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Japanese Correctional System, 2008.
A look at the Japanese restorative philosophy of corrections versus the American correctional system.
1,324 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 44.95
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The paper discusses how the Japanese correctional system places a strong emphasis on rehabilitation and preparing the prisoner for being released once again into society. The paper outlines the procedure called Jidan and shows how the punishment of the offender is not stressed, rather forgiveness is stressed on the part of victim and Japanese society in general. The paper then looks at criticisms of the Japanese system and asserts that rather than calling the system 'better' or more 'humane,' a more accurate characterization might be that it allows for less individualized responses to crime, and is less interested in protecting the rights and interests of the accused or the victim.
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"The Japanese correctional system places a strong emphasis on rehabilitation and preparing the prisoner for being released once again into society. The Japanese correctional system "is intended to resocialize, reform, and rehabilitate offenders" rather than enforce a system of retributive justice along the lines of the American model (Coutsoukis, 2004). This is why most sociologists state that the restorative philosophy of corrections is the predominant approach practiced in Japan, that is, the main aim of the system is to restore the pre-existing social order rather than enact retribution against a particular individual, or even to protect victim's rights, or to punish an offender in a fair manner (Hosoi & Nishimura 1999: 4)."
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Pakistan:the Most Dangerous Country in the World?, 2008.
The paper discusses Pakistan and discusses whether Pakistan should be considered one of the most dangerous country in the world today.
2,870 words (approx. 11.5 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 85.95
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In light of the growing threat of extremist terrorism based on fundamentalist religious ideologies, the author of this paper examines Pakistan and discusses it's potential to become a fundamentalist stronghold and therefore one of the most dangerous countries in the world today. The writer contends that Pakistan, because of its history and ethnic complexity, has been torn by strife and internal dissension. In the paper, the writer attempts to breakdown and analyze these complexities so as to better understand them, and to attempt to predict the future for Pakistan.
The paper includes 1 table.
Outline:
Introduction
The Tribal Warfare
Military Rule
Works Cited
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"However, the problem of fundamental Islamic forces is one that casts its shadow over much of Asia and the Middle East, and, since 2001, in America. It is a force that must be reckoned with, as its mission is the eradication of non-Muslims, and, subsequent that, as we have seen in Sudan, a continued cleansing based on race. For this reason, Pakistan, in its weakened political state arising out of the weak stature of Musharraf's leadership, and in subsequent the recent assassination of Benazir Bhutto, and given its nuclear capability, is perhaps right now the most dangerous country in the world."
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"The Joy Luck Club", 2008.
An analysis of the conflicts between generations and cultures in "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan.
1,666 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 54.95
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This paper examines how, in the context of the Woos, Jongs, Hsus, and St. Clairs in Amy Tan's book, "The Joy Luck Club", the tension between mothers and daughters is greater than just a change in generations. It discusses how the mothers are all first generation immigrants from Mainland China and how the values their daughters learn and adopt from the contemporary American society are very different and challenging. The paper further explores what kind of healing is needed to provide these families with some common ground and understanding between generations and what could be done to bring about a better relationship between mothers and daughters. In addition, the paper also proposes a concept to heal the alienation between the rift between the daughters and their mothers in the book.
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"The Joy Luck Club daughters are so impressed with this presentation, they immediately plan to put on a play just for their own families and for their immediate community of Chinese-Americans and close Caucasian friends. They know how much their mothers and their ancestors respected Confucius and the Buddha. The play they wrote embraced the teachings of Confucius in the play, and it was designed to show their mothers they have the same respect for Chinese cultural history as they do for American cultural history. The play will remind listeners that much of what Confucius taught to the Chinese community represented a dramatic departure from the ideas and practices of his day, just like many of the cultural rituals in America are a departure to Chinese immigrants. "
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"The Joy Luck Club", 2008.
An analysis of the generational differences and cultural gaps in the book "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan.
1,636 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 53.95
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This paper introduces, discusses, and analyzes the book "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan. Specifically, the paper discusses how generational differences and cultural gaps between the mothers and daughters lead the characters to struggle between their heritage and individual identities. The paper relates that one of the main themes of the novel is the struggle between the mothers and daughters to understand each other. The new generation of immigrants does not understand their parents' ties to the past and their homeland, and the older generation does not understand their children's disinterest. The paper further relates that this struggle continues throughout the novel, and it indicates the cultural gaps that exist in many immigrant families today.
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"June and her mother were not the only estranged families in the book. She sees the same thing in the other women of the Joy Luck Club and their daughters. Tan states, "In me, they see their own daughters, just as ignorant, just as unmindful of all the truths and hopes they have brought to America" (Tan 51). The women are far removed from their Americanized daughters, and they know it. As June joins the Club, she fears that it will have no meaning in her life, and that the customs the women hang on to are old and outmoded. This indicates the vast gulf not only between most mothers and daughters, but the gulf between immigrants and their native born children. These children want to become Americanized and do not understand their elders interest in the past and their old culture, and it drives wedges between the children and parents that are often never overcome."
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Cuisines of India and China, 2008.
This paper looks at the differences between Indian and Chinese cuisine.
898 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 31.95
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This paper describes how Indian and Chinese foods differ from each other and how, although both carry strong characteristics, they can both be successfully combined with other cuisines.
