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Women in Hindi Society, 2006.
Discusses the status of women in Hinduism within a cultural and anthropological context.
3,587 words (approx. 14.3 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 100.95
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This paper explains that the position of women in Hindu society has changed considerably in modern times with the advent of modernity and technology, however she is still not on par with her contemporaries in the west. It argues that modern laws have mitigated the tightly restricted position women occupied in Indian society to some extent, however there is still much that needs to be done to raise the status of women in Hinduism.
Outline
Introduction
Traditional Concepts of Women in Hinduism
Status of Modern Woman in Hindu Society
The Dowry System
The Sati System
Female Foeticide
Hinduism vs. Modern Status of Women
Conclusion
From the Paper
" The status of women in Hinduism is much different from that of women all over the world. While Hindu women are also subject to the gender inequality that exists all over the world, it may be noted that religious restrictions and dictates mandate additional limitations upon the Hindu woman. Traditionally, her status has always been one of inferiority to man, but the underlying contempt that leads to this treatment of her as inferior is belied by the religious deception of her portrayal as a supremely moral being, as strong and as pure as a goddess. It may therefore be observed that Hinduism imposes upon Hindu women a religious standard of morality and purity that is almost impossible for a real woman to attain. It requires a level of self sacrifice and piety that is paradoxically denied to her by virtue of her "uncleanliness" caused by menstruation. Therefore, while Hinduism calls out to women to maintain the status of purity and morality that will ensure the attainment of a religious standard to serve in religious institutions, it also ensures that this standard will never be achieved - because she is ostracized from the religious shrines when she is menstruating. The highest ideal for Hindu women is the attainment of religious zeniths of purity. Everything in a Hindu woman's life is conditioned around religion and Hinduism is the source of all the cultural and societal values that are imposed upon the woman."
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Human Rights in Sri Lanka, 2006.
An introduction to the country of Sri Lanka, including a brief history and a look at its political, social and ethnic environment.
3,100 words (approx. 12.4 pages), 20 sources, APA, $ 90.95
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This paper takes a look at the social turbulence, political instability and human rights violations that are a part of life in the country of Sri Lanka. The paper presents a brief history of the country, some background information on human rights violations there and then takes a look at how minority grievances, claims and rights are central to the human rights situation in Sri Lanka. The paper proposes that though the Tigers are the minority, and have been oppressed in significant ways for many years, both sides in the ongoing conflict in Sri Lanka have committed - and continue to commit - egregious human rights violations; as long as this continues, so will the suffering and killing of all ethnicities.
Human Rights and Political Realities in Sri Lanka Today:
Facts and Background
What do the Tigers (LTTE) Say is their Main Issue?
What are the Main Minority / Ethnic Issues that History will Show
are Legitimate, Insofar as the Tigers (LTTE) Grievances are
Concerned?
Evidence that the Sinhalese Government Commits Human Rights
Violations
Evidence that the LTTE Commits Human Rights Violations
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"The island nation of Sri Lanka is located in Southern Asia, in the Indian Ocean south of India. The island's size is 64,610 square miles (which about the size of West Virginia) and its coastline is 1,340 km. The population of Sri Lanka is approximately 19,905,165, of which 68.2% are between the ages of 15 and 64; only 7% are over 65 and 24.8% are fourteen years of age or less, according to CIA data. The main environmental problems facing the island's peoples include: heavy deforestation; soil erosion; wildlife species threatened by urban sprawl and poachers; pollution caused by mining activities, sewage and industrial wastes; coastal degradation and serious air pollution in Colombo."
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Suicide and Society, 2005.
A critical evaluation of the notion that suicide is seen to be the result of a disturbance in the ties between the individual and society.
2,874 words (approx. 11.5 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 85.95
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Suicide, as the most extreme expression of grief and anxiety and individual turmoil, is also an expression of despair and a cry for assistance. The sociology of death and suicide is largely concerned with the examination and exploration of the phenomena of suicide within a specific social context. This paper explains that the assumption that suicide is linked to the disparity between the individual and society is also an implied comment and critique of that society. Given this understanding this paper elucidates the meaning of suicide as a break in the ties between the individual and society. This study also deals with critiques of modern industrialized societies as the context of contemporary suicide - especially with examples from relatively newly industrialized counties such as Japan.
