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Minoan and Mycenaean Cultural Forms, 2002.
A comparative analysis of the ancient civilizations of the Minoans and the Mycenaeans.
1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 3 sources, AU$ 89.95
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This paper gives a brief historical overview of the Minoan civilization, and its successor, the Mycenaeans. The two cultures were primarily trade empires, though we remember them mostly through the epic war poems of Homer. The civilizations are not contrasted, but merely compared to show how elements of civilization carry over from era to era, even into our own.
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Literary Forms in Philosophical Writings, 2005.
Examines forms of Western philosophical writings, usually in the form of exposition, but sometimes not.
1,709 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 8 sources, MLA, AU$ 80.95
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Throughout its history, philosophical writings have primarily been conventional expositions of arguments. However, there have been exceptions, notably the literary forms of the dialogue, the aphorism, the poem, and others. Sometimes, the chosen format functioned specifically to convert the reader, but sometimes not. This paper looks at the relationship, or the lack of one, between literary forms and intent. There is specific scrutiny of Lucretius?s "Of the Nature of Things" and Spinoza?s "Ethics".
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"Perhaps, the geometrical form was pedagogical, or a reaction to the imprecision of the prevailing Renaissance style, or a way of avoiding the traditional Scholastic ?disputations and questions? format. (Wolfson 32-60) As Wolfson, a major Spinoza interpreter suggests, he ?had something new to say, and he wished to say it in a new way.? (59) It may have simply been a ?desire to produce a book which externally would be different from all other books on philosophy.? (59) Or in Martha Nussbaum?s interesting discussion about literary form and content, she specifically cites the example of Spinoza?s Ethics and offers the suggestion that this project of writing craft expressed a joy that accompanies the peace of mind found in his philosophy. ?Spinoza cultivates the intellectual joy of which he will speak. (35)"
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Platonic Forms & The Knowledge of All Things, 2006.
An overview of Aristotle's arguments against the Platonic theory of forms.
751 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 2 sources, MLA, AU$ 38.95
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This paper describes Aristotle's arguments against the ability of the Platonic theory of forms to adequately explain our knowledge of things.
The author explains that, in his arguments against Plato's theory of forms, Aristotle asserts that Plato's conception of the forms as the cause of our knowledge of all things is incomplete in its ability to explain the causes of the material world and our knowledge of it. If all knowledge was caused by the forms themselves, it follows that it would be impossible to acquire knowledge, for it would already be known.
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"Aristotle, in his Metaphysics, argues against the ability of the Platonic theory of Forms to adequately explain our knowledge of things, through its inability to describe the causal nature of the sensible world and prohibition of an ability to acquire knowledge. Aristotle prefaces his argument by refuting the view that the Forms are able to explain the being of things, essentially noting that they have no relation to the causes evident in the sensible world. Immobile Forms cannot explain motion; Forms without substance cannot be the substance of the material. Having established their inadequate relationship to the being of things, Aristotle then addresses the manner in which the Forms cannot either cause our knowledge of things. This end is achieved through four arguments, where if the Forms stand as the cause of our knowledge of all things, we would already have an a priori knowledge of all things and their material composition, which could not have been forgotten and was accessible to our sensory perception.
"Aristotle's first argument against the Forms as a cause of the knowledge of things is that it is impossible to have a prior knowledge of things, though this is exactly what the Forms would be. As Aquinas explains in his commentary, "...if the Ideas [Forms] are the cause of our knowledge, men must have a knowledge of all things, because the Ideas are the intelligible structures of all knowable things". If such were the case, man would already possess the very knowledge he sought to acquire; and it is apparent that men do acquire knowledge, as Aristotle demonstrates in his tracing of the history of philosophy as a development of the knowledge of causes. Knowledge may be said to generate from things already known, from particular to universal or vice-versa, but the knowledge itself is not already known. If knowledge of all things was based upon the Forms, man would already know everything and as such would never acquire knowledge."
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Racial Stereotyping via Black Cultural Forms, 2002.
