The Need for Economic Diversity in Oman Goes Hand in Hand With Attracting Tourists to Her Diverse Environmental and Archeological Resources
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A 9 page overview of the importance of economic diversification in Oman. Stresses that a move away from an oil-based economy is critical if Oman is to survive. Provides suggestions for alternative economic activities including increased foreign investments and tourism. Each of these pursuits can accomplish another purpose in Oman as well, the protection of her environmental and archaeological resources. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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The Ottoman Empire - 1300-1600
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(5 pp) An empire is defined as 'a large state or a group of states under a single ruler,' and the historic group this is called 'Ottoman' is seldom described without the addition, 'Empire,' after it. It is a good combination of terms for a group of people, from what is now Turkey that, were able to remain as a collective organization for over 600 years. An empire is usually said to have a youth, a middle age, and then a decline, but it is unusual that this would occur over such a long time frame. This discussion will examine the Ottoman Empire to see what successes contributed to its growth and maintenance. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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The Palestinian View of the Necessity of Terrorism in the Struggle for Independence
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A 5 page discussion of the historical setting within which modern-day Palestinian terrorism evolved. The author of this setting utilizes this historical setting to illustrate why the predominant world view that terroristic acts are simply unacceptable is not shared by radical Palestinian Islamics who see terrorism as a needed component and acceptable component of their quest for freedom. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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THE PALESTINIAN-ISRAELI CONFLICT
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This 5 page paper discusses the theories of Huntington and Rothman on the Palestinian and Israeli conflicts. Their suggestions at resolution are explained and an analysis of their approaches given. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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The Prophet Muhammad
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8 pages. This paper explains the prophet Muhammad and how he preached social reform, his effectiveness, and the Arabian and social structures. The impact that Muhammad had on the males, female and social structure of his own society are the main focus of this paper. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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The Prophet Muhammad as Viewed by the West Throughout the Ages:
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This 5 page paper discusses the prophet Muhammad and how he has been viewed by the Western World since the Middle Ages. The crusades are discussed as is the present day situation. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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The Prophet Muhammed:
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This 7 page paper discusses the Prophet Muhammed and his impact on the Arab world. Furthermore, this paper discusses his history and how he has become so well regarded as the prophet of Islam. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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The Relationship between Population and Development: Comparing Jordan and the Other Countries of the Middle East
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This 4 page paper considers the factors that determine population growth in general, and provides a comparison of population growth in Jordan and the other countries of the Middle East. This paper considers factors like economic development and population aging as they impact the rise in population growth. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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The Rise and Fall of the Early Egyptian Hyksos and Their Importance in Egyptian History
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A 10 page overview of the entry of the Asiatic peoples known as the Hyksos into Egypt, their contributions to Egyptian history and technology, and their defeat at the hands of Kamose, his younger brother Ahmose, and their father Seqenenre, a Theban king. Emphasizes that while the Hyksos reign is often characterized as being one of hardship and cruelty, these peoples offered tremendous technological advancements to Egypt. These advancements, in part, included the horse and chariot, the introduction of copper and bronze, an improved version of the battle ax, and even the compound bow. Comments on Hyksos material culture and their similarities to ancient Egyptian/Mesopotamian cultures in general. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
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The Rise Of Saddam Hussein In Iraq
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7 pages in length. The world was introduced to one of its most deadly political representatives in the late 1930s; from that time forward, Saddam Hussein has forever involved himself in a one-man attempt to change the world one violent incident at a time. Known as the enemy of the Western world, Hussein's early life of struggle and strife ultimately predisposed him to carry out even worse atrocities than what he endured as a child growing up in a poor village. His early taste of military life amidst a beggared upbringing in Baghdad was introduced to him by his uncle, Khayrallah Tulfah. From that point forward, Hussein would always have a penchant for politics. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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The Role of Religious, Nationalistic, and Social Grievances in the 1978-1979 Iranian Revolution and the 1980 Hezbolah Movement in Lebanon
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A 7 page discussion of the numerous causes behind the 1978-1979 Islamic Revolution in Iran and indeed behind the Hizb Allah (Hezbollah) movement in Lebanon which occurred the following year. These causes were religion, nationalistic and social. While the effects of each were focused on the Middle East, the West was also heavily impacted by these developments. Examines the role of Islam in the events which unfolded and the potential for future revolution. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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The Suez Canal Crisis: The Roles of the U.S., France, Great Britain and the Soviet Union
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A 12 page overview of the circumstances leading up to the Suez Canal Crisis of 1956. Explores two theories regarding the crisis, the first that the U.S. failed to allow Britain and France to exert their prerogatives as world powers and the second that the affair was a result of Cold War politics. Demonstrates that in reality both theories are interrelated. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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