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Chinese Cartography
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This 6 page paper delves into the history of map making with a focus on China.
The differences and similarities between the Chinese cartographers and those
from other venues are examined. Contributions made by China in this realm are
highlighted. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA021map.wps
Chinese Education
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An 8 page research paper that investigates the status of Chinese education,
comparing it with American practice and discussing how it has modernized.
Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: khchined.wps
Chinese Film -- 'Farewell My Concubine'
Analyzed
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This 4 page research paper examines the 1993 Chinese film, Farewell My
Concubine. Specifically discussed are the film's opening and closing scenes,
asks and helps answer five questions pertaining to the film, and considers a
particularly thought-provoking aspect of the film.
Filename: Farewell.wps
Chinese Heritage And Higher Education
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6 pages in length. Taking example from Michael Ondaatje's "Running in the
Family," the student is able to reflect upon one's own Chinese heritage and
openly relate to the inherent struggles associated with progress and
modernization. That the Chinese legacy is one of hard work and loyal dedication
to one's homeland amidst economic strife, it is not surprising to find that the
student's parents had little time raise their child while they ran the family
business, finding it necessary to send the student to America in search of a
better life through higher education. To the Chinese, a solid education is
tantamount to future economic success. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TLCherit.wps
Chinese Humanism Regarding Heaven
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This 7 page paper argues that the approaches to Heaven are seen as being varied
among the ancient Chinese philosophers, however, they shared a viewpoint based
on humanistic principles similar to those proposed by Western philosophers of
note. The basic form of understanding toward Heaven and a priori intervention is
first presented by Confucius and then expanded or negated by philosophers who
followed, specifically Xunzi, Zhuang Zi and Mo Zi. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: KTheaven.wps
Chinese Immigration
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5 pages in length. During the period of Chinese immigration to the United
States, the historical construction of the "Oriental" began as an
alien image who threatened "real" Americans. The three images of the
Chinese developed: "pollutant" (a racialized alien who spoiled the
image of California as a free white republic, "coolie" (unfree,
servile labor that threatened the working class) and "deviant"
(Chinese women as prostitute and Chinese men as domestics were sexual threats
undermining the American ideal of the cult of domesticity and the beliefs
against racial mixing). Examining the specific political, economic, social and
legal treatment the Chinese immigrants received, one might readily surmise that
the coolie image contributed most to that treatment and eventual exclusion of
the Chinese. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TLCchnim.wps
Chinese Immigration In The 19th Century
United States
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A 5 page research paper which examines the conditions faced by Chinese
immigrants in the nineteenth century and then gives a quick overview of how
these conditions evolved and changed to the present time. Bibliography lists 6
sources.
Filename: Chinaim.wps
Chinese Music: Bianzhong Bells
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A 5 page research paper that focuses on the discovery of the Bianzhong bells, a
set of 64 bells that are 2,400 years old, that were unearthed during the
excavation of the tomb of the Marquis Yi of Zeng in the 1970s. The writer also
includes an overview of the topic of ancient Chinese music. Bibliography lists 5
sources.
Filename: khbianz.wps
I Fight Like A Woman - Women's Rights In
China
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A 5 page overview of women's plight in China and how that plight was addressed
by the 1995 United Nations women's conference in Beijing. Concludes that while
the conference resulted in little overt impact to women's rights in China it is
the little positives which resulted which will ultimately make a difference.
Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: Chinwomn.wps
Pang-Mei Natasha Chang/ Bound Feet &
Western Dress
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A 5 page analysis of Chang's memoir, which depicts not only her own life, but
the story of her grand-aunt's as well. Chang's great-aunt, born during the Box
Rebellion, had an extraordinary life that demonstrates the tension that existed
in China between new Western ideas and Chinese tradition. A remarkable book, the
writer argues that this narrative has a great deal to say to all women. No
additional sources cited.
Filename: 99pmnch.wps
Problems of Women in Rural China
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A 3 page paper which examines the problems currently faced by women in rural
China and some solutions which have been suggested. Bibliography lists 3
sources.
Filename: Rurchina.wps
Chinese Poetry
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A very basic, 4 page overview of Yu Hsuan-Chi's "On a Visit to Ch'ung Chen
Taoist Temple (9th century A.D. -China) with comparative reference to Washington
Allston's poem "Rosalie." (17th century). No bibliography.
Filename: Chinapoe.wps
Chinese Political Institutions
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A 5 page research paper that examines the continuities and discontinuities in
Chinese political institutions. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khchipol.wps
Chinese Reform
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This 5 page paper looks at three leaders of the late Qing period of Chines
history: Empress Dowager Cixi, Kang Youwei and Sun Yat Sen, in terms of their
stance on reform as well as how they viewed Chinese culture. Bibliography lists
3 sources.
Filename: KTrfmcha.wps
Chinese Spirit Objects / Book Review
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5 page review of concepts in a book by Zheng Dekun & Shen Weizhun entitled
"Chinese Spirit Objects." Accompanied by full bibliographic reference,
the text reviewed examines the meaning of Minqi and the style of Qin figures.
Filename: Chinnok3.wps
Chinese Values In Business Practices
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me this paper ]
A 6 page paper. Cultural values are inherent in the corporate structure in any
nation. Business practices founded on the Chines cultural values are far
different than what the typical Westerner is accustomed to. This paper discusses
the cultural values founded on Confucianism and how these are translated into
business practices. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PGchbus.wps
Chinese Women And Communism
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Nationalism, or what Westerners tend to define as communism, effects not only
the economic and political aspects of a culture, but also, the social evolution
by restricting and, or, discouraging independent ideas and innovative processes.
This 8 page paper argues that the transition to communism in China was a
political and idealistic process that had little or no room and, or, inclination
for advocating the rights of women, even though the basic tenets of communism,
as presented by Karl Marx, is the value of the human 'capital'. Bibliography
lists 10 sources.
Filename: KTchncom.wps
Christianity in China
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This 10 page paper provides an overview of the history of Christianity in China.
However, the main points of the paper concern how things changed after the
country became communist. The state of the church in China today is a primary
focus. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: SA045Chi.wps
Confucianism and Filial Loyalty
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A 5 page research paper that examines how Confucianism emphasizes loyalty to
one's family (filial loyalty) above all other social factors. The writer
explores pros and cons of this worldview via a literature review. Bibliography
lists 4 sources.
Filename: khfilial.wps
Spence's 'Death of Woman Wang' / Female
Non-Personhood
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper examining this book by Jonathan D. Spence. Looking at social
conditions in seventeenth century China, the paper argues that women in this era
were essentially not considered to be people at all. Bibliography lists 1
source.
Filename: Wangwomn.wps
Spence's 'Death of Woman Wang' / Social
Abuse
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A 5 page paper examining the theme of domestic abuse in 17th century China in
this book by Jonathan D. Spence. The paper argues that because Chinese society
placed so much power in the hands of one gender at the expense of another,
tragedies like the brutal death of Mrs. Wang were inevitable. Bibliography lists
1 source.
Filename: Womnwang.wps
The Idea of Womanhood in Traditional
Chinese Society
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Since as early as the 7th century B.C., women in China have been permitted to
hold positions of power and even lead in prominent positions as national
figureheads. Unfortunately, no level of leadership, education or social
prominence for women could change the patriarchal nature of traditional Chinese
society. From the early Han Dynasty to the last of the Chinese dynasties, the
Ch'ing Dynasty (17th-early 20th centuries) women have played significant and
defining roles in the political structure of China, though these roles have been
defined by the death of their husbands and their circumstances rather than by
the social acceptability of female leaders in Chinese society. This 5 page paper
reflects the lives of a number of prominent women in Chinese history, including
Ban Zhao of the Han dynasty, Song Ruoxin of the Tang, Empress Wu Zeitan of the
Zhou Dynasty, and Tzu-Hsi, dowager Empress of the Ch'ing Dynasty and defines the
impact of the patriarchal definitions in determining their impact on history.
Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Womnchin.wps
The Role of Women in Chinese Literature
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This 5 page paper is divided into to segments: the first addresses the role of
women and the different female perspectives presented in Chinese literature
during the Tang and Song dynasties, and relates gender differences based on
authorship; and the second segment considers the social changes that occurred in
China after the An Lushan Rebellion of 755. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Chinale.wps
The Role Of Women In The Chinese Family:
Maxine Hong Kingston's The Woman Warrior - Memoirs Of A Girlhood Among Ghosts
And Fae Myenne Ng's Bone
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This 5 page paper provides a comparison of the central theme of the role of
women within the family structure of Chinese and Chinese-immigrants as related
through Maxine Hong Kingston's The Woman Warrior: Memoirs of a Girlhood among
Ghosts, and Fae Myenne Ng's Bone. This paper not only considers the role of
women in the family, but also relates this role to the Chinese mythology and the
perspectives of individuals women within the development of these stories. No
additional sources cited.
Filename: Kingch.wps
Tzu Hsi, the Empress Dowager of China
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me this paper ]
A 5 page research paper on the life of Tzu Hsi, who has the mother of the
emperor became the power behind the throne of China for fifty years. Ambitious,
xenophobic, anti-modern and superstitious, she lived a life of luxury and
ostentation to the detriment of her country. Her rule, rather then preserving
traditional Chinese culture as she desired, undoubtedly hastened the dominance
of China by the foreign influences. Bibliography lists 20 sources.
Filename: 90tzuhsi.wps
Women Contesting the Gender Ideals of
Late Imperial China
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper which examines the historical social, textual and bodily
practices which constructed the ideals of the female gender and women's ability
to contest these gender boundaries in late Imperial China. Bibliography lists 3
sources.
Filename: Genchina.wps
Women in Chinese Culture Analyzed
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me this paper ]
This 15 page research paper examines the role of women throughout China's
cultural history. Specifically considered are women's roles from a historical
perspective, the theme of 'big' tradition (government) vs. ‘little' tradition
(household and the masses) and the outlook of women in China today. Bibliography
lists 11 sources.
Filename: Chinwom.wps
Kant, Suzuki, & The Philosophy Of
Zen Buddhism
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A 6 page paper on the differences and similarities between the theories and
philosophies of Immanual Kant, and Suzuki Roshi. It gives some insight into each
of these two philosophies, explaining how they work in practice and in theory.
The writer also discusses how each effect life today. No bibliography.
Filename: Kantzen.wps
Human Rights in China & the U.S.