Describes contemporary cultural forms of African-American music (Rap, Hip-Hop) as a form of cultural capital that reinforces racial stereotyping.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 3 sources, AU$ 102.95
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This paper compares 19th century African-American cultural forms, such as Minstrel Shows, with contemporary "black" music as a way to reveal how racism continues to be maintained through cultural appropriation.
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Socrates, Forms & Epistemology, 2008.
This paper looks at Socrates' argument concerning forms or ideal structures and epistemology.
1,114 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 4 sources, MLA, AU$ 55.95
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In this article the writer discusses that Socrates accomplishes much of his rational argument based on establishing that forms or ideal structures only result in knowledge and he argues that sophists make of knowledge nothing but a commodity. The writer points out that Socrates' ultimate demise is well-known through the reproduction of his argument by his star pupil, Plato and it is to Plato that most Socratic researchers must rely on to gain a better understanding of Socrates because he never wrote anything at all. The writer notes that it is Socrates' use of forms as a paradigm for epistemological study which has freed philosophical pursuits from simple contemplation of knowledge and moved it to the application of insight and wisdom. The writer maintains that for Socrates, the world of forms was useful as a rational construct upon which to make his philosophical points; that is, knowledge to Socrates was only the starting point for philosophical debate whereas for others such as the sophists, knowledge and the pursuit of it were the ultimate goal or pursuit.
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"However, the force of Socrates' renunciation of sophist thought and doctrine comes through so clearly in Plato's work that it is clear that Plato relied on Socratic opinion almost exclusively for the foundation of his most renowned works such as the Republic which contains a series of Plato's works. Therefore, were this last the case then Plato would be known almost exclusively as the father of philosophy rather than Socrates and Socrates would be a mere footnote. Yet, the marvel of Socrates' fame and his foundational position in the philosophical body of knowledge is that through him philosophy was given a greater conception of itself as separate from pure knowledge which Socrates demonstrated was relatively invaluable without the more important qualities of moral justice, wisdom, and restraint.."
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Plato and the Forms, 2005.
A brief look at philosophical theory of forms, according to philosopher, Plato.
770 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 15 sources, MLA, AU$ 39.95
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Ancient Greek philosopher, Plato, presented his theory of forms, a philosophical standpoint that views reality as divided into truth and illusion. The paper answers two questions: What is the world of forms in Plato's philosophy and why does Plato think the world of forms must exist?
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"One of the most accessible descriptions of the relationship between the forms and the particulars is in the famous cave allegory. In this allegory all humanity lives in a cave with the Forms or ideal reality outside the cave. Living in the cave humanity is aware only of the shadows of the Forms as they continually reflect themselves on the cave walls. We therefore never see the true nature of ourselves or reality but only reflections or fleeting glimpses of the truth."
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Forms of Oppression in a Canadian Franchise, 2006.
A discussion, from an economic perspective, of various forms of oppression present in a national Canadian coffee service franchise.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 4 sources, AU$ 76.95
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This paper discusses a workplace experience in a national Canadian coffee service franchise in which there were a number of forms of oppression that were in operation, most notably racism, sexism, ageism, and homophobia. In reflecting upon the experience, the essay reveals, with reference to critical course materials, that the manifestation of these forms of oppression were often subtle. Moreover, the paper asserts that they must be understood within the larger economic context, in particular free trade and the American corporate ownership of this Canadian chain.
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Two Forms of Euthanasia, 2002.
Compares active and passive forms of assisted suicide.
1,197 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, AU$ 60.95
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Euthanasia has become an important issue in the protection of human dignity. As medical science becomes more adept at prolonging life, but not necessarily at making that life valuable, euthanasia becomes an option to be considered by those who suffer, those who love them, and those who are charged with their care. This paper looks at the two distinct forms of euthanasia - the passive form, which refers to the withdrawal of measures that keep a moribund person alive and the active form, where a positive action is taken that leads directly to the death of the patient.
