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Papers On Biographies
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'Profiles of Courage'
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A 5 page paper which discusses the book 'Profiles of Courage' by John F. Kennedy. The book is discussed in terms of the traits that Kennedy felt were admirable and worthy of note. Bibliography lists 4 additional sources.
Filename: RAprofil.rtf
2 views/Biographies of Charlemagne
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A 5 page book review that looks two biographies of Charlemagne. These two biographies were written by men roughly contemporary with Charlemagne's rule. One was penned by Einhard between 829 and 836 A.D., the Vita Caroli. The other was written by Notker the Stammerer (who is considered synonymous with the Monk of Saint Gall) between 884 and 887 for the Emperor Charles the Fat, Charlemagne's epileptic great-grandson. Both of these biographies have been translated by Lewis Thorpe and combined into one volume, Two Lives of Charlemagne. The writer discusses the aspects of Charlemagne that these biographers considered noteworthy. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khgrchar.wps
A Biography of Alexey Brodovitch:
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This 5 page paper discusses the life of Alexey Brodovitch who was a famous graphic designer. This paper analyzes his contributions to the world of graphic design and notes his accomplishments. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: GSAlexey.rtf
A Biography of Honoré de Balzac
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This 7 page paper provides basic biographical information as well as to highlight this novelist's social and political views. His personal life is discussed as well as his novels. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA144HdB.rtf
A Comparison of Notable Past Presidents:
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This 8 page paper compares and contrasts Ben Franklin, George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton, and James Madison. These men are examines through the eyes of assorted authors who are experts on these men. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: GSPresbk.rtf
A Personal Account of the Civil War:
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This 5 page paper discusses the life of a particular Colorado Soldier who maintained a diary throughout his time in the Civil War. This paper discusses his reflections and highlights the new perspectives we gain when viewing this war through the eyes of one specific soldier and his experiences. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: GSCivBio.rtf
A Profile of Ted Bundy
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This 5 page paper probes the life of notorious serial killer Ted Bundy. Facts about his early life and crime spree are noted. The paper talks about what might have caused a seemingly ordinary man to murder. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: SA 120Ted.doc
A Thoughtful look at Pocahontas
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This 5 page paper provides biographical information, but also looks at controversial areas of the life of this Indian "Princess." Her experience with the Jamestown colony as well as her voyage to Europe and untimely death are each explored.
Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA146Poc.rtf
A. H. Franks 'Pavlova, 1881 to 1931' / A Biography
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5 pages in length. The true essence of life's dramatic celebrations and accomplishment is portrayed with vivid mastery in A. H. Franks' biography of Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova entitled Pavlova, 1881 to 1931: A Biography. The writer discusses how Franks captures Pavlova's joys and heartbreaks, successes and failures by offering the reading audience a detailed glimpse into the life of perhaps the most premiere Russian ballerina of her time. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Pavlova.wps
Abigail Adams
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5 pages. The book, Abigail Adams, an American
Woman, by Charles W. Akers, is one of the most profound and
well-researched works on this American first lady. Considered to
be one of the foremost proponents of women's rights, Abigail
Adams is portrayed in Akers' work justly and accurately, and the
reader becomes enmeshed in Abigail's character and actions.
Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: JGAakers.wps
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