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"The cuisines of the world are being fused together in many restaurants, sometimes obscuring the simplicity of country cooking. However, the purity of national and regional cuisines can be expressed through the core dishes of each region. For example, Asian food is incredibly diverse. Indian food is being fused with many other cuisines and so is Chinese food but both Indian and Chinese food retain an essential character that distinguishes them from each other and from other world-class cuisines. Indian food is usually creamy in texture. Vegetables are cooked for long periods of time and only on rare occasion are served crunchy or raw. On the other hand, Chinese food features crisp vegetables and only rarely pulverizes them to the extent that they are in Indian cuisine. Both Indian and Chinese cuisine use meats sparingly, and in fact both countries have a strong vegetarian component. However, Indian food remains one of the most vegetarian friendly cuisines of the world whereas it may be hard to be a pure vegetarian in a Chinese restaurant. Finally, both Indian and Chinese foods emphasize spices and sometimes hot chilies. Indian and Chinese food share a lot in common but their overall presentation, texture, ingredients, and flavors are vastly different."
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Colonial India, 2008.
This paper discusses whether colonialism or independence has been better for India.
922 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 32.95
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This paper introduces, discusses, and analyzes the topic of colonization in India from English colonization until today. Specifically, the paper discusses whether colonialism was a better alternative for India. The paper concludes that India's plight during British colonization left it far behind in technology and modern conveniences once it finally did gain independence. Still, overall, it has been much better for India to lead itself and create a democracy, even though its independence has led to some political unrest and strife.
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"While the British took over control of India in the early 19th century, it was not until 1857 and the Rebellion of 1857 that it became formal. In actuality, India was relatively profitable and successful before the English colonization. They were growing agriculturally and economically, and it was not until after the British took over that some of the legendary famines of Bengal and northern India occurred. Two historians note, "Overall, a favourable land-labour ratio had enabled highly mobile peasant and tribal labour to negotiate reasonable terms with controllers of land" (Bose, and Jalal 43). Essentially, India was becoming financially and politically strong when the English took over, and the British used that to their own advantage. Historians Bose and Jlal continue, "European dominance over external trade and shipping, and hence over long distance cash flows, as well as their slight edge in military technology, contributed to the wrecking of the eighteenth-century Indian regional state system" (Bose, and Jalal 46)."
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The Ming Dynasty's Demise, 2008.
An overview of the factors that led to the fall of the Chinese Ming Dynasty.
1,290 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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The paper discusses the peasant uprisings, the famine, the closure of academies and the role of the Muslims in the collapse of the Ming dynasty. The paper concludes that while there is an enormous volume of historical information about the dynasty's demise, it is still unclear who the personalities were that played major roles in the downfall.
Outline:
Introduction and Overview
Peasant Rebellions
Academics and Politics
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"What were the conditions and dynamics that led the Ming Dynasty to a fall from grace and power? In his book, The Glory and Fall of the Ming Dynasty, author Albert Chan writes that "...the very fact that it lasted for nearly three centuries" indicates that the Ming Dynasty certainly had its strong points. Years of association with scholars and a "sound knowledge of history" helped the Hung-wu emperor avoid the mistakes that previous emperors had made. Indeed, Chan insists that it is historically fair to describe the Hung-wu emperor as a "...ruler of genius" (p. 376). It was the Hung-wu emperor who realized that an "...overpowerful military class" - giving too much power to the generals - might mean soldiers would obey their commanders and not the government. He also realized that family could encroach on his authority, and he tried to keep a handle on all aspects of governing."
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Politics and Public Policy, 2008.
This paper evaluates how a country's public policy is impacted by the country's historical background and its population's support for the government, using India and Russia as case studies.
1,698 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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This paper compares Russia's and India's public policy sector to illustrate the relevance of country specificities in terms of public policies and institutions, as well as the importance of historical background in framing and developing such policies and institutions. The paper demonstrates how both countries have had difficulty establishing a proper public policy sector because of their historical backgrounds, their cultural traditions, and their current political situations.
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"The public policy sector is an important level of government in any modern country. It makes the connection between the government and the ones governed the population. In this sense it can also be considered to be a sign of democracy and of fair governance. However, there are countries in the world that have trouble in establishing and developing a proper public policy sector due to their historical background, their cultural tradition, but also their current political situation. Among such countries are India and Russia, two of the most important players on the international scene, great economic powers, and important forces in terms of the demographic aspect. A comparison between them can show both the relevance of country specificities in terms of public policies and institutions, as well as the importance of historical background in framing and developing such policies and institutions."
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The Asian Currency Crisis, 2008.
A discussion of the causes of the 1997 Asian currency crisis..
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 73.95
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The paper discusses the primary explanations for the 1997 Asian currency crisis and highlights the implications of that crisis for the Asian economic paradigm.
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1985 - Plaza Accord (Appreciation of Yet Against Dollar)
Liberalization (Bank of Japan, Foreign Loans)
Kieretsu - Export of Capital
End of Bubble Economy
Foreign Banks Lending Expands
1988 -Gsp Status Ends (4 Tigers Economy)
1994 - China: Devaluation of Currency
1995-96 -Mini-Recession, Debt Problem, Accumulation
1996-97 - Debt/ Foreign Exchange, Reserve Rations Deteriorate
1997 July 2nd - Currency Crisis Expands From Thailand into East
Aian Countries
Explanation of the Asian Crisis
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"Following the Plaza Accord the Bank of Japan was characterized by liberalization and specifically in the area of foreign loans and as well the Bank of Thailand followed the same course in lending. Entrepreneurs in Asia are noted in the work of Wong entitled: "Lessons from the Asian Financial Crisis relates that Asians are known to place a general trust in their governments for enactment of economic policies which are sound and "their failure to sense the dangers of borrowing short in foreign currency and investing in long-term projects with earnings denominated in local currency was disastrous." (Wong, nd) In July 1997 Thailand "ran out of foreign reserves and devalued the baht which lost over 1/2 of its value. Having admitted the total loss of foreign reserves, there was a run on the bank of Thailand and this quickly spread to Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, South Korea, Singapore and Taiwan. Attempts of the International Monetary Fund to assist these countries was not successful with too small a bailout package at too late of a date."
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