Outline
Introduction
Suicide and Loss Of Identity: Anomie
Dysfunctional Society
Japan as an Example
Conclusion
Works Cited
From the Paper
"The idea that suicide results from or is caused by a dislocation between the ties that should exist between an individual and his or her society implies that suicide must be understood as being more than a personal or psychological issue. This view of suicide is essentially sociological in nature. Furthermore, a critical analysis of this understanding of suicide also requires that the type and context of society must be taken into account. A society that is cohesive and supportive, with networks to deal with personal and social issues, is likely to have a very low suicide rate. Suicide in this social context would usually be more of a psychological than a social issue."
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"Mother Tongue", 2005.
This paper discusses Amy Tan's essay "Mother Tongue" about her experience as a Chinese descendant with a mother whose English skills could best be described as 'limited'.
1,095 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 38.95
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This paper explains that in Amy Tan's essay "Mother Tongue", Tan reflects on the linguistic tensions which plagued her childhood and adolescence and made her believe that her parents' broken English was having a negative impact on her performance in school. The author points out that her difficulties with English made her intensely aware of the different versions of the language she had seen, spoken and found acceptable. The paper states that Amy Tan's essay is definitely an effective and powerful statement not only on variations of English and her exposure to the same but also on class and cultural discrimination, which people encounter because of their inability to use proper standardized English.
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"While at school, she was taught standardized English, at work and with college audience, she used similar idiomatic English, the versions she used with her mother and husband were more intimate and personal to her. This personal version she describes as simple English because it lacked vast standard vocabulary but to Tan herself, this variation was anything but fragmented. "...to me, my mother's English is perfectly clear, perfectly natural. It's my mother tongue. Her language, as I hear it, is vivid, direct, full of observation and imagery.""
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Kien Nguyen's "The Unwanted", 2005.
A summary and review of Kien Nguyen's book about a Vietnamese mother's decision to leave her homeland with her child.
909 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 32.95
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This paper describes the story told in Kien Nguyen's book "The Unwanted", about his immigration, along with his mother and brother, to America. The paper summarizes Nguyen's story and describes the reasons given for the decision to immigrate to the United States in spite of the certain difficulties immigration to a new country would entail.
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"Every mother wishes to be a parent to her child and to nurture that child in a culture where that child is most comfortable and is accepted by his or her peers. A child should not reap the punishments and scorn of his parent's crimes. These are cliches that most of us, living in an affluent America, can accept without question or much indecision and internal debate. However, not all of the Vietnamese women who gave birth to 'half-caste' children after the American withdrawal were able to make such easy decisions, confident that keeping their child close to their Vietnamese home, their past culture and immediate family would bring the best fate for that child. When dwelling in a newly revolutionized society such as Vietnam, leaving all of these things proved to be the best option for Kien Nguyen's mother."
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Korean Shamanism and Korean Jongmyo Jerye, 2006.
An overview of Korean shamanistic rituals and the Korean royal ancestral rite, Jongmyo Jeryo.
918 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 32.95
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This paper presents a comparison of Korean shamanism rituals and the Korean royal ancestral rite, Jongmyo Jerye. The paper explains that the main differences between the two have to do with the (1) spirits the ritual is addressing and (2) the actual purpose for performing the ritual.
From the Paper
"Korean shamanistic rituals revolve around the central figure of the ritual, namely the shaman. A shaman, focal point of our discussion, can be defined as "a person who mediates the relation between the natural world and an animated supernatural world (spirits) for the purpose of gaining some control over or knowledge of natural events" . The presence of a person that connected the mortals and their world to supernatural spirits can be seen present in almost all ancient civilizations. Whether called a priest, a shaman or an oracle, the functions they performed were somewhat similar and were requested by the necessity of the primitive peoples to feel protected and in a relationship with the supernatural."
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Gish Jen?s ?Mona in the Promised Land?, 2005.
This paper discusses the assimilation of Mona in Gish Jen's "Mona in the Promised Land".