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me this paper ]
This 10 page paper outlines the differences in perception between the United
States and China in terms of human rights issues. The 1989 Tiananmen Square
incident is highlighted as a significant example as well as an occurrence that
changed foreign policy. Also explored is whether or not there can be an
objective human rights determination; the paper concludes that human rights
issues are subjective and rely largely on cultural perceptions. Bibliography
lists 8 sources
Filename: Humchin.wps
Democracy In China
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A 12 page research paper dealing with the background and development of the
democracy movement in China which culminated in the student demonstrations of
1989 in Tiananmen Square. The writer concentrates on the book The Deng Xiaoping
Era by Maurice Meisner since this scholarly work gives an excellent overview of
the events, politically and culturally, which contributed to the development of
the movement. This paper demonstrates that with a thorough knowledge of the
background of the movement the rather inexplicable events of 1989 begin to make
sense within their own cultural framework. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Demchina.wps
Tiananmen Square / An Historical
Perspective
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A 6 page paper that traces the political history of the Gate of Heavenly Peace,
and then explores the six weeks leading up to the Tiananmen Square Massacre. The
paper provides 3 viewpoints on the deaths involved, and ends with two quotes,
one from an intellectual involved in the occupation of the Square and the other
from Xioaping Deng--that shows the diverse outlook on the occupation.
Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Tian.wps
Tiananmen Square Remembered
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An 8 page creative essay in which the writer tells what happened on that fateful
day from the semi-fictional perspective of someone who was actually there [based
on documented eyewitness accounts]. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Tiansq.wps
Taoism -- Approach to Turbulence
Analyzed
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This 6 page research paper examines the emergence of Taoism in feudal China.
Specifically considered are the natural characteristics and elements of Taoism
such as the explanation of the universe, invisible and visible Tao, good and
evil, morality and the consequences of going against the teachings of Tao.
Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Taoism2.rtf
Taoism in Feudal China
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This 8 page research paper examines the emergence of Taoism as a response to the
war-like mentality of feudal China. Specifically considered are the similarities
and differences between Taoism and Confucianism and the elements of Taoism as
discussed in Lao Tzu's official text, Tao Te Ching, on such issues as the
natural explanation of the universe, invisible and visible Tao, characteristics,
causes of world misery, war, material greed, lawlessness, and desires.
Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Taofeud.wps
Taoism -- Ancient Chinese Religion
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A complete, 9 page overview of Taoism-- an ancient Chinese religion. The writer
discusses the philosophy, traditions, practices, and rituals of Taoist people as
well as some of their legends and sacred scripts. Variations of Taoism, Taoism's
relevance to Confucianism, and the endurance of the religion today-- are among
the many other subtopics covered in this comprehensive discussion. Bibliography
lists 6 sources.
Filename: Taoism.wps
Notions of Rulership in Chinese State
Craft in 'Tao Te Ching' and Writings of Han Fei
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me this paper ]
A 7 page paper which compares and contrasts the notions of rulership in Lao Zi's
Tao Te Ching (Dao De Jing) and the writings of Han Fei to consider whether it is
possible to read Lao Zi as a political theorist, how this limits the
interpretation of Tao Te Ching, how Han Fei incorporates Lao Zi-like mysticism
in his view of the ideal polity, with particular attention to the role of the
individual in his political philosophy. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TGlaohan.rtf
Tao Te Ching
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a 6 page paper on this Chinese philosophy. The writer explores the history of
Tao and gives a summary of its basic principles. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Taoching.wps
Confuscianism, Taoism, Legalism
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A 5 page paper that discusses Arthur Waley's [author of book w/ same name]
opinion and categorization of pre-Han eastern religious/philosophical debates in
regard these three dimensions of thought. The writer argues that Waley's view is
limited by his own interpretation of the that discourse. Bibliography lists 1
source.
Filename: Conftao.wps
Confucius, Alexander the Great &
Socrates / A Comparison
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A 4 page comparison of three historical figures, Confucius, Alexander the Great
and Socrates. Discusses the accomplishments of each and presents a comparison of
military verses philosophical pursuits. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPconfuc.wps
Israeli and Palestinian Conflict 1947-
1987
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me this paper ]
This informative and concisely written 9 page paper looks at the history
surrounding the State of Israel and its conflict with the Palestinians as well
as its' Arab neighbours. The origins of the State of Israel are briefly
considered with the paper concentrating on the period between 1947 and 1987.
This includes The United Nations partition plan; the Six Day War; the formation
of the Palestinian Liberation Army; the Cairo agreement; the Yom Kippur War; the
role President Sadat of Egypt; President Carter and the Camp David Accords and
the 1987 intiffada. The bibliography cites 5 sources.
Filename: TEisrael.wps
China's Fall To Communism
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A 10 page paper discussing the rise of China's Communist party under the
leadership of Mao Zedong, with emphasis on the Long March. In many ways it
appears that China's Communist party was victorious almost more as a result of
Chaing Kai-Shek's weak leadership than because of their own superior abilities.
Without his unnatural obsession for eradicating Communists rather than foreign
invaders, the observed history of China likely would be far different.
Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Chinalco.wps
Mao and Kim / Two Faces Of Communism,
Two Faces Of Famine
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A 6 page overview of the politics of Mao Tse-tung in the People's Republic of
China and those of Kim Il Sung in North Korea. Points out the similarities and
concludes that each was responsible for the tremendous famines experienced and
being experienced by their countries. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Mao&kim.wps
Filename: Mao&kim.wps
Mao Zedong / Legacy
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A 5 page essay on the history of Mao Zedong's government through historian eyes
and the eyes of civilians during the period. The writer discusses Mao's
policies, and how they applied to individuals—and how they are still a huge
influence upon China. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Maodong.wps
The Last Emperor
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A 6 page paper discussing the many events that have taken place since the end of
imperial China and the removal of the last emperor, Puyi. Issues addressed
include China’s involvement with Japan, the growth of the People’s Republic
of China, Mao Tse-tung, and the war of 1911, which essentially ended the
imperial rule. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: RAemper.wps
The Modernization of China
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A 7 page research paper on the collision course that is forming between China's
steadily growing population and the corresponding increasing need for food.
China has over one-fifth of the world's population, but only about a seventh of
the world's arable land. Experts fear that China may be headed for another
famine equal to the one which followed Mao's push toward industrialization in
the 1950s. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Modchina.wps
History of Jews in China
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This 10 page report discusses the history of the Jews in China. Approximately
1,000 years ago, of Jewish traders from the Middle East who settled in the Sung
dynasty's imperial capital of Kaifeng along the Yellow River in east central
China. They openly prayed in Hebrew, observed Jewish dietary laws, circumcised
their newborn sons and built a synagogue facing Jerusalem in which to worship.
They lived in peace for centuries, eventually establishing a Jewish society and
culture that has been estimated to range in numbers between 5,000 to 9,000
people. In the 1930s and 1940’s, there were an estimated 30,000-40,000 Jews in
China. Most of whom left after the end of World War II or during the Cultural
Revolution. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: BWchina.rtf
Differences & Similarities Between
Lenin, Stalin, & Mao
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An 10 page reseach paper analyzing the similarities and differences of Lenin,
Stalin, and Mao. The impact they had on their country is discussed. Further, a
comparison is made between the writings of Lenin, Hitler and Mussolini. All were
fanatics, all were dictators, all blamed another segment of their society for
everything that was wrong. Extensive bibliography is included.
Filename: Lenstalin.wps
History of Jews in China
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me this paper ]
This 15 page report discusses the history of the Jews in China. Approximately
1,000 years ago, of Jewish traders from the Middle East who settled in the Sung
dynasty's imperial capital of Kaifeng along the Yellow River in east central
China. They openly prayed in Hebrew, observed Jewish dietary laws, circumcised
their newborn sons and built a synagogue facing Jerusalem in which to worship.
They lived in peace for centuries, eventually establishing a Jewish society and
culture that has been estimated to range in numbers between 5,000 to 9,000
people. In the 1930s and 1940’s, there were an estimated 30,000-40,000 Jews in
China. Most of whom left after the end of World War II or during the Cultural
Revolution. Bibliography lists 7 sources. This paper is an extension of
BWchina.rtf.
Filename: BWchin15.rtf
The Human Rights Policy of The United
Nations & Implementation of Those Policies in China
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In 5 pages the author discusses the human rights policy of the United Nations
and an analysis of the implementation of those policies in China. 'The UN human
rights committees focus their goals on human rights violations, and ensuring
equality on all aspects. China has been cited as a violator of the human rights
covenants that were established by the United Nations.' Bibliography lists 7
sources.
Filename: Unrights.wps
Social Hierarchy: Similarities Between
Old Regime Europe, America, Hindu India and Confucian China
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A 7 page discussion of the similarities between four distinct geographic and
political regions in terms of social hierarchy. Emphasizes the role of the lower
classes in shaping and supporting each region. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PPsocHei.wps
Principles Of Confucianism
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This 10 page paper examines the Eastern philosophy (and religion) known as
Confucianism. Specifically, there will be a discussion of the philosophy's
origins, the emergence of Confucian schools of thought, tenets, rituals and
principles as outlined in the classics and books of Confucianism. Bibliography
lists 10+ sources.
Filename: Confuphi.wps
Ezra Pound / Philosophy & Works
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9 pages in length. Ezra Pound was an American avant-garde poet, critic, and
translator, who exerted an enormous influence over the development of English
and American poetry and criticism during the early 20th century. Interestingly,
Pound actually led the Modernist interest in Chinese poetry and is therefore
quite significant to Asian studies. Report is largely a comprehensive,
sociopolitical examination of Ezra Pound's influence, philosophy, and style.
Bibliography lists 5 critical sources.