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"Some try to differentiate between active and passive euthanasia and to find that active euthanasia is wrong, while passive euthanasia may be allowable in some cases. James Rachels addresses this distinction and notes that the distinction exists not only in law but in the moral code adhered to by many medical practitioners, who see clear reasons not to engage in active euthanasia but who see passive euthanasia as sometimes necessary. Rachels, however, finds good reasons why the distinction is not as simple as it might seem and why passive euthanasia may itself involve an untenable choice, making the choice of passive euthanasia not more acceptable than active euthanasia but less."
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Architectural Forms, 2002.
A comparison of various architectural forms.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 5 sources, AU$ 38.95
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This paper compares the manifestos on twentieth century architecture. Walter Gropius proposed an architectural form that was purely functional, and based on art and engineering. De Stijl's movement proposed abstraction and simplicity. Kasimir Malevich believed in minimal art in the form based on his ideas. Theo van Doesburg proposed elemental and functional architectural form. Antonio Sant'Elia's architectural form was the only negative and revolutionary one.
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Plato's Concept of Forms, 2006.
This paper discusses the central arguments that Plato presents in his concept of Forms especially his view of ideal reality.
1,180 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 58.95
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This paper explains that the true reality or the Forms are the ideals of unity and perfection, which surpass man's meager attempts at description and understanding. The author points out that Plato's theory divides reality into truth and illusion. The paper concludes that the theory of ideals is dangerous because it is open to abuse by those who suggest their own subject views of the ideal forms; however, this theory also can be viewed in terms of seeking higher and more positive ideals in life thus becoming acceptable as a theory of human knowledge and motivation.
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"The central belief that Plato had was that there exist ideal Forms of reality and that these are contrasted to and superior to the world of ordinary reality. He referred to the everyday world as the world of particulars. One of the most accessible and enlightening ways in which Plato described this difference between the ideal and the real was through his allegory or metaphor of the cave, through which he explains this theory of knowledge and reality."
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Plato's Forms and Sin, 2005.
A look at the physicality of Plato's forms and original sin in the writings of St. Augustine.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 2 sources, AU$ 38.95
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This paper examines how Plato conveys a direct influence on the writings of Augustine through original sin. It looks at how both writers do not find any glorious or noble belief in the body but rely on the soul as the unchanging and perfect part of human nature. It also discusses how Augustine's original sin condemns from birth the idea of physical decay and degradation, which can be easily translated from Plato's notion of forms.
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"In this study the philosophical premise of Plato's forms will be an important influence upon the concept of original sin in the writings of Saint Augustine. In the City of God, Augustine reflects how physicality is the natural basis for mankind's propensity for sin. Plato also reflects the same lack of importance physical form presents in the reality of mankind's existence on Earth. In essence, Plato had greatly influenced Augustine in realizing the limitations and impurities of physical forms in the human condition. The metaphysical premise of Plato's Forms (meaning 'idea' in Greek) is essential to realizing how knowledge and beliefs are not actual realities, but conjurations of the mind. In the Theory of Forms Plato presents a three-fold perception of ideas within a physical conceptualization of the human body. "
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Popularization of Scientific Data Regarding Forms of Praise, 2007.
A review of various articles on learning theories and forms of praise by Carol Dweck.
791 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 8 sources, MLA, AU$ 41.95
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This paper examines Carol Dweck's research on learning theories and forms of praise. The paper explains that Carol Dweck's research presents one of the earliest statements of a theory of "learned helplessness" as an impediment to learning in children. The paper looks at how Dr. Dweck asserts that praise along the lines of "Gee, you're really smart!" could actually teach a child learned helplessness, while praise phrased in terms of "Gee, you must have worked really hard to do that!" could encourage the children to develop creative thinking and problem-solving skills. The paper points out that Dr. Dweck adopts a tone that is clearly intended for a general audience, and especially for parents seeking to enhance their children's educational success.