1,110 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 38.95
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This paper explains that, in the novel "Mona in the Promised Land" by Gish Jen, Mona, a second-generation Asian-American, confronts the reality that she is both different and yet integrated into her society because being born in the U.S. made her feel she was part of American society, but her physical appearance and Chinese parents makes her different and should be treated as such. The author points out that Jen's focus on utilizing religion as Mona's 'medium', through which she sought to establish her identity as an Asian-American, deviates from the usual depiction of teenage second-generation Asian-Americans interacting with other members of the American society; however, this paper posits that religion is but one of the primary instruments through which Mona tried to create and develop her identity. The paper relates that Jen does not attempt to reconcile people's difference in the novel; instead, she provides readers with the realization that, just like Mona, difference must not become an issue for the culturally-diverse individual because in difference also lies a similarity among people.
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"The most pivotal moments of Mona's life as an Asian-American were reflected in her school years as an adolescent. As a teenager, Mona reveled at her being Chinese-American, and used this difference to catch the attention of other people. Jen provides a detailed description of the social environment where Mona's life takes place: during the year 1968, the civil rights movement was at its height of popularity and acceptance, wherein the women, youth, and various race sectors in the society fight for equal rights in the society. Mona, who lives in a neighborhood that was dominated by the Jewish community, felt awareness that she lives in a society where differences were inevitable and had to be accepted. As Jen narrates, "...lots of Jews could take them or leave them same as the Christians...Mona shouldn't generalize. So let her not generalize, except to say pretty soon she's been to so many bar and bas mtzvahs..." "
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Eating Disorders among Asian-Americans, 2006.
A study on eating disorders among Asian-Americans that looks at why the number of Asian-Americans suffering from such disorders is on the rise.
2,440 words (approx. 9.8 pages), 16 sources, APA, $ 74.95
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This study attempts to explore and delineate the problem of eating disorders among Asian-Americans. The study presents an overview of the issue and explains its finding that there does indeed exist a serious problem with regards to eating disorders among Asian-Americans, particularly among women. The paper further explains that the syndrome is exacerbated by the complexity of acculturation in American society and then discusses these and other aspects affecting eating disorders in this segment of the population. One of the central findings of the study is that there has been relatively little research of quality conducted on this subject.
Introduction
Outline of the Problem
Overview of the Major Eating Disorders
Causes
Conclusion
From the Paper
"There is a common myth that eating disorders are usually found among white females and males and not among the Asian population. In general "Many assume that certain "blanket factors" protect minority communities from the disease, such as a general appreciation for larger body sizes, less emphasis on physical attractiveness, and a stable family and social structure." (Park E, 200) However, research and studies show that the Asian-American population is deeply affected by factors that prompt eating disorders. This, as many researchers attest, can be seen in the increasing number of Asian-Americans seeking treatment for eating disorders at mental health clinics. (ibid) "
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"Red Azalea", 2005.
A general overview of Anchee Min's book about life during the Cultural Revolution in China.
1,302 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 43.95
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This paper summarizes Anchee Min's autobiographical book, "Red Azalea" about her personal experiences growing up in China during the Cultural Revolution. The paper describes the main characters in the book, the relationship between these characters and Min's effective use of irony, metaphors and similes.
From the Paper
"Min's work as a narrator in this book is exceptional, and full of ironies that are surprising, even shocking, and yet revealing of what it was like to live in a totalitarian regime. On page 3 Min writes, "I was an adult since the age of five." That is both ironic and sad, since a child of five should be able to enjoy life as a child, and should be engaged in activities befitting a child; but in the Cultural Revolution (CR), there was nothing to do but obey, fight, survive, and try to stay one step ahead of a big social misstep or verbal mistake which could cause severe pain and anguish. "It was like a regular meal that I got a purple cheek or a bloody nose," she wrote on page 5."
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Hong Kong Housing Industry, 2005.
This paper analyzes the macro-economic effect of the 1997-1998 Asian economic crisis on housing in Hong Kong.