Filename: Ezrapoun.wps
Heidegger, Zen Buddhism, and the Value
of Meditative Thinking
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A 9 page paper outlining the teachings of Heidegger and Zen Buddhists. The
writer examines the similarities in both views of reality, self, and the value
of meditation as it relates to their ideas. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Heidegge.wps
Concepts of Ritual and Law in Confucius,
Mencius & Han Fei
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me this paper ]
A 6 page paper considers the concepts and social function of rituals and laws in
the writings of Confucius, Mencius and Han Fei, specifically, how rituals and
laws relate to each other, according to each philosopher, their similarities
and/or differences, the preferable way of ensuring ritual, law and order, as
well as how each depends on the philosophers' individual concept of human
nature. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: TGritlaw.rtf
Confucius And Benevolence
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8 pages in length. The writer discusses how Confucius recognized the fact that
humanity has turned into a selfish, egotistical and myopic entity. No longer are
people more concerned with others than they are with themselves. This move away
from benevolence has caused considerable harm to man's reputation, as well as to
the manner in which people interact. However, there does not appear to be any
signs of significant change to this gross lack of social responsibility;
therefore, it is safe to assume that mankind will continue down the road of
self-centeredness. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TLCconfu.wps
Confucius vs. Plato / Their Ideas On
Society & State
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This 11 page research paper compares and contrasts the views of Confucius and
Plato on society and the creation of a ruling state. Specifically discussed are
the nature of man in terms of good and evil, what role, if any, a higher power
plays; whether or not morality can be learned; and the purpose of the state and
qualities of its leaders. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Conplato.wps
The Analects of Confucius
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A 6 page research paper on the history, value and significance of Confucius'
Analects, a multi-volume, 2,500 year old collection of his sayings put into
writing after his death by his followers. Confucius had something to say about
every aspect of human life within the confines of his society, truths that
today, even with all the societal changes that have ocurred over the centuries,
remain truths applicable still to human life that Confucius worked so fervently
to improve. Bibliography lists 6+ sources.
Filename: Confucis.wps
Confucianism / Book Review
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5 page review and discussion of the book 'An Outline of Confucianism' by D.Y.
Lee. Author describes the history and evolution of this core philosophy.
Filename: Confucia.wps
Chen Village & Long Bow: / Communism
Spreads Through Village Communities
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A 7 page research paper in which the writer considers the way in which village
communities were utilized as central focuses for the spread of communism during
the first half of the 20th century in China. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Chenvill.wps
Morgan Stanley in China
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An 8 page paper discussing Morgan Stanley’s first joint venture ever, which
was in what may be the most difficult areas in which to work. China still
believes in the communist philosophy, but the government also is highly
pragmatic regarding its own abilities to improve the quality of the people’s
lives. Other partners in the venture were the China Construction Bank, China
National Investment and Guaranty Corporation, Government of Singapore Investment
Corporation and the Mingly Corporation, and all banded together to create
China’s first investment bank, the China International Capital Corporation.
Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Morgstan.wps
Legalism in Feudal China Analyzed
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This 5 page research paper examines the legalism, which along with Confucianism
and Taoism, was a response to the chaotic Chinese feudal system. Specifically
discussed are legalism views on the characteristics of a good leader; whether or
not morality is important in good leadership; the relationship between the ruler
and his ministers, subjects, family and friends; effective ways of dealing with
the gap between rich and poor; and identification of the five vermin and why
they pose a challenge to legalist authority. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Feudchin.wps
1587 - A Year of No Significance / The
Ming Dynasty Decline
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper that provides an overview of Ray Huang's book and considers the
contradiction between the title and the content of the work. No additional
sources cited.
Filename: Huang.doc
A Comparison Between The Han Dynasty And
The Ancient Greeks
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6 pages in length. A comparative paper in which the writer attempts to reconcile
how classic Greeks would view China during the time of the Han Dynasty. The
writer explores various differences in the politics and culture of these two
groups.
Filename: Chinagre.wps
Ancient Chinese Warfare / Book Review
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5 page review of Shalin Hai-Jew's 'Romance of the Three Kingdoms'--a book that
traces ancient Chinese warfare and diplomacy through various early dynasties
(originally compiled by Luo Guan Zhong during the Ming Dynasty). No
bibliography.
Filename: Chinnok2.wps
Chang's 'The Rape of Nanking' / The
Chinese Holocaust
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A 5 page paper on Iris Chang's non-fiction book The Rape of Nanking. In this
work Chang describes the systematic murder of the population of this Chinese
city by the Japanese in 1937, and posits some reasons for the Japanese soldier's
unthinkable brutality. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Nanking.wps
History Of The Abacus / From West To
East & Beyond
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A 15 page paper that provides an overview of the history and development of the
abacus. The report essentially compares the Chinese, Roman, Greek, Russian and
Indian counting methods utilizing similar instruments. Bibliography lists 6
sources.
Filename: Abacus.doc
History, Continuity & Chinese
Civilization
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A 4 page paper that supports the recognition of continuity in ancient Chinese
history as an element of current-day Chinese civilization. The writer disagrees
with the perspective of Jacques Gernet and other historians who claim that by
revelling in ancient Chinese history, historians lack a perspective on the
changing status of the country. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Chinciv.wps
Sino-Soviet Relations From 1945-1989
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5 pages in length. Nineteen eighty-nine was a most significant year for
Sino-Soviet relations. The Chinese and the Russians had endured several decades
of discord that ultimately culminated in the restoration of party-to-party
relations, bringing together the two communist parties. The events that
initially caused the rift between the two powers served to create considerable
strain within existing Sino-Soviet relations; these concerns were not so much
because of Russian initiatives or concessions but more because Chinese
developments. The writer discusses the events affecting Sino-Soviet relations
between 1945 and 1989. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Sinosov.wps
The Communists and the Kuomintang / The
Struggle For Power In Revolutionary China
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me this paper ]
A 9 page paper detailing the power struggle between the Communist Party and the
KMT (Kuomintang) in revolutionary China. The writer details the working
ideologies of both parties and explores the social conditions and the political
circumstances that produced them. The bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: China2.wps
The Opium Wars
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me this paper ]
A 6 page paper discussing the causes and results of the two Opium Wars
(1839-1842 and 1856-1858) between China and Britain. In 300 years of trade with
China, Britain had developed a thirst for China's tea as well as appetites for
Chinese silk and porcelain, but pre-industrial China found very little to desire
from Britain's offerings. To ease the resulting tremendous trade deficit,
Britain began growing opium in its colony India and insisted that China allow it
to enter their country for use by their people. China declined the affront to
their national sovereignty, lost Hong Kong to Britain, and later lost all right
to restrict the opium trade within their borders. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Opwar.wps
The Positive Effects of Disease -
Medieval China
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me this paper ]
This 6 page research paper briefly draws on some of the information provided in
McNeill's 'Plagues and People,' as well as other information that illustrates
that disease can have positive effects for a population. Bibliography lists four
sources.
Filename: Chinadis.wps
The Taiping Rebellion & 'God's
Chinese Son'
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me this paper ]
This 3 page report discusses the rise of Hong Xiuquan and his version of
Christian theology that led him and his followers in an attempt to overthrow the
Qing Dynasty. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Taiping.wps
Today's China in Light of the Past
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper discussing modern China with reference to long-standing beliefs
and practices. As a culture both ancient and so new as to be positively modern,
China remains a study in contrasts. Guangdong International Trust &
Investment Corporation (GITIC) was forced by the government to go bankrupt when
it was not destitute, but the government was alarmed over what it perceived to
be the same types of patterns that preceded the currency and banking crisis in
Japan and determined to force the GITIC to cease making what it believed were
loans of questionable value. China remains an official 'big emerging market,'
but it is yet unclear just what form of government and economic structure will
grow from the current chaos. Bibliography lists 23 sources.
Filename: KSchina99.doc
Under the Ancestors' Shadow
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper discussing the book with the same name by Francis L.K. Hsu. Many
issues are discussed in regards to China and how things have changed since Hsu's
book was published. Social mobility, the importance of farmers, personality, and
kinship are but a few of the issues covered in the book and discussed in this
paper. Hsu's book gives the reader a sound foundation for being able to more
fully understand the present condition of China. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Ancshad.wps
Buddhism in China Analyzed
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper examining how the religious practices of Buddhism found their way
to China and became an integral part of both Chinese philosophy and religion.
Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Budchin.wps
Hu Shih & D. T. Suzuki / Philosophy
of Zen Buddhism
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me this paper ]
In 9 pages the author debates between the philosophies of Hu Shih and D. T.
Suzuki and how each argues Zen philosophy. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Hushih.wps
Contemporary Issues And Images Of
Asian-Americans
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me this paper ]
8 pages in length. The notion of cultural assimilation carries with it
significant challenges for those who strive to adapt to an entirely new way of
life. The manner by which issues are addressed in Asian-American media provides
one with a significantly better understanding of just how difficult a time
myriad Asians have had while attempting to reconstruct their entire cultural
existence. Various media formats have adopted a perspective on Asian
ethnocentricity in such a way as to clearly illustrate these challenges, with
film, television and print offering much the same viewpoints. The vast issues
that are presented compare to historical depiction by way of carrying forth the
continuing difficulties that exist within Asian-American populations, inasmuch
as historical communities reflected much the same obstacles that exist within
contemporary society. When one examines the importance of such media attention
with regard to the Asian-American society, literary contribution is one area
that cannot be overlooked, and Amy Tan is one writer who is at the forefront of
accurate depiction. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TLCAsAme.wps
Corruption in China / The Impacts on
Economic Growth & Development
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me this paper ]
This 15 page paper considers the issue of corruption, both in the government and
in the private sector or China, and considers the link between corruption and
the problems currently facing China in terms of economic growth and development.
Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: Chincorr.wps
Country Study Of Taiwan
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me this paper ]
10 pages in length. Taiwan has grown immensely in myriad ways ever since
establishing its Constitution in 1947. By implementing its own political
structure and moving forward with its economic interests, Taiwan has expanded
its existence to incorporate a sense of capitalism, democracy and renewed power
as its own nation. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: TLCtaiwn.wps
Creating a Viable Tobacco Company in
China
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me this paper ]
Creating a Viable Tobacco Company in China: This 11-page essay examines the
feasibility of forming a profitably tobacco corporation in modern-day China. The
climate is supportive of this particular crop, the Chinese national bank has
lowered its interest rates, etc. but perhaps we ought to let the PRC turn this
economic corner first. Bibliography lists 6 sources. SNChina1.doc
Filename: SNChina1.doc
Daily Life in China: Yesterday and Today
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper which discusses daily life in China in the past, and then
discusses daily life in China today. In presenting this discussion, the paper
illustrates the changes that have occurred in China in the past century.
Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: RAchnlfe.wps
David Christian’s Article on
Trans-Civilization/Trans-Ecological Routes
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me this paper ]
A 2 page overview of the article published in the Journal of World History.
Notes that this article is far more than just another history article.
Emphasizes that instead it is an observation of the ecological destruction which
went hand in hand with silk roads, that series of trade routes linking China,
Europe and Africa. No additional sources are listed.
