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This 6 page report discusses Brookhiser's 1996 biography of America's 'founding father.' Brookhiser's book describes a remarkably self-controlled man more concerned with principles than politics. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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An 8 page research paper that examines the life of one of America's greatest African-American scientists. He pioneered the field of industrial applications for agricultural products. He derived 118 products, which included a rubber substitute, from various plants typically grown in the South. Carver's list of accomplishments would be extraordinary for anyone. However, what makes this list all the more remarkable is the fact that when Carver was born, it was against the law for him to even learn how to read and write, much less acquire the knowledge to become a master chemist and a scientific pioneer. George Washington Carver was born a slave. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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In 8 pages, the author discusses William M. "Boss" Tweed. William M. "Boss" Tweed was a corrupt politician. In today's society that does not mean much, because many in politics are considered to be corrupt He was a corrupt politician, but he also had a soft spot for immigrants. In Tweed's lifetime, the Civil War was very real. In fact, his last few years were lived in the Reconstruction Period. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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A 6 page discussion of Al Capone's life and times specifically demonstrating how his character was indicative of the 'roaring twenties. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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A 7 page paper on the famous Russian writer of the nineteenth century. It analyzes how Pushkin's writing reflected not only the events of his own life but the influence of European literary movements as well, and shows how Pushkin took these movements and made them Russia's own. Four sources.
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A 10 page research paper on the life of Solzhenitsyn, the famous Russian author. The writer details his life story up until 1995. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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A 5 page paper looking at Frank McCourt's memoir of his impoverished childhood in Ireland. The paper shows how McCourt's mother, Angela, held the family together through crisis after crisis, and contributed to the formation of her sons' character. Bibliography lists three sources.
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A 6 page paper on the beloved humorist, Erma Bombeck. The writer traces Bombeck's career and changing style over her thirty-year writing career. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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This 8 page paper provides biographical information on a man who some say was the greatest coach who ever lived. A portrait of this football giant shows a picture of man immersed in the sport. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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5 pages in length. Just as fascinating as the mystery that surrounds his murder is the whereabouts of Thomas A Becket's bones. The English saint's death was considered so dramatic that its historical value has withheld the test of time, as well as inspired countless poems, novels, plays and films. Unraveling the mystery around Becket's death is a quest that has been ongoing since the very time of his demise; such intensity has come full circle in that researchers and historians alike are still at a loss as to the ultimate resting place of the dead man's bones. The writer discusses the mystery surrounding the disappearance of Thomas A Becket's bones. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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A 5 page overview of the life and work of Walter Dean Myers, the children's writer who rose from a childhood in Harlem to become the author of over fifty books. Encapsulates some of his life experiences and eight of his more popular books. Bibliography lists three sources in addition to Myers' works.
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A 10 page paper in which the writer discusses a complementary mix of extraordinary literary talent and benevolence for all mankind is what best exemplifies the life of Irish novelist Maria Edgeworth. Her works were considered groundbreaking back in the 1800's, and her compassion toward her fellow man in the face of adversity was unparalleled. The writer chronicles her life and times, as well as discusses a few of her better known books. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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A 20 page research paper that examines the life of this charismatic leader of the Irish War for Independence. Using primarily original sources, the writer demonstrates how strife between the victorious leaders of the Sinn Fein degenerated into Civil War that subsequently caused Ireland to lose one of the finest leaders that nation would ever have - Michael Collins. Extensive bibliography included.
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A 6 page discussion of Baseball player Bob Gibson's career in sports, both as a hot-headed player and well-respected coach for the St. Louis Cardinals. Bibliography lists 5 sources including the subjects' own autobiography.
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This 5 page paper provides biographical information on this legendary journalist as well as information about his career in broadcast. His views and activity concerning religious freedom are noted. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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A brief, 4 page biographical background paper on the famous 20th century African-American doctor, Charles Drew. The writer discusses his short career and the prejudices that he confronted..as well as Drew's important contributions to the field of medicine. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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A 7 page paper on Count Basie's life and contributions to the music industry and to individual artists who were influenced by him. The writer discusses the band's style and specific contributions to musical innovation. Bibliography lists 8 souces. FREE outline included.
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5 pages describing the life and works of 20th century musician (Jazz) : Cy Coleman. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Approximately 5 pages in length. Paper discusses the life and works of 20th century jazz musician 'Dizzy' Gillespie. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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A 5 page research paper on jazz artist John Birks 'Dizzy' Gillespie. The writer discusses Dizzy's music and the elements of jazz before describing the experience of hearing a small local group play some of Dizzy's music. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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A 5 page paper that provides an overview of the life and work of jazz artist Sonny Rollins. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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A 5 page examination of the life of Beethoven, includes the particulars of his birth, his early life, his personality traits and his contributions. Bibliography lists four sources.
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A 5 page paper that documents the life and works of Wolfgang Mozart. Mozart was a child protege turned musical genious who made significant and distinct contributions to the world of 18th century music. Through out his life, he was plague by physical infirmaties, and his life ended abruptly, before he had a chance to finish his famous Requiem Mass.
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This 7 page paper provides a biographical portrait of this infamous composer. Emphasis is on the composer's contributions to society. The Mozart effect is discussed in detail. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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A 6 page essay on the famous nineteenth century pianist detailing her accomplishments and her famous relationship with her husband, composer Robert Schumann. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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A 5 page essay on the life and work of turn-of-the century composer Scott Joplin which concentrates on his masterpiece, the opera, 'Treemonisha' which only received proper recognition in 1976 when it won the Pulitzer Prize for music. The writer discusses technical aspects of Joplin's music, the artistic progression of his career, and his influence on other composers and forms of music. Bibliography included..
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A 4 page paper that analyzes the life of Jim Henson and the influence he and his Muppets have had on the twentieth century. Included is a description of how Henson became a puppeteer, influences and circumstances leading to his creation of the Muppets, and how these creations changed his life and the lives of those around him. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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An 8 page discussion of Artaud's contributions, both pro and con to the world of art, film and literature. The paper reviews his influence on a number of past and present artists from his manifesto 'The Theatre of Cruelty' and the accompanying legacy of a life on drugs and how these two are inexplicably linked either in terms of art or reality in the theater of violence and death. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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A 9 page research paper on the eighteenth-century British actor and theater manager. John Philip Kemble was well-known in his day for his portrayal of the major Shakespearean tragic heroes -- Hamlet, Macbeth, King Lear -- but his major contribution to the theater was undoubtedly his recognition that set design is an integral part of the theatrical experience. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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A 5 page paper discussing the life of Flavius Josephus. He was born during a time of great change that was to change, and influence, world history. He wrote a book detailing the war he witnessed and also a book which described the Jewish people and their history leading up to the war that was to see the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem. His works provide an invaluable look into history. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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