9,885 words (approx. 39.5 pages), 24 sources, MLA, $ 200.95
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This paper explains that Hong Kong's housing, much more than in other cities, is a significant part of the infrastructure thus influencing the macro-economy: High housing costs cause workers to make wage demands and the employers are facing high location costs as well. The author points out that Hong Kong is unique in almost every respect, populated by Asians but has a Western-style economy but the Asian outlook on long-term investment is paramount. The paper concludes that the economic situation in Hong Kong is recovering faster than in other East Asian nations because of the financialized property-based economy, which is poised perfectly to weather economic storms without seeing the economy evaporate: Housing retains some value in any market; whereas, consumer goods and paper-based wealth of all sorts often do not.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Current Conditions
Literature Review
Findings
Discussion
Land Sales and Land-Related Revenue in Hong Kong 1991-2001
Various Asian Growth Projections, Annual GDP Growth in %: Actual and Projected
From the Paper
"While Singapore and South Korea share some regional norms with Hong Kong, they are more properly considered newly industrialized countries (NICs) than Hong Kong. Park assessed housing policy in South Korea and Singapore because it is an important aspect of social development in addition to a source of shelter; he noted that it also affects access of the population to other material resources. He notes "In most cases, it can influence consumption patterns and household incomes, affecting what people can do and who they can become. For these reasons, most states in advanced capitalist countries have actively intervened in housing provision, although the degree and mode of state intervention vary according to sociopolitical conditions." In Hong Kong, historically and at the present, that intervention is considerable, a fact that sets it apart from most other 'free' economies."
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Leisure and Life Satisfaction, 2005.
A study on the recreation and leisure habits of Korean college students and how this aspect of their lives interrelates to their general life satisfaction.
8,120 words (approx. 32.5 pages), 13 sources, APA, $ 174.95
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This study researches and examines specifically the relationship that exists between leisure time and life satisfaction experienced among Korean college students. This study asks the questions (1) What are the degrees of leisure participation, leisure satisfaction and life satisfaction of male and female college students in Korea?; (2) What are the differences of leisure participation and life satisfaction of college of college students in Korea in relation to specific factors that impact this relationship?; and (3) How, if indeed it is, is the individual's self-esteem interrelated to leisure time and life satisfaction of college students in Korea? The method of this study is through conduction of review of available peer reviewed literature. Findings of this study show that it is the perception of the student in relation to accomplishment, time management skills and other relating factors of self-perception that greatly influence the enjoyment of leisure time by the college aged student in Korea more so than any other cultural, societal, governmental, health-related, financial, or any other known factor that causes an impact on leisure and as well that the self-perception of the student which colors the experience of leisure colors the experience of satisfaction in life as well.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Key Terms
Limitations of the Study
Need for the Study
Variables Related to Life Satisfaction & Theoretical Framework
Literature Review
Findings of the Study
From the Paper
"Colleges in Korea consist of 16 national and public colleges and 142 private colleges. Since establishment of the first in 1979 the number has grown to 158 and total enrollment is stated to be 591,594 as of the year ending 2003. College in Korea has the express stated purpose of producing "middle-level technicians equipped with a solid base in both theories and practical skills. Their specialized courses are grouped into technical, agricultural, fishery, nursing, sanitation, home economics, social practice, arts and athletics." Of all students enrolled 96 percent of the students are enrolled in private schools. College admission quota represents 39.7 percent of all higher education in Korea as of 2003. "
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Acupuncture in the Western World, 2005.
A brief discussion of the way that acupuncture can fit into modern western medical practices.
760 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 27.95
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Practiced for over 2,500 years in China, where it originated, acupuncture is an important part of the holistic system of traditional Chinese medicine. This paper explains that at first, acupuncture caused quite a stir among culturally-biased skeptics in the Western medical community, but over time it has come to be recognized as a legitimate medical technique that should be integrated into standard medical practice for a number of conditions.
From the Paper
"According to traditional Chinese Medicine, health is achieved through the harmonious balance between the opposing forces of yin (spirit) and yang (blood) (Acupuncture, Medicomm). The attraction between them creates an energy known as qi (pronounced chee) and health is dependent on its proper flow. Imbalances in this natural flow of energy are thought to result in disease. Acupuncture aims to restore health by improving the flow of qi which is thought to flow through the body via fourteen primary meridians or channels. To strengthen the flow of qi, or remove blockages in the meridians, an acupuncturist inserts a number of tiny, sterile, flexible needles just under the skin at specific points along the channels called acupoints. Thousands of acupoints along the meridians are associated with specific internal organs or organ systems."