Filename: PPslkRd2.wps
Determining the Course of History in
19th Century China & Japan
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper which examines what determined the course of histories in China
and Japan during the 19th century. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TG19chja.wps
Did the Song Dynasty in China Stagnate?
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me this paper ]
This 7 page paper looks at the rise and fall of the Song dynasty in China
between 960 and 1279. The paper look at the developments and how these may have
lead to stagnation. Discussion includes both the northern and the southern
dynasties. The bibliography cites 3 sources.
Filename: TEsongch.wps
The Introduction & Impact Of
Buddhism In Chinese History
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me this paper ]
This 8 page paper provides a basic overview of the introduction and adoption of
Buddhism in China. No bibliography.
Filename: Budpap.wps
Zen Meditation
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me this paper ]
A 6 page research paper on the history and practice Zen Meditation. Zen
essentially teaches that inner transformative power is found within our own
selves and not through pious acts or learning from established masters.
Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Zenmedi.wps
Chinese Music -- The Ch?in / Chinese
Zither
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me this paper ]
A 12 page research paper on this ancient and subtle Chinese instrument. The
writer includes an overview of Chinese music as well as details on the
construction, playing techniques, and music of the Ch?in which shows the history
and significance of this remarkable instrument. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Zither.wps
Feng Shui/ Less is Better
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me this paper ]
An 18 page research paper that examines the Chinese art of feng shui, which
concerns aspects of buildings design and placement that create a harmonious
arrangement with nature. After examining this topic via a literature review, the
writer offers an example of how a study on this topic might be composed. The
questionnaire is included in the appendix. Bibliography lists 22 sources.
Filename: 99fengsh.wps
Lu Chi and the “Wen Fu” or “The
Essay on Literature”
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me this paper ]
This 6 page report discusses the Chinese writer, poet, and theorist, Lu Chi
(261-303) and his “Essay on Literature” or “Wen Fu.” Lu Chi’s
remarkable creation opens with a preface in prose and a lengthy analysis in
verse of the processes and the patterns of literary creation. It speaks well to
the power and impact of the book that for centuries it has been thought of as
one of the world’s great works on the art , labor, and reward of literature.
Interestingly, much of the information he presents is what is found in writing
guides of the present. No sources.
Filename: BWluchi.wps
The Influence of Buddhism on Asia
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me this paper ]
An 8 page paper that discusses the advent of Buddhism in India and its spread
throughout Asia. The paper focuses on how the malleable nature of Buddhism
allowed it to insinuate itself in many different cultures, often changing the
very nature of existing religions. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Buddinfl.wps
The Chinese/English Biblical
Translations
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me this paper ]
This 5 page paper considers the issue of the translations of the Bible in China
and the popularity of translated texts. This paper considers the views of the
Chinese government, the work of Jin Di, and the approach that scholars have
taken to relating to the introduction of Biblical texts in Chinese. Bibliography
lists 4 sources.
Filename: MHjindi.wps
"The Concubine's Children" by
Denise Chong
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper which examines different incidents in Denise Chong's "The
Concubine's Children." The incidents, or events, discussed are those which
help to illustrate how complex the Chinese culture is as it relates to issues
such as culture shock, family relationships, marital relationships, gender
roles, and social interaction. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAchong.wps
"The Dragon's Village" Chen
Yuan-tsung (1980)
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me this paper ]
(14 pp.) A Chinese history scholar has written: "Most sympathetic observers
of Chinese women have … concluded that a major obstacle on the road to
furthering gender equality in China remains the task of overcoming women's long
ingrained 'sense of inferiority ' in their new roles and their acceptance of
subordination in light of a thousand years of cultural conditioning." This
issue will be discussed in relationship to Chen Yuan-tsung's autobiography, The
Dragon's Village (1980) Bibliography lists 1 sources.
Filename: BBchnwm.doc
"When China Ruled the Seas"
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me this paper ]
A 5 page research paper that uses Louise Levathes' fascinating study of Chinese
maritime prowess, When China Ruled the Seas, to discuss the period when the
Chinese navy dominated the China Seas and Indian Ocean between 1405 and 1433. No
additional sources cited.
Filename: 00chinav.wps
'The Romance of the Three Kingdoms'/ A
Primer In Chinese Initiative
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me this paper ]
A 16 page paper describing the classic Chinese work on warfare and political
strategy. The paper points out how, by studying the strategies of 'Three
Kingdoms' (written by protagonist Chuko Liang), Chinese industrialists hope to
impress upon their workers that there is nothing foreign or Western about
management, leadership, or strategy. The writer examines how Chuko Liang's
political and military strategy provides models for today's highly competitive
global marketplace, and show how Chuko's trust and confidence in his generals
provide models for a team-oriented and initiative-driven approach in industry.
Bibliography lists seven sources.
Filename: Kingdom.wps
A Comparative Assessment of Successful
Communist Revolutions in Russia and China
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me this paper ]
This 8 page paper provides a comparative overview of the factors that account
for the successful communist revolutions n Russia and China. This paper
considers the similarities of each revolution and the factors that determined
the maintenance of communism over time. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: MHRuChi.wps
A History of Foot-binding in China
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me this paper ]
This 6 page paper provides an overview of foot binding including how and why it
is practiced. Changes since the end of the nineteenth century are noted,
inclusive of the outlawing of the practice. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA112fb.wps
Acculturation: "Two Years in the
Melting Pot" and "Hunger of Memory"
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me this paper ]
A 7 page paper which compares and contrasts various aspects of acculturation in
Liu Zongren's "Two Years in the Melting Pot" and Richard Rodriguez'
"Hunger of Memory." No additional sources cited.
Filename: RArodrliu.wps
Air Pollution in China: Problems and
Solutions
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me this paper ]
This 6 page paper provides an overview of air pollution in China, and its
devastating effects. Whether or not the nation is doing enough to resolve the
problem, and protect future generations, is discussed. Effects on humans, and
fetal health in particular, are examined. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA134air.rtf
Americans & Hui Muslims / A Cultural
Comparison
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me this paper ]
A 6 page paper comparing and contrasting the culture of the Hui Muslims and that
of Americans. Although the culture of America is far more complex an issue than
that of the particular group of Chinese Muslims, a general comparison and
contrast is involved, which illustrates that, even though there are scattered
issues which illustrate different aspects, the majority of the issues illustrate
vast similarities in the cultures. While this may be directly related to
religion to some extent, the differences are, more than likely, attributable to
the basic and essential qualities that are inherent in history and culture's
involvement in such. For individual cultures appear to follow a similar path in
the evolution of their unique cultures. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Amhuimus.wps
Amy Tan's "The Joy Luck Club":
Psychological Theories/Perspectives
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me this paper ]
10 pages in length. The presence of cultural heritage in Chinese-American life
is not as significant as it once was, with the overall incorporation not being
of high priority to the younger generations. One may readily surmise that this
unexpected and often unwelcome secularism has virtually everything to do with
the manner in which the passage of time becomes such a significantly painful
occurrence for each mother's personal experience. The writer discusses
psychological theories and perspectives, as well as the concept of age, as they
relate to Amy Tan's "The Joy Luck Club." Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: TLCjoylk.wps
Ancient Chinese Societies and
Regulations
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper which how these ancient societies sought to regulate the
individual in order to support the specific belief systems of Taoism, Legalism
and Confucianism. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TGsocreg.rtf
Art Therapy And Chinese Disabled Culture
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me this paper ]
This 10 page paper provides background information on Chinese culture, a woman's
place in that culture, the social parameters of being deaf and the Chinese
outlook on providing special education for the developmentally disabled. It
presents the argument that the application of art therapy for the deaf and
mentally disabled Chinese woman is not only appropriate but would also provide
strength in areas such as communication, social skills, and interpersonal
relations. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: KTchiart.wps
Arthur Waley/Opium Wars Through Chinese
Eyes
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me this paper ]
A 5 page essay that gives an overview of Arthur Waley's text on the First Opium
War. Waley points out that other books written on the Chinese Opium Wars do not
give adequate attention to the Chinese official most involved in the First Opium
War, which was Lin Tse-hsu, who was sent by the Emperor in 1839 to suppress the
opium traffic coming illegally into the country. Using primary sources, Waley
discusses Lin's career. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khlintse.wps
Asian Women (Hmong Refugees)
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me this paper ]
A 5 page research paper that examines the situation of Hmong refugee women in
American society who are suffering from depression and posttraumatic stress
disorder. The writer discusses the rehabilitation efforts that have directed
towards these women and whether or not these do more harm then good.
Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Asiwome.wps
Aspects of China
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me this paper ]
A fifteen page paper which looks at various aspects of China, including the
importance of religious systems such as Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism and
the rise of the National Party and Communist Party in modern China. Bibliography
lists 7 sources.
Filename: JLchina2.wps
Bai Juyi (Pai Chu-i, Bo Juyi, Po Chü-i)
772-846 - Poet of the Tang Dynasy
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me this paper ]
(5 pp) Bai Juyi (772-846) is considered one of the most prolific poets of the
Tang Dynasty. And the Tang Dynasty itself (618 - 907 BCE) is considered to be
the golden age of Chinese poetry. We will examine this poet and his works in
light of his own historic period. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Bbbaijuy.doc
Bertolucci’s, The Last Emperor – An
Overview
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Bertolucci’s, The Last Emperor – An Overview: This 6-page essay examines the
1987 Bernardo Bertolucci film, The Last Emperor. Part embellished fiction, in
part fact this epic motion picture depicts the biography of Pu Yi, the last
emperor of the Ling Dynasty and much of 20th Century China’s tumultuous
history. Bibliography lists 3 sources. SNEmpero.doc
Filename: SNEmpero.doc
Blood, Sweat & Tears - The Price of
Progress in China
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me this paper ]
A 10 page paper that explores the sweatshop tactics that are being practiced
today in the factories of China as manufacturing increases due to the current
economic boom. Included is a description of the conditions in some of these
factories as well as a discussion on the ethics of this practice as related to
business. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: LCChina.doc
Book Review / Early Dynasties
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me this paper ]
5 page review of a book by D. Keightly entitled "Shang & Zhou Dynasties
: An Historical Examination." The writer analyzes the foundations of
Chinese civilization, tradition, culture, political rule, and other
developments. Key aspects of the Shane and Zhou dynasties are clarified. No
citation.
