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Agricultural and Architectural: Commonalities of
Locorotonda, Bari, Italy & the Amish of
Pennsylvania
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(5pp) . It is easy to look at differences, whether
they are between people or trees. It is more
challenging to look for the elements that could
be shared. Or we might also search for similar
factors, or basic conditions that prompt the
similarities. This discussion will examine two
diverse groups of people and find that a
connection to the land through architecture,
and the unique buildings they put on the land, has
kept two groups, miles apart in a similar
comparison circle. First we shall consider the
residents of Locorontonda, Bari Provence, in the
boot-heel of Italy. Then we shall look at the
Amish of Pennsylvania Bibliography lists
2 sources.
Filename: BBitamsh.doc
Alland & Sutton/ Using History
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A 5 page research paper that examines two books: David E. Sutton's Memories Cast in Stone: The Relevance of the Past in Everyday Life and Alexander and Sonia Alland's Crisis and Commitment: The Life History of a French Social Movement. Each book shows how the people use their history as a guide and an inspiration for coping with current crisis. No additional sources cited.
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Alternative Perspectives
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Learning about the world includes learning about what has been 'left out' because of the current interpretation of cultural importance. This 10 page paper explores a few of the alternative concepts to what is commonly believed in today's world.
Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: KTaideas.wps
Altruism & Proving The Theory of Kin Selection
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A 4 page analytical examination of animal / insect altruism and the theory of kin selection first presented in the 1960's by Dr. W. Hamilton. The writer evidences the validity of kin selection through a discussion of honeybees, spadefoot tadpoles, etc; Good case examples are provided and excellent biological reference is included. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Alzheimer's And Cultural Anthropology
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7 pages in length. Within the fundamental framework of human culture exists a dichotomy of anthropological applications that ultimately form man's existence and outlook. These divergent elements help bring to light the very essence of what it means to be part of a particular society based solely upon one's cultural understanding. It
is important for the one to understand that there exist myriad philosophies by which people live their lives. These philosophies help maintain order and a sense of direction that otherwise would merely drift in subconscious thought, which also helps to apply a modicum of understanding to the
concept of meaning. These fundamental principles of
cultural anthropology provide the concepts of how people incorporate certain occurrences throughout their daily existence. The relationship that exists between Alzheimer's and cultural anthropology clearly illustrates the manner by
which one's physical existence is often dependent upon the constricting components of culture. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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America Is No Longer A Melting Pot
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5 pages in length. It has long been said that the United States of America is a vast melting pot of various races, religions and heritages that make it one of the most culturally diverse populations in all the world. This blending of such culture has been credited with bringing societies closer together and allowing people to understand and accept other lifestyles other than their own. The writer discusses why this is no longer true; that while America may still house the greatest variety of peoples, it is no longer an educational or cultural melting pot. No additional sources cited.
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American Culture/The Changing South
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A 6 page essay that draws on an essay, "What is Happiness?" by John Ciardi. The writer argues that "happiness" has always been part of the American Dream. However, as John Ciardi in his essay "What is Happiness?" points out, this term has proven difficult to define. At one point in the culture of the Southeast, "happiness" was equated with the perpetuation of a culture that was seriously flawed. In the nineteenth century, southeastern portion of the United States had a distinctive culture that differentiated it from the rest of the country. The writer outlines some of the characteristics of Southern culture and relates this to Ciardi's essay. No additional sources cited.
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An Anthropological View of Ghosts
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This 6 page paper uses a case study of possession as a springboard for discussion. Ghosts in society as well as religion are issues of focus. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA712gst.rtf
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