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Kashmir, 2005.
A discussion about the roots of the conflict over the Kashmir region.
1,401 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 46.95
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The issue of whether the region of Kashmir should be an independent state, part of India, or part of Pakistan, has been a source of serious conflict ever since India and Pakistan were partitioned into two different countries in 1947. This paper explains that, when that partition occurred, the two new countries were divided along largely religious lines: Most residents of the new country of India was Hindi, while most residents of the new country of Pakistan were Muslim. The writer points out that Kashmir, however, did not have any one dominant religion that could guide its destiny. The issue of who should govern Kashmir has been a source of contention and three wars since 1947 along with persistent border disputes.
From the Paper
"Some see the recent inclusion of Kashmir leaders in peace talks as one of the events most likely to help stabilize the region (Hardgrave, 1998), as in the past the Kashmiri desires have been ignored except when one side or another has attempted to manipulate them for their own goals. Some, however, believe that it is too soon to be optimistic, that 18 months of peace does not mean the underlying issues have dissipated (Kumar M., 2005). It seems likely that the region's best chance for a lasting peace is to continue to include Kashmiri leaders as active participants in any peace negotiations (Hardgrave, 1998)."
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Japanese Business Management, 2005.
An analysis of the future of small businesses in Japan.
1,527 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 15 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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This paper discusses the future of small businesses in Japan and considers whether the era of the supportive small firm has ended. The paper examines whether small businesses are profitable in Japan's present economy. It then offers an explanation of the changing roles (trends) of the small firm in Japan. It looks at small businesses which have supported the large firm segment in Japan and then discusses their future.
From the Paper
"The corporations in Japan have various dilemmas related to governance and has been thus since the decade of the 90's. The firms were termed "bank-based or stakeholder-oriented models with the external of corporate management vested in the main banks and the corporate management was a composition of internally promoted insiders that were assimilated into the culture of the corporation based on lengthy relationship terms .Approximately fifty-percent of the workers at a manufacturing company located in central Japan in the Tokai region work in a managerial capacity which is said to save money for the firm. The company, who wanted to be unnamed in an aggressive move convinced union members to become managers in 1999. Yet convinced these individuals that the company could not afford to pay them overtime. The managers make less in terms of overtime pay than do ordinary employees. With the second largest economy on a global basis, the country of Japan struggling with a banking (internal) crisis and an accompanying financial crisis. "
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The Political Economy of China, 2005.
An overview of the changes in China's political economy from the 1978 reforms of Deng Xiaping.
1,439 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper examines how Deng Xiaping started China's economic reforms in 1978 with the announcement of the "Open Door Policy" and how, prior to the introduction of the new policy, China had followed the radical, centrally directed economic policies of Mao that emphasized self-reliance and closed its door to trade with foreign countries. It also looks at the roles of Deng Xiaping, Jiang Zeminand and Hu Jintao's three generations of Chinese leadership in China's political economy, the achievements has China made since then and the main problems with today's Chinese political economy.
Outline
Deng Xiaoping's Economic Reforms
Achievements by China Since the Initiation of Economic Reforms
Major Problems in Today's Chinese Political Economy
Why China is Not a Democracy Yet
Evaluation of the Roles of Deng, Jiang and Hu in China's Political Economy
From the Paper
"Despite considerable economic gains made by China in the post-1978 period, it is still faced with a number of serious politico-economic problems. Corruption and other economic crimes have proliferated in China as it has moved towards a market-oriented economy. Unemployment, though not too high in terms of percentages (3% according to official figures ), translates into more than 20 million unemployed workers due to the large Chinese population. ("Economic Overview" Country Watch) In addition to the unemployed, it is estimated that 50 to 100 million surplus rural workers are adrift between the villages and the cities, barely surviving through part-time, low-paying jobs. There is a growing trend of inter-regional and urban-rural inequality with the rural areas and areas away from the booming coastal regions, falling significantly behind. Despite efforts at reforming state owned organizations and the closure of a number of loss-making industries, over half of China's large state-owned enterprises are still making losses."