Filename: Shangdyn.wps
Buddhism in China
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me this paper ]
This 7 page paper provides an overview of Buddhism in China. Various forms of
Buddhism are explored. Types of Buddhism within China and other nations are
compared and contrasted. Some history is provided as well as information
regarding religious practices in communist China today. Bibliography lists 9
sources.
Filename: SA119Bud.doc
China / The Long March (1934-35)
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me this paper ]
An overview of one of China's most dramatic stand-ups in the country's history,
"The Long March." For the most part, this was an epic journey across
China undertaken by the Chinese Communists in 1934-35 and sprawling out over
5,000 miles. It has been defined by some as the most extraordinary event of its
kind in world history and this 5 page paper details its casual factors,
philosophical rationale, and political outcome. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Longmarc.wps
China and Japan / Political &
Legislative Structures
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me this paper ]
A 10 page paper discussing and comparing the political and legislative
structures of China and Japan. The primary issue or 'problem' discussed is the
idea that the Chinese government has claimed all authority resulting in less
innovation and growth compared to Japan's more functional approach to
development and government support rather than government control. Bibliography
lists 9 sources.
Filename: Chinjap.wps
China And Japan: Political, Economic And
Religious Development Between 1500 And 1800
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me this paper ]
5 pages in length. The writer discusses the political, economic and religious
development of China and Japan between the years of 1500 and 1800. Bibliography
lists 5 sources.
Filename: TLCchijp.wps
China and the Middle East
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper discussing China's political relationships with the Middle
Eastern countries and its trade arrangements with, not only the countries of the
Middle East, but also the United States. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Mideast.doc
China and the US: Then and Now.
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(5 pp) Although exceedingly dramatic, the spy plane incident with China last
month is another example of one of a long series of erratic politics Chinese
style. If this were a domestic incident rather than an international one, we
might be tempted to label it just another in a "spin- the-bottle" type
of management, as it appears to us in the West that China reacts to situations
rather than plans for them. In this discussion we will look at some of the past
history of political relations between China and the United States up to the
plane "incident. "Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: BBchnpln.doc
China's New Economy for the New
Millennium
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me this paper ]
A 12 page paper discussing China's great economic gains since the end of the
late-1990s Asian currency crisis. China has proven itself to be more than
"just" another developing nation seeking to take advantage of
temporary advantages for short-term gain. Rather, indicators point toward a
nation taking concrete steps to building positive and long-term benefits, taking
into account the needs of both the government and the people. China led the
world in advances for centuries, but its intended isolation and later full
embrace of communism stymied the economic growth it could have enjoyed long ago.
It seems now to be poised to rectify past oversights, creating a hybrid of
economic reality and ideology that can satisfy ingrained and long-standing
philosophy. The paper examines such factors such as GDP, balance of trade,
private ownership, and others. Bibliography lists 20 sources.
Filename: KSChinaEcon00.wps
China's Nuclear Weaponry Proliferation
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me this paper ]
10 pages in length. Since the time of Hiroshima, there has been an overwhelming
sense of comfort and safety associated with the nuclear bomb, just as long as
one is on the side with such fierce power. The United States has paved the way
for China when it comes to yielding the political strength that inherently comes
with nuclear weapons, attempting to educate the world about the pros and cons of
such cataclysmic implements of war. Bibliography lists 20 sources.
Filename: TLCchnuc.wps
China's One-Child Policy / Economic
Perspective On Governmental Control
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me this paper ]
A 10 page paper that provides an overview of the issues related to China's
limitations on child rearing and considers the impacts in terms of national
economics. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Chinaone.doc
China's Railroads
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me this paper ]
A 5 page research paper that examines the growth of China's railroads and
relates this to the industrial development of the country as a whole.
Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: 99chrr.wps
China, Hong Kong Thailand and Malaysia;
An Analysis
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me this paper ]
This 20 page paper consider these four countries and the different factors that
will influence business. The paper starts with a comprehensive look at the
economic factors such as GDP, inflation and interest rates, and then goes on to
consider other macro economic factors at work in the countries, such as the
social and cultural influences as ell as the language and educational levels.
The paper also list some relocation services. The bibliography cites 10 sources.
Filename: TEchmltw.wps
China, Mexico, and Nigeria -- Education
and Change
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me this paper ]
This 10 page report discusses the numerous influences that have determined what
education will be and how it will develop in these three countries. Each has had
the experience of Western imperialism and each have reacted to it in different
ways in terms of education. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: BWmexed.wps
China: Bad Geographical Karma
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(6 pp.) The amazing thing about China is its incredible size. You may believe
that you are going in one direction, and really end up in another - there is
that much to know and learn. Unfortunately China may be in a place in its
ecological development where the rest of us, world-wide will be influenced as
well. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BBchnawa.doc
China; Venture Capital and the Internet;
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This 16 page paper considers the role of venture capital in the development of
e-commerce in China. The paper is divided into four parts, the first considering
venture capital in china, the second regards the strategy of venture capital
investment and the problems, the third then looks at the internet in China with
a conclusion in the forth section on the traits of a good internet investment
for venture capital in China. The bibliography cites 7 sources.
Filename: TEvcapch.wps
China’s National Minorities
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China’s National Minorities: This 16-page essay explores the significance
relevant to the disparities between the Hui and Uighur, two of China’s
minority groups. In addition, images of Islam in Han cultural politics is
discussed. Although China’s minorities represent a small proportion of the
total population, their significance goes beyond numbers because of the
strategic territories they occupy -- and the strategic alliances that they have
the potential to form. Bibliography lists 12 sources. SNIslam1.doc
Filename: SNIslam1.doc
China’s Revolution of 1911 and the
Path Through the Twentieth Century
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me this paper ]
A 10 page discussion of the formative events resulting from the Revolution of
1911 which shaped China’s face for the entirety of the Twentieth Century.
Identifies Mao’s choice of Communism, and of the U.S.S.R. as an ally as the
most instrumental factor in putting China where she is today. Emphasizes that
while some of the human injustices which necessitated the revolution of 1911
were resolved, numerous other injustices continue. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: PPChnRev.wps
Chinese and European Culture: "The
Memory Palace of Matteo Ricci"
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper which discusses Chinese and European culture as presented in
Jonathan D. Spence's book "The Memory Palace of Matteo Ricci." No
additional sources cited.
Filename: RAricci.wps
Chinese and Japanese Children
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me this paper ]
This 5 page paper looks at the similarities and differences between the children
of these two countries and the ways in which they grow up. The paper includes
political structures, social expectations, gender differences and the way they
effect the children. The bibliography cites 3 sources.
Filename: TEjapchi.wps
Early Chinese and Japanese History
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me this paper ]
This 5 page paper contemplates several problems in Chinese and Japanese history.
Leaders are compared and contrasted. Confucianism is discussed in terms of its
impact on a people. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: SA112cj .wps
Economic Policy in China
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me this paper ]
This 7 page paper examines economic policy in China since the open door policy
was implemented by Deng Xiaoping. The nation's economic policies and conditions
in the 1980s and 1990s are discussed. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: SA14Chin.wps
Empty Cradles - Population Control in
China & India
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me this paper ]
An 8 page paper that describes and compares the population control policies that
have been implemented in China and India over the last half of the 20th century.
Included are discussions of the one-child policy that China implemented in 1979
and the 1970s failure of India's family planning program. Comparisons are made
in regard to cultures, traditions, and cultures as well as governmental
coercion. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: LCPopCtl.doc
Feng Shui And Graphic Design
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me this paper ]
18 pages in length. Advertising is the lifeblood of any company; without it,
there is little other way to reach one's target consumer. Indeed, there exist
myriad methods and theories that lay claim to appealing to the most number of
potential clients; however, there is yet another new and innovative way of
approaching the complex and often confusing industry of advertising. The writer
discusses how feng shui, a Chinese application that literally means "wind
and water," represents an up and coming form of advertising in the graphic
design industry. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: TLCfeng.wps
Freedom of the Press In Taiwan: A True
Work of Fiction
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me this paper ]
This 10-page-paper presents an in depth discussion on whether Taiwan allows
freedom of the press in its publications. Bibliography lists four sources.
Filename: CWtaiwan.wps
Genghis Khan / Life & Conquests
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me this paper ]
8 pages on Genghis Khan, the Mongolian Conqueror. The writer analytically
outlines his life, battles, conquest, campaigns, etc; Bibliography lists 5
sources.
Filename: Genghisk.wps
Genghis Khan's Impact On Asia
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me this paper ]
An 8 page paper that evaluates the impact Genghis Khan had on Asia, particularly
how in creating the Mongol Empire and the Mongol Army, he affected cultures and
practices of the native people and forever changed the face of the continent.
Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Khangen.wps
Ghengis Khan / The Man, His Empire,
& His Infamy
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me this paper ]
A 7 page discussion of mongul conqueror Genghis Khan and his long-lasting
effects on the structure of the world. Bibliography lists six sources.
Filename: Gkhan.wps
Henry P'u Yi - The Last Manchu Emperor
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me this paper ]
A 10 page paper that relates the history and biography of the last Manchu
Emperor, Henry P'u Yi, who assumed the throne when he was just barely three
years old. The writer reports his life as a child, teenager, his association
with the Japanese, his exile to the Soviet Union where he lived under house
arrest, his imprisonment in China and his last years. Bibliography lists 4
sources.
Filename: PGpuyi.wps
Henry Serruys' "The Mongols And
Ming China : Customs And History": Hung-Wu And The Mongols
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7 pages in length. Henry Serruys' account of the Hung-Wu period (1386-1398) in
"The Mongols and Ming China : Customs and History" draws upon the
author's literary talents, as well as the sordid historical events that revolve
around China's Mongols during this period. This detailed analysis provides the
reader with a scope of knowledge both vast and explicit, with the book's aim
being that of a comprehensive critical overview of how China's Mongols managed
to rule for the better part of a century. Indeed, the sources upon which Serruys
draw are instrumental in his ability to portray this era as one of China's most
powerful. Clearly, the method by which the author assembles the work, as well as
his complementary writing style, brings forth the underlying reasons that such a
forceful period existed in China's past and what its people have learned from
such events, which represent the book's larger issues. No additional sources
cited.
