era and the Republican politics of the present, into a singular narrative. The author points out that, through dreams and by combining different parallel stories together on the stage, the play ultimately calls upon the viewer to perceive a larger American truth. The paper relates that Kushner implies that no matter how fragmented Americans may be by their politics, there is a cohesive humanity, which unites America together under the common guiding vision of the same angel.
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"The suggestion that America is a seamless fabric of interrelated issues, rather than a patchwork of identities, is first suggested in the opening monologue of the rabbi, who is administering the funeral of an elderly Jewish woman. The rabbi speaks of the assimilation of the Jewish woman's children and the struggles of the woman's ancestors to make it in America. Although the rabbi rather cynically says that in the American melting pot nothing truly melts, the stories of the different characters do intersect, if only in dreams, during the course of the play."
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"The Killer Angels", 2002.
A review of "The Killer Angels" by Michael Shaara recounting events which took place in the Civil War.
1,320 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 0 sources, AU$ 65.95
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?The Killer Angels? is a classic masterpiece by Michael Shaara highlighting the events that took place during the three days of the Battle of Gettysburg. The paper explores this unbiased view of the Civil war and examines its participants by unfolding the events with the help of viewpoints of the soldiers in the two armies. This is the first non-fictional account of the Civil war which offers deep insight into the lives of those who actually took part in one of the most significant event in history.
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"The novel ?The Killer Angels? by Michael Shaara is a story depicting the courage and heroism of people involved in the Battle of Gettysburg that took place in 1863, and in the process proves to be lot more than a mere history lesson in Civil war. The novel makes an attempt to present the battle in an unprejudiced manner, and tries not to take sides when explaining the stance of the two armies on the subject of slavery. It is clearly a remarkable book and what makes it worth reading is the presence of real characters even if the author has taken liberty with the presentation of those army men. The characters have been brought to life and one gets to learn not only about the battle itself but also about the views and opinions of those who participated in it. The most interesting thing about the novel is its narration technique where the author has presented the story through the viewpoints of different army personnel, which gives it an authentic touch and makes the event all the more real."
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"The Killer Angels", 2007.
An analysis of four key figures in the Battle of Gettysburg, as depicted in Michael Shaara's novel "The Killer Angels."
2,268 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 103.95
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This paper examines Michael Shaara's 1974 Civil War novel, "The Killer Angels." The paper specifically analyzes, compares and contrasts four major historical Civil War characters, as they are described and depicted within Shaara's book: General Robert E. Lee, General James Longstreet, Colonel Joshua L. Chamberlain and General George Pickett. The paper describes how these characters caused the Battle of Gettysburg to turn out as it did thereby determining the outcome of the Civil War.
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"General George Pickett, of these four key characters, is the character with the most pathos. Having yearned for a long time to prove himself and his men in battle, Pickett is finally ordered by Longstreet to charge, at Gettysburg, through the center of the Confederate Army, the result of a poor tactical move that ends in bloody disaster for Pickett and his men. Pickett is also a sympathetic character, due not so much to his strengths as a general or a person, but rather, to his eccentricities, foibles, and weaknesses. Of all of Shaara's characters, in fact, Pickett often seems the most human and three dimensional. Pickett is no academic star like General Lee, and was in fact so busy socializing, and therefore not studying, that he finished last in his class at West Point. In terms of his personality, unlike either the staid Lee or the sullen Longstreet, Pickett is "lovable, long haired, perfumed" and full of "exuberance" (Shaara, The Killer Angels, p. xvii). He is 38 years old, only three years younger than Longstreet but a full eight years older than the Union's main, unlikely, Battle of Gettysburg hero, Joshua Chamberlain. Still, in Shaara's descriptions of him, Pickett has a lively boyishness of character about him that the other four key characters lack."
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