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Japanese Nutrition, 2005.
Examines the food consumed by the Japanese people to see why they generally live longer than the general world population.
2,700 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 80.95
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The Japanese are among the healthiest group of persons in the world as a direct result of their consumption of soybean products, rice, fish and many varieties of seaweed. This paper examines the nutritional benefits of these food products to show how they benefit the Japanese.
Paper Outline:
Nutritional Benefits of Soy
Nutritional Benefits of Rice
Nutritional Benefits of Fish
Nutritional Benefits of Seaweed
Conclusion
References
From the Paper
"The most common minerals found in fish and seafood products are iodine, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, iron, potassium, copper and fluoride. These minerals are highly important in human physiology and are essential to good health. For example, eighty percent of the iodine in the body is located in the thyroid gland which contributes to normal body growth and to the metabolic system (i.e. proper digestion and the burning away of calories and fats); calcium contributes to bone density, the transmission of nerve impulses, muscle contraction, blood coagulation and cardiac function, meaning that it helps the heart to operate efficiently, and iron is necessary for the formation of hemoglobin which provides oxygen to all the internal tissues. In addition, fish plays a major role in a low cholesterol diet because the fatty acids present are polyunsaturated."
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Chinese Culture, 2005.
A brief examination of Chinese business and social culture.
1,014 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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This paper provides a quick look at basic Chinese culture for a traveller or businessman. It explains that Chinese customs are rooted in thousands of years of tradition. Therefore, etiquette is socially ingrained and in many instances, immutable. The writer points out that a foreigner who stays in China for any length of time or who hopes to do business with China should be respectful and observant of Chinese manners.
From the Paper
"Chinese thinking styles have been found to be different from Western style of thinking. A study of Chinese corporate executives by Francesco Sofo and Ting Wang showed that the Chinese subjects showed a "high" style of thinking, characterized by analysis and critique: Chinese people will not immediately agree to an issue before thinking about it carefully and questioning all possibilities. Blind faith is not common. Similarly, Chinese executives enjoy implementing plans and creating rules, as long as their social position requires it. Because Chinese culture is hierarchical, it is important for people to be aware of and respectful of different roles and levels of power. Moreover, Chinese culture is less individualistic than American culture; personal progress is never placed above the progress of the organization. Chinese people generally frown upon open displays of anger or any other strong emotion and are indirect in their modes of communication. Directly insulting a person is one of the strongest taboos; "losing face" is an insult to a person's honor and integrity."
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China?s Taiwan Policy, 2004.
An analysis of China's Taiwan policy.
3,026 words (approx. 12.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 89.95
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This paper discusses China's Taiwan Policy, presenting a detailed look at the Taiwan issue by tracing its background and history. The paper outlines the legal position of Taiwan, examining the changes in China's Taiwan policy over the years. The paper also analyzes the strategy adopted by Taiwan in dealing with its larger neighbor and explains how the rest of the world looks at the issue. The paper contemplates how much the issue is likely to affect China's future role in world affairs.
Outline
Introduction
Recent History and Legal Status of Taiwan
Taiwan in the Cold War Period (1949-1971)
The United States Changes Track
The Chinese Position: A Three Pronged Policy
The "One Country-Two Systems" Policy
Taiwan's Position
Conclusion
From the Paper
"China-the most populous country in the world-has exhibited remarkably high levels of sustained economic growth in the two decades since it reformed its economy following the death of Mao Zedong in 1976. According to some analysts, the country is poised to become the number one economy in the world sometime in the mid-twenty first century. There are, however, certain political issues that may affect China's rightful role in the future world affairs. One of them is the 'Taiwan affair'-a problem that has defied a satisfactory resolution ever since the Communist forces defeated the Kuomintang (KMT) in the Chinese Civil War in 1949 and Chiang Kai-Shek retreated to Taiwan along with 2 million of his supporters from the Mainland China. The political status of Taiwan (or the state of Republic of China) has, since that time, been a source of concern for China as well as the rest of the world."
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