Filename: TLCming.wps
Hmong Imigration And Adaptation In The
United States
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This 8 page report discusses the Hmong people of the highlands of Laos who
fearlessly allied themselves with the United States war effort in Southeast Asia
and who have since faced merciless persecution. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Hmong.wps
Hong Kong / Political and Economic
Changes
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A 15 page paper that describes the impacts of the process of Chinese
reunification on the political and economic status of Hong Kong. The focus of
this paper is on those aspects that significantly impact the economic health of
Hong Hong. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Hongkon2.wps
Hong Kong as a Potential Business
Location
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This 8 page paper looks at the hypothetical situation of a company considering
setting up business in Hong Kong by looking that the different factors
concerning the destination country that will require consideration. These
include the geographical factors, political and economic situation as well as
the demographics of the available labour force. The bibliograhy cites 6 sources.
Filename: TEhongkn.wps
Hong Kong's Return to China
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me this paper ]
A 5 page overview that speculates about what may happen when Hong Kong is handed
back to China, after approximately150 years of British rule. Economic and
cultural aspects are highlighted. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Hongkong.wps
Housing As Social Control
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A 9 page discussion of the different social control theories utilized by the
United States and Tibet / China with respect to housing. The United States and
China have very different forms of social control, especially in regards to the
settlement of land in another country, as China is settling Tibet. While it
would seem that the United States and China/Tibet would have nothing in common
in regards to their settlement policies, the fact remains that both countries
use a similar social theory as the basis of social control in their
neighborhoods. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: Soccontr.wps
Hui Muslims: Their Culture Verses
'Mainstream' American Culture
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A 7 page exploration of the definition of culture as it relates to the Hui
Muslims of China and the 'mainstream' American culture. Proposes that the
biggest difficulty in such an overview is the definition of 'mainstream.'
Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Huimusli.wps
Human Rights and Sovereignty
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A 5 page paper discussing when outside forces should intervene. Nations are
indeed sovereign entities, and they need to be regarded as such. When it becomes
obvious that they are actively abusing the rights of their own citizens,
however, then outside forces need to intervene. The decision may not be
politically popular, but it is morally right. Taking that path benefits all
involved, and the benefits of the action outweigh the negatives associated with
momentarily violating a nation's sovereignty. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: KShumRght2.wps
Infant mortality in Japan
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A five page paper which considers the social, economic and cultural factors
which have led to changes in the birth and death rates in Japan, and the decline
in the infant mortality rate over recent decades. Bibliography cites 10 sources.
Filename: JLjapan.wps
Jacques Gernet/ "Daily Life in
China"
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A 5 page analysis of Gernet's book Daily Life in China, in which dispels some
commonly held Western misconceptions about Chinese history. No additional
sources cited.
Filename: khgernet.wps
Japan and China: A Comparison of
Environments
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A 6 page overview of the natural resources and ecological complexity of Japan
and China. Summarizes the fact that since China is larger in terms of physical
land coverage it encompasses more ecological diversity than does Japan.
Concludes that each country shares the threat of overdevelopment and severe
impact to their fragile ecosystems. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PPchnJap.wps
Japanese and Chinese Development:
Reflections of World War II and the Cold War
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A 5 page comparison of the relative development of Japan and China. Links the
apparent differences to circumstance and choice of post World War II allies.
Contends that the U.S. was charged in many ways with restoring the economic
stability of Japan since World War II but only began to emphasize trade
relations with China in the last decade. Contends that Japan is much more
economically stable because Japan concentrated on high-tech production geared
toward export while China’s concentration, as a matter of her Cold War
alliance to the U.S.S.R., was on the manufacture of war goods. Bibliography
lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPjapDev.wps
Joint Ventures and International
Business in China
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This 8 page report discusses international joint ventures in China and the
successes of joint business ventures between Chinese business and foreign
businesses. The ability of business investors who reside in one country and
invest in a business in another to influence the firms in which they have an
ownership stake is an issue of long-standing concern. With the growth of large
corporations and the dispersion of their stockholders in the past several
decades, concern about the divorce of ownership from control became important.
The question of establishing wholly-owned business in China has become an issue
of concern, as well as the future of multinational enterprises both in and with
China. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: BWjoint.wps
Jonathan Spence's "The Death of
Woman Wang" As an Example of Seventeenth-Century Chinese Social History
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A 5 page paper which examines how the book considers society from the bottom up
in order to contribute to a better understanding of Chinese society during this
time period, and also discusses what kinds of issues that social history
addresses better than political and intellectual histories, to determine how the
book presents Chinese society. No additional sources are used.
Filename: TGjswang.wps
Jonathan Spence/ "Search for Modern
China"
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me this paper ]
A 5 page research paper that examines the period of Chinese history between 1911
and 1937 utilizing the comprehensive history of China by Jonathan Spence,
"The Search for Modern China." The writer discusses the weaknesses of
the Nationalist government and the forces that caused its downfall. No
additional sources cited.
Filename: 99spence.wps
Kingston's 'Warrior Woman' /
Mother-Daughter Relationship
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A 5 page essay on the mother's expectations, legacy, and results of the
daughter's efforts in Maxine Hong Kingston's autobiography. The writer posits
that both the mother and daughter, though retaining separate ideologies, come
together in the fact that the daughter becomes a warrior woman, a warrior
created through the help of the mother. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Womwar.wps
Labor Markets / China vs. U.S.
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A 10 page paper comparing the labor markets of China and the US. Traces China's
journey from a communal system to its present-day attempts at an open market
system including a brief description of the US open market system and what it
means to a country's economy. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Usclabor.wps
Learning of Self
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(5 pp) When we first begin to make the effort of learning, or deciding who we
are, or who we want to be, we usually have to take into account how others
perceive us. Naturally the first who do that are our parents. We have that
problem presented in the readings that we have been given: Amy Tann's "Two
Kinds," and Danzy Senna's "The Mulatto Millennium." These two
works will be used as a basis for the "learning of self."
Filename: BBamytan.doc
Legitimacy of China’s Legal System and
the Strength of the Chinese Communist Party
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This 5 page report discusses the facts that as China modernizes and becomes a
more accepted partner in global enterprises and market opportunities, the
Western world is more carefully evaluating the society that has evolved in
modern China. The debates surrounding issues as varied as trade normalization,
human rights violations, and whether or not China has any hope of hosting the
Olympics, those in the debate repeatedly ask whether or not China has really
changed (or is changing). Seeing how the Chinese government reacts to its own
citizens who criticize it suggests that beneath the facade of international
business, the totalitarian behemoth still lurks. In addition, the CCP (Chinese
Communist Party) remains firmly in control of virtually all social, judicial,
and political occurrences in the nation. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BWchileg.wps
Literature of Marriage in China
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An 11 page paper examining 10 anthropologically-centered journal articles
discussing studies and observations on Chinese marriage patterns. China existed
as a closed society long before the advent of communism in 1949, both
practically and philosophically. The traditional Chinese view is that their way
is superior to all others, particularly in their family relationships. The
economic changes resulting from greater opening of the country in the past
generation have lead to changes in marriage patterns that have been dictated by
tradition for thousands of years, as these 10 articles demonstrate. Bibliography
lists 10 sources.
Filename: KSChinaMar.wps
Louise Levathes' "When China Ruled
the Seas" and the Importance of Trade on Chinese History
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A 5 page paper which examines how trade significantly influenced Chinese
history, according to Louise Levathes' 1994 book, "When China Ruled the
Seas: The Treasure Fleet of the Dragon Throne 1405-1433." Bibliography
lists 2 sources.
Filename: TGchisea.wps
Lun Yü of K'ung Fu-Tzu / Analects Of
Confucius vs. Theories Of Plato
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An 8 page paper discussing the Lun Yu, also known as 'the Analects' of Confucius
and comparing them to the views of Plato regarding the reformation of society.
Bibliography lists five sources.
Filename: Lunyu.wps
Marketing QUALCOMM’s Code Division
Multiple Access (CDMA) in China
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me this paper ]
This 19 page report discusses QUALCOMM of San Diego, California, that owns the
patents that are essential to virtually all aspects of the CDMA wireless
telecommunications standards that have been adopted or proposed for adoption by
standards-setting bodies throughout the world. Since China does not make CDMA
technology, U.S. communications and equipment suppliers such as QUALCOMM are
likely to see their sales soar in China since it is widely agreed-upon that
China is the world’s fastest-growing mobile telephone market. This paper
discusses a number of aspects associated with marketing CDMA in China.
Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: BWqualco.wps
Michael Ondaatje's "Running In The
Family": Heritage
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6 pages in length. Characteristically reminiscent of Ondaatje's heritage,
"Running in the Family" clearly represents the author's personal
perception of reality as it not only exists within his own mind, but also how it
resides within the confines of society. While the story is intricately
intertwined with both past and present, Ondaatje relishes the opportunity to
weave a web of secrecy and illusion, not unlike the appearance of his own life.
The writer discusses how the student might compare Ondaatje's story with her
own. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TLCondaa.wps
Military Strategists / Sun Tzu vs. Carl
Von Clausewitz
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A 4 page paper that considers the military philosophies presented by Sun Tzu and
Clausewitz and the similarities and differences that can be inferred from a
comparison of their works. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Artofwar.wps
Military Strength of 21st Century China
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me this paper ]
This 5 page report discusses whether or not China’s modernization and its
partnership in global enterprises and market opportunities demonstrates a true
commitment to modernization and advancement of its society and the Chinese
people or to an advancement of its military capabilities. Focus on the people of
China by its government in modern times has always been in terms of the
people’s ability, if not always willingness, to support its military machine.
There is no substantive reason to believe that such a mindset no longer exists.
Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BWmilchi.wps
Millenarian Movements in Chinese History
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A 6 page research paper that examines the relationship of eschatology and
millenarian movements in Chinese history. The writer discusses the Taiping
Rebellion of 1850-64 as an example. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: khmille.wps
Modern China -- Economics, Human Rights,
and the “Mandate of Heaven”
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This 7 page report discusses the People’s Republic of China in terms of its
foreign and domestic economic policies, its human rights problems, and the fact
that regardless of the many changes that have altered China in the past two
decades, it still remains a primarily communist nation. Bibliography lists 7
sources.