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"In current American culture, with its tremendous emphasis on success in education, Dr. Dweck's research has been widely popularized. Recently, a prominent article in New York relied heavily on her theories in presenting an account of a young boy whose IQ ranks him in the top 100th of the top 1% of all students. Yet this child, who had the trappings of a genius, did poorly in school. Reviewing Dweck's research and tracking her reasoning very closely, author Po Bronson explained how this research has shown that children are very sensitive to this sort of categorization, and very responsive to the "Gee, you must have worked very hard!" sort of praise, and very vulnerable to the "you're smart" mis-praise."
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Technology Mediated Forms of Communication, 2008.
This paper studies how forms of communication have changed due to technological development, concentrating on messaging via cell phones and the Internet.
1,615 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 7 sources, MLA, AU$ 75.95
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In this article, the writer discusses that while technology mediated modes of communication have existed for generations, innovations in terms of the introduction of digital wireless technologies over the past ten to fifteen years have radically transformed how people communicate. The essay explores this phenomenon with reference to such technologies as digital cell phone text messaging, computer-based instant messaging, and Internet relay chat. With reference to scholarly work on the subject, the paper is argues how the de-centring of face-to-face communication has impacted language structure in compelling users of these technologies to innovate a range of distinct communication forms.
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Introduction
Digital Communications Technology
The Impact of Digital Wireless Communication Upon Language
Conclusion
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"This technology impacts language in a number of respects. For example, one of the most popular aspects of technology mediated modes of communication is their textual element. While cell phones are, of course, an oral communication medium, one of their most popular added functions lies with text messaging and remote e-mail access. It is difficult to say precisely why text messaging is so popular given that this technology allows the use of oral communication. It may be argued that this is due to the popularity of Instant Messaging through computers, with texting being a logical remote extension of the same practice."
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Different Forms of Imprisonment in "The Yellow Wallpaper", 2001.
A discussion of the many forms of imprisonment and restriction in Charlotte Perkins Gilman?s short story "The Yellow Wall-Paper".
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This paper analyzes the many different ways that the narrator of "The Yellow Wall-Paper" experiences imprisonment in her life. Both obvious and hidden forms are discussed, such as the restrictions placed on the narrator by her husband and physician as well as the remote area in which the country mansion is found.
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"It is understandable that the narrator feels uneasy in the room: the room and many of its features twist the common comforts of a home. For example, a window typically presents a view of possibilities. For the narrator, it represents a view of a world of which she cannot be part. The barred windows show that she is barred from the outside world both physically and mentally."
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Forms of Love, 2003.
An analysis of different song lyrics novels and a play for how they demonstrate different forms of love.
690 words (approx. 2.8 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 34.95
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This paper analyzes different song lyrics, novels, and a play for how they demonstrate self-love, erotic love, and mother-child love. It refers to Achebe's "Things Fall Apart," Hwang's "M Butterfly," Steinbeck's "The Grapes of Wrath," and several song lyrics. It also includes a personal reaction to forms of love.
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"Achebe's "Things Fall Apart" we see self-love most expressed in the character of Okonkwo. Okonkwo's accomplishments demonstrate an affirmation of the strength values and beauty of the native Igbo culture. This culture is being systematically..."
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Plato's Theory of the Forms, 2007.
A description and analysis of the coherency of Plato's theory of the forms.
1,546 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 6 sources, APA, AU$ 73.95
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This paper examines Plato's theory of the forms and the reasons why Plato uses this metaphysical argument to justify how a state should be ruled and by whom. The theory is taken to its most logical endpoint a number of times to test its strength. Plato's technocratic viewpoint is mentioned along with the reasons why he held such views. Numerous criticisms are used and examined, which originate from Aristotle, Plato's pupil, and from Plato himself, with his later works also being touched upon.
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"The basis of Plato's theory of the forms is that he "distiguishes between the experienced world that most of us think of as reality" and the "real world of the forms accesible only to philosophers" . The world that we ordinarily experience with our sences is just a "superficial reflection", or shadow of the real world of the forms, that remain invisible to all but the greatest philosophers. Plato explores not only objects such as a chair or a triangle, but also looks at such things as goodness and beauty. For example, Plato argues that beauty must be something quite different from the image of beautiful things."
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