Filename: BWchin01.wps
Most Favored Nation Trade Status for
China
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This 12 page paper supports the argument that the United States should continue
to trade with China and grant the nation MFN status. Both sides of the argument
are provided. Politician's views are duly noted. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: SA015MFN.wps
One Aspect of Morgan Stanley's
Investment Risk in China
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A 5 page paper discussing Morgan Stanley's first-ever joint venture, and one in
which the investment bank in which the company was a partner lost money on
telecommunications infrastructure investing in China. Much of the loss incurred
later was traced to bribery. Associated risks could have been eliminated from
the telecommunications scenario and preserved at least some return for
investors. Staunch refusal would have delayed the telecommunications projects in
the short term, but those delays likely would have cost less than did the bribes
that were paid to effect their completion. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: KSinvest.rtf
Opening up Free Trade With China
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6 pages in length. A discussion on the aspects of the United States considering
free trade with China, as well as why sanctions have been passed, and what it
would involve to revoke some of the sacntions. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: JGAchnfr.wps
Patterns of Chinese Immigration in the
USA
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A twelve page paper, based on the concepts in Bernard Wong’s Ethnicity and
Entrepreneurship: Immigrant Chinese in the San Francisco Bay Area, which looks
at the similarities and differences between the cultural, social and
professional characteristics of the two main groups of Chinese-Americans; those
who are descended from the first wave of immigration in the nineteenth century
and those who were part of the second wave which began in the 1960s.
Filename: JLwong.wps
Photographic Representation of People in
China: 1840-1930
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A 5 page paper which presents an examination of photographic work depicting the
people of China, through Westerner's eyes, from 1840-1930. Bibliography lists 4
sources.
Filename: RAphotoch.wps
Political & Military Reasons for the
Defeat of the Nationalist Chinese by the Communist Chinese in 1949
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This 12 page report discusses the takeover of China by Communist forces in 1949.
The writer specifically discusses political and military mistakes and lack of
leadership bt Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek that led to the defeat of
Nationalist China. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Polmil.wps
Ramayana and the Depiction of War
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This 4 page paper provides an overview of the central themes of war and violence
in Ramayana and other Indian classics and the status of the warrior in these
texts. This paper attempts to determine whether any particular group of men is
considered superior to a warrior. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: MHRamaya.wps
Shen Fu/Six Records of a Floating Life
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A 5 page essay that examines Shen Fu's record of eighteenth century Chinese
life, Six Records of a Floating Life. The writer discuses how Shen Fu gives the
history student an insider's view of life during the Manchu dynasty. No
additional sources cited.
Filename: khshen.wps
Solutions to Health Problems in China
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An 8 page paper which presents an examination of the health problems which exist
in China and then illustrates solutions, and possible solutions to the problems.
The paper presents information and solutions concerning general health care,
maternal mortality, environmental risks involving women, and aging issues.
Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: RAchnhlth.wps
Sorrow And Comfort In "Book Of
Songs"
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5 pages in length. On the heels of one of history's most horrendous tragedies,
the world is reassessing what it means to live within a vastly diverse global
community. Through this renewed appraisal after the World Trade Center and
Pentagon disasters, people are seeking comfort by way of myriad sources, not the
least of which is poetry and song. History has demonstrated how resilient people
can be when provided with the opportunity to address their sorrow and ultimately
find comfort. Book of Songs speaks to the need for emotional healing, inasmuch
as its very existence is based upon the foundation of understanding. Closely
examining these poems allows one to gain a significantly better realization of
the source of social sorrow that existed at that time, as well as whether or not
those people ever found comfort. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: TLCbksng.wps
Spence's The Emperor of China
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This 5 page paper provides a critical evaluation of this professor's book about
K'ang-hsi who reigned from 1661 to 1722. The paper evaluates the emperor's
leadership and underlying motives. No additional sources cited.
Filename: SA047Chn.wps
Taiping Rebellion
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A 14 page paper which examines the Taiping Rebellion, which took place from
1850-1864, during China's Ch'ing dynasty, i.e., problems and changes which led
to its historical origin, context of the Rebellion and its significance on the
course of Chinese history. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: TGtaipng.wps
Taiwan's Quest for Independence
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A 5 page outline of Taiwans most recent efforts toward achieving independence.
Relates the post World War II history between Taiwan and China and emphasizes
that tensions between Taiwan and mainland China have never been higher. In
March, 2000, Taiwan elected a president who ran on an independance platform.
China has stated that this is unacceptable. The situation is quite testy and
involves the United States in a potential arms sale to Taiwan. Needless to say
this situation has the attention of the entire world. Bibliography lists 5
sources.
Filename: PPtaiwan.wps
Taoism and Yin Yang
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Taoism and Yin Yang: This 6-page essay explores the history of Yin Yang, and the
corresponding beliefs in Taoism. Dating back as far as 5,000 B.C.E. these
precepts have largely been responsible for shaping the Chinese culture.
Difficult concepts to grasp, most Westerners find Taoism’s innate,
non-judgmental philosophy of acceptance incomprehensible. Bibliography lists 4
sources. SNYinyan.doc
Filename: SNYinyan.doc
The Adverse Impacts of Colonialism on
Malaysia: Continual Ethnic and Religious Unrest
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A 9 page overview of the colonial history of Malaysia which emphasizes the
impacts of immigration on ethnic diversity. With this diversity, and the British
institutions of colonialism came ethnic and religious unrest which is still
apparent in the country even today. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: PPmalays.wps
The Chinese Educational System
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A 5 page essay on the history and current condition of the Chinese Eductinal
System and the problems that it is currently faceing. Bibliography lists 5
sources.
Filename: Chinesed.wps
The Chinese Market and International
Business
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This 6 page report discusses the advantages and disadvantages presented by the
Chinese market for international business development and marketing. In 1998,
new policies were enacted in China to increase foreign investments and marketing
expansion in the country. They included the optimization of foreign-funded
industrial structure, the expansion of foreign investments into the
petrochemical and construction sectors, improved allocation of foreign
investments and attracting businesses from North America and the European Union.
Despite setbacks, China still appears to be making a successful transition from
central planning to greater market orientation. Compared to many of the
transition economies in other parts of the world, it has largely avoided the
enormously high inflation, recession and unemployment rates others have
experienced. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: BWchimkt.wps
The Chinese Moon (Mid-Autumn) Festival
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A 5 page paper which examines the origin and celebration of the Chinese Moon
(Mid-Autumn) Festival. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TGchmoon.rtf
The Chinese of Indonesia and the
Attempted 1965 Communist Coup
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This 5 page paper considers the issue of the Communist coup of 1965 in
Indonesia, also known as the GESTAPU, and assesses why ethnic Chinese in
Indonesia were singled out for maltreatment following the attempted coup. This
paper considers the issue of the ethnic Chinese presence in Indonesia and the
reasons behind opposition to this ethnic group. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: MHgestap.wps
The Crisis Between Taiwan and China:
Suggested U.S. Strategy
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A 3 page consideration of the role of the United States in the conflict between
Taiwan and China. Contends that while our role is diplomatic in nature, and
geared to reduce friction between these countries rather than escalate them, we
should be prepared to intervene militarily to stand behind our warnings to China
not to use military force in Taiwan. Criticizes the role of the Clinton
administration in this situation and suggests that the George W. Bush
administration take heed from their improprieties. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPtaiChn.wps
The Emperors of China and Japan
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This 9 page paper considers the different roles of the emperors of China and
Japan in promoting or inhibiting programs for political and social change. This
paper looks at the period between the mid-19th century through the end of World
War II and considers the different culture/ideological elements in the societies
of China and Japan in order to consider the function of the emperors in both of
these countries. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: MHchijap.wps
The Falun Gong Movement
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This 5 page paper provides information on the movement, but focuses on the
trouble the group has had in Beijing. Why the movement has not posed a threat to
the United States is explained. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA133FG.rtf
The Fate of the Hong Kong Multinational
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This 5 page paper uses the Hong Kong based Rosco toy company as an example for
evaluation. The company is discussed in terms of its position as a multinational
and in light of the world economies. Other aspects of expansion such as
managerial practices and cultural differences are included as well. Bibliography
lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA015HK.wps
The Feminist Movement in China: The
Influence of Internal and External Factors
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A 7 page discussion of the many factors influencing the feminist movement in
China. Assesses these factors through a comparison of the works of modern
Chinese writers such as Lu Xun and the writings of feminist leaders in China in
the early part of the Twentieth Century. Emphasizes that many factors were at
play in this movement. Two of the most influential of these were influence from
the West and the actions of the Mao regime. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PPmadman.wps
The History of Chinese Buddhism
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This 8 page paper provides an overview of Buddhism as it exists in China. An
extensive history is provided. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: SA112Bud.wps
The Hui Muslim Of China - A Culture
Unlike Anything In The U.S.
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This 7 page report discusses the Hui Muslims of northwest China. Muslim
separatists want to recover or liberate the land they call 'East Turkistan.'
Violence has broken out in what the Chinese government has referred to as
'counter-revolutionary rebellion.' There are some vague parallels between the
Hui and the African American and Native American cultures of the U.S. that are
very briefly mentioned. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Hui.wps
The Importance of the Affirmation of
Life During the First Two Centuries of the Ch'ing [Qing] Dynasty (1644-1844)
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A 10 page paper which considers the importance of the affirmation of life during
the first two centuries of China's Ch'ing [Qing] dynasty by examining 18th
century Chinese society, culture, literature and social condition of the gentry
class. Specifically considered are popular literary works of the period,
including Dream of the Red Chamber, Six Records [or Chapters] of a Floating
Life, Death of Woman Wang, the literary ‘sketches' of storyteller P'u
Sung-Ling, and the decadent poetry of Yuan Mei. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: TGaflife.rtf
The Importance of Transformation During
the First Two Centuries of the Ch'ing [Qing] Dynasty (1644-1844)
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A 10 page paper which considers the importance of transformation during the
first two centuries of China's Ch'ing [Qing] dynasty by examining 18th century
Chinese society, culture, literature. Specifically considered are popular
literary works of the period, including Dream of the Red Chamber, Six Records
[or Chapters] of a Floating Life, the literary ‘sketches' (bijixiaoshuo) of
storyteller P'u Sung-Ling, and the poetry of Yuan Mei. Bibliography lists 10
sources.
Filename: TGtrnfrm.wps
The Presidential Election of Taiwan
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8 pages in length. A close look at the election of Chen Shui-bian as president
of Taiwan in March 2000. This paper looks at Taiwan's political history leading
up to this important election as well as the impact it will have in the future
of Taiwan. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
Filename: JGAtaipz.wps
The Relationship Between Melodrama And
Realism In The British Cinema 1930- 1949
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This 8 page paper considers the relationship between melodrama and realism in
the United Kingdom during this period of time. Dominated by Hitchcock the paper
demonstrates the relationship by using one of his earlier films; 'The Thirty
Nine Steps' as well as a later Hitchcock style film' The Third Man'. The
bibliography cites 6 sources.
Filename: TEmelodr.wps
The Social Problems of the People's
Republic of China
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This 5 page paper assess the social problems experienced by the People's
Republic of China (PRC), considering some of the underpinnings that occurred
during the 1960s and emerging social issues of the current day. Specifically,
this paper assess the impact of the 'send-down policy' between 1967-1978, the
problem of educational attainment, and the struggles with the integration of
recent economic reforms and the impacts this has had on the social structure.
Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: MHPRC.wps
The Social Side of Poverty in China
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A 10 page research paper that examines the plight of China's poor. Citing
documents from the World Bank, the writer presents an overall look at the
efforts that are being made to elevate China's poor to a decent standard of
living. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: 00chpoor.wps
The Story Of The Stone
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me this paper ]
In the reading of The Story of the Stone there is an enormous amount of
symbolism inherent in the presentation. The author tells the reader, in the
preamble, that many of the names are allegorical. The style of writing, similar
to the telling of a myth or fable, and the inclusion of metaphysical thought and
paranormal activities (prescient dreams) lends credence to the interpretation of
the story in terms of the symbols and the social climate at the time it was
written. This is 5 page paper examines the changes in social and class structure
in the late Imperialist era of the Qing Dynasty through the auspices of the
symbols presented in the story. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Storysto.wps
The Taiping Revolt and the Influence of
Daoism
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This 6 page paper explores the collision of beliefs and culture in China. The
Taiping revolt is highlighted and the Christianity that the people fought for is
evaluated in respect to beliefs held by Daoism. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA049Dao.wps
The Tao of Pooh
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A 5 page paper which looks at Benjamin Hoff’s correlation of Winnie-the-Pooh
with the Taoist perspective on meaning, and how Pooh’s interaction with the
other characters demonstrates the Taoist essence of being. One work cited.
Taoism.
Filename: JLpooh.wps
The Three Gorges Dam Project in China
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5 pages in which the writer evaluates the Three Gorges Dam Project in China.
China is taking a big risk in the building of this very expensive dam.
Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: 3gorges.wps
The Trade Relationship Between the U.S.
and China
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This 8 page paper looks at the specific relationship between the U.S. and China,
but spends some time on the concept of free trade in general. Theories regarding
free trade are explored. The agricultural sector in China is also a focus of
this paper. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA114fre.wps
The True Meaning of the Chinese New Year
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me this paper ]
A 4 page paper which presents an informational overview of the Chinese New Year
to gain an insightful perspective into its great importance to the Chinese
culture and reveal its true meaning. No sources are cited.
Filename: TGcnyear.rtf
Tibetan Culture
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me this paper ]
An 11 page overview of Tibetan culture. Discusses the environmental and
political factors which have shaped this culture and discusses the changes over
time. The author provides substantial details of traditional culture and
subsistence patterns as well as details regarding traditional gender roles.
Discusses the changes these cultural aspects have experienced as a result of
interaction with other cultures, particularly the Chinese. Bibliography lists 7
sources.
Filename: PPtibet.wps
Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine
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8 pages in length. The recent trend toward alternative therapies, such as
traditional Chinese herbal medicine, is one that warrants the attention of the
Western medical society. Not only are the herbal therapies valued for their
healing abilities, but when used in conjunction with other alternative
modalities, they provide a much more comprehensive approach to overall health
and healing. The writer discusses the history behind traditional Chinese herbal
medicine, as well as addresses its uses in today's American society.
Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: HerbMed.wps
Training Considerations for Hong Kong
Security Guards
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me this paper ]
A 5 page discussion of training considerations in Hong Kong security. Delineates
the complexities of Hong Kong security as ranging from the mediocre to the
highly sensitive. Emphasizes the need for understanding of high-tech equipment
as well as the more standard aspects of security. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: PPsecuHK.wps
U.S. Foreign Policy in Respect to China
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This 10 page paper evaluates U.S.-China relations since 1945. Trade as well as
other aspects are discussed. Included also is information on how MFN status
plays a role and how Tiananmen Square changed things. Bibliography lists 10
sources.
Filename: SA113Chn.wps
U.S. Involvement: China and Taiwan
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me this paper ]
A 10 page discussion of the historic and contemporary role of the United States
in China's conflict with Taiwan over Taiwan's quest for independence. Traces the
history of U.S. involvement from 1949 when the Nationalist party relocated to
Taiwan from China's mainland. Suggests that the continued involvement of the
U.S. in this situation is imperative and that our allegiances should be with
Taiwan. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
PPtaiwUS.wps
Uniforms for Students Make a Better
Learning Environment
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Implementation of uniforms in public schools means that all students are wearing
the same thing as everyone else - what are the positive points for doing this?
This 5 page paper looks at the positive aspects of school uniforms for students.
Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: JGAunfrm.wps
Western Influence on Asia and Africa
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me this paper ]
A 6 page overview of the varying interactions of African and Asian countries to
Western influence. Provides specific examples from Sudan, Gold Coast (Ghana),
Kenya, Morocco, Japan, China, Ethiopia, and elsewhere. Emphasizes that these
reactions varied from almost total cooperation to armed resistance and were
dependent on a number of factors including time period, previous
interrelationships, degree of Western penetration, and economics. Bibliography
lists 6 sources.
Filename: PPAsiaAf.wps
Wild Swans: Jung Chang's View of Quanxi
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This 5 page paper considers the concept of quanxi and defines how it works as a
strategy in the book Wild Swans by Jung Chang. This paper considers how quanxi
works as a strategy for individuals to get around rigid state control. This
paper also considers the creative perspectives presented in David Wank's study
of business groups in Xiamen in his article called Private Business, Bureaucracy
and Political Alliance in a Chinese City. In addition, this paper also
determines why entrepreneurs are more interested in cultivating quanxi ties with
the government than in developing their own autonomous business associations to
protect themselves from state control. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: MHChang.wps
William Duiker's "Ho Chi Minh"
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6 pages in length. William Duiker's Ho Chi Minh provides an in-depth and
comprehensive chronicle of Vietnam's premiere leader and the struggles he faced
attempting to gain independence for his people. From the beginning of his
political career through his thirty-year isolation to his re-entry into
political society with a change of name, Duiker provides one of the most
detailed accounts about Minh's political strife. No additional sources cited.
Filename: TLChochi.wps
Women Warriors in Hong Kong Films
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me this paper ]
An 8 page research paper on the women warrior genre in Hong Kong films. The
writer details the history of the genre, its main features, and describes
several examples. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Hongfilm.wps
“Fiction in China under the Communist
regime”
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me this paper ]
A nine page paper which looks at three stories from the Maoist period in China,
in terms of the way that they use metaphorical narratives to criticise the flaws
in the regime, such as the way in which women were treated within the community
and the difficulties faced by those who tried to improve their own
socio-economic status under Communism. Bibliography lists 4 sources
Filename: JLChinafic.wps
“Mona in the Promised Land”: Fiction
Parallels Fact in The Immigrant Experience and the Quest for Cultural Belonging
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A 5 page discussion of the cultural implications found in the fictional novel by
Gish Jen. Contends that the pressure to conform which confronts the teenage
heroine of the book and her more traditional Asian American parents is that
which has faced immigrants throughout the history of this country. Bibliography
lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPmona.wps
“Political elites in China, Japan and
Korea”
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A ten page paper which compares the composition of the political elites in
China, Japan and the republic of Korea and looks at the ways in which political
reforms are attempting to address the problems of corruption at the higher
echelons of government in the three countries. Bibliography lists 7 sources
Filename: JLpolelites.wps
“Race and culture in Chinese American
society”
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me this paper ]
A paper which looks at the interaction of race and culture as exemplified by the
Chinese communities in the USA, particularly those in the older Chinatowns and
those who formed the second wave of immigration and adopted a more international
cultural perspective whilst retaining many traditional social behaviours.
Filename: JLchincult.wps
“Rickshaw” by Lao She
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This 5 page report discusses the major character’s of Lao She’s (pseudonym
of Shu Ch'ing-ch'un) novel “Rickshaw.” His writing is known for its humorous
and satirical approach and for its elegant use of the Peking dialect. His
best-known work “Camel Xiangzi” was originally translated into English as
“Rickshaw” and became a best -seller in America. The characters and events
of “Rickshaw” are examined in the context of the many social, cultural, and
economic influences China experienced in the 20th century. Bibliography lists 3
sources.
Filename: BWlaoshe.wps
“Survival Rights” in the People’s
Republic of China
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This 5 page report discusses the fact that the government leaders of the
People’s Republic of China insists that “survival rights” are the most
important element of human rights and the primary human right is simply the
right of existence. History has demonstrated that in China, there are enormous
difficulties involved in guaranteeing survival rights and that “rights” to
subjective concerns such as life, liberty or the “pursuit of happiness” are
of secondary, perhaps tertiary, concern. After all, humans must be able to
survive in order to even consider human “rights. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: BWsurrts.wps
“The Wild Swans”: A Discussion of
Twentieth Century China as Seen Through the Book by Jung Chang
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A 6 page discussion of the political evolution which occurred in twentieth
century China. Written largely from a biographical standpoint using the lives of
the author’s family and herself, this book also provides an excellent
historical basis for an understanding of the impacts of politics on the Chinese
people. This paper elucidates on several key points in the book by addressing
fifteen specific questions. No additional sources are listed.
Filename: PPwldSwn.wps
“Tiananmen Massacre”
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A twenty four page paper which considers the events and implications of the
uprising and massacre of Tiananmen Square in 1989 and the subsequent effect on
China’s diplomatic relations with the US. The paper looks at the historical
background to Tiananmen and the reasons why the dissident movement has led to
greater rapport with Western nations than was the case in earlier alliances
between China and the West. The changed perception of Deng Xioping’s
government in the light of recent revelations regarding Tiananmen is also
considered. Bibliography lists 10 sources
Filename: JLtiananmen.wps
“Western Elements in the Films of
Zhang Yimou”
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A ten page paper which looks at the work of Chinese film director Zhang Yimou,
the most commercially successful of the Fifth Generation of film-makers. The way
in which Zhang combines elements of traditional Chinese cultures and narrative
structures with a Western perspective is analysed, and also the influence of
both Imperial Chinese history and the Cultural Revolution on Zhang’s
generation. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: JLzhang.wps
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